Liverpool’s pursuit of a long-term Mo Salah replacement could soon be over.

According to the latest update from Sponichi Annex, an agreement to sign Real Sociedad’s Takefusa Kubo is now close. Negotiations are reportedly in their final stages, with Kubo eager to challenge himself in the Premier League.

Sources close to the matter have reportedly told the Japanese outlet that Kubo’s agents are already in England finalising the details, and an agreement could be reached soon.

This move is expected to set a new record for both transfer fees and salaries in Japanese football history.