Newcastle have not received any bids for either Moussa Sissoko or Georginio Wijnaldum, according to Sky Sports.
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Klopp turned his attention away from Zielinski on Saturday, with the Poland worldwide poised to join AC Milan instead, and his focus has now move to Wijnaldum.
Sources say Pardew is “very interested” in Sissoko, 26, who is eager to leave Newcastle following relegation, says the Sunday Mirror.
Liverpool and Newcastle are still in the price negotiation phase, but it is understood it would take between £15-20m to land the Dutch global.
The 25-year-old’s attack-mindedness appeals to Klopp, as does his versatility.
Another of those goals came against Liverpool back in a 2-0 win at St James’ Park in December, with Wijnaldum also having netted against Chelsea, Manchester United and Tottenham throughout the course of the campaign.
The report claims that Newcastle value the Holland worldwide at £27 million, yet Liverpool are confident of a deal and are hopeful of getting him for cheaper as negotiations continue.
Benitez has sent a strong message to the pair, who will both play Champions League football next season, that neither player will be allowed to leave.
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If he accepts a likely squad role under Klopp on Merseyside, Wijnaldum would prove an excellent signing.
