Liverpool are preparing a January move Brazilian youngster Nilton.

The Vasco da Gama midfielder is attracting plenty of interest from Reds boss Rafael Benitez and it looks certain that the Spanish tactician will make a move in the next transfer window.

22-year old Nilton has been capped at U20 level for Brazil and with his contract expiring in January, it could be the perfect time to leave Vasco who have fallen to Brazil's Second Division.