Liverpool to rival Arsenal for Sheffield United midfielder Sander Berge?

Liverpool have reportedly retained an interest in signing Sheffield United midfielder Sander Berge this summer.

The Norway international has just endured an injury-hit campaign as the Blades were relegated from the Premier League.

Nevertheless, with a £35m release clause said to be present in his contract, the 23-year-old remains one of the club's most prized assets.

According to the Sheffield Star, Liverpool are one of a number of clubs who continue to monitor the situation in the hope of a deal being agreed for a lower fee.

A previous report has claimed that Arsenal have already failed with a £17.2m bid for the midfielder, who still has three years left on his contract.

At a time when Sheffield United are said to be open to a sale, Berge allegedly has little desire to play in the Championship.