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Alexis Mac Allister’s transfer ‘reality’ revealed after claims Man City want him from Liverpool

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While Liverpool appear determined to put their full attention on the wide areas in the final days of the transfer window, fans are concerned that they are neglecting the midfield.The centre of the pitch was a real problem against Newcastle United last weekend, highlighting that the Reds should really be looking to beef up that area of the pitch in the coming days.However, the rumblings on Thursday night were that Liverpool could weaken themselves even further and let Alexis Mac Allister leave for Manchester City. Speaking on those rumours overnight on Friday, Fabrizio Romano confirmed that the Argentine had been offered to City via ‘intermediaries.’ What Is Your Reaction To Liverpool’s Champions League Group Phase Draw?



The Reds will face Atletico Madrid, Porto, Villarreal and Lens at Anfield and Inter, Club Brugge, Fenerbahce and LASK away from home Photo Credit: Getty Images/Erwin Spek/Soccrates Mac Allister offered to Man CityThere continue to be rumours heading towards the end of the window that Liverpool could sign a midfielder, with Monaco’s Lamine Camara seemingly the most likely new addition.If Mac Allister joins Curtis Jones in heading through the Anfield exit door, someone would simply have to be brought in.Speaking to his YouTube channel on Friday morning, however, Romano was fairly relaxed about the possibility of the 27-year-old leaving, claiming that Enzo Fernandez is still the priority for City, with Mac Allister’s name being forced into the frame by third parties.“Many questions tonight on Alexis Mac Allister as an option for Manchester City. The reality is that some intermediaries offered Manchester City the possibility to consider a move for Mac Allister,” he said.READ MORE: The staggering cost of Liverpool’s starting XI once Bradley Barcola has joined for £120mPhoto by Jack Thomas/Getty Images“It was suggested by intermediaries as a potential move for Manchester City, rather than there being an official bid or something like that, as an alternative.

“So, obviously offering opportunities, suggesting opportunities. Enzo Fernandez remains the priority.”While it does not say much about his long-term prospects at Liverpool, it would be a surprise if Mac Allister is sold from here.