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Monday's Liverpool transfer talk news roundup: Kylian Mbappe, Ozan Kabak, Declan Rice

Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for Liverpool on Monday, January 4.

The January transfer window is now open, with Liverpool continuing to be linked with a host of big names.

Jurgen Klopp has been forced to contend with a crippling injury crisis during the first half of the season, leading to speculation that the Premier League champions could move for a new defender this month.

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

Monday morning's Liverpool transfer talk news roundup:


PSG 'hoping to ward off Liverpool interest in Kylian Mbappe with new deal'

Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappe pictured on August 22, 2020© Reuters

Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly keen to tie Kylian Mbappe down to a new deal in order to fend off interest from Liverpool.

The 22-year-old is now in the final 18 months of his deal with the Ligue 1 champions, who recently appointed Mauricio Pochettino as their new manager following the sacking of Thomas Tuchel.

PSG's sporting director Leonardo previously confirmed that talks are underway regarding an extension for Mbappe, but the forward is yet to pen fresh terms at the Parc des Princes.

With Real Madrid also expected to swoop for Mbappe in the summer transfer window, L'Equipe claim that PSG's primary focus is tying the France international down to a new deal as a matter of urgency.

The report adds that Liverpool have already touched base with Mbappe's entourage ahead of a potential transfer, but the youngster recently affirmed that he will consult with his family before making any decisions on his future.

Mbappe boasts 14 goals and seven assists for PSG across all competitions in the current campaign.



Crystal Palace to rival Manchester United, Liverpool for Ozan Kabak?

Ozan Kabak in action for Schalke on November 28, 2020© Reuters

Crystal Palace are reportedly ready to do battle with Manchester United and Liverpool for the signature of Schalke 04 defender Ozan Kabak.

The 20-year-old has quickly become a regular for the Bundesliga side but has been unable to prevent Schalke's slump to the bottom of the table this term.

Schalke are currently seven points adrift of safety in the German top flight, and Kabak is expected to leave if the Royal Blues drop down to the second tier.

Man United, Liverpool and AC Milan have all been credited with an interest in the Turkey international, and the Daily Mail now claims that Crystal Palace are also in the running as Roy Hodgson plots a defensive overhaul.

The report claims that the Eagles boss is keen to ship out Mamadou Sakho and James Tomkins in the near future, while Scott Dann and Gary Cahill's time at Selhurst Park is almost up as they approach the latter stages of their careers.

Kabak, who is said to be valued at £25m by Schalke, is under contract at the Veltins-Arena until the end of the 2023-24 season.


More transfer news from Liverpool:

Jurgen Klopp provides update on January plans
The Reds are threadbare in defence. Read more.

Liverpool, Manchester United, Manchester City 'join Chelsea in Declan Rice race'
Liverpool, Manchester City and Manchester United all reportedly join Chelsea in the race to sign West Ham United midfielder Declan Rice. Read more.

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