Liverpool eye move for £80m defender amid Manchester City interest

Liverpool have eyed Benfica central defender Ruben Dias for the summer transfer window, with Manchester City also interested in the player, according to a report in the Daily Express. The Portugal international has impressed with his game this season, now being targeted by both clubs, are likely to be looking for a new defensive option. The Citizens suffer in defense this season. They are sitting on the 2nd place of the Premier League table. Meanwhile, Jurgen Klopp's side are the league leaders this season. If signing the 22-year-old defender, they will strengthen the centre-back along with Joe Gomez and Virgil van Dijk current partnership. In order to bring Dias, Liverpool and City will face a high price-tag, with the player rated at £80 million (Express).

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