But Inter Milan have told Liverpool to stump up a whopping £28m for the striker if they are to acquire his services for the upcoming season.
Following the departure of Luis Suarez to Barcelona, Brendan Rodgers has a void to fill in his squad, and despite bringing in Southampton’s Rickie Lambert at the beginning of the transfer window, Rodgers still feels that the services of Icardi would complete his new-look Liverpool side.
The youngster had already received interest from the Premier League earlier this summer, with the likes of Manchester City and Chelsea keeping their eyes locked on the forward.
Reports suggest that the Reds were planning at £16m bid for Icardi, but they will have to meet Inter’s asking price if they are to land the 21 year old.
Icardi caught the attention of Inter after an impressive 2012/13 campaign at Sampdoria where he netted 11 times in 33 games.
Following the failed attempt to sign Loic Remy from Premier League new boys QPR, Liverpool are looking to snap up a deal quickly for a new striker in time for the beginning of the 2014/15 season which kicks off in 10 days time.
