Liverpool Transfer News: Latest Rumours and Big-Name Players Linked to Reds

Liverpool are reportedly still in the hunt for 2016 European Championship-winning midfielder Joao Mario.

That’s according to Portuguese outlet A Bola (via Chris Beesley of Liverpool Echo), which reported that Reds manager Jurgen Klopp is interested in bringing the Sporting Lisbon star to Anfield.

Klopp has already bolstered his attacking-midfield options this season with the acquisitions of Sadio Mane and Georginio Wijnaldum, so why exactly Mario is being targeted is a bit of a head-scratcher.

Plus, the Reds already have the likes of Philippe Coutinho, Roberto Firmino and Adam Lallana as options just behind the strikers.

Even so, Mario can operate on either wing, and he was impressive for Portugal throughout Euro 2016.

His versatility seems to have won over several fans, too, as Rory Greenfield of Anfield Index praised Mario’s ability on Twitter:

Joao Mario links seem more genuine than previous Portuguese speculation, he’d certainly offer versatility and control. Talented player.

— Rory Greenfield …

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