Euro giants involved in talks with ‘exceptional’ Liverpool star for surprise move

RB Leipzig are actively exploring a summer swoop for Liverpool midfielder Harvey Elliott, as the Bundesliga side line up potential alternatives to Chelsea-bound Xavi Simons.

According to journalist Ben Jacobs, Leipzig have opened preliminary talks with Elliott’s camp, identifying the English midfielder as a player who could  fit into their attacking system.

Leipzig had originally hoped to retain Simons for another season after his impressive campaign.

However, with Chelsea now leading the race for the Dutchman’s signature...