Liverpool midfielder Kevin Stewart could become one of the first summer signings of Premier League newcomers Brighton & Hove Albion.

Chris Hughton, the Brighton manager, is interested in the 23-year-old but the Merseyside club has put a value of £10 million on the player.

Several championship sides have expressed an interest in Stewart, who has featured regularly under Jürgen Klopp and recently signed a new deal at Anfield.

Although he is currently injured, Klopp is in no particular rush to sell the player unless a significant offer is table, or if Stewart himself seeks a new challenge where he can be assured a more regular starting place.

Klopp will want a significantly larger squad next season given Liverpool’s European demands – they will expect to at least be in the Europa League should they drop out of the top four – but more competition in midfield is a priority.