Liverpool's move to sign Sunderland defender Lutsharel Geertruida has collapsed, with the Dutchman wanting to remain with Regis Le Bris' side, according to Sky Sports reporter Sacha Tavolieri.
Reports emerged earlier on Sunday morning that Liverpool had reached an agreement to sign Geertruida from Sunderland after holding talks with the defender. The Dutch international is currently on loan at Sunderland from RB Leipzig, and they gave the green light for Geertruida to make the move to Liverpool.
GIVEMESPORT correspondent Ben Jacobs confirmed that Liverpool were exploring a move to sign Geertruida, with the Merseyside outfit looking to sign him on loan from RB Leipzig. It was looking like a potential blow for Sunderland ahead of the remainder of the season, but the situation has now changed after a recent update from Sky Sports.
Geertruida Decides to Stay at Sunderland
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According to Sky Sports journalist Tavolieri, Geertruida has decided to stay at Sunderland, rather than pursue a move to Liverpool this month. Following internal discussions, the Dutchman and Sunderland decided for him to focus on remaining with the North East side for the rest of the season.
It's a huge boost for Sunderland, but perhaps a slight disappointment for Liverpool. The Reds are in desperate need of a new full-back before the end of the window, with Conor Bradley and Jeremie Frimpong both injured at the moment.