Mohamed Amoura: Liverpool’s Left-Field Striker Option Could Solve a Familiar Problem

Planning Ahead for Change at Anfield

As Liverpool fans await clarity over the futures of Trent Alexander-Arnold, Virgil van Dijk, and Mohamed Salah, behind the scenes, the club’s transfer activity is already in motion. According to L’Équipe, the Reds have made an enquiry for Algeria international Mohamed Amoura — a forward who may not be on everyone’s radar but whose statistical profile suggests a player worth serious consideration.

The 24-year-old has emerged as a standout in European football this season, currently on loan at Wolfsburg from Union Saint-Gilloise. His numbers are exceptional. Across club and country, Amoura has racked up 33 goal contributions — a return that would place him among Liverpool’s top scorers. In the Bundesliga alone, he has scored 10 goals in 24 games, showing both consistency and adaptation to a higher level of competition.

Data That Catches the Eye

A glance at his FBref stats tells a compelling story. Amoura ranks in the 97th percentile for assists (0.36 per 90), 93rd for progressive carries (3.10), 88th for successful take-ons, and 96th for progressive passes received. He also contributes defensively — ranking in the 83rd percentile for tackles and 93rd for interceptions. His percentile for blocks is a staggering 99.

Those metrics, drawn from over 1900 minutes in Europe’s top competitions, suggest a player who offers more than just finishing touch. He’s involved in the build-up, pressing intelligently, and showing positional awareness — all essential attributes in Liverpool’s high-octane, high-intensity system.

Versatility is another big draw. Two-thirds of Amoura’s appearances this season have come through the middle, but he’s also deployed regularly on the left, and occasionally as a No.10. This flexibility could prove invaluable as Arne Slot looks to evolve the Reds’ attack in the post-Klopp era.

A Race Against Rivals and Time

It’s understood that Liverpool’s enquiry isn’t the only one lodged for Amoura. Both Arsenal and Nottingham Forest have expressed interest in the Algerian, suggesting his stock is on the rise.

With a contract running until 2028 and Wolfsburg holding the option for another year, the German side are in a strong negotiating position. The reported asking price is between €35 million and €40 million. If Wolfsburg qualify for Europe, currently sat 9th in the Bundesliga, they may well push for an even higher fee — or keep the player entirely.

Internationally, Amoura’s stock has never been higher. A brace against Botswana and a hat-trick against Mozambique in recent World Cup qualifiers has only intensified interest. His confidence, ...