Chelsea are also keen on the Belgian and they are expected to also make a bidSouthampton want around £50m and the Reds will return with improved offerSouthampton have rejected an opening offer from Liverpool for Romeo Lavia. Mail Sport reported on Friday that developments in the pursuit of midfielder Lavia were imminent and Liverpool have now firmed up their interest. Liverpool's offer, understood to be in the region of £35m plus-add ons, has been knocked back by Southampton. But the Anfield club are expected to return with an improved offer. Chelsea also want to sign Lavia and Southampton are braced for a rival bid for the Belgian youngster from them too.

Source: Express July 25, 2023 23:56 UTC