Hodgson edging closer to Liverpool job

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Roy Hodgson will move a step nearer becoming Liverpool's next manager after completing his media role at the World Cup.

The Fulham boss touches down at Heathrow Airport today and will await a call from Anfield officials about succeeding Rafa Benitez.

With a clear-out of Benitez's backroom staff seemingly certain, Hodgson is expected to take assistant manager and goalkeeping coach Mike Kelly with him to Anfield.

Liverpool are keen to press ahead as Hodgson is a candidate to replace Fabio Capello should England crash out of the World Cup to Germany on Sunday.

Meanwhile, finances at Anfield could be boosted as Fiorentina remain keen on a £4million deal for Emilio Insua. Juventus have expressed an interest in Albert Riera and Chelsea still hope to wrap up a £6.5m deal for Yossi Benayoun.

Wolves have encouraged Liverpool to make a firm bid for goalkeeper Wayne Hennessey following an inquiry.

This story has been reproduced from today's media. It does not necessarily represent the position of Liverpool Football Club.