Liverpool transfer news LIVE – Mason Mount latest, Jude Bellingham boost, Qatar takeover bid
Welcome to our Liverpool FC live blog for Saturday 17th February where we are bringing you all the latest Reds news and transfer rumours.
Stay with us all day as we bring you breaking stories, commentary and reactions to all the big talking points at Anfield – plus of course the latest transfer gossip from around the world.
Liverpool are heavily linked with a move from Chelsea midfielder Mason Mount. It has been reported that the Reds will compete for his signature with some of Europe’s biggest clubs.
There was also an update on the future of Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jude Bellingham. Liverpool remain linked with the England international, as do Real Madrid and Manchester City.
There was also news of Manchester United ownership, with an official offer made for a full takeover of the Old Trafford club while Liverpool’s future with FSG remains uncertain.
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08:10Charlotte Coates
Terrible news this morning
Terrible news came from Turkey this morning as former Everton attacker Christian Atsu was found dead after the terrible earthquake that devastated the country last week, his agent has confirmed.
RIP Christian Atsu.
07:40Charlotte Coates
Inter to redeem
Inter Milan are believed to be looking to capitalize on reported Liverpool target Marcelo Brozovic in the summer as Calcio Mercato claim the Reds remain interested in the Croatian.
It’s no secret that Liverpool are scouting the market for midfield reinforcements once the summer arrives as Jude Bellingham is Jurgen Klopp’s main target.
07:11Charlotte Coates
Goal for Mo Salah?
Mo Salah could break another record today in a Liverpool shirt as he currently sits level with Michael Owen on 55 away goals. Another will make him the Reds’ top scorer in the Premier League era.
Salah also has six goals in 11 games against Newcastle and nine in as many games when playing against an Eddie Howe side.
Want him to score today? I do.
07:07Charlotte Coates
Hello and welcome
Hello Liverpool fans and welcome back to our LIVE blog about the Reds! Jurgen Klopp’s side face a big game later today in Newcastle to close the gap to the opening four to six points.
Stay up to date with news and rumors throughout the day.
Markus Wakefield
Qatar bid submitted for full takeover of Manchester United
The chairman of one of Qatar’s biggest banks has made a bid for Manchester United as Liverpool’s future remains uncertain.
Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad Al Thani, the head of one of Qatar’s biggest banks QIB, has made an official bid for Man United. The offer was sent to the Raine Group, who are overseeing the sale process on behalf of the Glazer family.
Al Thani, the son of former Qatari Prime Minister Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani, confirmed the offer with a statement Friday night. Interested parties were said to have until 10pm UK to submit a bid for the Old Trafford club.
“The bid is designed to restore the club to its former glory both on and off the pitch and, more importantly, will seek to put fans back at the heart of Manchester United Football Club,” Al said in a statement Thani financial times.
‘The offering will be completely debt free through Sheikh Jassim’s Nine Two Foundation, which aims to invest in the football teams, training centre, stadium and other infrastructure, fan experience and communities supported by the club.’
“The vision of the bid is that Manchester United Football Club is known for excellence in football and is recognized as the greatest football club in the world.
“Further details of the offer may be released as the offering process develops.”
Markus Wakefield
Good morning Liverpool fans
Good morning and welcome to our LIVE Liverpool transfer blog.
There’s a lot of speculation going around right now, and we’re bringing them all to you here.
In addition, we will later prepare for Liverpool’s Premier League clash against Newcastle United.
Make sure you stay tuned!