Liverpool seem to be actively pursuing midfield reinforcements this summer as Jurgen Klopp and co begin pre-season in Austria.
The Reds are set to kickstart their 2021/22 preparations this week with a host of star names returning to action.
One man that won’t be in situ is Gini Wijnaldum after the Dutchman left the club as a free agent this summer.
That departure has led to a number of midfielders linked with a move to Anfield, the latest of which being Atletico Madrid ace Saul Niguez.
According to a report from the Liverpool Echo, as cited by Anfield Watch on Twitter, the interest in the Spaniard is nothing new.
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NEW: Liverpool have a long-standing admiration for Saul Niguez. #awlive [liverpool echo] https://t.co/VfALoyoi4q (@AnfieldWatch)
This comes as a fresh report from Spanish newspaper Mundo Deportivo (via Sport Witness), claims that Liverpool have ‘entered very strongly’ into the race for the 26-year-old.
The same report also states that ‘negotiations are underway’ between the two clubs, whilst Barcelona also hope to strike a deal involving Antoine Griezmann.
Capped on 19 occasions by Spain, Saul has been a consistent performer down the years in La Liga for Atletico.
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Signing the £36million valued star this summer would be a huge coup for Klopp’s squad.
Despite an apparent dip in form last season, the Spaniard remains an elite performer and would offer incredible versatility to the Anfield ranks.
Capable of playing in a variety of positions in both an attacking and defensive role, Liverpool would replenish their midfield department no end with Saul’s arrival.
