Thursday, 26th June, 2014
Sevilla sporting director Monchi has claimed that left-back Alberto Moreno will not be joining Liverpool, explaining the Reds did not offer a financial package acceptable to the Europa League winners.
Liverpool had been keen on snapping up Moreno this summer, as boss Brendan Rodgers looks to strengthen his left-back options.
It had appeared earlier this summer that Moreno would be heading to Anfield, with the player himself having agreed personal terms with Liverpool, which would have seen him earn €1.5m per season on Merseyside.
But the trail suddenly went cold and Monchi claims there is little chance of it being revived.
"The matter of Alberto is practically settled. We couldn't reach an agreement and I don't think it can be revived", Monchi explained to El Correo de Andalucia.
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"It was great offer but the player is only 21 years old and it's possible that the effect of being with the national team had a positive effect", the Sevilla sporting director continued.
"He has a lot of room to grow and the coach is very happy to have him."
Monchi will not completely close the door on a Moreno exit however.
"I don't think we'll make a lot of moves but if on August 14 a club comes along and they give you a mountain of cash, well….I know you don't like to hear it, but we are economic managers.
"My feeling is that the negotiations are paralysed and I don't see any hint that they will be restarted.
"We put a price on our players which we believe to be appropriate. Whoever wants to buy, can buy, and if you can't…."
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