According to Spanish news outlet El Nacional, a major update has come to light on Liverpool and their transfer plans involving Real Madrid star Federico Valverde.

The Lowdown: Klopp eyeing midfield additions...

As reported, the Reds and manager Jurgen Klopp have seemingly set their sights on improving the club's midfield options as they become linked with a host of names.

The likes of Jude Bellingham, Toni Kroos, Denis Zakaria have been linked in the central midfield position whereas Villarreal winger Arnaut Danjuma is also thought to be on the agenda.

However, in what is a very interesting claim, El Nacional say FSG and Klopp now have a Galacticos star on their radar.

The Latest: Liverpool plotting Valverde bid...

According to their information, Liverpool have started 'preparing an offensive' for the 23-year-old and are 'willing' to table a huge €80 million (£66.6m) offer for his services.

As well as this, it is believed FSG will 'insist' on signing Valverde and 'squeeze' to reach an agreement with Real over the player - meaning they will push for his signing.

The Verdict: Major claim...

Scoring Real's winner in their 3-2 El Clasico win over Barcelona on Wednesday, it's clear the Uruguay international is playing his part under Carlo Ancelotti.

Starting ten La Liga matches and making six appearances off the bench (WhoScored), Valverde features regularly in a star-studded side and his past plaudits indicate why Klopp and the club are willing to pay.

Casemiro claimed he would become 'one of the best' in the world in his position with the €160,192-per-week (£133,000) man clearly possessing plenty of ability.

However, given how short Liverpool are in the forward positions with both Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane at AFCON, the club could be better placed prioritising more shrewd attacking options instead.

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