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Besiktas have been priced out of a move for Liverpool striker Christian Benteke.

The Turkish club’s president Fikret Orman has confirmed their interest in signing the Belgium international, who is surplus to requirements at Anfield.

However, Liverpool remain determined to recoup the £32.5million they paid Aston Villa for Benteke a year ago and Besiktas can’t afford the fee.

“Benteke is a great player but he has a very high market valuation,” Orman said.

“I want Benteke but Liverpool want a lot for him. It won’t be an easy transfer but we will see.”

The player’s agent Eris Kismet says a number of clubs have shown an interest in signing the big frontman but Liverpool haven’t received any offers since rejecting a £25million bid from Crystal Palace last month.

Benteke played no part in the Reds’ pre-season matches having fallen behind Daniel Sturridge, Danny Ings, Divock Origi and Roberto Firmino in the pecking order.

“We are waiting for any news but at this moment there is nothing concrete,” Kismet said.

“There are several teams interested in signing him so hopefully we can reach a resolution soon.”

Boss Jurgen Klopp made it clear recently that Benteke won’t be allowed to leave on the cheap.

“Christian already said it maybe makes sense for him to go to another club", he said. “If there are clubs that want a striker from us they have to make real offers.”

Meanwhile, former Liverpool Academy defender Ryan McLaughlin has joined Oldham Athletic on a one-year contract.

The Northern Ireland international was released by the Reds at the end of last season.