Romeo Lavia of Southampton has been being watched by Liverpool, and the most recent sources suggest that a deal is imminent.

Football Insider reported earlier this month that the Merseysiders were prepared to make an offer of about £40 million for the 19-year-old defensive midfielder.

Today’s news source has revealed that Liverpool are close to hiring him and are prepared to offer a little over £40 million.

Jurgen Klopp is eager to bring the Belgian international to Anfield and the best part is that the German manager has been able to obtain the approval of the player.

Now, all that is left is to agree a fee with the Saints, who are demanding £50million for their prized asset.

Renowned media outlets like The Daily Mail and The Guardian have reported the valuation of £45million this month.

Liverpool are set to receive around £40million and £12million from the sales of Fabinho and skipper, Jordan Henderson, respectively.

The Reds may therefore soon have the means to finalize the purchase of Romeo Lavia, but it will be puzzling if they manage to sign just one young player in place of two of the team’s most seasoned midfielders.

Lavia is incredibly talented but is a long-term answer rather than an immediate one, thus a veteran No. 6 must be signed, hopefully before the start of the new Premier League season next month.