Liverpool and Arsenal plot January swoop for £21m Feyenoord right-back Givairo Read

Liverpool and Arsenal will keep a close watch on Feyenoord defender Givairo Read ahead of a potential January swoop, according to TEAMtalk. The 20-year-old right-back, valued at around £21m by Transfermarkt, has started the season strongly in the Eredivisie.

  • Player: Givairo Read, 20-year-old right-back
  • Clubs interested: Liverpool and Arsenal
  • Current club: Feyenoord
  • Valuation: £21m (Transfermarkt)
  • Contract: Until 2029
  • Potential move: January or next summer

Deal details

Read is valued at around £21m by Transfermarkt and remains under contract at Feyenoord until 2029. The Eredivisie club are in a strong bargaining position and would demand a significant fee if forced to sell mid-season. No official bid has been made, and both Liverpool and Arsenal are merely monitoring his progress.

TEAMtalk claims Nottingham Forest and Everton expressed interest in signing the Dutchman last summer, while Liverpool, Manchester City and Arsenal were also plotting a swoop. Feyenoord managed to keep hold of him, but the Reds and the Gunners have not cooled their interest and are set to keep a close eye on his development before making a potential move in January.

Injury and availability

Liverpool's need for a right-back stems from Conor Bradley's ongoing fitness problems and Jeremie Frimpong failing to flourish in the Premier League. Arsenal are similarly concerned, with Ben White and Jurrien Timber having struggled with fitness issues in recent times. Both clubs are therefore considering signing a new right-back.

Why both clubs are chasing Givairo Read

Givairo Read has established himself as a key starter for Feyenoord, helping the club win domestic cup competitions in recent years. This season, he has registered four assists and kept two clean sheets in seven Eredivisie appearances, contributing to their title charge. His performances have caught the eye of Premier League scouts.

Liverpool's interest is driven by the fitness concerns surrounding Conor Bradley and the adaptation struggles of Jeremie Frimpong. Frimpong arrived with a strong reputation from the Bundesliga but has yet to replicate that form in England, leaving the Reds short of a reliable right-back option. Bradley's injury record has further exposed the need for reinforcement.

Arsenal, meanwhile, have relied on Ben White and Jurrien Timber at right-back, but both have had injury problems. Mikel Arteta is reportedly considering signing a new right-back to provide competition and cover. Read's profile — quick, comfortable playing out from the back, creative going forward and efficient defensively — fits the modern full-back mould both clubs favour.

Talking points

  • Is a 20-year-old with only seven Eredivisie appearances this season ready for the Premier League intensity, or should Liverpool and Arsenal target proven experience first?
  • Feyenoord hold all the cards with Read contracted until 2029, so £21m may be a starting point rather than a realistic fee for a January deal.
  • Liverpool's need appears more urgent given Frimpong's struggles, but Arsenal's injury record at right-back could force their hand sooner.
  • Manchester City's earlier interest suggests Read is highly rated, and a bidding war could inflate his price beyond the £21m valuation.

What happens next

Liverpool and Arsenal will continue to monitor Read's performances in the Eredivisie over the coming months. With the January transfer window approaching, both clubs must decide whether to formalise their interest. Feyenoord, sitting on a contract until 2029, will demand a premium fee. Read's next outing could be decisive in shaping his future.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Givairo Read?

Givairo Read is a 20-year-old Dutch right-back who plays for Feyenoord. He started his youth career at Zeeburgia and FC Volendam before joining Feyenoord's academy in 2023, making his first-team debut the following year.

Are Liverpool and Arsenal signing Givairo Read in January?

They are reportedly keeping a close eye on him but no deal has been agreed. TEAMtalk claims both clubs are considering a potential swoop in January or next summer.

How much is Givairo Read worth?

Transfermarkt values Read at around £21m. He is under contract at Feyenoord until 2029, so any deal would likely exceed that valuation.

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