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Monday's Liverpool transfer talk news roundup: Thiago Alcantara, Dani Ceballos, Calvin Stengs

Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for Liverpool on Monday, August 24.

The summer transfer window has now begun, with rumours and speculation continuing to swirl as Liverpool eye possible reinforcements.

Jurgen Klopp's champions have not been particularly busy during recent windows, but that has not stopped the rumour mill from linking them with additions.

Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest news on possible comings and goings from Anfield.

Monday morning's Liverpool transfer talk news roundup:


Arsenal to battle Liverpool for Thiago Alcantara?

Bayern Munich's Thiago Alcantara on June 10, 2020© Reuters

Arsenal could reportedly lock horns with Liverpool for the signature of Bayern Munich midfielder Thiago Alcantara during this summer's transfer window.

The 29-year-old is out of contract at the Allianz Arena next June and is widely expected to leave the German champions ahead of next season in search of pastures new.

Liverpool have been strongly linked with the Spain international, who has scored three times and registered two assists in 39 appearances for the Champions League finalists this season.

However, according to the Daily Mail, Arsenal have now made an enquiry as they consider the possibility of signing the experienced midfielder in the current market.

The report claims that Bayern want £23m for the former Barcelona youngster but could be forced to lower their asking price if they wish to sell him before the October 5 deadline.

Mikel Arteta's side, meanwhile, are said to be in talks with Real Madrid over another loan for Dani Ceballos.



Ronald Koeman 'keen to bring Calvin Stengs to Barcelona'

Manchester United's Angel Gomes in action with AZ's Calvin Stengs in the Europa League on October 3, 2019© Reuters

New Barcelona boss Ronald Koeman is reportedly keen on bringing AZ attacker Calvin Stengs to Camp Nou during this summer's transfer window.

Koeman handed the 21-year-old his Netherlands debut last November, while a successful 2019-20 campaign saw the Dutchman score 10 times and register 12 assists in 42 appearances at club level.

According to Sky Sports News, the new Barca manager has recommended Stengs to the board and is keen to secure a deal for the attacker ahead of the 2020-21 campaign.

Stengs, who came through the youth system at AZ, has scored 17 times and registered 18 assists in 74 appearances for Arne Slot's side since breaking into the first team.

Barca have also been linked with two more Dutch internationals since Koeman's arrival, with Lyon's Memphis Depay and Liverpool's Georginio Wijnaldum both said to be targets.

Meanwhile, a number of first-team players have allegedly been placed on the transfer list.


More transfer news from Liverpool:

Liverpool, Manchester City to battle for Wolves winger Adama Traore?
Liverpool and Manchester City are reportedly ready to battle it out in the race to sign Wolverhampton Wanderers winger Adama Traore. Read more.

Manchester United 'ready to delay Jadon Sancho move until 2021'
Manchester United could abandon their pursuit of Borussia Dortmund attacker Jadon Sancho until next summer, according to a report. Read more.

Leeds United interested in Liverpool pair Divock Origi, Rhian Brewster?
Leeds United reportedly hold an interest in signing either Divock Origi or Rhian Brewster from Liverpool during the summer transfer window. Read more.

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Manchester United's Angel Gomes in action with AZ's Calvin Stengs in the Europa League on October 3, 2019
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