Distin to Liverpool?

Sylvain Distin has emerged as a shock target for Liverpool, as Rafa Benitez looks to find a long-term replacement for Sami Hyypia . It is understood that Liverpool will pay £3 million for the defender.

Distin is regarded as one of the best defenders in the Premiership and Liverpool are keen to bring in a new defender when the summer transfer window reopens.

The Frenchman has been a hot transfer target for Liverpool for over a year.