Named: The SIX centre-backs on Liverpool's transfer shortlist | OneFootball

Zeze, Mosquera and Ordonez named as Liverpool targets

First is Nathan Zeze, the 19-year-old Nantes central defender who plays for France under-21s. It’s not the first time the Reds have been linked with Zeze, who is tied to his hometown club until 2028.

Next the report names Cristhian Mosquera - the Valencia stopper who features for Spain under-21s. The 21-year-old is a Valencia homegrown talent but has only got a contract with Los Che until 2026.

Then there’s Joel Ordonez. The Ecuadorian has been a revelation since moving to European football with Club Brugge. The 21-year-old already has got 82 matches under his belt for the Belgians and was a mainstay in their Champions League fixtures last season.

Colwill back on the Liverpool shortlist

Other contenders named in the report include Ousmane Diomande, the Sporting CP defender who is set to command a big fee if he moves this summer.

The club also admire Jorrel Hato, according to the report, and that tallies with a report last week from Duncan Castles on The Transfers Podcast.

However, the latest suggestions appear to indicate Arsenal have stolen a march on the Reds for the 19-year-old Dutchman.

Rounding off the report is a mention of Levi Colwill. It’s no secret that Chelsea are seeking centre-backs this summer. Although the 22-year-old played plenty last season for Enzo Maresca, he could be squeezed out this summer.

Liverpool have been linked with Colwill in the past, who can play either left-back or centre-back.