Liverpool is facing a battle with Serie A club Lazio for the signature of Lyon star Miralem Pjanic.
TalkSPORT have claimed Anfield boss Kenny Dalglish made an approach to Lyon earlier this month regarding the availability of Pjanic but so far little progress has been made.
Dalglish is still thought to be interested in the 21-year-old Bosnia & Herzegovina international but he will now have to move quickly with Lazio now registering their interest.
Tottenham were also reported to be interested in Pjanic and they reportedly viewed him as the ideal replacement for wantaway star Luka Modric.
However, the Croatian midfielder is expected to remain at White Hart Lane for at least another season which means Spurs' interest in Pjanic has been shelved.
Lyon have slapped a £12m asking price on their star midfielder while Liverpool will currently not budge on their £10m valuation.
Lazio are also believed to value Pjanic at £10m and although Lyon are refusing to budge on their price, the option of a cash-plus-player deal could suit the French club.
However, Lyon are in no rush to sell as Pjanic is contracted to the club until 2013, putting them in a strong position when negotiating a transfer fee.
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