Premier League champions Liverpool are close to signing goalkeeper Freddie Woodman on a free transfer from Preston North End.The 28-year-old, who made 22 appearances for the Championship side last season,

Freddie Woodman emerged as such an appealing possible signing for Liverpool due to his standing as a homegrown player. Woodman is joining the Reds on a free transfer, and he will provide cover for Alisson and Giorgi Mamardashvili in the goalkeeping position following the departures of Caoimhin Kelleher,

Liverpool have agreed a deal to sign goalkeeper Freddie Woodman when his contract with Preston North End expires on June 30.