Despite recent developments indicating that negotiations had broken down, The Mirror reports that Liverpool are close to agreeing a tax-thrifty deal for Sunderland striker Kenwyne Jones.
Black Cats boss Steve Bruce recently vented his spleen over the rumours surrounding Jones, insisting that it was "disrespectful" to suggest that he would send his star striker out on loan.
However, it is now claims that an initial temporary switch to Anfield will be the key in Rafael Benitez's £12 million move for the West Indian hitman.
By delaying the permanent part of the deal until the end of the season, both clubs can claim the transfer on their accounts for the next tax year beginning April.
Reds boss Benitez has made it known that he intends to bring in further reinforcements this winter despite a lack of funds.
Thus, such an arrangement for Jones would give the struggling Merseyside giants time to raise enough cash through sales - both this month and in the summer - to meet Sunderland's price.
Black Cats boss Steve Bruce recently vented his spleen over the rumours surrounding Jones, insisting that it was "disrespectful" to suggest that he would send his star striker out on loan.
However, it is now claims that an initial temporary switch to Anfield will be the key in Rafael Benitez's £12 million move for the West Indian hitman.
By delaying the permanent part of the deal until the end of the season, both clubs can claim the transfer on their accounts for the next tax year beginning April.
Reds boss Benitez has made it known that he intends to bring in further reinforcements this winter despite a lack of funds.
Thus, such an arrangement for Jones would give the struggling Merseyside giants time to raise enough cash through sales - both this month and in the summer - to meet Sunderland's price.
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