Overview

• Olympique Lyonnais have advanced discussions with Liverpool over the £15 million fee for Morton, who has one year remaining on his contract.
• Morton spent loan spells at Championship sides Blackburn Rovers and Hull City to gain experience but has struggled to secure a regular spot at Anfield.
• Liverpool have strengthened their midfield this summer with four new arrivals and seen four senior players depart, intensifying competition for places.
• Lyon view the 22-year-old England Under-21 international as a cost-effective option to bolster their squad ahead of the Europa League campaign.
• Liverpool must decide whether to accept the bid or hold out for a higher valuation as they balance player development goals with transfer market demands.