Jefferies in talks again

Last updated : 02 December 2004 By Adam Bryant
The consortium is thought to be backed by the Kraft family, who own Superbowl champions New England Patriots.

Mike Jefferies, one of the men behind L4, told the Financial Times: "L4 exists with the purpose of conducting ongoing discussions with the owners of Liverpool FC.

"There are a number of different constituent elements, both individuals and entities, that we believe have a direct connection with the culture and heritage of the club, as well as the experience, resource and appetite to get the club back to where we believe it deserves to be."