Potential Alexander-Arnold SUCCESSOR speaks out on Liverpool links
Read began this season as Feyenoord's fourth-choice right-back but owing to injuries and a transfer for Lutsharel Geertruida he has had to step up to the plate under Robin van Persie.
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The young Dutchman has done so with aplomb, providing seven assists and a goal in 23 Eredivisie appearances. Read has also played in the Champions League, demonstrating his capabilities of playing at the highest level.
Feyenoord saw fit to trigger a one-year option in Read's contract - extending his current terms to 2029.
Liverpool said to be in the mix for his signature.
'It's nice to hear' - Read on Liverpool interest
Following the weekend win over Heracles - with Read grabbing an assist in a 4-1 win - the question was put to Read about Liverpool's potential interest.
'That's a good sign," he told ESPN.
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