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Liverpool could be set to do battle with Juventus for the services of Bayern Munich star Mario Gotze.

The World Cup winner played under Jurgen Klopp at Borussia Dortmund, and continues to be linked with a move to Anfield.

However, reports in Italy say Juventus have now joined the race for Gotze's signature, with the player reportedly willing to leave Bavaria after falling down the pecking order.

According to Calciomercato, the Bianconeri are confident the lure of Champions League football will see the 23-year-old opt for Turin over Merseyside.

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