RUMOURS: Liverpool considering move for £50m striker Jiminez

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Raul Jimenez could be in his last days as a Benfica player. Goal

The 25-year-old forward has caught the Reds' attention having scored 20 goals in his 63 appearances for Benfica since his arrival in 2015.

Liverpool are considering a move for Benfica forward Raul Jimenez but will have to pay up to £50 million, according to Portuguese publication 'O Jogo'.

Jurgen Klopp is looking to strengthen his attacking options in the summer having spent large parts of the season without Daniel Sturridge and Danny Ings through injury.

Roberto Firmino has led the Reds line this term, scoring six goals and assisting three more, though is not considered an out-and-out striker.

Jiminez, a Mexico international, has scored 20 goals in 63 appearances for the Portuguese giants since his arrival in 2015.

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