Jurgen Klopp is a huge admirer of Bayern Munich star Thiago Alcantara (Picture: Getty)Thiago Alcantara has decided to back out of contract negotiations with Bayern Munich and the club are aware that Liverpool have registered a strong interest in the midfielder, according to reports in Germany. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThe report suggests Bayern have discussed Liverpool’s interest, with Jurgen Klopp viewing Thiago as a ‘highly technical and savvy player’ who he feels could be the ‘quality’ addition his team requires in midfield. The Spain international is in his seventh year with Bayern (Picture: Getty)Back in February 2019, Klopp sung Thiago’s praises after Bayern held the Reds to a goalless draw at Anfield. VIP areas won’t be packed and tickets won’t be sold.’Follow Metro Sport across our social channels, on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. MORE: Nuno Espirito Santo responds to Adama Traore transfer speculation amid Liverpool interestMORE: Liverpool hero Steve Nicol reveals Frank Lampard’s ‘biggest problem’ at Chelsea

Source: Metro June 24, 2020 07:07 UTC