Liverpool target Naby Keita involved in a heated bust-up in training

Seefeld, July 25: One of the most discussed transfer sagas this summer has been RB Leipzig midfielder Naby Keita's move to Liverpool.

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It has been a battle between Liverpool's determination and RB Leipzig's strong intent so far with the German club refusing to sell for whatever money the Reds offer.

After seeing three bids rejected for the Guinea international just when it was thought that the 22-year-old will remain at Leipzig for at least another year and Liverpool will look elsewhere, there came another twist to the tale.

Naby Keita was reportedly involved in a furious training ground bust-up yesterday (July 24) as reports in Germany claim Keita committed a “brutal" foul on Diego Demme that left his team-mate requiring extensive treatment.

The pair had clashed moments earlier during the training session in Leipzig's pre-season camp in Seefeld in Austria.

Demme was pictured prone on the turf receiving medical attention for some time while Keita was surrounded by other Leipzig players before going over to talk with his stricken colleague.

Demme was later helped from the field with a bandaged knee with Leipzig coach Ralph Hasenhuttl ending the training session and ordering the team back to their hotel.

Leipzig issued a statement on Twitter which read: “Let off for Diego #Demme. He suffered a bruised knee from a tackle in training, but his meniscus & ligaments are fine. Get well soon, Diego!"

German media outlet Bild have even speculated the challenge highlighted Keita's frustration at being unable to join Liverpool. Meanwhile, Liverpool are rumoured to be preparing a final bid for the midfield dynamo.

Afterwards, Leipzig released a video which appeared to suggest Keita and Demme were now best of friends again.

Leipzig are playing with fire if yesterday's action from Keita was due to his frustration. It could turn out to be a costly decision if they keep the player against his will.

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