Tottenham have opened talks with Liverpool over the signing of Scotland captain Andy Robertson.
Robertson has made 363 appearances for Liverpool since he joined from Hull in 2017 but has found his starting spot taken this season by summer recruit Milos Kerkez and has entered the final six months of his contract at Anfield.
Liverpool vice-captain Robertson revealed earlier this months talks were still taking place with the club over a new deal but Spurs have enter preliminary discussions with their Premier League rivals over securing the services of the 31-year-old.
Atletico Madrid attempted last summer to sign Robertson, who opted to stay at Anfield but could now swap Merseyside for London.
Tottenham have struggled under Thomas Frank in recent months and first-choice left-back Destiny Udogie has been hampered by injury problems, which would open the door for Robertson to take on a fresh challenge and earn more regular football.
Scottish full-back Andy Robertson could be on the move
Meanwhile Liverpool boss Arne Slot said he's not expecting any new arrivals before the transfer window closes, despite his squad appearing stretched in defence ahead of Saturday's Premier League trip to Bournemouth.
Slot acknowledged the realities of the January market but suggested Liverpool would stick with their existing group, even after seeing summer centre-back target Marc Guehi and reported forward target Antoine Semenyo move to Manchester City.
"I expect to stick with the squad we have," Slot said on Friday. "But if there is an opportunity, the club will always look at it."
Liverpool have endured a testing period at the back, with injuries and absences leaving Slot light on options, while the attacking unit has also been stretched in recent weeks following Alexander Isak's injury and Mohamed Salah's absence at the Africa Cup of Nations.
One boost ahead of the Bournemouth fixture is the availability of Salah, who returned in midweek and has an excellent record against the south-coast side with 12 goals in 12 games.
Slot said the forward was fit but would wait until after the final training session before finalising his starting lineup.
"Knowing Mo, he is ready to play," Slot said.
Liverpool also remain without defender Ibrahima Konate, who has been given time away following the death of his father.
"These are private matters that should stay between us," Slot said. "It's very obvious that the player needs time to be there for his family and also time for himself."
Despite the limited depth and the absence of January reinforcements, Slot said his players had responded well to the demands of the season so far.
He remained confident in the competitiveness of his squad as Liverpool attempt to maintain momentum in both domestic and European competitions amid a 13-game unbeaten run across all competitions.
"It's hard to predict the future," he said. "But we are a very competitive team against any team in the world."
**Additional reporting: Reuters**