Liverpool identify 23-year-old as long-term replacement for Mohamed Salah

Liverpool face crucial decisions this summer as the post Jurgen Klopp era gets underway.

The legendary German manager has left the Reds in great form overall, but the team still needs some new additions.

The Merseyside club finished in third place in the Premier League and failed to win the Europa League.

The only consolation this season has been the Carabao Cup victory, but the Reds will be hoping for more next season.

Liverpool are focusing on a number of positions, one of them being long-term replacement for Mohamed Salah.

Football Transfers reports that West Ham United's Mohammed Kudus is being monitored by Liverpool as a potential replacement for Salah.

Although Salah is expected to remain at the club in new manager Arne Slot's first season, his long-term future at Anfield remains uncertain.

His contract expires next summer and Liverpool have drawn up a plan to replace him with the West Ham star.

Filling the void that Salah's departure will leave at the club won't be easy for any player.

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However, Kudus showed signs at the London Stadium in his first season at the club demonstrating that he had the ability to score and create goals needed at Anfield.

Kudus has an £85 million release clause with West Ham, according to Claret and Hugh, which cannot be activated until 2025, so any potential buyers will have to wait until the following summer to target the player.

Before making an unexpected move to West Ham, the Ghanaian striker built a solid reputation in Amsterdam, scoring 27 goals in 87 games for Ajax.

West Ham striker can shine at Liverpool

Kudus is under contract with West Ham until 2028, with an additional year option; therefore, a transfer to Anfield will not come cheap.

His versatility can be a huge asset for the Reds as, just like Salah, he can play on the flank or in attack.

Salah could head to the Saudi Pro League in the future and Kudus, who will have gained more Premier League experience by next summer, could be a worthy replacement for the Egyptian.