**The Merseyside derby between Everton and Liverpool has been called off due to adverse weather.**
The Premier League clash was due to kick-off at 12.30pm on Saturday - live on talkSPORT.
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It was set to be the final Merseyside Derby played at Goodison Park before Everton relocateCredit: Getty
However, the fixture has now been postponed due to the effects of Storm Darragh.
High winds and rain have ripped through the UK's west coast - and the decision was made at around 8.30am on Saturday morning.
An Everton statement read: "Following a Safety Advisory Group meeting at Goodison Park, attended by officials from both clubs, as well as representatives from Merseyside Police and Liverpool City Council this morning, it was decided that, due to the risk to safety in the local area due to strong wind gusts, and an amber severe wind warning that remains in place until 6am on Sunday, today’s fixture should be postponed on safety grounds.
"We apologise for the inconvenience caused and thank supporters for their understanding. Whilst we appreciate this will be deeply disappointing for supporters, the safety of fans, staff and players is of paramount importance.
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"Information relating to a rearranged date for the fixture will be announced in due course.
"All tickets purchased for the original fixture will remain valid for the rearranged fixture."
**_More to follow._**