Liverpool handed boost in pursuit of No.1 goalkeeper target Jan Oblak as 'Atletico Madrid move for replacement'
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Liverpool are reportedly in pole position to sign Atletico Madrid goalkeeper Jan Oblak.
The Reds are set to move for a new goalkeeper this summer following Loris Karius' Champions League final nightmare against Real Madrid last weekend.
Oblak is Liverpool's No.1 target while Roma stopper Alisson is also being considered by Jurgen Klopp.
Liverpool are facing problems over Oblak's huge €100m (£87.5m) release clause but reports in Spain suggest they have been given a boost in their pursuit of the goalkeeper.
Atletico are targeting Athletic Bilbao stopper Kepa Arrizabalaga should Oblak force his way out of the club, reports El Gol Digital.
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Jurgen Klopp is ready to move for a top goalkeeper after completing the signing of Fabinho from Monaco.
Nabil Fekir is also a target for the Champions League finalists, with Klopp wanting him in before the World Cup starts.
Liverpool are yet to make a bid for the Frenchman but fear Lyon could increase their asking price if he impresses in Russia.
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Mirror Sport understands the Lyon attacking midfielder has met with his club president Jean-Michel Aulas to make clear he wants a move to Anfield...and would like his future decided before the World Cup starts.
That is Liverpool's aim as they look to strike a deal, with Sporting Director Michael Edwards keen to pursue formal discussions in the next week.