Exclusive: Liverpool target set for Manchester United medical in 'the next weeks'

Liverpool are planning for life without Adrian and have shortlisted suitable names which surprisingly included former Manchester United goalkeeper Tom Heaton.

The Reds have offered Adrian a new contract as they are happy to retain his services as Caoimhin Kelleher could go out on loan but the Spaniard is stalling on signing the new deal.

Already 34, his playing days are dwindling and he is waiting to see what offers he gets to play as a no.1 in Europe and so Liverpool have a shortlist of players in contention to join the club to replace him.

Surprisingly, our sources suggest that Aston Villa goalkeeper Tom Heaton is a name that was being considered by Liverpool.

The 35-year-old spent five years as a United player but never made an appearance for the Old Trafford side, spending four seasons on loan with Cardiff City, QPR, Rochdale and Wycombe Wanderers.

Adrian could still remain at Anfield if he doesn't receive suitable offers and that does seem to be the most likely, with sources close to the club suggesting Jurgen Klopp is relaxed about the situation.

That's unsurprising as it won't be difficult to find a third choice goalkeeper with Liverpool's priorities further afield.

Despite a report from Turkish outlet Sabah in March that claimed Liverpool were scouting Trabzonspor goalie Ugurcan Cakir, Anfield Central sources claim that the Turk is not a target for the Reds.

Ligue 1 sides Lyon and Rennes want him 'badly' but he is not a target for Liverpool and in any case, he's too good to be a backup.