LIVERPOOL GOALKEEPER LORIS Karius is on the verge of making a move to Besiktas on a two-year loan deal, according to widespread reports today.
The German, who suffered a nightmare Champions League final defeat in May, could complete the switch within the next 24 hours once he agrees to the deal, say the Liverpool Echo.
The Turkish club will have the option to buy Karius at the end of the loan deal. Senol Gunes’ side had been keen on signing another Reds goalkeeper in Simon Mignolet, but the fee and wages the Belgian could have commanded ended their interest and so Mignolet looks likely to remain at Anfield as back-up for summer signing from Roma Alisson, with Kamil Grabara third choice.
Liverpool will not stand in Karius’ way as he seeks regular first-team football having suffered a difficult last few months following his high-profile errors in the Champions League final.
Jurgen Klopp had given the German goalkeeper game-time during pre-season, while he was given an excellent reception by Reds fans as he appeared at Anfield in a friendly win over Torino at the beginning of August.
Despite the likelihood being that Karius leaves Liverpool before the transfer window closes for the rest of Europe, he is still with the travelling party for Monday’s Premier League clash with Crystal Palace.
The Reds will be looking to build on their impressive opening-weekend victory over West Ham as they face former manager Roy Hodgson – who himself led Palace to a win in their first game as they beat Fulham 2-0.
Karius has made 49 appearances in all competitions for Liverpool up to now, including 19 in the Premier Leage last season.
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