Southampton captain Adam Lallana is determined to join Liverpool this summer.
The Daily Express says Brendan Rodgers has made the England man his top midfield target but has other options should Saints hold firm.
The Reds have seen two offers for Lallana rejected, but are preparing a third bid for after the World Cup in Brazil ends.
And according to reports, Lallana is desperate to complete his move to Anfield.
Liverpool's latest offer was £25million but Southampton are holding out for £30m.
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