Gareth Barry's proposed move to Liverpool is in doubt as the deal hinges on Xabi Alonso leaving the club, but the Spaniard wants to remain at Anfield.
But the Reds will make one final attempt to sign the England midfielder and will increase their cash offer to £16m, according to the Sunday Times.
If Liverpool fail in their attempts to sign Barry, Rafael Benitez will turn his attentions to Middlesbrough winger Stewart Downing.
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