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'Nice to see that but I'm 100 per cent focused on Atalanta': Liverpool target Teun Koopmeiners admits he is flattered by interest from Jurgen Klopp and Co, but plays down a potential move as he is 'so happy' in Bergamo

Atalanta midfielder Teun Koopmeiners insists he is '100 per cent focused' on the Italian club despite being flattered by reports linking him with a move to Liverpool.

Jurgen Klopp is desperate to strengthen in midfield this month to revive the Reds' top-four hopes, and Koopmeiners is believed to be one of the names on their shortlist.

According to i, Liverpool scouts have been watching the 24-year-old ply his trade for Atalanta in recent months, sparking talk of a potential move in the winter window.

Liverpool target Teun Koopmeiners insists he remains '100 per cent focused' on Atalanta

Teun Koopmeiners: “I saw the links and stories about Liverpool — nice to see that but I’m 100% focused on Atalanta, I’m so happy to play here”.