Arsenal have reportedly joined in on the race for Liverpool summer target Marco Asensio who wants a move away from Real Madrid to get regular first-team minutes under his belt.
Asensio has been linked with a switch to Anfield in the recent past with Liverpool on the hunt for reinforcements in the attacking third even as they look to wrap up the talks to land Benfica dangerman Darwin Nunez.
Sadio Mane’s imminent departure from Liverpool to sign for his long-standing suitors Bayern Munich leaves Klopp with his task cut out in the form of adding some quality cover to his forward lineup before the transfer window slams shut.
According to a report from The Daily Mail, it is indicated that the Reds would face increasing competition for Asensio’s signature with the Spain international also wanted by Premier League rivals Arsenal and Manchester United.
It is understood that North London giants Arsenal have touched base with the Real Madrid star’s agents in the hopes of launching a bid for the 26-year-old attacking midfielder and lure him to the English capital.
