Houssem Aouar shows off impressive skills for Lyon in 2018
Liverpool are plotting a whole host of summer moves as they look to bolster Jurgen Klopp’s squad ahead of the 2018/19 campaign.
And Lyon captain Nabil Fekir is among their top targets as they seek to add another dimension to their all-star attack.
Liverpool have also got one eye on the future with another raid on Lyon for 19-year-old Aouar being planned.
The Reds kept tabs on the midfielder this season as he scored seven goals and provided six assists in 44 appearances in all competitions.
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And that came after they had monitored his progression through Lyon’s youth ranks with keen interest, alongside La Liga giants Barcelona.
However, the latest reports from France indicate Liverpool are going to miss out on a deal for Aouar.
According to L’Equipe, Lyon are determined to keep hold of Aouar going forward.
The Ligue 1 club are said to be in "very advanced discussions" regarding a contract extension.
And L’Equipe indicate an agreement with the France Under-21 international may be "imminent".
Meanwhile, Fekir’s agent says Liverpool are yet to make ground in pursuit of the 24-year-old.
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"Talks with Liverpool will only happen when there is an agreement with Lyon and Jean-Michel Aulas gives the green light," said Jeane-Pierre Bernes.
"Liverpool's interest exists, but for now nothing is done. The transfer window is long. Other clubs could show interest."
Bayern Munich, who bought Corentin Tolisso from Lyon last summer, are believed to be eyeing Fekir up too.