Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is reportedly lining up a shock move for Middlesbrough attacker Gaston Ramirez this summer.
The Reds’ squad has been criticised in recent weeks during a torrid performance by the Merseyside outfit, falling 10 points behind Premier league leaders Chelsea.
Liverpool are reportedly planning a January move for Roma midfielder Leandro Paredes, according to The Sun.
The 22-year-old midfielder, who has made 14 league appearances for the Giallorossi this season, is said to be surplus to Luciano Spalletti’s requirements.
The report claims, Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is eager to reinforce his squad following a slight slump in the Premier League, and sees the Argentine as an ideal addition to Anfield.
Jürgen Klopp’s Liverpool are flying high in the Premier League and are in with a genuine shot at the title if Chelsea slip up. The Reds have become one of the most exciting teams to watch with their ferocious attacking style, but will be all too aware of what happened last time they were playing such attractive football. The 2013-14 campaign failure still weighs heavily on fans’ hearts, and Klopp may be wise to bolster his squad in January to ensure they can go all the way this time.
Southampton have reportedly identified their January transfer target in the form of Liverpool defender Mamadou Sakho.
According to the Mirror, the Saints are desperate to sign the Frenchman as a potential replacement for Jose Fonte, who lodged a transfer request.
Claude Puel’s side are said to face stiff competition from West Ham United, Stoke City, West Bromwich Albion for the 26-year-old’s services.
Former Liverpool and England captain Steven Gerrard officially announced his retirement from professional football, ending a 19-year playing career.
The 36-year-old hangs-up his boots with a 710 appearances for the Reds, winning nine trophies, but joined MLS outfit LA Galaxy in 2015.