Reds linked with move for Argentinian left-back

Liverpool have been linked with a move for Ajax full-back Nicolas Tagliafico, according to The Mirror.

The defender has been in good form for the Dutch side this season, with a host of English clubs on the alert, including Man United, Arsenal, Spurs and Liverpool. Atletico Madrid are also monitoring his situation.

The Argentinian has three years remaining on his current deal, and any transfer move would have to be above €20million for the club to even consider negotiating.

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Soccer Football – Champions League Round of 16 First Leg – Ajax Amsterdam v Real Madrid – Johan Cruijff Arena, Amsterdam, Netherlands – February 13, 2019 Ajax’s Nicolas Tagliafico REUTERS/Eva Plevier

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However, with Alberto Moreno set to leave, Jurgen Klopp will be on the lookout for a new left-back.

“I think in the summer it could be a natural time to take the step,” Tagliafico said recently.

“But I try not to think about taking that step just yet because we have many important games to focus on. Yes, it’s flattering [the links to English clubs] because I think it’s the most competitive league.

“When you are a child, the target is to come to Europe and play in a top league like the Premier League. I came to Ajax because of the philosophy, the style of football and the club.

“I could have gone to Betis in Spain, but I knew that at Ajax I would learn and improve which made it the best step – and it’s happened as I predicted.

“It was the perfect moment to come to Europe, it was late because I was 25, it’s late for a player. It was tough to take the decision, but I needed to take a risk.

“We’ve had this same plan for a long time. It’s a club that is used to selling young players so we know we have to rebuild every now and then.

“But this year especially was one of the best years because the squad and the players which got together was really good and the players, the staff and the fans are together. We’re on the same path like a family.”

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