Liverpool have been advised to look beyond Michael Olise as a replacement for Mohamed Salah, with a former Chelsea winger urging the Reds to either promote from within or target a rising South American star making waves in Europe.

The Bayern Munich winger has been a frequent name on Liverpool's transfer radar in recent months, but the Bundesliga champions have made it clear they won't part with the 24-year-old this summer at any price. With FSG facing the daunting task of planning for life after Salah—who will leave Anfield at the end of the season—former Chelsea star Florent Malouda has identified Real Madrid's Endrick as a more attainable and exciting alternative.

Speaking about the 19-year-old Brazilian, currently on loan at Lyon, Malouda told Snabbare (via Liverpool Echo): "He faces a challenge with Kylian Mbappe at Real Madrid. As long as Mbappe plays up front, it will be difficult for Endrick to compete for that position. He might need another loan in a more challenging league, and the Premier League could be an option."

Malouda dismissed a potential move to Chelsea, adding: "I don't think he fits Chelsea's style. I see him at a club like Arsenal or Liverpool, where he can thrive in a more direct system. He could be a star there."

The former winger also encouraged Liverpool to develop talent from within rather than chasing Olise. "Michael Olise to replace Mohamed Salah? He's happy at Bayern. Liverpool have talent to develop—players like Hugo Ekitike and Alexander Isak. They can find a solution internally," Malouda said.

Endrick, who was just 16 when he first caught global attention, has been turning heads in Europe with his pace, technique, and eye for goal. For Liverpool fans dreaming of a long-term successor to Salah, the young Brazilian could be the perfect fit—if the Reds act quickly.