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Liverpool transfer news and rumours: Marc-Andre ter Stegen to solve goalkeeper crisis; Alexandre Lacazatte drops transfer hint

The latest transfer news and rumours surrounding Anfield

Jack de Menezes

Friday 09 January 2015 13:29 GMT

Marc-Andre ter Stegen could be in line for a loan to Liverpool (Getty Images)

ARRIVALS…

Liverpool could look to solve their goalkeeper troubles with a loan move for Barcelona’s unhappy stopper Marc-Andre ter Stegen. The young German was given a rare start in Barcelona’s 5-0 Copa del Rey win over Elche last night, but he has admitted that he is not comfortable with playing second fiddle to Claudio Bravo at the Nou Camp and a short-term switch to Anfield could be the solution, according to The Mirror. Ter Stegen only arrived in Spain in the summer, but is held in high regard having proven himself to be a very capable goalkeeper despite his tender age of 22.

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Lyon winger Alexandre Lacazette has dropped a hint that he could be on his way to the Premier League amid interest from both Liverpool and Arsenal. The 23-year-old Frenchman has been linked with a move away from the Ligue 1 club, and he confirmed this week that his future lies in “England or Spain.” Lacazette had also been reported to be on Paris St-Germain’s radar, but the players own reservations about the playing time he would receive looks to have ended any chance of him moving to the French champions.

Liverpool: The players linked with a move to Anfield during the latest transfer window

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Liverpool: The players linked with a move to Anfield during the latest transfer window

Petr Cech

With Simon Mignolet unconvincing and Brad Jones a deputy lacking clout, Liverpool need a new goalkeeper. Chelsea stopper Cech is looking for a new home having been pushed into second place by Thibaut Courtois and could be allowed to leave Stamford Bridge if he really pushes for it. One of the best goalkeepers in the world, despite currently warming the bench, Chelsea will be reluctant to let him join a Premier League rival.

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Liverpool: The players linked with a move to Anfield during the latest transfer window

Guillermo Ochoa

According to some reports a £3m deal has already been thrashed out for Malaga stopper Ochoa. Interest in the 29-year-old was huge in the summer after a string of impressive performances at the World Cup with Mexico. The then free agent opted for a move to Spain but has struggled since.

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Liverpool: The players linked with a move to Anfield during the latest transfer window

John Ruddy

Another keeper linked with a move to Anfield is Ruddy. The 28-year-old just missed out on a place in Roy Hodgson's England squad for the World Cup but remains a well rated stopper. With Norwich currently plying their trade in the Championship after relegation last term, a quick return to the top-flight would be appealing.

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Liverpool: The players linked with a move to Anfield during the latest transfer window

Sergio Romero

Sampdoria goalkeeper Sergio Romero will be out of contract in the summer which has led to reports over where he will be playing in the near future. The Argentina international, who was part of the side that finished runners-up in the 2014 World Cup, has also been linked with Manchester City.

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Ron Vlaar

Defending was not an area in which Liverpool excelled last season, despite their title tilt, so consequently Brendan Rodgers made moves to address the problem during the summer. However, it hasn't worked particularly well and Liverpool are understood to be keen to add reinforcements. Aston Villa centre-back Vlaar is a man in demand due to his consistent performances and the fact his contract will expire at the end of the season.

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Liverpool: The players linked with a move to Anfield during the latest transfer window

Fabio Coentrao

Left-back Coentrao has been linked with a move away from Real Madrid and to the Premier League for some time now with Manchester United usually the club named as his likely destination. However, Liverpool are also said to be in the mix.

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Liverpool: The players linked with a move to Anfield during the latest transfer window

Fabian Delph

Another Aston Villa player of interest to Liverpool is Delph. The central midfielder has begun to show why the Villains made such an effort to prise him away from Leeds United back in 2009. Reports suggest Rodgers could make a bid upwards of £10m for the 25-year-old.

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Karim Benzema

Karim Benzema has been linked with a move to the Premier League for years, but instead he just keeps on scoring goals at a healthy rate for Real Madrid. That the Frenchman has lasted so long at the Bernabeu considering the Spanish club's preference for churning over the star names is testament to his ability. However, a reported £50m bid being readied by Liverpool might be enough for Los Blancos to say au revoir.

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Saido Berahino

The youngster has impressed with West Brom, so much so Liverpool have been linked with a £23m move for the striker. However, the Baggies say the story is an 'entire fabrication'. Tottenham also linked.

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Jackson Martinez

Martinez was an integral part of the Colombia team that so impressed at the World Cup so it was inevitable his name would crop up in the transfer rumour mill. However, he remained at Porto over the summer but claims that he has a £27.5m release clause has seen interest return. Liverpool are reportedly ready to take the plunge, however they face competition from Roma and Arsenal for the 28-year-old.

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Liverpool: The players linked with a move to Anfield during the latest transfer window

Ezequiel Lavezzi

Lavezzi has 18 months to run on his contract and according to some sources PSG won't offer him another contract. That means they'll be keen to offload him sooner rather than later in order to avoid losing him for free. A fee of around £17m has been mentioned, with the 29-year-old forward perhaps set to become the latest Argentinian import into the Premier League.

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Wilfried Bony

Brendan Rodgers were full of praise for Bony earlier this season, describing him as 'strong, powerful, and he gets goals'. Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher is just as effusive. 'I hope Liverpool sign him [Bony]. He is worth £20m or £25m. I wish Liverpool got him this summer and I hope they're looking at him in the future,' said the former defender.

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Liverpool: The players linked with a move to Anfield during the latest transfer window

Gonzalo Higuain

The Napoli striker was close to a move to Arsenal two seasons ago before the Italian club blew their bid out of the water. However, they are now under financial pressure to balance the books, and the addition of Manolo Gabbiadini from Sampdoria has triggered talk that he could be on his way to Anfield for £30m.

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Ogenyi Onazi

According to reports, Lazio have already turned down one bid from Liverpool for their young Nigerian striker. However, an offer of around £8m could tempt them to part with the 22-year-old who has started to find his feet in Serie A and has already made over 25 appearances for his national team. There are suggestions Fabio Borini could be used as a make-weight in any deal.

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HEADING FOR THE EXIT…

Lucas Leiva looks increasingly likely to leave Anfield this month as the club are reported to be willing to accept a £7m bid for the 28-year-old midfielder. The Evening Standard reported that former Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini is keen on bringing the Brazilian to the Serie A, although Lucas' departure would leave Brendan Rodgers without a natural defensive midfielder.

NEAR MISSES…

Xherdan Shaqiri had been heavily linked with a move to Anfield this season, but it was confirmed yesterday that he won’t be heading to the Premier League anytime soon after completing a move to Italian side Inter Milan for a fee thought to be around the £10m mark.

Liverpool have also missed out on Victor Valdes after the former Barcelona goalkeeper agreed a free transfer to Manchester United, with the Reds’ Premier League rivals confirming a deal on Thursday. The Spanish stopper has proven his fitness following two months of training with United, and has put pen to paper on an 18-month permanent deal to end Liverpool’s hopes of giving him a trial with a view to a move.

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