Liverpool are pursuing a deal for RB Leipzig defender Ibrahima Konate as they look set to turn down the chance to sign Ozan Kabak permanently.
He reportedly has a buyout clause of about £34m.
The Reds had an option to turn Kabak's loan from Schalke into a permanent move but, after they told him of their plans, he is speaking to other clubs.
The deal which brought Turkey international Kabak to Anfield in January included an option to buy him for £18m, with add-on clauses.
Kabak made 13 appearances for Jurgen Klopp's side but has been sidelined since his last outing in a 1-1 draw against Newcastle United on 24 April.