Liverpool to battle Napoli for Yann M'Vila?

Liverpool are reportedly preparing to battle it out with Napoli to take Rubin Kazan midfielder Yann M'Vila on loan.

The Reds are said to be interested in making a move for the Frenchman, but they face stern competition from the Serie A outfit, according to Sky Sport Italia.

Rafael Benitez's side are thought to be readying a loan offer with a view to a €10m (£8.2m) permanent deal at the end of the season.

However, Rubin are believed to be looking for closer to €15m (£12m), and the Reds feel that they can engineer a short-term deal for the defensive midfielder.