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Liverpool FC transfer news: Atletico Mineiro interested in Reds midfielder Lucas Leiva

Atletico Mineiro are keeping tabs on Liverpool defensive midfielder Lucas Leiva, according to Brazilian daily newspaper O Tempo.

The 30-year-old, who has struggled for game time in the present campaign, has been linked with a move away from Anfield during the ongoing winter transfer window.

Inter Milan were also reportedly interested in the long-serving midfielder, who is set to leave Liverpool after a 10-year affiliation.

Lucas' present contract with the Reds will expire in the summer and he has admitted he needs to be playing on a regular basis.