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Representatives for supporter groups of both Liverpool and Everton have rejected a proposed ground share between the two clubs.
Liverpool have maintained their stance on building a new home in Stanley Park but Anfield legend Kenny Dalglish mooted the idea of a stadium to house both the Reds and the Blues at the weekend, with Everton chairman Bill Kenwright welcoming any discussions.
However both the Spirit of Shankly (SOS) and Keep Everton In Our City (KEIOC) have unanimously dismissed the proposal.
Earlier this year, KEIOC and SOS joined forces to unveil their plans for a revolutionary 'football quarter' in North Liverpool which would see both Anfield and Goodison Park redeveloped in addition to regenerating the surrounding areas and creating jobs as well as boosting tourism.
Both groups continue to remain committed to the initiative and
Colin Fitzpatrick, secretary of KEIOC, said: "We have always taken the approach that, for the betterment of the club, all avenues relating to a solution to the stadium issue should be explored. The scenario of the shared stadium was investigated objectively several years ago.
"What was identified was that whilst all the technical problems could be addressed, the underlying problem remained that the target markets and business models of both clubs are so fundamentally diverse that accommodating this diversity would be detrimental to both in the long term.
"Whilst the infrastructure and some facilities, community, education and cultural, could be shared, the redevelopment of the existing stadia represents the most cost effective and sensible solution to both of the city's clubs.
"After having waited over a decade for a solution further time wasting opportunities, by owners who have repeatedly failed to deliver a solution, should be dispensed with in favour of a practical and deliverable resolution to the issue, a solution which would be for the good of the fans, the community and the city of Liverpool."
Paul Gardner, Community and Youth Officer for SOS, added: ""Spirit Of Shankly members are totally opposed to a ground share.
"We understand the importance of finding a stadium solution and have made steps to help with this with the launch of The Football Quarter earlier this year.
"We are working on The Football Quarter alongside Keep Everton in Our City to allow both clubs to maintain their identities and separate stadia whilst working towards providing a solution to the challenges at both clubs.
"It is important for all parties including the clubs, the council, communities and more to be involved in this process."
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