Liverpool are reportedly keen on signing Inter Milan midfielder Nicolo Barea this summer.
The Reds are in the market this summer for a midfielder as they are determined to strengthen that department of their team, given that they have struggled massively in that area this season.
They have long been linked with Borussia Dortmund star Jude Bellingham, but they face fierce competition from the likes of Real Madrid and Manchester City for the signature of the England international.
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Apart from Bellingham, Brighton star Moises Caicedo is also a target. But the Ecuadorian has been linked with a number of top Premier League sides and might elude Jurgen Klopp’s side given that they might not qualify for the Champions League next season.
According to Italian outlet Calcio Mercato, Liverpool have now placed Barella at the top of Klopp’s wishlist of midfield reinforcements along with Bellingham and Caicedo.
But as it the case with Bellingham and Caicedo, the Premier League side could face competition in the race for Barella. Chelsea are reportedly interested in the 26-year-old, although the Blues might be restrixyed by finances given their £600m spending spree across the last two transfer windows.
It’s expected that Barella would cost Liverpool around £65m – a hefty fee, though potentially cheaper than what they could sign Bellingham or Caicedo for. The Italian is happy with life at the San Siro and is contracted there until 2026.
But Inter could be forced to sell if a big offer comes in for their midfielder.
