Liverpool join race to sign Super Eagles winger

Simon has also been linked with a move to several Premier League clubs, Newcastle United and Brighton & Hove Albion were reported to be in the forefront for his signature.

At just 22-years, Simon has been in fine form and despite a recent injury, he has recovered to put in impressive performances for Gent in Belgium.

According to a report by the Liverpool are now ready to do battle with their Premier League rivals to sign Simon

Liverpool are said to be considering a move for Nigerian star Moses Simon who could make Gernot Rohr’s final list for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia.

With the departure of Brazilian playmaker Phillipe Coutinho to Barcelona in the winter transfer window, Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp is yet to bring in attacking players into his team and is reportedly looking towards Simon as a possible reinforcement.

Liverpool are reportedly interested in Simon for his development and his young age.

The report states that Liverpool are willing to rival Newcastle and Brighton with a fee in the region of around £13million.

Simon and his Gent teammates are expected to return to action in the Belgium league when they take on Club Brugge in a league fixture on Sunday, April 8.