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Liverpool and Newcastle 'are battling for Torino's £16million-rated centre back Perr Schuurs - with duo hoping the lure of playing with Netherlands team-mates Virgil van Dijk and Sven Botman will persuade him to move to England'

Liverpool and Newcastle United are reportedly battling for Torino's £16million-rated centre back Perr Schuurs.

The Dutch defender has been likened to Liverpool's own Virgil van Dijk because of his commanding performances.

The 23-year-old only moved to Torino from Ajax last year and has been outstanding in his first season in Serie A.

At either Liverpool or Newcastle, Schuurs could partner a Dutch compatriot - van Dijk or Sven Botman.

The Reds are said to be ready to present an offer to Schuurs, but face 'insistent pressure' from the Magpies, according to Calciomercato.