Everton and Liverpool transfer rumours: Blues learn Sean Longstaff price, three club eye Reds’ Divock Origi

The second weekend of the Premier League season is almost upon us with Everton and Liverpool back in action on Saturday.

The Blues travel to Leeds United after a fine 3-1 opening-day weekend defeat of Southampton.

Jurgen Klopp’s side also couldn’t have asked for a better start as they eased to a 3-0 win at Norwich before welcoming Burnley to Anfield.

Ahead of the two Merseyside clubs’ fixtures, we take a look at the latest transfer news and gossip.

Everton learn Longstaff price

Everton will have to pay £10 million for Newcastle midfielder Sean Longstaff.

The 23-year-old was handed his Magpies breakthrough under Rafa Benitez but has struggled for regular game-time since Steve Bruce took charge.

Longstaff is into the final year of his St James' Park contract and Newcastle could look to cash in on him rather than losing him for free next summer.

The former Blackpool loanee has been tipped to reunite with Benitez at Goodison Park, while Southampton are also interested. (Mail Online).

Rivals monitor Origi

Liverpool striker Divock Origi is attracting interest from three Premier League clubs.

The 26-year-old is out of favour at Anfield and was left on the bench in the victory against Norwich.

Having made only nine Premier League appearances last season, Origi would likely be given the green light to depart should a suitable offer be tabled.

Crystal Palace, West Ham and Wolves are all monitoring the Belgium international's situation. (The Telegraph).

Keeper heading towards Lisbon loan

Everton are aiming to tie up a deal to send goalkeeper Joao Virginia on loan to Sporting Lisbon.

The 21-year-old moved to Goodison Park from Arsenal in 2018. He's made three appearances to date, including a Premier League debut against Burnley last season.

But with Virginia behind Jordan Pickford and summer arrival Asmir Begovic in the pecking order, the Blues are happy for the Portugal under-21 international to join Sporting where he’ll garner experience. (The Athletic)

Shaq price still not agreed

Liverpool continues to wrangle with Lyon over a price for Xherdan Shaqiri.

The Switzerland international has agreed personal terms with Ligue 1 outfit as he bids for regular football away from Anfield.

However, a fee between the two clubs is still being negotiated.

The Reds want £12.75 million for Shaqiri as they look to raise funds to bring in fresh faces. (Fabrizio Romano)

Teenager attracting interest after snubbing Blues

Thierry Small is in talks with Southampton after turning down a new deal at Everton.

The left-back became the youngest player in the club’s history 16 years and 176 days when coming off the bench in a 3-0 FA Cup win over Sheffield Wednesday in January.

After snubbing fresh terms at Goodison, Small has been told by the Premier League he is now free to discuss contracts with other suitors.

The St Mary's outfit have made the first move for Small, although Manchester United and Aston Villa have also been linked.

Everton will net a training compensation fee for the teenager, which could be in the region of £5 million. (Football Insider)

Woodburn’s move to Hearts a ‘massive coup’

Ben Woodburn's prospective loan move from Liverpool to Hearts has been hailed as a “massive coup" by former Celtic striker John Hartson.

The 21-year-old is on the verge of joining the Scottish Premiership side until January, with Hearts having the option to extend the deal for the rest of the season.

Woodburn has had difficult spells away from Anfield at Sheffield United, Oxford and Blackpool in the past three campaigns.

But Hartson has watched the youngster at close quarters for Wales and is convinced he can thrive at Tynecastle.

He said: “I’m not sure how he’s progressed over the last year or two but he’s still very, very young and if Hearts were to get him I think they’ll be getting a very exciting prospect.

"It’d be a massive coup if Hearts could get him. Massive." (Daily Record).