Agent: 'Alberto Moreno could join Real Madrid'

The agent of Liverpool defender Alberto Moreno has refused to deny suggestions that his client could join Real Madrid in the January transfer window.

On Monday, it was claimed that Real Madrid were interested in signing the 23-year-old, who joined Liverpool from Sevilla in 2014 and has already made more than 60 appearances for his English club.

Far from refuting the claims, Moreno's agent Javier Moya has said that "it would be a joy" for the Spanish international to discuss terms with the Madrid giants.

"If a team like Real Madrid speak with us and Liverpool are satisfied with the operation, they could talk. If a team with the substance of Real Madrid makes an offer, it would be a joy for him," Moya told Radio 4G.

"It's difficult. Everyone knows the importance of Real Madrid but Liverpool have five European Cups. You have to give the first step to Liverpool."

Moreno struggled for regular football earlier in the season due to the form of Joe Gomez, but has since regained his spot in the starting side.

Real Madrid, meanwhile, are said to be in the market for a back-up left-back to Marcelo, who has had his injury problems in the new campaign.