Liverpool are closing in on the signing of Southampton star Romeo Lavia.

The young midfielder is a hot prospect and is wanted by the biggest clubs in England.

Arsenal, Manchester United, Chelsea, and the Reds have all been linked to his signature this summer.

Per Fabrizio Romano, Liverpool are moving ahead in the race and hope to secure the signing in the coming weeks.

He stated on his YouTube channel that Liverpool are working hard to get a deal done.

Direct talks are taking place with both the player's representatives and Southampton.