Liverpool are closing in on the signing of West Brom striker Saido Berahino, according to reports.

Berahino is still believed to be unsettled at the Hawthorns having tried to a force a move away from the club in the summer.

And according to Fichajes – via the Liverpool Echo – Liverpool are closing in on a surprise move for the striker.

The 22-year-old was understood to be close to Tottenham in the summer, but it now appears that the Reds have stolen a march on their Premier League rivals.

Source: Metro

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