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Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers is hoping to pip the likes of Manchester United and Paris Saint Germain in the race to sign Barcelona defender Dani Alves.
The Brazilian full-back will see his current deal with Barca come to an end on June 30, prompting speculation that he could be in line for a move to either Man United or PSG, who have both shown increased interest in his services.
Liverpool are growing extremely keen and have also submitted interest as boss Rodgers looks to improve his defensive options.
Barca have thus far failed to offer the former Sevilla man a new deal, causing frustrations amongst fans, close friend and team-mate Leo Messi and Alves, himself.
His former wife and agent, Dinorah Santana spoke last week in an attempt to put pressure on the Catalan club, claiming that Alves was close to agreeing terms with a new club.
However, we understand that Alves will now wait until after the Catalan club have offered him a new deal before making a decision on his future.
Alves joined Barcelona from Sevilla in the summer of 2008 and has played an important part in their recent successes.
