Bayern Munich midfielder Thiago Alcantara has reportedly agreed personal terms with Liverpool ahead of a potential switch to Anfield.
With just a year remaining on his contract, the Spaniard wants to experience a different league next season, leaving the Premier League and Serie A as the most likely destinations.
However, Liverpool and Manchester United are regarded as the frontrunners for the former Barcelona man, who may be available for a fee in the region of £30m.
While United were believed to have moved ahead of their fierce rivals earlier this week, Bild claims that Liverpool have been able to agree terms with the 29-year-old.
The report says that the development is a result of Jurgen Klopp giving the green light for Thiago to link up with his first-team squad.