Jurgen Klopp has reportedly told Liverpool to sign Sporting Lisbon star Matheus Nunes in a bid to end their midfield hunt for this season.Liverpool have been linked once again with signing Jude Bellingham this summer, but it looks more likely that a move ahead of next season is more likely.
But for now, Klopp has identified Nunes as a 'top priority' while they wait.That's according to newspaper Correio da Manha, who claim that Liverpool have now joined the race for the 23-year-old that shone for the Portuguese side last season.
The Reds have already found success raiding the Portuguese league, and they could be poised to do so again.READ MORE: Drone footage shows Anfield revamp as roof is put into place for 61,000-seater groundNunes scored four goals and registered five assists in 46 outings last season, and has already been linked with a move to Wolves and Chelsea.
But now Liverpool have joined the chase, following the success of Luis Diaz and potentially Darwin Nunez, who has stunned fans in pre-season.The Uruguayan could become Liverpool's most expensive ever signing is all add-ons are triggered, but judging by his performance against RB Leipzig that looks like a formality.
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