Liverpool have discussed a move for Swedish U21 international Ludwig Augustinsson. The 21-year-old is the player who branded Gareth Southgate's U21 squad as 'overrated'. Liverpool want back-up for Alberto Moreno with Jose Enrique likely to depart this summer and Augustinsson, who joined Copenhagen in January, would cost around £2million. Sampdoria coach Walter Zenga, meanwhile, has ruled out a move for Liverpool striker Mario Balotelli although Trabzonspor have expressed interest. Liverpool defender Sebastian Coates is finalising his move to Sunderland for a cut-price £2million. Porto are leading the chase for Southampton target Giannelli Imbula. The Marseille midfielder has offers from Southampton and Inter Milan but Porto have offered £20million to Marseille and a five year contract to the player.Swedish U21 star branded England U21 squad as 'overrated'Augustinsson, who joined Copenhagen in January, would cost around £2mEverton insists United target Seamus Coleman is not for salePorto ahead of Southampton in lead for Marseille star Giannelli ImbulaWest Ham considering bids for Fabio Borini, Loic Remy and Charlie AustinStevan Jovetic and Edin Dzeko could be on way out of Manchester CityCLICK HERE for all the latest Premier League transfer news
West Ham do have an interest in Liverpool striker _ but he is not their prime target.