Wayne Rooney has confirmed Manchester United were very keen on signing Thiago Alcantara back in 2013, but opted against doing so.
Seven years on the Spaniard is widely regarded to be one of the best midfielders in the world, and is strongly linked with a move to Liverpool.
Jurgen Klopp is keen on strengthening his midfield this summer as speculation continues to swirl around Holland international Georginio Wijnaldum.
The Reds have been quoted a fee of around £30million to sign the Bayern Munich star, but Liverpool are looking to pay around £10m less.
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