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By Simon Jones Published: 03: 01 AEST, 29 August 2024 | Updated: 05: 18 AEST, 29 August 2024 12 View comments Barcelona are interested in signing a Liverpool midfielder on loan before the transfer window slams shut. The Spaniard had appeared set to join RB Salzburg on loan but could now head to Barcelona instead, after Hansi Flick's side showed an interest in bringing the player to La Liga. Salzburg are managed by former Liverpool assistant boss Pep Lijnders, who rates the player highly having naturally worked closely with them. Barcelona boss Flick is eager to add to his midfield options before the closure of the transfer window. The player is in need of game time, which could lead to him departing Anfield on a temporary basis. Hansi Flick is eager to bring a Liverpool star to Barcelona in order to add to his midfield options RB Salzburg, managed by ex-Liverpool assistant Pep Lijnders, had been set to sign the player on loan Barcelona are looking to sign Stefan Bajcetic on loan from Liverpool. Bajcetic, who has made 22 senior appearances for Liverpool, struggled with injury last season. He did however make a breakthrough on the international stage after he made his debut for Spain Under-21s last year. The prospect has been at Liverpool since 2020, when he joined from Celta Vigo's academy. Salzburg have already signed Bobby Clark from Liverpool but they may miss out on a deal for Bajcetic, now that Barca have shown their interest. Barcelona are interested in signing midfielder Stefan Bajcetic on loan from Liverpool Meanwhile, Bayer Leverkusen want Tyler Morton on loan though Liverpool would have preferred a sale and value him at around £20m. Ben Doak could leave Liverpool on a permanent basis, with Leicester and Southampton interested in signing him. Published by Associated Newspapers Ltd Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group