Nabil Fekir’s posed for pictures in a Liverpool shirt as he edged closer to a move last summer, according to his agent.
Jean-Pierre Bernes also claims the 25-year-old had passed a medical ahead of a £53million transfer from Lyon, before the Reds pulled the plug on a deal.
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Nabil Fekir has continued to star for Lyon by scoring 12 goals this season
The transfer fell through after a medical showed an issue with Fekir’s knee.
Bernes told French outlet L’Equipe: “It is not about staying here.
“And we will know maybe the real circumstances that prevented Fekir’s move to Liverpool.
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“The knee was a part of it, but not only that. He had passed a medical, done photos with the Reds shirt.â€
Last week, Fekir opened up about his failed move to Anfield.
“Liverpool?†he said. “It’s part of a player’s career, but it makes you stronger and you have to move forward.
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“I really don’t know what I will do [this summer] but as I said, I feel good in Lyon, the president trusts me, that’s good. You will see [if I extend my contract].â€
Liverpool’s midfield has been lacking in goals and assists this season, something Fekir would have brought, as they battle Manchester City for the Premier League title.
They lead Guardiola’s men by two points with five matches remaining, however, City have a game in hand.
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