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Hannah Pinnock

Barcelona U-turn gives Liverpool boost in Raphinha transfer chase as PSG wonderkid eyed

Premier League action returns this weekend as Liverpool gear up for an intense run-in. The Reds host Watford at Anfield on Saturday before making the trip to Portugal to face Benfica in the quarter-finals of the Champions League.

New signing Luis Diaz from Benfica's rival Porto has made an impact since his arrival at Anfield in January and Jurgen Klopp could well look to make further additions to his squad when the transfer window reopens in the summer.

Rumours are already starting to emerge in the media with regards to both potential incomings and outgoings.

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With that being said, here's a round-up of all the latest Liverpool transfer rumours and gossip from around the globe.

Who?

Ismael Gharbi

Where?

Goal

What?

Liverpool are among the clubs interested in Paris Saint-Germain wonderkid Ismael Gharbi, if recent reports are anything to go by.

The 17-year-old midfielder is out of contract this summer and clubs across Europe are said to be circling in a bid to snap him up at the end of the season. Gharbi has spent the majority of the campaign training with PSG's first team, although he's played most of his games at youth level.

He's made three senior appearances so far in cup competitions, but has been restricted to the bench in Ligue 1 fixtures for the French giants.

A report from Goal suggests the player's intention is to remain at the Parc des Princes, but he will need guarantees over first-team minutes if he's to extend his contract with the club. It goes on to say that both Liverpool and Chelsea have previously shown interest in Gharbi.

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Who?

Ousmane Dembele

Where?

Daily Mail

What?

Barcelona are looking to reopen contract talks with winger and rumoured Liverpool target Ousmane Dembele, it has been claimed.

The Reds have been linked with a move for the Frenchman for some time, but the expiration of his contract has led to widespread speculation he could finally be on the move this summer. Reports emerged in the January transfer window stating talks over a new deal had broken down between the club and the player's representatives.

But now, the Daily Mail claim the Catalan giants have contacted Dembele's agent to open fresh discussions over a new contract. The likes of PSG, Tottenham, Chelsea and Manchester United are also reportedly interested in the player.

The report adds Barcelona's intention to extend Dembele's contract could have a knock-on effect on their interest in Leeds United winger Raphinha. The Brazilian is of interest to Liverpool, but a move to Barcelona was on the cards if reports from the Spanish media was anything to go by.

Who?

Gavi

Where?

SPORT

What?

Barcelona starlet Gavi is still 'waiting' to receive a fresh contract offer, according to reports from Spain.

The 17-year-old is rumoured to be of interest to Liverpool and his current contract expires in 2023. Reports suggested the player is eager to remain at the Camp Nou, despite rumours he rejected a contract offer as it was deemed 'insufficient'.

A report from SPORT claims Barcelona were set to resume talks last week, but uncertainty is growing as there is yet to be any further contact. It adds that Gavi is the subject of interest from several clubs in the Premier League, who have 'approached' the player's agent Ivan de la Pena and the club.

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