Fenway Sports Group, who own Liverpool, have ended their previously strong interest in taking over LaLiga side Getafe.
Daily Mail Sport reported back in September that the American ownership group, led by John W Henry, were continuing to add the Spanish team to their portfolio after completing due diligence over the summer.
However, FSG have now opted to back out of the deal following months of discussions. It is believed that the cost of the potential takeover, coupled with the strict nature of Spanish football's financial rules, dissuaded them from purchasing the club.
In August, the Liverpool owners sent a delegation to Spain to begin the process of looking at their accounts and infrastructure.