Sheffield United are reluctant to meet Liverpool’s asking price for Rhian Brewster and have offered a loan leaving the door open for Crystal Palace.
The 20-year-old was left out of Liverpool’s matchday squad for the Carabao Cup tie at Lincoln City on Thursday night, fueling speculation of an imminent move.
Blades manager Chris Wilder had held talks with Liverpool’s Jurgen Klopp but Brewster's future remains in limbo.
Rhian Brewster's future remains in limbo with Sheffield United unwilling to pay £25m
Crystal Palace are also admirers, but are yet to make an approach for a player valued at £25m by Liverpool, who insist on a buy-back option being included in any deal.