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Liverpool could do battle with Arsenal and Chelsea for Inter Milan midfielder Nicolo Barella this summer, according to reports. After Chelsea were first credited with an interest, two of their Premier League rivals have now been linked.
Despite Thiago Alcantara showing more class as the 2020/21 season went on, Jurgen Klopp seems to be eyeing a new midfielder this summer.
Thiago's upturn in form, added to the welcome return of club captain Jordan Henderson after injury, will boost Liverpool's midfield options alone.
Klopp is reportedly looking to add to his ranks, though, and Inter midfielder Nicolo Barella is the latest name to be linked with a potential move to Anfield.
According to Anfield Central, Liverpool and Arsenal are two of the clubs vying for Barella's signature in the summer transfer window.
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Liverpool's reported interest comes after Italian media claiming Chelsea have 'made advances' for Barella.
The Italy international has been a stalwart in Conte's three-at-the-back system, which could see him slot into Thomas Tuchel's set up perfectly.
Arsenal would have to be considered outsiders in this scenario, with Mikel Arteta unlikely to be handed a significant transfer kitty this summer.
The Gunners' failure to qualify for European football is unlikely to see much money spent, despite the need to bolster critical areas of the squad, whilst the club could also struggle to attract top talent.
Nicolo Barella has impressed for Inter Milan (Image: GETTY)