Napoli defender Nikola Maksimovic is interesting Liverpool.

Sky Italia reports Liverpool are interested in signing Napoli defender Maksimovic this month.

Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has stated the Reds had been to watch the player, but were yet to make a move.

Maksimovic, 29, is not considered first choice for the Serie A club but has enjoyed a run in the side of late due to an injury to Kalidou Koulibaly.

Liverpool are weighing up adding a defender this month amid an injury crisis.