Liverpool remain in the mix to land Schalke contract rebel Leon Goretzka.

The midfielder is running down his contract this season.

The Mirror says reports from Germany over the festive period suggested that a deal to take Goretzka to Bayern Munich at the end of the season was already done and dusted.

However, contact has been established between the Merseysiders and player's representatives, and Anfield parties have been assured that all hope is not yet lost.

It is understood the growing emergence of Liverpool together with boss Jurgen Klopp's presence has got Goretzka interested.

Goretzka's arrival would offset the pending exit of Emre Can to Juventus.