Liverpool and Manchester United may be about to contest the biggest Premier League game of the weekend, but the two rivals are also in competition in the transfer market, with these big names all being linked with both sides…
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1) Karim Bellarabi (Bayer Leverkusen)
A player in fine form right now, Bayer Leverkusen winger Karim Bellarabi is firmly in both clubs’ sights this summer, and has also attracted interest from Arsenal after some exciting individual displays in the Bundesliga.
2) Memphis Depay (PSV)
With attacking midfielders clearly on the agenda for both Liverpool and United, Memphis Depay of PSV has been strongly linked with both clubs after some eye-catching performances that have seen him called the ‘Dutch Cristiano Ronaldo’.
3) Luciano Vietto (Villarreal)
A young striker in fine form in La Liga this season, Villarreal starlet Luciano Vietto has also been linked with both Liverpool and United, who could do with additions in attack.
4) Mauro Icardi (Inter Milan)
Mario Balotelli and Radamel Falcao both proved hugely disappointing buys, so it’s no surprise both clubs are chasing in-form Inter Milan striker Mauro Icardi.
5) Karim Benzema (Real Madrid)
A world class player who could be let go by Real Madrid this summer, both Liverpool and United have been put on alert for French forward Karim Benzema to solve their issues upfront.
6) Morgan Schneiderlin (Southampton)
Although Arsenal may be favourites to sign Morgan Schneiderlin, United and Liverpool are also big fans of the Southampton star as they seek to bolster their central midfield options.
7) Miralem Pjanic (AS Roma)
A world class playmaker, AS Roma star Miralem Pjanic is a big name who could be heading to either Anfield or Old Trafford this summer.
8) Roberto Firmino (Hoffenheim)
A young Brazilian talent lighting up the Bundesliga with Hoffenheim at the moment, Roberto Firmino is a top target for both Liverpool and United this summer.
9) Pedro (Barcelona)
A big name struggling for playing time at Barcelona, Pedro could have offers from Manchester and Merseyside in the next transfer window.
10) Radja Nainggolan (AS Roma)
Another AS Roma midfielder, Radja Nainggolan has been in fine form this season and could be a great addition for either club this summer.