By OkayGoal 
Liverpool have reportedly set their sights on Real Betis winger Abde Ezzalzouli as their leading candidate to fill the void left by Mohamed Salah — and the numbers behind his name are seriously compelling.
According to Fichajes, the Reds have been monitoring the 24-year-old Moroccan for weeks, drawn in by his explosive pace, sharp dribbling, and creative output. This season alone, Abde has racked up 12 goals and 12 assists across all competitions in 38 appearances — the kind of form that gets the biggest clubs in Europe reaching for the phone.
From La Masia to Andalusia — A Journey Worth Knowing
Abde’s road to prominence wasn’t straightforward. After cutting his teeth at Barcelona’s celebrated La Masia academy, his time at the Nou Camp was brief — just 17 appearances before heading to Betis. It’s in Seville where he’s truly found his footing, now boasting 123 appearances for the Andalusian club and growing into one of La Liga’s most dangerous wide players.
The Price Tag and the Challenge Ahead
Betis knocked back a £34m bid last summer, and they’re now demanding £51 million. Liverpool, according to reports, are prepared to meet that valuation.
But let’s be honest — replacing Salah is one of football’s most unenviable tasks. The Egyptian’s legacy at Anfield, four Golden Boots, two Premier League Player of the Year awards, and a Best FIFA Men’s Player gong, sets an almost impossible standard.
Abde is exciting. Whether he’s that good remains the real question.