Liverpool shareholder LeBron James could have a hand to play in Liverpool's rumoured pursuit of Cagliari midfielder Nicolo Barella, who has admitted he's a big admirer of the NBA legend and the Premier League.
The Mirror's Liam Prenderville elaborated on the two percent stake James bought in Liverpool seven years ago and provided quotes from Barella, who hinted to Gazzetta dello Sport his intention to one day play in England:
"Cagliari received offers and turned them down. I am happy to have remained with the club I support.