Liverpool transfer round-up: Reds move for Inter Milan midfielder as Divock Origi update issued

Liverpool's transfer activity is likely to gather pace in the coming weeks as Jurgen Klopp's side gear up for the new Premier League season.

The Reds secured third place in the top-flight last campaign, which marked an impressive effort after suffering a number of setbacks.

Liverpool have already secured the services of RB Leipzig defender Ibrahima Konate but will now look to add quality in other areas of the pitch.

The search for a Gini Wijnaldum replacement remains ongoing, having recently lost the Dutchman to PSG.

There is still plenty of time for deals to be done, but just who could be on their way to Anfield?

Mirror Sport have rounded up the latest rumours...

Barella eyed

Liverpool have stepped up their pursuit of Inter Milan midfielder Nicolo Barella, according to latest reports.

The 24-year-old was part of the Inter side that won Serie A last season and is highly-rated in Italy.

Barella is a player Inter will not want to lose, but could be tempted to part ways with as the club looks to ease its financial difficulties.

Italian publication CalcioMercato have stated that the Reds have made contact over a potential deal, though Inter are reluctant to sell at this stage.

Barella scored three goals and registered seven assists in 36 Serie A games last season.

Saul plotting Atletico exit

Saul Niguez wants to leave Atletico Madrid after learning of interest from Liverpool and Manchester City.

The Spanish midfielder was recently linked with a move to the Reds and is understood to be searching for a new challenge after a number of years in the Spanish capital.

Mundo Deportivo claim that the 26-year-old has been informed of Premier League interest and is now seeking a way out of Madrid.

Saul has a release clause of €150 million (£128.97m), though it is likely that a lower fee will instead be negotiated between clubs should he depart.

Origi update offered

An update on the future of Liverpool striker Divock Origi has been provided.

Origi has failed to kick on in the way many expected him to at Anfield and is facing an uncertain future.

The Belgian forward proved to be an unreliable back-up option for the Reds last campaign and has been linked with an exit on multiple occasions in the last year.

According to The Athletic, Liverpool are not desperate to offload Origi but would expected a fee in the region of £15m-£20m should he depart.

The 26-year-old made only two Premier League starts last season and is out of contract next summer.