Saturday's Liverpool transfer talk news roundup: Takumi Minamino, Jadon Sancho, Simon Hughes

The transfer window may be closed, but rumours and speculation continue to swirl as Liverpool eye possible January reinforcements.

Jurgen Klopp's title contenders were not particularly busy during the summer and are unlikely to make any major moves in January either, but that has not stopped the rumour mill from linking them with additions.

Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest news on possible comings and goings from Anfield.

Saturday morning's headlines:

James Milner signs Liverpool contract extension The versatile player is understood to have committed to the Reds until 2022. Read more.

Ralf Rangnick backs Takumi Minamino to succeed at Liverpool Red Bull Salzburg playmaker Takumi Minamino is the perfect fit for Liverpool, according to Red Bull's head of sport and development Ralf Rangnick. Read more.

Borussia Dortmund 'in pole position to sign Erling Braut Haaland' Borussia Dortmund reportedly hold talks with Red Bull Salzburg regarding a potential deal for striker Erling Braut Haaland. Read more.

Liverpool on verge of completing £7.25m deal for Takumi Minamino The Reds have been keeping tabs on the Japan international since 2013. Read more.

Liverpool 'leading Chelsea, Manchester United in race for Jadon Sancho' Liverpool are allegedly regarded as the frontrunners to sign Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho, who is also attracting interest from Chelsea and Manchester United. Read more.