LIVERPOOL could be about to raid Serie A for midfield reinforcements next summer.
The Reds are reportedly tracking Napoli star Fabian Ruiz as they look to strengthen in the middle of the park.
Spanish outlet Fichajes claims the Premier League giants are keen to bring in the Spain international at the end of the season.
But they face competition from LaLiga heavyweights Barcelona and Real Madrid for the 25-year-old’s signature.
Klopp is assessing his options ahead of a possible summer overhaul of his midfield.
Club captain Jordan Henderson is turning 32 next year and Thiago Alcantara has been hampered by injuries in recent months.
Liverpool have been linked with a blockbuster move for England wonderkid Jude Bellingham.
The 18-year-old is one of European football’s hottest properties after his stunning performances at Borussia Dortmund.
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But he would cost the Merseysiders a club-record £90million to bring in.
Ruiz is no bargain basement option but would cost considerably less and is valued at around £40m.
He joined Luciano Spalletti’s side back in 2018 from boyhood club Real Betis.
Since then he has gone on to make 15 appearances for Spain and was part of the national team at Euro 2020 last summer.
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