Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp wanted to sign another winger ahead of Mohamed Salah last year, it has been revealed.
The Times says Klopp originally wanted to sign Bayer Leverkusen youngster Julian Brandt ahead of Salah.
Liverpool completed the signing of Salah last summer for around £36million from Serie A giants Roma.
In his debut term he went on to score 44 goals in 52 appearances - and won a Puskas Award for his splendid effort against Everton.
However, it has since been reported that Salah was not even Klopp's preferred choice of target.
Klopp was very keen on Bayer Leverkusen youngster Brandt. The Germany star has impressed over the past couple of seasons and has attracted the attention of several top European clubs.