The January transfer window is moving ever closer, and Liverpool continue to be linked with potential new additions to their squad.
Ibrahima Konate was the only first-team addition that the Reds brought to the club during the summer window, while several left Anfield either on a loan basis or on permanent deals.
Despite the transfer window still being closed, that hasn’t stopped Liverpool being credited with an interest in a host of players.
Here, we take a lookout some of the latest rumours doing the rounds online and on social media and how likely they are to happen.
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Who?
Fabian Ruiz, Napoli midfielder.
Where?
Spanish news outlet Fichajes .
What?
According to the report, Liverpool have emerged as a possible destination for the 25-year-old midfielder next summer.
It has been claimed that Liverpool see Fabian as the ideal candidate to become a star midfielder at the club.
Barcelona and Real Madrid, the report adds, have both been credited with an interest in the Napoli star, who is enjoying a strong campaign in Serie A.
In 15 top flight appearances, Fabian has five goals and three assists to his name, and his form has led some of Europe’s biggest clubs taking notice.
Who?
Mateo Joseph Fernandez, Espanyol striker
Where?
What?
According to the report, Liverpool showed an interest in signing the 18-year-old striker, but appear set to lose out to Leeds United.
It has been claimed that the teenager has a £1.3million release clause in his contract, which is due to expire next summer.
As a result, Leeds have offered the La Liga club £420,000 to sign Fernandez, the report adds, with Elland Road his likely destination.
Barcelona, Manchester City and Arsenal have also been credited with an interest in Fernandez, along with Liverpool, but it looks like Leeds have won the race for his signature.
Who?
Gavin Bazunu, Manchester City goalkeeper.
Where?
The Sunday Mirror.
What?
According to the report, Liverpool are one of a number of clubs showing an interest in the 19-year-old stopper.
The report adds that the Reds are at the front of the queue of clubs monitoring Bazunu’s situation at the Etihad Stadium.
It has also been claimed that Man City are looking at handing the teenager a new contract, in order to fend off interest from the likes of Liverpool.
Bazunu is currently on loan at League One club Portsmouth, and already has seven Republic of Ireland caps to his name.
