Martin Montoya is on the cusp of signing for Liverpool (Picture: Getty)

Liverpool are closing in on the signing of Barcelona right-back Martin Montoya, according to reports.

The speculation linking the Spaniard to Liverpool has been ongoing as Brendan Rodgers desperately seeks to strengthen his defence, with Glen Johnson all but set to depart Anfield.

And 24-year-old Montoya has been ambling for a move away from the Nou Camp for a number of years, after seeing his first team opportunities limited behind first choice Dani Alves.

Liverpool are reported to have made a £7.2million bid for his services, and One World Sports says the deal is close to going through.


Many Barca fans are frustrated with this move, with Montoya rated highly.



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