Liverpool and Manchester United go head-to-head in the Premier League this afternoon, but whilst the managers’ minds will be on the game, others around them could be checking out the opposition for a move in the January window.

The Reds, who sacked manager Brendan Rodgers last October, were led to two Cup finals by Klopp last season, both of which they lost, but finished a disappointing eighth in the Premier League.

However, Liverpool fans were optimistic that Klopp could take the club up a level this season, and their faith has been duly vindicated after the German’s side have rampaged their way into a title scrap in the second half of the season.

They go into today’s clash with a lot to do. With Red Devils boss Jose Mourinho having turned his side into a force to be reckoned with in recent weeks, and with the Reds reeling from a defeat to Southampton in the EFL Cup semi-final first leg.

With that in mind, Klopp may feel that he needs reinforcements to keep his side in the mix as the seasons runs on, and could use today’s encounter to cast his eye over a couple of Man United options.

Thus, here are TWO Manchester United players he could lure to Anfield in January…

Matteo Darmian

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Despite being Louis van Gaal’s first choice full-back last season, Matteo Darmian has struggled to break into Jose Mourinho’s starting eleven.

The 26-year-old has played a bit part role under the former Portugeuse this season.

There were reports before the window that he was set to leave Manchester in January, with Inter Milan showing an interest, but it could also be in Liverpool’s interest to try and bring the defender to Anfield.

The Reds themselves have had issues in the left-back area this season, with midfielder James Milner preferred to Alberto Moreno, and it could be an area Klopp is looking to strengthen in the window.

Thus, a move for United’s Darmian would make sense.

Memphis Depay

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The Dutch winger looks to be on his way out of Old Trafford this month.

Having moved from PSV Eindhoven with an incredible goal scoring record, the Netherlands international has struggled to impress in Manchester, especially since the arrival of Jose Mourinho.

Whilst many would argue that Liverpool are not short of attacking talent, Depay could well be a good investment for the seasons ahead, with European football looking likely to be back on the table, Jurgen Klopp will need quality options to rotate through busy schedules.