Outcast Manchester United wingerMemphis Depay has reportedly attracted the interest of Spartak Moscow, which could in a strangeturn of eventsscupper the Red Devils' rivalsLiverpool's attempts to signQuincy Promes.
Promes, also a Dutch winger, playing for Spartakhas been linked with a move to Anfield in recent weeks, having impressed during his time withthe Russian side.
But the Russian media have reported that, if Depay were to move to Spartak, playing alongside compatriot Promes could be a deciding factor.
Russian football agent Alexey Safonov toldSportFakt:According to my information, the Dutch want to help Spartak win the title, and Depay is ready to come to Moscow.�
Safanov claimed that Depay and Promes have a close relationship, and that should anymove for the forgotten United man could be predicated on assurances that Promes will stay in the Russian capital.
The 24-year-old boasts an impressive scoring record of 36 goals in 71 appearances for Spartak since he joined themin 2014. He has netted five times in nine outings so far this term to help Spartak move to the top of the Russian Premier League.
With Philippe Coutinho and Danny Ings out, and Sadio Mane set for a month playing in the African Cup of Nations after the turn of year, Jurgen Klopp is reportedly in the market foranother attacking player.