Liverpool Transfer Rumors: Latest Gossip on Reds' Transfer Season

New Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers is already looking in the transfer market for players that can help the Merseyside club return to prominence in the Premier League.

Despite their struggles in recent seasons, Liverpool remains one of the top places for players to enjoy very successful footballing careers.

Let's look at the latest gossip and transfer news surrounding Anfield.

Help from Italy?

According to BBC Sport, Liverpool has interest in Italian forward Fabio Borini.

Here is part of the BBC report:

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"Talks between the parties are ongoing and although the deal has yet to be agreed, the potential fee is likely to be an initial £8m, rising to £11m.

On Monday Rodgers had stated that he was close to making an 'exciting' signing."

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This would be a fantastic transfer for Rodgers because Borini is the goalscoring forward that Liverpool desperately need.

Shelvey Locked Up Long-Term

Liverpool midfielder Jonjo Shelvey has pledged his future to the Reds by signing a new contract, according to Sky Sports.

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Jonjo Shelvey has signed a new long-term deal with Liverpool #ssn

— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) July 10, 2012"

Shelvey is a talented player who made great strides this past season, and will certainly be an important player in the club's future.

However, if he does not have a place on the squad this season, he must be loaned out so he can receive first-team playing time.

Liverpool Have Interest in Clint Dempsey

According to the Daily Mirror, midfielder Clint Dempsey is being targeted by the Reds.

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"Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers is ready to bid £7.5 million for Fulham's American star Clint Dempsey in his first major transfer raid."

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Dempsey would give Liverpool the veteran, world-class midfielder they need to see immediate improvement next season. Dempsey would have little trouble fitting in at Anfield, and would also be a smart signing by Rodgers.

Daniel Sturridge's Future Uncertain

Liverpool would be smart to sign young English striker Daniel Sturridge, and must be aggressive in their pursuit of a goal-scoring forward.

Here is the latest from Goal.com:

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"Liverpool are leading the race for Daniel Sturridge and are preparing a £10 million bid for the Chelsea forward."

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The Chelsea forward would be a great fit at Anfield. Sturridge and Reds midfielder Steven Gerrard could be a fantastic duo for Liverpool next season.

Could Andy Carroll Be Loaned?

Allowing Andy Carroll to leave the club on loan for all or part of next season would be a disastrous move for Liverpool.

According to Soccernet, AC Milan are interested in the England striker.

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"On Monday, reports linked Carroll with AC Milan - but only on a loan basis - after Milan owner Silvio Berlusconi's son, Pier Silvio, was impressed by the 23-year-old's contribution to England's cause during Euro 2012."

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Carroll was really starting to improve and look comfortable on the pitch for the Reds toward the end of last season. Liverpool should build on that success when the new season begins.