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Monday's Liverpool transfer talk news roundup: Sadio Mane, Lionel Messi, Thiago Alcantara

Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for Liverpool on Monday, August 31.

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:


Liverpool winger Sadio Mane 'open to Barcelona move'

Sadio Mane in action for Liverpool on June 21, 2020© Reuters

Liverpool winger Sadio Mane is reportedly open to discussing a transfer to Barcelona.

At a time when Lionel Messi has requested a transfer away from the Catalan giants, talk may soon turn to who will replace the global superstar.

Barcelona's next move will be dependent on whether they are able to recoup a transfer fee for the Argentine, who currently feels that he should be able to become a free agent.

However, reports in Spain suggest that Mane would like to be considered for a switch to Camp Nou in the future.

While the Senegal international has enjoyed four successful years at Anfield, it is claimed that the 28-year-old will want to take on a new challenge at some point in his career.

The report also indicates that Mane's relationship with Jurgen Klopp 'is not as strong' as it has been in previous years.



Manchester United, Liverpool to battle for RB Salzburg striker Patson Daka?

Red Bull Salzburg striker Patson Daka pictured in May 2020© Reuters

Manchester United have reportedly joined Premier League rivals Liverpool in showing an interest in Red Bull Salzburg striker Patson Daka.

The 21-year-old starred for the Austrian outfit last season, scoring 24 goals in 31 games as they won their domestic league for the seventh year in a row despite losing Erling Braut Haaland to Borussia Dortmund in January.

Daka played against Liverpool in the Champions League last season and more recently impressed against Jurgen Klopp's side in a pre-season friendly, scoring twice in a 2-2 draw.

The Daily Mail reports that Liverpool have been mulling over a move but could now face competition from Manchester United, who have also identified the forward as a possible target.

Salzburg are thought to want at least £20m for Daka, who only signed a new five-year contract last year.

Current Liverpool players Sadio Mane, Naby Keita and Takumi Minamino have all featured for Salzburg in the past.


More transfer news from Liverpool:

How Liverpool could line up with Thiago Alcantara
Amid speculation linking Thiago Alcantara with a summer move to Liverpool, Sports Mole looks at how the Premier League champions could line up with the midfielder. Read more.

Liverpool 'ready to pay Ismaila Sarr asking price'
Liverpool are reportedly preparing to meet Watford's £40m asking price for winger Ismaila Sarr ahead of the new season. Read more.

Mikel Arteta provides update on Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's future
The striker scored in normal time and in the penalty shoot-out as Arsenal beat Liverpool to win the Community Shield. Read more.

Shirt numbers available to Thiago Alcantara at Liverpool
Amid speculation linking Thiago Alcantara with a move to Liverpool, Sports Mole looks at which shirt numbers would be available to the Spain international at Anfield. Read more.

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