Liverpool are ready to move for AS Roma defender Philippe Mexes.
Mexes accepts his time at Roma is coming to an end and he has been linked with Chelsea.
However, Rome sources say Liverpool boss Roy Hodgson has recommended Mexes to his new board. More developments are expected in the coming weeks.
Hodgson is expected to buy French talent in January, having made personal checks on several Les Blues prospects.
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