Liverpool had reportedly been watching Jose Enrique, the 25 year-old Spanish left back, and now according to Liverpool legend Phil Thompson, a deal "has been done" to bring the Newcastle player to Anfield.
Enrique joined Newcastle in 2007 for £6.3 million, signing a 5 year contract with the Magpies. But after a few impressive seasons with Newcastle, helping them to win promotion last season and then this season helping them to a safe League position, he has attracted the attention of several top teams.
Manchester United had been linked to the former Valencia player, but it seems that Liverpool have already agreed to sign him. Kenny Dalglish let Paul Konchesky go to Nottingham Forest on loan when he was appointed manager, and has obviously made getting a replacement his priority. Liverpool have been linked to Fabio Coentrao and Oscar Wendt, but Damien Comolli has watched him personally.
Enrique's contract expires in 16 months and has held off talks to renew it until the end of the season. Being targeted by clubs such as United, AC Milan and Liverpool have certainly contributed to that decision.
