Liverpool News And Rumour Roundup: Reds Defender Targeted By Juventus, Mario Balotelli Dishes Out Advice And Striker Determined To Prove His Worth

Reds knocked back in their attempts to sign Lazio’s Antonio Candreva

A trio of Premier League sides have shown interest in the winger in recent times with the Merseysiders joined by Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur.

Yet the Daily Express reports Candreva is now set to sign a new contract at the Stadio Olimpico and end any rumours linking him with England.

Lazio president Claudio Lotito is set to almost double the Italy international’s current wages and offer him the club captaincy as well.