Liverpool are reportedly showing significant interest in FC Porto midfielder Ruben Neves.

The Mirror is reporting new Reds boss Jurgen Klopp sent scouts to watch Neves in action for Portugal's U-21 side against Hungary on Friday.

The 18-year-old has made 27 first team appearances for Porto and was recommended to Klopp by Liverpool development coach Pep Lijnders, who formerly in the head of development at the Portugese outfit.

Klopp has indicated he is only looking to make a couple of additions to his squad during the January transfer window, with left back and defensive midfield his top priorities.