Reports in The People suggests that Rafael Benitez is on Manchester City’s short list to replace Mark Hughes.
City’s Abu Dhabi owners are closely monitoring the situation at Anfield.
Manchester City are flirting above the relegation zone this season and manager Mark Hughes is coming under fire.
The Spaniard’s future is in doubt after rejecting a proposed new contract.
Inter Milan coach Jose Mourinho and Chelsea manager Luiz Felipe Scolari are on their three-man shortlist.