Liverpool have been forced to give up on their pursuit for Barcelona star Gavi, reports suggest.
The Reds were looking to bolster their midfield this summer to fill the void that is set to be left by Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, who is nearing the exit door. This could pose a familiar problem to Jurgen Klopp after the club failed to replace Georginio Wijnaldum's departure to Paris Saint-Germain last year.
Gavi, 17, is set to began discussions with Barca next week over fresh terms after several days of delay. According to Spanish outlet Sport, the midfielder and his agent have already agreed on a formal contract but the rest should be finalised "in the coming days."
