Following Georginio Wijnaldum's free transfer exit and subsequent switch to PSG, the Reds were fully expected to sign a replacement.

The Reds are still searching for a new midfielder but may have turned their gaze elsewhere from a recent pair of targets.

One midfield target has reportedly left Liverpool's radar but the Reds are watching another - with Jurgen Klopp holding intriguing talks

Liverpool's sporting director was reported to be confident of a deal for a man fast emerging as their No 1 target this summer

The report states that there is 'nothing to suggest' that the Reds will miss out on bringing the player to Anfield.

Reports in Spain claim the Reds are closing in on their secong big-money signing of the summer

Liverpool have held initial talks with a Germany international Jurgen Klopp desires, though any such deal is not likely to come cheap.

A Liverpool target has spoken out about reports claiming that he has sealed an exciting move for his career

The 24-year-old was reportedly going to prioritise a move to Liverpool but has now struck an agreement elsewhere

The Reds have seemingly been given the transfer green light to bring in a midfield target with a move to Anfield now the player's No 1 aim

The midfielder was said to be happy where he is two months ago but now seems to be very much warming to the idea of moving to Merseyside

Liverpool have been handed a boost in their efforts to sign a Germany star after Bayern Munich's exit from the transfer race was explained.

The Reds now look like the sole suitors to sign a midfielder Klopp is clearly keen on - and it seems the feeling is mutual

Liverpool are looking to strengthen in midfield for next season but will have to fend off rival interest from two German giants

The Monchengladbach star is seemingly emerging as Klopp's No 1 target to fill Wijnaldum's shoes at Anfield next season

Spurs might need to act if they get rid of Dele Alli and have found someone they believe could be a long-term solution