Stewart Downing is ready to demand a transfer from Aston Villa.
The Mirror says Downing is set to hand in a transfer request as he attempts to force through his move to Liverpool.
The England winger is closing in on the switch to Anfield as he bids to follow Ashley Young out of Aston Villa.
He has been the subject of summer interest from Liverpool boss Kenny Dalglish, but Villa's £19million asking price has put a block on negotiations.