Liverpool transfer news: Reds send scouts to track Austria’s Kevin Danso and Jose Maria Gimenez
LIVERPOOL are plotting for the January transfer window by sending a scout to watch Kevin Danso and Jose Maria Gimenez, according to reports.
And Reds fans might be pleased to know they are both defensive reinforcements.
According to Austrian channel Laola, Liverpool sent a representative to the international friendly between Austria and Uruguay.
The report claims the scout was in attendance to watch 19-year-old defensive midfielder Danso and centre-back Gimenez.
Danso, who plays for FC Augsburg, used to play at MK Dons alongside Dele Alli before making the switch to the Bundesliga.
The talented youngster was given the tough task of marking Edinson Cavani and produced a strong performance as Austria ran out 2-1 winners.
Meanwhile Gimenez, 22, could be available on a free transfer with his contract up at the end of the season.
The Atletico Madrid defender has made just four league starts this campaign and is struggling to convince manager Diego Simeone that he is a first-team regular.
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Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp is desperately looking to bolster his backline and add steal to his midfield following heavy criticism.
His side have conceded 17 goals in 11 matches - the second highest in the top 13 of the Premier League behind Watford.
Meanwhile Klopp was forced to miss Liverpool training today after falling ill overnight and being taken to hospital.
The Kop boss is being assessed by doctors but there are no plans for the German to remain in hospital beyond his appointment and he is expected to return home this evening.
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