LIVERPOOL are lining-up a sensational move for Real Madrid star Isco – with Fabian Ruiz another intriguing option.
Jurgen Klopp is thought to be keen to bolster his midfield ranks with injuries ravaging his options this season.
Fabinho, Naby Keita, Xherdan Shaqiri and James Milner have all missed games recently, with Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain also picking up a knock in December.
With Liverpool really getting towards the business end of the season, aiming to not only retain their Champions League crown but win their first-ever Premier League title, Klopp is set to raid the transfer market.
And the German favours a move for in-form Real Madrid star Isco in a 60million deal.
The Spaniard has recaptured his best form in recent weeks under Zinedine Zidane.
Having been linked with a move away for years now, Isco, 27, could finally be on the move.
Los Blancos president Florentino Perez is willing to sell the Spaniard, according to local reports – but only for a fee of around 60m.
Should the Reds fail in their pursuit of Isco, Klopp is eyeing up a move for Napoli’s Spanish star Ruiz, 23, in a bid to add some creativity to his midfield ranks.
Manchester United are thought to be keen on signing the Serie A ace.
Last summer, Napoli valued Ruiz at 150m, but now the club are said to be willing to accept a fee of closer to 76m.
With just a week to go in this month’s transfer window, Liverpool could make a stunning late swoop.
The Reds have already signed Takumi Minamino in a 7.25m from Red Bull Salzburg – and he made his Premier League debut in the 2-1 win over Wolves, replacing crocked Sadio Mane.
