Liverpool to rival Manchester United for Porto ace

Liverpool as well as Manchester United has shown interest for Porto midfielder Fernando.

The England duo hopes to strengthen their midfield as they search for a better centre midfielder, and it seem the 26-year-old is the best candidate.

Liverpool manager Bredan Rogers is pushing to finish the league as the top four in other to gain Champion league play which is a result that would keep the completely on-form Luiz Suarez, and Manchester United are also willing to solve their inconsistency in midfield. But it is understood that Liverpool has the upper hand according to reports from England.

Offers are likely to be made in January. Although the Portuguese’s agent has only recognized major interest from an Italian club, it is hoped that an offer is made by either Manchester Unite or Liverpool that may be recognizable