Liverpool are set to challenge Juventus for the summer signing of goalkeeper Neto from Fiorentina, according to the player's agent.

The Reds have been linked with the Brazilian stopper in the past but look finally set to make a firm offer, with boss Brendan Rodgers keen to give Simon Mignolet serious competition between the sticks.

According to Neto's agent, Liverpool have already approached the 25-year-old, but face strong competition from abroad.

"The only thing that is official is that Neto will not be staying in Florence," said Stefano Castagna.

"Since February 1, when it became possible to talk to other clubs, we've been evaluating offers that are interesting for the lad, in England, Germany and Spain in addition to Italy.

"One of those in England is Liverpool, and then there is a top Spanish club interested in him. Right now, the lad has to make a well pondered decision for his career.

"He's young and he's grown a great deal, but even when he was 18 he was one of the best in Brazil."

Source: Metro