Premier League giants Liverpool have focused on a new defensive-midfield target after been rejected by Moises Caicedo and Romeo Lavia.
Liverpool have reportedly set their sights on a new target in their chase for a defensive midfielder, with Crystal Palace's Cheick Doucoure hot on their radar.
The 23-year-old Malian only joined the Eagles last summer from Lens for a reported €22.60 million fee and is on a contract until 2027. But he could be set for an exit, with the Reds gearing up to make a move for him.
Liverpool's summer disappointment
Following the exit of Fabinho and Jordan Henderson to the Saudi Professional League, Jurgen Klopp's side were pressed with the necessity of signing a player in the pivot position.
They entered talks with Southampton for Romeo Lavia but failed to reach an agreement before pivoting away to focus on Brighton's Moises Caicedo.
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They reached an agreement for the Ecuadorian; however, the former Independientes del Valle midfielder rejected their proposal, preferring to join Chelsea.
Liverpool returned for Lavia, but the Belgian, like Caicedo, reportedly prefers a move to Stamford Bridge over a transfer North of the country.
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According to the Independent, Liverpool are stepping up their efforts to land the Mali international.
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The player is also said to be keen on the move. Liverpool also have Fulham's Joao Palinha and Nice's Kephren Thuram as options for the role.
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