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Liverpool ahead of Villa for Lazio defender Diakite

Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers is keen on Lazio defender Modibo Diakite.

The Mirror says Diakite has turned down a final offer of a new contract - in the hope Liverpool will come in for him.

Aston Villa are also watching developments, and it is believed Rodgers has sounded out Diakite's agents.

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