Liverpool could meet the £88 million release clause for the 19-year-old midfielder.

Liverpool are reportedly interested in signing Benfica midfielder Antonio Silva at the end of the season

According to Calciomercatoweb, Jurgen Klopp wants the Premier League club to sign the 19-year-old central defender in the summer, and Liverpool could pay his €100 million (£88 million) release clause.

Silva has emerged as a key player for Benfica, and he is widely regarded as one of Europe’s most talented young defenders.

Liverpool could use some central defensive reinforcements this summer, and the Portuguese defender could be a good long-term acquisition.

Joel Matip and Joe Gomez, for example, have regressed significantly and have been prone to injury.

Ibrahima Konate and Virgil van Dijk are the club’s only reliable central defenders right now, and Klopp must look to add depth to that position.

Silva could be an excellent long-term signing for Liverpool, but it remains to be seen whether they are willing to pay his release clause.

Liverpool are also in need of reinforcements in other areas of their squad, and they have been linked with Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jude Bellingham, who is expected to command a club-record fee.

It would be surprising if the Reds decided to spend another €100 million on a defender, especially without a significant sale.

Meanwhile, a move to Liverpool would be a significant step forward in the young defender’s career, and a world-class coach like Klopp could help him improve and reach his full potential.