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Alex Teixeira to Liverpool: Brazilian winger opens up sensational January move to Anfield
ALEX TEIXEIRA believes he would add an “attacking threat” to Liverpool as he spoke of his frustration at Shakhtar Donetsk’s reluctance to strike a deal with the Anfield club.
Alex Teixeira represented Brazil's U20s side
In an exclusive interview with Anfeld HQ, the Brazilian forward confirmed he wanted to move to Merseyside in the January transfer window.
Liverpool have had a £24.5m bid rejected by the Ukraine club with Shakhtar sticking to their 50m euros valuation which equates to £38m.
There has been little progress on the transfer since Liverpool chief executive Ian Ayre held face to face talks with Shakhtar officials in Florida last Wednesday.
Teixeira confirmed Liverpool have not yet made a second bid due to the gulf in valuations.
“The team received one official offer from Liverpool,” said Teixeira. “It was rejected. I don’t know why. It was a great offer. It is frustrating but the manager and club president decided against it so now I am just waiting. Trying to be patient.