Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez has revealed a host of clubs have expressed an interest in midfielder Lucas Leiva.
As revealed by skysports.com, Serie A side Palermo were one of several sides who made an enquiry for Lucas during the January transfer window.
Liverpool rejected all overtures for the 21-year-old, with Benitez tipping him for a big future at Anfield.
"We have received offers for Lucas," Benitez told the club's official website.
"Maybe 10 clubs in Spain and Italy want to take him.
"That is how good he is. I have faith in Lucas.
"He has a very good mentality and is a player of top quality.
"He will be a top player, that is certain.
"But he already is a top player, he was captain of Brazil Under 21s and has won two caps with the national team."
As revealed by skysports.com, Serie A side Palermo were one of several sides who made an enquiry for Lucas during the January transfer window.
Liverpool rejected all overtures for the 21-year-old, with Benitez tipping him for a big future at Anfield.
"We have received offers for Lucas," Benitez told the club's official website.
"Maybe 10 clubs in Spain and Italy want to take him.
"That is how good he is. I have faith in Lucas.
"He has a very good mentality and is a player of top quality.
"He will be a top player, that is certain.
"But he already is a top player, he was captain of Brazil Under 21s and has won two caps with the national team."
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