Liverpool is interested in signing England midfielder Angel Gomes, according to a new report. Gomes, who came through the Manchester United academy, made his international debut during the recent international break, appearing in wins over Ireland and Finland.

Gomes left United as a free agent in 2020 after opting against signing a contract renewal at Old Trafford, and has established himself as a regular in midfield for French side Lille since departing Manchester.

Few expected Gomes to be called up to the England squad, but Lee Carsley's history with the 24-year-old - the pair won the 2023 Under-21 European Championship together - worked in his favour, with the former Everton player a big fan of the youngster's calmness and immaculate ball retention in midfield.

Football Insider reports that Liverpool scouts watched Gomes during England's win over Finland at Wembley last week.

Gomes' contract at Lille is due to expire at the end of this season, and he will be free to negotiate with clubs outside of France from January onwards. Borussia Dortmund is also said to be interested in the former United prospect.

Meanwhile, Caught Offside reports that Liverpool is said to be pondering a move for Sevilla's Loic Bade as the club considers possible replacements for Virgil van Dijk.

Van Dijk's contract is due to expire at the end of the season and, although both Liverpool and Van Dijk are keen on for an agreement over an extension to be reached, contingency plans must be put in place.

French center-back Bade, 24, reportedly has a $55million (£42m) release clause in his Sevilla contract, which is due to expire in 2029.