Gabriel Mercado has reportedly snubbed a move to Mexico in order to force through a move to Liverpool.
Jurgen Klopp’s attendances at the Copa America clash between Argentina and Chile had been linked to a move for Napoli striker Gonzalo Higuain but later emerged as a potential scouting mission for Mercado.
But the River Plate defender had appeared to be on the verge of a move to Monterrey, however the club have confirmed that the deal has been called off.
On their official website they stated that the 29-year-old has reneged on his agreement that they had with him.
Argentine newspaper Clarin have suggested that his U-turn is in order to force through a move to Anfield.