Liverpool are ready to submit their opening bid for Sporting Lisbon midfielder Manuel Ugarte, according to a new report.
Having shelved plans to target Jude Bellingham when the market reopens, the Reds will instead spread their budget on several additions as Jurgen Klopp and his recruitment team strive to revamp the engine room. Among the countless alternatives to Bellingham are Nicolo Barella, Alexis Mac Allister and Chelsea star Mason Mount, who only has 13 months to run on his contract at Stamford Bridge.
However, it appears as though there is a fresh name for Liverpool to consider. Reports from Record underline growing interest from the Anfield club in Ugarte, whose his release clause is said to stand at £52.2m.
