Liverpool transfer news LIVE – Wataru Endo medical, Cheick Doucoure eyed, Sofyan Amrabat latest

Liverpool are reportedly keen on the Real Madrid duo of Aurelien Tchouameni and Federico Valverde and have ‘reactivated’ interest in the pair.

The Reds plotted a move for Tchouameni during last summer, though were beaten to the services of the Frenchman by Los Blancos.

The La Liga giants would then, of course, go on to land another high-profile Reds target in the form of Jude Bellingham.

El Nacional describe Klopp as being ‘in love’ with Valverde, though the report adds Real view the Uruguayan as one of their ‘untouchables.

In the case of Tchouameni, the article adds Carlo Ancelotti is set to bring the former Monaco man back into his starting eleven on a regular basis after he lost his place during the second half of last season.

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Wataru Endo is reportedly on Merseyside today to complete his move from Stuttgart to Liverpool.

That’s according to David Lynch writing for This is Anfield, who is reporting that the Japan international has travelled to England to undergo a medical.

Manchester City are understood to have agreed personal terms with Rennes winger Jeremy Doku, though are facing last-minute competition from West Ham United.

The Belgian winger has long been linked with a move to Liverpool, though it is City who are closing in on the services of the forward.

Foot Mercato explain Rennes would be willing to part ways with the 21-year-old for a figure of at least €50millon (£42m). It is added West Ham are ‘also in the game’ for Doku and could jeopardise City’s deal having already ‘made an offer’.

Sofyan Amrabat transfer odds via BettingSites.co.uk

Liverpool 3/1

Newcastle 6/1

Tottenham 10/1

Man United 10/1

Liverpool are believed to have reactivated their interest in Ryan Gravenberch as the club looks to strengthen Jurgen Klopp’s midfield options.

The Netherlands international joined the German giants from Ajax last summer, but despite winning the Bundesliga during his maiden campaign with the club, Gravenberch was limited to only three league starts.

As a result, the 21-year-old has been linked with a move away from the Allianz Arena this summer in a bid to secure regular game time.

And the ECHO understands that Liverpool have now reopened channels to explore interest in Gravenberch after initially placing the midfielder on a list of possible targets at the start of the window.

However, as things stand, Liverpool have only made initial contact, and there is no immediate suggestion that a deal will be pursued with Bayern for the midfielder.

The Anfield club is believed to be assessing a number of midfield options after missing out on Moises Caicedo and Romeo Lavia.

Liverpool have made a shock move for Japan international captain Wataru Endo of Stuttgart as they race to bring in a proven defensive midfielder before the transfer window closes.

The Reds have made contact over the availability of the 30-year-old, who was regarded among the best in his position in the Bundesliga last season. The player has been granted permission by Stuttgart to talk with Liverpool.

Endo – who can also play centre-back – is in the final year of his contract and is unlikely to command a significant fee – thought to be in the region of £16 million – with Liverpool sporting director Jorg Schmadtke having used his contacts in Germany to help make a move for the player.

It is a surprise move from Liverpool, who have thus far been frustrated in their attempts to sign a number six this summer to bolster Jurgen Klopp’s squad following the departures of James Milner, Fabinho and Jordan Henderson.

Ian Doyle has the full story here.

Liverpool are reportedly eyeing a move for PSV Eindhoven forward Johan Bakayoko, according to Football Insider, should the Reds lose Mohamed Salah.

According to reports, the Egyptian is the latest Liverpool star to catch the attention of the Saudi Pro League. As a result, Bakaoko is on “firmly” on the radar.

PSG and Napoli also linked with the 20-year-old.

James Pearce from The Athletic is reporting that Crystal Palace’s Cheick Doucoure and Boubacar Kamara are among the players admired by Liverpool.

Ryan Gravenberch, another player linked with a move to Anfield, has been mooted this summer but the stance from Bayern Munich is that he isn’t for sale.

Andre of Fluminense is another midfield target after Liverpool made contact with the Brazilian club. However, it’s been suggested that the Reds could be forced to wait until January for the 22-year-old, although it remains to be seen whether Liverpool will test the resolve of the Tricolor.

In the latest transfer twist, Liverpool are reportedly on track to finalise a deal to sign Fiorentina midfielder Sofyan Amrabat.

That is according to Algemeen Dagblad.

Manchester United and Atletico Madrid had been linked with his services but it appears that the Moroccan will secure his Premier League move after a breakout display in a record-breaking cameo at the World Cup.

Erik ten Hag’s side were said to consider him as a “serious” midfield option, Barcelona and Bayern Munich were also mooted.

We’re approaching the weekend and we’re just one day away from hearing from manager Jurgen Klopp.

Brace yourselves for another day of tasty, transfer drama.