Liverpool ‘not pushing’ for Kylian Mbappe but Jurgen Klopp lines up £38.5m transfer swoop for another French star

LIVERPOOL are NOT in the race to sign Kylian Mbappe, according to reports.

Mbappe, 24, has been heavily linked with a move to Anfield in recent weeks.

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The Reds were said to be “exploring the financial and sporting parameters involved” in signing the Frenchman.

However, transfer journalist Florian Plettenberg claims Liverpool have decided against pursuing a deal.

Mbappe could become a free agent in July if he decides against triggering his one-year contract extension with Paris Saint-Germain.

However, PSG officials are currently relaxed about his situation as they are “financially secured” for his possible departure.

Arsenal are also allegedly interested in signing the forward.

However, Real Madrid is understood to be the most realistic destination for him.

With a deal for Mbappe now highly unlikely, Liverpool are set to turn attention elsewhere.

And according to Spanish outlet Fichajes, the Reds have shown an interest in OGC Nice midfielder Khephren Thuram.

The 22-year-old Frenchman could be made available for around £38.5million in January.

Jurgen Klopp is expected to add to his squad when the transfer window opens as he looks to lead Liverpool to another Premier League title.

The Reds currently sit third in the table, two points behind leaders Arsenal.

GettyThe Reds are said to be interested in Khephren Thuram[/caption]