The Anfield club are pushing to complete the signature of RB Leipzig star Dani Olmo.
The playmaker is said to be admired by incoming boss and former Feyenoord manager Arne Slot.
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Per Marca in Spain, Barca are pushing to sign Olmo, but have to take a backseat.
The Reds have greater financial might at the moment, which will give them an edge.
Leipzig will have to accept bids of 51 million for Olmo, as that is his release clause.