The new amateur football club AFC Liverpool has been backed by Liverpool FC managers past and present Rafael Benitez and Kenny Dalglish.
Kop favourite Dalglish sent a personal email to AFC Liverpool Chairman Alun Parry to support the venture, which is aimed at keeping those priced out of Premier League football within the Liverpool family.
The legend said: "I would just like to congratulate you and everyone involved with AFC Liverpool.
"It is a brilliant idea and I hope it is a success for you all.
"You can't always judge your success with results on the pitch. Your greatest success could be bringing a part of Liverpool FC to many people's lives. All the very best."
Current Liverpool manager Benitez gave AFC Liverpool his approval in an interview with LFC TV.
Commenting on the new non- league club for Liverpool fans, he said: "I'm pleased with the idea.
"I think that, with more people closer to our club, it's good.
"My message is just to wish them all the best, to score lots of goals and progress to another level. It will be fantastic for us."
Club founder and chairman Alun Parry said: "I am delighted that Kenny and Rafa are so supportive of AFC Liverpool. We really appreciate their backing and hope that their support encourages Liverpool fans to get behind both clubs.
"We are currently seeking shirt sponsorship, so having Kenny and Rafa on board will be a big help."
AFC Liverpool have already opened their trophy account by beating Nelson FC at the weekend in a game honouring the 50th anniversary of Joe Fagan's arrival as a coach at Anfield.
Their next game is away against leading non-league outfit Marine at the Arriva Stadium in Crosby tonight, followed by a visit to Formby FC on Saturday.
The new club will be playing all home games at Prescot Cables' Valerie Park ground, starting on August 9 with a league game against Darwen FC.
Kop favourite Dalglish sent a personal email to AFC Liverpool Chairman Alun Parry to support the venture, which is aimed at keeping those priced out of Premier League football within the Liverpool family.
The legend said: "I would just like to congratulate you and everyone involved with AFC Liverpool.
"It is a brilliant idea and I hope it is a success for you all.
"You can't always judge your success with results on the pitch. Your greatest success could be bringing a part of Liverpool FC to many people's lives. All the very best."
Current Liverpool manager Benitez gave AFC Liverpool his approval in an interview with LFC TV.
Commenting on the new non- league club for Liverpool fans, he said: "I'm pleased with the idea.
"I think that, with more people closer to our club, it's good.
"My message is just to wish them all the best, to score lots of goals and progress to another level. It will be fantastic for us."
Club founder and chairman Alun Parry said: "I am delighted that Kenny and Rafa are so supportive of AFC Liverpool. We really appreciate their backing and hope that their support encourages Liverpool fans to get behind both clubs.
"We are currently seeking shirt sponsorship, so having Kenny and Rafa on board will be a big help."
AFC Liverpool have already opened their trophy account by beating Nelson FC at the weekend in a game honouring the 50th anniversary of Joe Fagan's arrival as a coach at Anfield.
Their next game is away against leading non-league outfit Marine at the Arriva Stadium in Crosby tonight, followed by a visit to Formby FC on Saturday.
The new club will be playing all home games at Prescot Cables' Valerie Park ground, starting on August 9 with a league game against Darwen FC.
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