Liverpool remain hopeful of securing new investment.

The Daily Star says Liverpool have denied reports that he Abu Dhabi Royal family are in talks about buying into the club.

However, three or four parties are said to be interested in acquiring a stake in the Merseysiders that will raise around £100m and help reduce the club's current debts of £237m.

The Royal Bank of Scotland are demanding the cash before they will sanction a new refinancing package.

New investment is crucial to dispel fears that the club can't compete for major honours from the likes of Javier Mascherano, Steven Gerrard and Fernando Torres.