The Guardian issue update on Thiago Alcantara's move to Liverpool

Liverpool are interested in signing the Bayern Munich midfielder Thiago Alcântara but have told the Bundesliga club they are not prepared to pay £27.2m for the 29-year-old Spaniard, according to The Guardian. Thiago has one year left on his contract. The Guardian says that Bayern are reluctant to let the Spain international go and have not relented on their asking price. The Bundesliga champions are due to play Lyon in the semi-final of the Champions League on Wednesday. They have put all transfer discussions on hold until their involvement in the tournament has ended. Thiago is keen to join Liverpool who are currently waiting to see if Bayern’s stance softens. Unless another club comes in for him this summer, he could sign a pre-contract with the Reds in January. Source: Liverpool ECHO