Liverpool target Andrea Ranocchia has yet to hand in a transfer request at Inter Milan, according to manager Roberto Mancini.

The former Inter skipper has struggled to force his way into Mancini's plans this season, making just 10 Serie A appearances.

Liverpool are are on the lookout for a defender and have been heavily linked with the 27-year-old since Jurgen Klopp took over in October.

The Reds have apparently made contact with Inter over Ranocchia's availability but Mancini insists there has been no hints from the player that he is angling for a move.

"No player has come to me and asked for a transfer, including Ranocchia," he told Sky Italia.

Source: talkSPORT

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