Houllier lining up Dawson bid

The Nottingham Forest centre-half heads the Liverpool manager's wanted list when the transfer window reopens in January.

With Jean Alain Boumsong now set to sign for Rangers at the end of the season, Houllier needs to strengthen his defence and Dawson could be the man for the job.

But Liverpool may need to fend off Aston Villa, Arsenal and Manchester United to secure his signature.