Is Clint Dempsey on his way to Anfield...

Reports on an American website claimed that Liverpool had acquired the services of Fulham's American midfielder Clint Dempsey, but Brendan Rodgers came out and rubbished reports of the move.

The American website has subsequently removed the post.

Though, it is true that Liverpool have inquired about a possible move for the attacking midfielder but Fulham have told BBC Sport that they haven't received any bids for American midfielder.

Liverpool haven't published details on how the story came out. Dempsey has been linked with a move to Anfield but Rodgers continued to say that the clubs managing director, Ian Ayre, has spoken to Fulham to see what the position is.

The United States midfielder scored 23 goals in 46 appearances last season and has 12 months left on his contract at Craven Cottage, but is keen to extend his stay. Liverpool are currently in North America on the pre season tour.