Alves deal still alive

Last updated : 07 July 2006 By Al Campbell
Rafael Benitez has started to inquire about other right sided midfielders after Sevilla refused a £10m bid for Alves from the Reds. However, the player has insisted he wants to join Liverpool and that could force Sevilla's hand.

"It is true that at the moment there are difficulties with the deal. There is an economic difference between what Sevilla are demanding and what Liverpool are willing to pay. We need to try and reach a compromise and we will try to do this in the next few days," said Alves' agent Rodriguez Baster.

"Liverpool is Daniel's first option and he wants to play with them despite interest from other clubs. He wants to play in England and that is the most important thing."