Ogenyi Onazi Heading To Liverpool FC?,

Liverpool is reportedly interested in Nigerian striker Onazi Ogenyi, a possible switch with Fabio Borino for £8m,To broker Onazi as part of the deal would suit Liverpool even more.

The 22-year-old defensive midfielder, Onazi has made eight appearances for Lazio in Serie A so far this season.
Onazi was also an impressive feature in Nigeria’s World Cup midfield, helping the Super Eagles to a Round of 16 clash with France; although the side eventually lost that tie 2-0, Onazi shone.
What was most outstanding in that display was Onazi’s ability to break up play, continue possession and a fearlessness when dribbling the ball into the opposition’s half.

This season, Onazi has averaged 1.4 tackles and 1.4 interceptions per Serie A game, according to WhoScored.
He has also averaged 0.3 dribbles and 0.5 key passes per game.
Furthermore, Onazi is rarely dispossessed, losing the ball just 0.6 times per game on average this season.

Compared to Liverpool’s current, regular defensive midfield options, Steven Gerrard and Lucas Leiva, in these areas, Onazi represents a welcome middle ground.