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Liverpool Transfer News: Reds Involved In A Tough Battle With Roma To Sign Ex-Arsenal Superstar

Liverpool has three of their defenders injured and are looking to add to the depth of the defensive section quickly. The Reds are believed to be interested in Thomas Vermaelen from FC Barcelona.

According to the reports, the player is also wanted by AS Roma and the Italian are ready to give stiff competition to the Reds. Vermaelen joined Barcelona but has been plagued by injury during his stint and has made only a handful of appearances for the Catalan side. Naturally, the La Liga champions are looking to offload Vermaelen and are willing to listen to offers.

Liverpool are looking add more depth to their defense and Roma are looking for some defensive solidarity as well. The player is keen for a move out of Barcelona and while he may return to England there is nothing confirmed yet. Liverpool have already signed several players but yet to add defenders to their rank other than Joel Matip.