Liverpool and Manchester United have asked about the availability of Atalanta's Brazil midfielder Ederson, although Manchester City also have a strong interest in the £50m-rated 25-year-old. (Caught Offside), external

The Reds want to make RB Leipzig and Slovenia striker Benjamin Sesko, 21, part of their planned summer overhaul. (Give Me Sport), external

Liverpool could send midfielder Harvey Elliott out on loan next season in order to play more first-team minutes. (Football Insider), external

The Anfield club are monitoring Real Betis winger Jesus Rodriguez, who has a £42m release clause, with Chelsea also interested in the Spain Under-19 international. (Mail), external

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