Report: Jurgen Klopp wants to sign Riccardo Saponara

Riccardo Saponara of Empoli FC celebrates after scoring a goal during the Serie A match between Empoli FC and SSC Napoli at Stadio Carlo Castellani on April 30, 2015
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Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp wants to sign Empoli midfielder Riccardo Saponara in January, according to reports.

Liverpool are reportedly looking to tie up a deal for Empoli midfielder Riccardo Saponara in the winter transfer window.

The German wants to put his own stamp on the squad and according to Tuttosport, the Serie A club will sell if they receive an offer of £14.2m for the Italian.

Juventus are also believed to be interested in the 23-year-old and cross-town rivals Everton have been linked with a move for Saponara in the past.

Saponara has made eight appearances for Empoli so far this season, scoring four goals.

Liverpool's German manager Jurgen Klopp gestures during the English Premier League football match between Chelsea and Liverpool at Stamford Bridge in London on October 31, 2015
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