Liverpool are pushing to include a buyout clause in Raheem Sterling's new deal. The Sunday Mirror says Liverpool want to give Sterling a new £100,000-a-week contract that includes a £60million buy-out clause.
The deal is expected to be tied up within the next few weeks, with the Reds wanting a hefty trigger fee to make it clear to Europe's top clubs they will need deep pockets if they hope to lure away the England international.
Real Madrid have been linked with the 19-year-old and Liverpool are determined to protect themselves should a bid come in for one of their prize assets.
