Liverpool 'preparing to open talks with Donyell Malen'

Liverpool are reportedly planning to open talks with PSV Eindhoven forward Donyell Malen over a switch to Anfield during this summer's transfer window.

The 22-year-old enjoyed an impressive 2020-21 campaign for his Dutch club, scoring 27 times and contributing 10 assists in 45 appearances in all competitions.

Liverpool have long been credited with an interest in the attacker, who has provided two assists for the Netherlands during this summer's European Championship.

According to Sky Deutschland, the Reds are preparing to open discussions with the Dutchman, as the Premier League club look to beat a number of sides to his signature.

Malen spent two years with Arsenal between 2015 and 2017 before leaving for PSV, and he has now scored 55 times and registered 24 assists in 116 appearances for the Red and Whites in all competitions.

Barcelona, AC Milan and Juventus are also thought to be closely monitoring his form at Euro 2020.