Reds close in on Shaqiri swoop

LIVERPOOL are in discussions with Stoke about a deal for Xherdan Shaqiri.

The Switzerland international, currently on holiday after the World

Cup, has a release clause in the region of £13.5million and the Potters are resigned to losing one of their prized assets after relegation from the Premier League.

Shaqiri is seen as a player who will strengthen Jurgen Klopp’s squad by providing quality back-up to an established front three of Mohamed Salah, Roberto Fimino and Sadio Mane and it’s understood that Liverpool have opened talks with Stoke.

It is believed Stoke are interested in a loan deal for a Liverpool youngster, such as Harry Wilson or Sheyi Ojo.