Liverpool in negotiations with Stoke for Shaqiri

Liverpool have been linked with Shaqiri for weeks now, as they attempt to grab a bargain from relegated side Stoke, but it now appears that the move is drawing closer to reality.

Shaqiri is eager to leave the club, not wanting to play Championship football, and reportedly has a relegation release clause in his contract of £13.5m. 

Jurgen Klopp's side have now entered negotiations to sign the Swiss international, as reported by 'Sky Sports', meaning the deal could be wrapped up in the coming days.

The winger, who played at Inter Milan and Bayern Munich before joining Stoke, scored seven goals for the club last season.