Liverpool have made contact with Bayern Munich over a deal to sign Thiago Alcantara.

The latest development signals the first move of real intent from the Premier League champions towards signing the Spain international.

Thiago is available for a cut-price fee as he nears the end of his contract, and has made no secret of his desire for a new challenge.

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