It means Liverpool could follow a similar route when looking at potential centre-back options in the final few days of the transfer window.
There are a host of players who are set to become free agents in the summer, including Bayern Munich’s David Alaba, and clubs may be willing to listen to offers now instead of losing them for free in six months’ time.
Liverpool’s transfer officials have been praised in recent years for not going out for a panic buy, but bringing in a player who is desperately needed with their title aspirations hanging in the balance will surely only enhance their chances.
And knowing they could be ready instantly upon an agreement being met will be music to Klopp’s ears.
