Reds splash out on German star Can

Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers has added a second signing to his summer strengthening programme with the arrival of midfielder Emre Can, but the Antrim man is not yet halfway through his list of targets.

The German U21 international, whose arrival will not be confirmed until July 1, joined from Bayer Leverkusen after the Reds triggered a €12 million release clause.

Can follows Southampton striker Rickie Lambert, who joined on Monday, and further arrivals are expected.