Reds linked with keeper

Liverpool are being linked with a raid for Valencia for goalkeeper Ludovic Butelle.

Reports emanating from France claim Liverpool are pondering a move for the former Metz ace.

Benitez is a big admirer of the Frenchman having signed him while he was in charge at Valencia before moving onto Liverpool.

Butelle has struggled to establish himself at Valencia with Santiago Canizares the number one goalkeeper at La Mestalla.

Liverpool could be in the market for a new goalkeeper with Chris Kirkland having sealed his permanent move to Wigan last month.

There are also doubts over the long-term futures of Scott Carson and Jerzy Dudek at Anfield.

Carson is currently on loan at Charlton, while Dudek is thought to be frustrated with his lack of first team opportunities.

Benitez might turn to Butelle to bolster his goalkeeping options if he decides to let Dudek or Carson leave.