Napoli chiefs have made Liverpool midfielder Lucas Leiva their top summer target.
Aware that Lucas is now inside the final 18 months of his present deal, Napoli president Aurelio de Laurentiis and sports director Riccardo Bigon are determined to test Liverpool's resolve for the Brazil international.
Naples media sources claim personal terms have already been struck with Lucas' minders.
However, Kenny Dalglish could prove the stumbling block, as the Reds manager has been impressed by Lucas' form since his appointment as manager.
The Azzurri can offer Lucas a return to Champions League football next season.
