Real Madrid are refusing to meet Borussia Dortmund's €150m valuation for Jude Bellingham.
The England star is widely expected to leave the German side this summer, with interest being shown from elite clubs such as Real, Manchester City, Liverpool, Manchester United and Chelsea among others.
Los Blancos have pinned Bellingham at the top of their summer wish list as they continue to rebuild their midfield with top young talent.
Sport says although the 19-year-old midfielder is the club's top target, they are not prepared to meet the valuation.
That could open the door for numerous clubs to snap up his signature, including Liverpool, who are keen to bolster their midfield after a miserable start to the new season.
Therefore the likes of Jurgen Klopp's Reds, City, United and Chelsea will see Real's current stance as a boost in their bid to tempt Bellingham back home this summer.