text: Liverpool are watching Monaco midfielder Geoffrey Kondogbia. The France international was one of the most coveted players in Europe prior to signing for the wealthy French club from Sevilla in 2013. Real Madrid, Manchester United, Juventus and Paris St Germain were all keen. Geoffrey Kondogbia has impressed Liverpool scouts this season in Europe and Ligue 1 . Kondogbia celebrates after scoring against Arsenal in the first leg of their Champions League last 16 clash . Kondogbia pictured in action for France against Denmark during the recent international break . He had an initial dip in form after his move but has since kicked on again and has impressed Liverpool scouts in Europe and the French league this season. The 22-year-old was key to Monaco's Champions League victory over Arsenal, particularly in their first leg performance at The Emirates and is back on the radar of other big clubs. Kondogbia has represented France three times and has made 23 appearances for Monaco this season. Liverpool remain keen on bringing Danny Ings, whose contract expires in the summer, to Anfield from Burnley . Club also monitoring James Milner as his Manchester City contract expires at the end of the season . Liverpool's budget and attraction will hinge on qualification for the Champions League which Brendan Rodgers admits looks slim. They remain in the frame for James Milner and Danny Ings. The English duo's contacts are set to expire at the end of the season with neither player looking likely to extend their current deals. Milner would be available for nothing should he decide to leave Manchester City, while a compensation fee would have to be agreed between Liverpool and Burnley for Ings because of his age.
target: Liverpool scouts have been impressed by Geoffrey Kondogbia this season .
  The midfielder was one of the most coveted youngsters in Europe .
  France international joined Monaco from Sevilla in 2013 for £17million .
  Liverpool remain in the frame for James Milner and Danny Ings .