Liverpool ready £7.5m move for Salzburg ace
Salzburg star Takumi Minamino has a release clause of just £7.5m and Liverpool are planning a January raid, claims The Times.
Minamino's stock has soared this season following Salzburg's impressive displays in the Champions League.
Salzburg are bracing themselves for January bids for a number of players in January, including teen sensation Erling Haaland and forward Hwang Hee-chan.
Jurgen Klopp's interest in Minamino actually dates back prior to this season but Liverpool are ready to step up their pursuit following his eye-catching performances in Europe.
Naby Keita and Sadio Mane both had spells at Salzburg earlier in their career and Klopp believes Minamino can take a similar step in his career.
The Japan international was mostly used in an attacking midfield position in the Champions League group stage but can also play deeper and out wide.