LIVERPOOL are ready to steal Alexandre Lacazette from Arsenal and meet the Lyon star’s agent next week, according to reports.
Lacazette wanted a move to La Liga giants Atletico Madrid but was halted after their transfer ban was upheld.
Alexandre Lacazette’s agent will meet with Liverpool next week, according to reportsGetty Images
The Gunners were then seen as the frontrunners in the race for the Frenchman’s signature.
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But the Express are reporting that Jurgen Klopp wants to sign a big name striker and sees Lacazette as the perfect man.
Lacazette netted 34 goals in all competitions this season and has numerous admirers around Europe.
Lyon are not yet resigned to letting him leave but the striker has admitted he dreams of playing in the Champions League.
Alexandre Lacazette wanted to move to join Antoine Griezmann at Atletico MadridGetty Images
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That could also help Liverpool gain the advantage of Arsenal if they are to battle it out for his signature.
Lyon chairman Jean-Michel Aulas recently suggested the club will meet with Lacazette after he returns from international duty with France.
Aulas said: "We will have to meet with Alex again.
Alexandre Lacazette is wanted by both Arsenal and LiverpoolGetty Images
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Alexandre Lacazette will discuss his future with Lyon at the end of the monthGetty Images
“We will have to see what will happen in the future, but today the decision to let Alexandre go is now under scrutiny.
“I would prefer that he stays. In the context of our competitiveness and our desire to build a truly great team for next season.
"Lyon has a lot of very good players and if Alexandre does not leave it will be another player in very similar conditions."
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