Could the real deal lie in Villarreal?

It is thought the player has an £8 million buy out clause in his contract which Anfield bosses are willing to stump up, with rumours of a three year deal also being talked about.

The keeper has admitted in the past he would be interested in playing for Rafa and his Redmen. Should the ex-Barca player sign, it is thought Jerzy Dudek will be on his way.