Liverpool reportedly received a £23m offer from Paris Saint-Germain for star player Philippe Coutinho last week, but swiftly rejected the derisory offer, according to Spanish publication Marca.
But the French champions are expected to be joined by La Liga champions Barcelona in the race for the Brazillian's signature, despite Liverpool's reluctance to sell their most prized asset.
The 23-year-old has been in great form for the Reds this season and achieved career-best numbers under Brendan Rodgers and Jurgen Klopp with a total of 12 goals and 7 assists.
PSG have been aware of the Brazilian's progress this season and with five Brazil internationals already in their squad, they reportedly launched a £23m bid to make Coutinho their sixth.
Liverpool officials reportedly laughed off the bid for arguably their best player this season especially after the former Inter star signed a new long-term deal just last year.
But it is expected that the Ligue champions will return with an improved offer but to both the detriment of them and Liverpool, reports are suggesting European giants Barcelona are interested in bringing the Brazilian to the Nou Camp.
Coutinho has in the past spoken of his desire to play in the Champions League, something that both PSG and Barcelona can offer, while his Brazil international team-mate and Barcelona superstar Neymar revealed the Liverpool play-maker has all the attributes to succeed at the Nou Camp.
"I can envision myself alongside Coutinho because he is a great player and his style suits Barcelona," he said back in 2015.
It remains to be seen what could tempt Liverpool into selling, but reports in the past have suggested the "?Reds will be unwilling to entertain any offers with Manchester City receiving short shrift after enquiring about the Brazilian's availability.