Liverpool have been heavily linked with the Fulham star, prompting the Londoners to issue a hands off warning yesterday.

"Clint is a player we've inquired about, it is as simple as that," Rodgers said. "Ian Ayre, our managing director, has spoken with the club to see what the position is. That is where we're at. He's a very talented player but we don't like to talk about other clubs' players."