Talks in 'advanced stage' over UAE takeover

Former Celtic player Andy Lynch is heading up a consortium of wealthy Gulf-based businessmen to take over Liverpool.

Former Syrian international Yahya Kirdi, now a millionaire is said to be behind  the bid and has backers from one of the United Arab Emirates ruling families. Lynch, who has been acting as a middle man in the deal, told the Daily Record:

"It's a very exciting time. Talks are ongoing with Tom Hicks and George Gillett and are at an advanced stage. We're working round the clock to try to pull it off. Everyone knows Liverpool aren't the force they once were so this is just what they need at this time. I've been to Anfield on business recently and I'm acting as the go-between in the whole deal. Hopefully it's not too much longer before it's all done and dusted."

Kirdi does know both George Gillett and his son Foster and he attended a Liverpool match back in January against Stoke City. The American owners have however denied that there are any takeover talks with any group.

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