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Tom Cavilla

Liverpool 'fight for' teenage wonderkid as AC Milan line up Zlatan Ibrahimovic replacement

Just what will Liverpool do in the January transfer window this year?

Last season saw Jurgen Klopp's side forced into late activity due to a defensive crisis, with Ben Davies and Ozan Kabak both arriving on loan.

The Reds have managed to avoid a repeat of this this term, though could be tempted to recruit regardless.

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There is also the possibility of players being moved on, with Nat Phillips one individual who may wish to pursue a new challenge.

We have rounded up the latest rumours relating to the Reds below.

Who?

Kacper Kozlowski

Where?

Daily Mail

What?

Brighton are reportedly leading the way in the race to sign highly-rated Polish midfielder Kacper Kozlowski.

The 18-year-old, who currently plays for Pogon Szczecin, has been linked to Liverpool and Manchester City after experiencing rapid development as a player.

Kozlowski made his first-team debut as a 15-year-old and featured for his country during Euro 2020.

Who?

Divock Origi

Where?

Tutto Mercato

What?

Both Atalanta and AC Milan are said to be 'on the trail' of Liverpool striker Divock Origi and are considering January moves.

The Belgian striker has made a name for himself once again in recent weeks, having scored match-winning strikes against Wolves and AC Milan.

Italian outlet Tutto Mercato claim Milan's interest relates to their attempts to 'replace' Zlatan Ibrahimovic, meanwhile Atalanta are mentioned as a second option - particularly if Luis Muriel leaves the Serie A side.

The report adds that a 'main obstacle' could be negotiating a salary, with Origi's current package 'too high' for either club.

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Who?

Franck Kessie

Where?

Gazzetta Dello Sport

What?

Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly in pole position beat the likes of Liverpool and Tottenham to the signing of AC Milan midfielder Franck Kessie.

That is according to a report by Gazzetta Dello Sport, who claim PSG could accommodate the midfielder's wage demands as he approaches the final six months of his contract with the Serie A side.

The report adds that Milan are currently willing to offer the 24-year-old a salary of €6.5m per season to renew his contract, but Kessie wants at least €8m to consider such an option.

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