Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez is chasing Manchester City midfielder Elano.

The News of the World says Liverpool are ready to offer Yossi Benayoun to City in a swap for unhappy Brazilian Elano.

City value their Brazilian attacking midfielder slightly higher than the 28-year-old Benayoun and would want a cash or player makeweight.

It's understood Liverpool might be willing to throw 20-year-old left- back Stephen Darby into the deal.