Liverpool are prepared to SELL captain Jordan Henderson this summer, it has been revealed.

The Athletic reports Henderson is considered a Liverpool legend and the club have publicised that they made an offer of a new deal which could see him end his playing career on Merseyside.

But they have made no headway during initial negotiations over an extension, opening the door to Henderson departing. His contract currently runs to 2023.

A new contract for Henderson is not seen as a major priority by sporting director Michael Edwards. The situation is described as 'complicated and sensitive'.

Atletico Madrid are also monitoring Henderson and the Liverpool captain would be keen to join forces with Luis Suarez once again.

The 34-year-old fired Atletico to La Liga glory last season and the pair remain good friends from their three-year spell together at Anfield.