Liverpool have made an improved offer for 19-year-old Southampton midfielder Romeo Lavia.
The Saints rejected Liverpool's opening bid of around £35m plus add ons last week and are reportedly holding our for a £50m fee.
Premier League clubs have been sniffing around the ex-Man City midfielder after a standout debut campaign in the division with Jurgen Klopp's side the frontrunners to capture his signature.
Chelsea and Man United reportedly remain interested in the talented youngster who Liverpool hope can fill at least part of the void left by the exits of Jordan Henderson and Fabinho.