Liverpool are chasing Borussia Dortmund attacker Nuri Sahin.

The exciting Turkey international has been a long-term target for Europe's biggest clubs, including Bayern Munich and Barcelona.

However, German sources say Reds boss Roy Hodgson, armed with the funds from new owners NESV, is ready to bring Sahin to Anfield as early as January.

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