Thursday's Liverpool transfer talk news roundup: Leon Bailey, Jadon Sancho, Wissam Ben Yedder

The buildup to the summer transfer window has now begun, with rumours and speculation continuing to swirl as Liverpool eye possible reinforcements.

Jurgen Klopp's league leaders have not been particularly busy during recent windows, but that has not stopped the rumour mill from linking them with additions.

Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest news on possible comings and goings from Anfield.

Thursday morning's headlines:

Manchester United to rival Premier League duo for £40m Wissam Ben Yedder?
Manchester United face competition from Arsenal and Liverpool for Monaco's Wissam Ben Yedder, according to a report. Read more.

Liverpool still interested in Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly?
Liverpool reportedly remain interested in trying to secure a deal for Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly during the next transfer window. Read more.

Manchester United view Leon Bailey as Jadon Sancho alternative?
Manchester United allegedly regard Bayer Leverkusen winger Leon Bailey as an alternative to Borussia Dortmund's Jadon Sancho. Read more.

Liverpool goalkeeper Loris Karius slammed by Besiktas chief
Besiktas president Ahmet Nur Cebi hits out at Loris Karius after the Liverpool goalkeeper returned to parent club Liverpool before the end of the season. Read more.