Report: Liverpool to block Origi sale amid interest from Real Betis

Add as preferred source on Google

Liverpool will not sell Divock Origi, amid reported interest from Spanish club Real Betis.

According to The Liverpool Echo, the Reds will stand firm over the Belgian, who came in clutch for Jurgen Klopp’s side on several occasions last term.

Origi emerged from the shadows to score some vital goals for the club, including the winner in the Champions League final against Tottenham Hotspur.

The striker has one year remaining on his contract which has led to speculation about his future.

Betis have been credited with an interest in the former Lille ace, but the Echo say Origi is currently on holiday considering a ‘lucrative’ contract offer from the club.

TBR’s view

Origi probably just about deserves a new contract.

His contributions last year have earned him hero status in the eyes of fans, and he makes for decent backup to Mo Salah, Roberto Firmino and Sadio Mane.

He is still some years away from his peak, and so it is probably worth it for Liverpool to keep him around to see if he can realise his potential.

If any manager is going to get the best out of him it’s Jurgen Klopp.