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Mark Wakefield

Liverpool transfers - Manuel Locatelli offer, Saul Niguez decision, Renato Sanches sale

Liverpool’s pre-season campaign is well underway, and attention will now be focusing on the 2021/22 campaign that lies ahead.

A whole host of players have already been tipped to join Anfield in the coming months, and they show no sign of stopping ahead of what is expected to be a busy window for the Reds.

Jurgen Klopp will be keen to add to his squad and challenge for the Premier League title next term, but what players will they actually sign?

Here, we take a lookout some of the latest rumours doing the rounds and how likely they are to happen.

Who?

Renato Sanches, Lille midfielder.

Where?

Le10Sport, via Daily Star .

What?

According to the report, Lille are prepared to let Sanches leave the club this summer amid reported links with Liverpool.

The Reds have been credited with an interest in the Portugal international, who has been tipped to be a potential replacement for Gini Wijnaldum.

The report goes on to say that Lille have placed Sanches on the transfer list, as they are keen to raise funds this summer by selling one of their most valuable players.

Who?

Saul Niguez, Atletico Madrid midfielder.

Where?
Spanish news outlet Mundo Deportivo .

What?

According to the report, Saul has been mulling over leaving Atletico for several months.

Liverpool continue to be linked with a move for Saul, as do Manchester United and Barcelona.

Atletico recently signed Rodrigo De Paul from Udinese, only fuelling speculation that Saul could depart this summer.

The report goes on to say that Atletico would be open to letting Saul leave, but only if the right offer is made.

Who?

Manuel Locatelli, Sassuolo midfielder.

Where?

Italian news outlet Gazzetta dello Sport .

What?

According to the report, Liverpool have joined the race to sign Locatelli this summer.

The Italy international has been linked with a move to Juventus for some time, with the general belief being that a deal was close to completion.

However, he is yet to sign for the Turin based club, leading to rumours of other clubs showing an interest.

Arsenal have also been linked with Locatelli in the past, and the report adds that Liverpool are expected to make their opening offer soon.

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