Rumour Reel: Man Utd to prise Saul away from Atletico as Reds target Mane

Liverpool are lining up a bid for Southampton forward Sadio Mane, according to reports. The Senegal winger is understood to be a potential alternative to Mario Gotze, after the German committed his future to Bayern Munich.

The Anfield side were close to a deal for Mane in 2014, but then manager Brendan Rodgers declined the chance to sign the forward. Mane has since scored 25 goals in 75 games for the Saints.

Scoring an impressive 15 goals and nine assists in all competitions for Southampton this term, Mane could boost Liverpool’s attacking line. Christian Benteke netted just nine times in the Premier League this season, while Daniel Sturridge missed 23 clashes through injury this term.

Jurgen Klopp is reportedly a big admirer of the rapid winger, having kept tabs on him since his days at Red Bull Salzburg.

Conte counts on Lukaku departure

Romelu Lukaku looks set to leave Everton this summer, after incoming Blues boss Antonio Conte reportedly made him a priority.

According to reports, Chelsea have been quoted £65m by the Merseyside outfit if they want to prise him away from Goodison Park.

Lukaku has indicated he wants to leave the Toffees in recent days, saying: “I have had a very good season, but it is time for me to write myself a CV… I got that trophy-winning mindset from Chelsea… I want to win titles.”

The Belgian striker’s father also said that a deal could be ‘done before the Euros’ in a deal that would see him return to Stamford Bridge.

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