Leeds United have rejected two offers from Manchester United for striker Alan Smith, opening the door for Liverpool to make an offer.
The Red Devils initially made a derisory bid of £3.5million for Smith, and after that was turned down, the Old Trafford board returned with an improved bid of £5.5million. That has also been thrown out as Leeds value the forward at closer to the £10million mark, and it is understood Liverpool are now prepared to step in.
A Leeds spokesman said: "The offers by Manchester United substantially undervalue Alan Smith's position as a top Premiership player. He is worth far more than what Manchester United are prepared to pay for him. Both offers were rejected immediately."
Filed by Johnny Proby
