Liverpool striker Andy Carroll does not want to make his loan move to West Ham United permanent. The 23-year-old is reported to have told friends he will only leave Anfield to return to Newcastle United.
Martin O'Neill would love to sign Carroll for Sunderland, despite the striker being a former Newcastle player.
Liverpool have also rejected a £13m bid from Manchester City for centre-back Daniel Agger, 27.
Liverpool are weighing up a move for Birmingham City goalkeeper Jack Butland after he impressed club scouts in action for Team GB on Sunday.