What the papers say
Barcelonaare ɾєρօɾτedly considering making a move forThiago Alcantara. The Daily Mail, citing Spanish outlet Sport, says the Spanish giants are eager to reunite with theLiverpoolmidfielder, with club bosses at Anfield believed to be willing to listen to offers for the 32-year-old. Alcantara came up thɾօυɢҺ Barcelona’s youth system and made 68 appearances for the first team.
The Mail also ɾєρօɾτs that Saudi Arabian club Al-Ittihad are preparing a bid for Reds midfielderFabinho. Via The Athletic, the paper says the offer would be worth £40million, with any decision on a potential transfer likely to happen quickly.
Meanwhile,Liverpoolmay be in the market for Southampton midfielderRomeo Lavia. According to the Daily Mirror, managerJurgen Kloppis leading the charge for the 19-year-old, who has also attracted interest from Arsenal, Manchester United and Chelsea.
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Players to watch
Riyad Mahrez: The Athletic ɾєρօɾτs Saudi Arabian club Al Ahli are preparing a £30m offer for the Manchester City winger.
Moussa Diaby: Aston Villa have made a formal approach for the Bayer Leverkusen winger, says Sky Sports Germany.
