Named: The SIX centre-backs on Liverpool's transfer shortlist

First is Nathan Zeze, the 19-year-old Nantes central defender who plays for France under-21s. It’s not the first time the Reds have been linked with Zeze, who is tied to his hometown club until 2028.

Next the report names Cristhian Mosquera - the Valencia stopper who features for Spain under-21s. The 21-year-old is a Valencia homegrown talent but has only got a contract with Los Che until 2026.

Then there’s Joel Ordonez. The Ecuadorian has been a revelation since moving to European football with Club Brugge. The 21-year-old already has got 82 matches under his belt for the Belgians and was a mainstay in their Champions League fixtures last season.

Other contenders named in the report include Ousmane Diomande, the Sporting CP defender who is set to command a big fee if he moves this summer.

The club also admire Jorrel Hato, according to the report, and that tallies with a report last week from Duncan Castles on The Transfers Podcast.

However, the latest suggestions appear to indicate Arsenal have stolen a march on the Reds for the 19-year-old Dutchman.

Rounding off the report is a mention of Levi Colwill. It’s no secret that Chelsea are seeking centre-backs this summer. Although the 22-year-old played plenty last season for Enzo Maresca, he could be squeezed out this summer.

Liverpool have been linked with Colwill in the past, who can play either left-back or centre-back.