“Liverpool Shut Down ‘Absurd’ Swap Deal Speculation, Says Sky Reporter”
“Sky Reporter: Liverpool Dismiss ‘Nonsensical’ Swap Deal Rumors”
A trusted transfer expert has swiftly dismissed recent speculation about a highly unlikely swap deal involving a Liverpool player.
Reports from Spain earlier this month suggested that Real Madrid were considering an exchange that would see Ryan Gravenberch and Aurélien Tchouaméni swap clubs, with the Dutchman heading to the Bernabeu and the Frenchman moving to Anfield.
However, any possibility of such a deal happening has been quickly shot down.
Plettenberg: Gravenberch Staying Put
Florian Plettenberg, writing on X (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday morning, confirmed that Gravenberch has no plans to leave Liverpool and that the club has no interest in pursuing the rumored swap deal with Real Madrid.
The Sky Sports reporter stated:
> “Ryan Gravenberch is currently not considering leaving Liverpool. The 22-year-old is a key performer and a leading player for the team. Currently, there are no plans or discussions regarding a transfer in winter or summer.
Been told that LFC also have no intention of pursuing a swap deal involving Aurélien Tchouaméni at this stage.”
Why Would Liverpool Even Consider Letting Gravenberch Go?
It’s no surprise Plettenberg quickly poured cold water on a rumor that seemed implausible from the start. Gravenberch has been one of Liverpool’s standout performers this season, even outperforming Tchouaméni in several key metrics.
According to FBref stats:
Shots on Target %: Gravenberch (28.6%) vs. Tchouaméni (14.3%)
Tackles and Interceptions: Gravenberch (59) vs. Tchouaméni (48)
Tackle Success Rate: Gravenberch (58.3%) vs. Tchouaméni (47.4%)
Successful Take-Ons: Gravenberch (30) vs. Tchouaméni (7)
Progressive Carries: Gravenberch (31) vs. Tchouaméni (10)
Aerial Duel Success: Gravenberch (88.2%) vs. Tchouaméni (70%)
At 22, Gravenberch has firmly established himself in Liverpool’s system, excelling in ways that would be hard for any replacement to replicate. Having already endured a frustrating spell at Bayern Munich, a move to Real Madrid—where he’d face new challenges and uncertainties—would make little sense.
Gravenberch Going Nowhere
Gravenberch’s performances and potential make it clear why Liverpool would have no intention of parting with him. A swap deal with Real Madrid seems entirely out of the question, and Liverpool’s No. 38 looks set to remain a vital part of the Reds’ plans for the foreseeable future.
