Media watchSouthampton boss gives update after Liverpool handed Romeo Lavia transfer boost

The Reds view the 19-year-old as a long-term replacement for Fabinho, who ended his five-year stay at Anfield earlier this summer after completing a £40m move to Saudi Pro League champions Al-Ittihad.

As a result of the Brazilian's departure, Liverpool have upped their pursuit of the Belgium international but have seen three offers rejected so far, with the latest – in the region of £46m – being swiftly turned down on Monday afternoon.

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