Liverpool chief Michael Edwards has reportedly touched base with Brighton & Hove Albion over midfielder Yves Bissouma.
The 24-year-old is thought to be attracting the interest of a number of top clubs, with Leicester City, Arsenal and Liverpool allegedly in the race for his signature.
With Jurgen Klopp's side expected to wave goodbye to Georginio Wijnaldum in the summer, a new midfielder will likely be a priority ahead of the 2021-22 campaign.
According to Anfield Central, Liverpool's sporting director Edwards has made an enquiry to Brighton over his character and personality, with a view to making a move when the transfer window reopens.
Brighton manager Graham Potter believes that Bissouma could play for any club in the world, but with the 24-year-old contracted to the Seagulls until 2023, they can afford to play hardball over a fee.
Bissouma has started 30 Premier League games in a Brighton shirt this season, scoring one goal in October's 4-2 defeat to Everton.
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