Victor Valdes’ deal with Monaco fell through so a move to Liverpool may be on the cards (Picture: AFP/Getty Images)

Liverpool target Victor Valdes will not be joining Monaco after the Ligue 1 side withdrew their contract offer for the Barcelona keeper, according to L’Equipe.

Monaco had looked set to sign the Spain international after making contact with the player, whose contract expires at the end of the month.

However, the French club have now reportedly pulled out of the deal over concerns with Valdes’ fitness.

The goalkeeper tore his anterior cruciate ligament in April, causing him to miss the end of last season and most likely the first few months of the forthcoming one.


Monaco’s decision to not offer Valdes a contract opens the door for Rodgers, who has been an admirer of the 32-year-old for a long time, and he might take a chance on his fitness, despite the serious injury he sustained last season.



Rodgers is looking for competition for goalkeeper Simon Mignolet and Valdes would certainly provide that. The Barcelona keeper will have a host of teams after his signature but a chance to play in the Premier League and the Champions League could tempt the experienced goalkeeper to Anfield.

Valdes would fit into Rodgers playing style perfectly as he encourages his team to play out from the back and the Spaniard is one of the best at distributing the ball with his feet after playing with Barcelona for so long.

Watch this space for a move a for Valdes.

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