Liverpool are in talks with Derby County for midfielder Will Hughes.
Hughes, who is also being linked with Manchester United, is seen at Liverpool as Steven Gerrard's eventual successor.
The Sun says Liverpool are trying to tie up a deal for young Derby ace Hughes before the January transfer window even opens.
The Rams rate the England U21 midfielder in the £15 million class.
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