The agent of FC Basel midfielder Valentin Stocker has confirmed Liverpool's interest.

Liverpool boss Roy Hodgson is weighing up a January move for the versatile winger.

Stocker's agent, Marco Balmelli, told TMW: "Liverpool? Yes, with the English club I have had contact. How much? Five to six million euro.

"Valentin is good technically, can play multiple roles, both on the wing and the centre."

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