Nicholas Williams has reportedly emerged as a transfer target for Liverpool, with the Premier League side said to be eyeing a move for the Athletic forward. Speculation is gathering pace as the club looks to bolster its squad ahead of a crucial second half of the season. The transfer remains in progress, and with no other clubs involved, Liverpool look to be negotiating from a comfortable position. Liverpool have been strong going forward this season, with 13 goals scored in 7 games (1.86 per game). Nicholas Williams would give them depth and keep that attacking firepower going all season. Reports suggest Liverpool are monitoring Kephren Thuram Ulien, Nico Schlotterbeck and William Pacho whereas Athletic have not been associated with other players at this stage. More on this story as it develops. Need more Liverpool transfer rumours? Follow @PlayerSwitchCom on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news from Liverpool.