The agent of FC Copenhagen fullback Ludwig Augustinsson has confirmed the interest of Liverpool.

The Sweden U21 international has emerged as a surprise target for Reds boss Brendan Rodgers.

"Liverpool are following him and like him.

"They have not initiated any negotiations. So I do not know if they will try. But I can not say that they will not make an offer.

"They do like him," said agent Per Jonsson to Expressen.