Liverpool’s frantic search for Mohamed Salah’s long-term replacement has taken another twist, with the club seeing a surprise $68 million (£50 million) bid for Ismaïla Sarr swiftly rejected by Crystal Palace.
The Reds have pursued an array of transfer targets over the summer as they seek reinforcements in the wide forward positions. An early summer deal for Victor Muñoz has been followed by constant links with Paris Saint-Germain star Bradley Barcola, as well as interest in his teammate Ibrahim Mbaye.