There’s two ways Liverpool fans could read this news…
Firstly, they could be worried our record signing is showing signs of unprofessionalism, if the claims in Kicker are true.
But secondly, they could be excited that the Guinean could arrive at Anfield earlier than expected!
Bundesliga journalist Chris Williams, who’s also a massive Liverpool fan, has claimed there’s discontent from Rb Leipzig about Keita’s recent performances and conduct.
The midfielder was recently snapped in a red suit and didn’t shine in this week’s Champions League defeat to Besiktas.
Kicker analyse Keita as “overrated, doesn’t do well in high pressure games”. Rated as worse player on Tuesday.. (1/3)
— Chris Williams (@Chris78Williams) September 27, 2017
From inside Leipzig, some becoming unamused at his off the field antics. “Prima-donna” tendancy, also the red suit didn’t go down well (2/3)
— Chris Williams (@Chris78Williams) September 27, 2017
Could open the way to an earlier move to LFC. January could become a serious option should behaviour / improvement not turn around. (3/3)
— Chris Williams (@Chris78Williams) September 27, 2017
Liverpool’s best chance of acquiring Keita early is if Rb Leipzig get knocked out of the Champions League early, preferably by finishing fourth in their group, meaning they won’t be in the Europa League either.
They currently sit last with one point from two games, so we’ll watch their progress closely.
Obviously, it’ll take a further compensatory fee to acquire the 22-year-old ahead of next summer.
In terms of Keita’s attitude, we’re not worried. It must be hard giving your all for a club knowing you’re leaving.
It’s like when you have a month’s notice at work – no matter how seriously you to try take duties – motivation is a big issue and often you spend your remaining weeks counting down the days until you’re off.