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Atalanta goalkeeper Marco Sportiello flattered by Liverpool rumours

Marco Sportiello: Linked with Liverpool move
Image: Marco Sportiello: Has been linked with a move to Liverpool

Atalanta goalkeeper Marco Sportiello admits he is flattered to be linked with Liverpool as speculation mounts over his future.

The 22-year-old has attracted attention from a number of European clubs after putting in some impressive performances for the Serie A side this season.

Reports in Italy claim Liverpool are monitoring Sportiello, who had his contract extended until 2019 earlier this year and is also a reported target of both Milan clubs.

"Liverpool are definitely a great club," Sportiello told Italian newspaper L'Eco di Bergamo. "We are talking about one of the top clubs in the world.

"However, I am happy to be here. This is my first year as a starter and I recently signed a new contract with Atalanta.

"My life has changed in a few months."

Liverpool are looking to sign a goalkeeper this summer with club manager Brendan Rodgers reportedly keen to increase competition for Simon Mignolet.

A youth product of Atalanta, Sportiello became the club's first-choice goalkeeper this season, pulling off 95 saves and keeping seven clean sheets in 26 league starts to ensure the Bergamo outfit remain above the drop zone.

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