Liverpool keen on Atletico Madrid star

Liverpool ready an offer for Atletico Madrid star Mario Mandzukic in a summer transfer deal, according to reports.

Mandzukic has impressed with his time at the La Liga side since his arrival at the end of last season, scoring himself 20 goals.

However it has been suggested that the 28-year-old has fallen out with Atletico boss Diego Simeone in recent weeks, and Liverpool look to snap up the forward.

Reports in Spain say Mandzukic is one of Brendan Rodgers’ favourite players and Liverpool expect to fund a deal by selling Mario Balotelli.

The player has also attracted attention from Premier League rivals Arsenal and is thought to be priced in the region of £26m.

Liverpool are currently fifth in the Barclays Premier League having accumulated 57 points, tied with Tottenham Hotspur in seventh.