They might signal the advancement of Liverpool or the departure of an important player

Ismael Bennacer's representative met with technical director Paolo Maldini and director of football Frederic Massara on Wednesday to discuss a new deal, Bennacer is a target for AC Milan and Liverpool, Milan reportedly made a "first approach" that will now be "examined" by the player's side, according to Fabrizio Romano/SOS Fanta.

Although "nothing is resolved" as of yet and further discussions are required, the Serie A powerhouses are optimistic that they can fend off interest in Bennacer before the end of his current contract in 2024, Milan wants Bennacer to "feel significant," and they see Liverpool as "the most dangerous tempter," the midfielder has been evaluated by Jürgen Klopp, who "appreciates" him, 

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As the Reds compile a shortlist of prospective midfield acquisitions for 2023, Enzo Fernández, a midfielder for Argentina and Benfica who just won Young Player of the Tournament at the World Cup after helping his country win the competition, is another player who has been linked to Liverpool.
Since they share Thiago's playing style, 

As was previously mentioned, these two players have something in common, on the surface, this appears to be savvy forwards planning by Liverpool, by the conclusion of this season, the former Bayern Munich player will be 32, therefore the Reds are justified to consider seeking a replacement, Thus, when Thiago is available as he was for about 65% of Liverpool's games last season,

PFA Team of the Year in only his second season

Fernandez or Bennacer are almost certainly going to be starting on the bench. It's difficult to think that Klopp would demote the veteran after he established himself as a crucial difference-maker. In fact, he made the PFA Team of the Year in only his second season with the club, If Benfica doesn't simply demand that clubs pay his £103 million release clause in full, Fernández will cost the better part of £100 million. Bennacer is somewhat less expensive but would still consume a major portion of the club's summer spending plan, according to a report from Calciomercato last month. Milan will not negotiate for anything less than £53 million ($64 million/€60 million).