£25m potential Mohamed Salah Liverpool replacement emerges after dominating Real Madrid

Liverpool's search for a Mohamed Salah replacement may lead them to Takefusa Kubo, who has impressed with his performances for Real Sociedad.

Liverpool's ongoing search for a replacement for Mohamed Salah is a topic of intrigue behind the scenes, especially after the intense transfer interest from Saudi Arabia during the summer. However, one potential option is starting to emerge at the beginning of the new season.

Takefusa Kubo, who previously played for Real Madrid, delivered a dazzling performance over the weekend. He stood out on the right wing as Real Sociedad suffered a late 2-1 defeat in La Liga. Kubo showcased his skills by completing the most dribbles, creating the most chances, and being the most fouled player on the pitch.

The 22-year-old made a move from Madrid to Sociedad for a mere £6m this summer, proving to be a bargain buy. With three goals and one assist already this season, Kubo appears ready to take the next step in his career. He has honed his talents across Asia and Spain, and his performance suggests he is on the path to becoming a sensation in the football world.

Interestingly, there have been loose links between Kubo and Liverpool in the past. It is a move the Japanese international would welcome, as he revealed his support for the team during his upbringing. In a 2019 interview with GOAL Japan, Kubo expressed his admiration for Liverpool, considering them the most interesting team in football at that time.

With the possibility of Salah receiving a major bid from Saudi Arabia next summer, Kubo could potentially fill the void left by the Egyptian forward. Kubo possesses qualities such as being left-footed, having quick feet, being direct in attack, and excelling as both a creator and a goal scorer. He offers flexibility by being able to play on either flank or behind a forward, but his standout performance over the weekend came from the right wing.

Comparing Kubo to Salah at the same age, it is worth noting that Salah had already played a 50-game season for Basel. Therefore, the main task for Kubo is not only to continue his development on the pitch but also to consistently perform at a high level. Fortunately, we are witnessing his ability to do just that at the start of this season.

While it may be challenging for any player to match Salah's level of influence in the Liverpool side, there are a few potential superstars who could come close. Despite links to left-sided attackers like Rafael Leao and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Kubo stands out as a direct replacement on the right. He is certainly a player to keep an eye on throughout the rest of the season.

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