Liverpool Eye Greek Defender Koulierakis as Centre-Back Search Intensifies
Liverpool are actively looking to bring in a new centre-back before the summer transfer window closes, and PAOK’s Konstantinos Koulierakis has emerged as one of the players under serious consideration.
The 21-year-old Greek international has been scouted by Liverpool in recent months, with the club impressed by his maturity, composure on the ball, and aggressive style of defending. Koulierakis, a left-footed centre-back, fits the profile Arne Slot is said to be targeting — young, athletic, and comfortable in a high defensive line.
Liverpool’s need for defensive reinforcement has grown after the departure of Jarell Quansah and ongoing concerns over Ibrahima Konaté’s inconsistency. With Virgil van Dijk nearing the twilight of his career and Joe Gomez often filling in at full-back, the club sees this as the right time to invest in long-term depth at centre-back.
While Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi remains a primary target, Koulierakis could be a more affordable and developmental option if Liverpool opt for a younger, high-upside signing rather than a Premier League-ready starter.
Koulierakis made over 30 appearances for PAOK last season and has already earned senior caps for Greece. Liverpool continue to monitor his situation, and a formal move could be made if other deals stall or if the Reds look to add a second centre-back option before deadline day.
