 LIVERPOOL supporters have given a cautious welcome to the latest news about a possible takeover of the club. It is the latest twist in the long-running speculation about the possibility of a takeover at the club, which remains one of the few prizes in the Premiership for potential foreign investors. There have been at least two serious contenders for the club, including US billionaire George Gillett, owner of the Montreal Canadians ice hockey club, who was said to be the leading contender. But Dubai International Capital, Emirates private equity arm, understood to be advised by JP Morgan, the firm which arranged financing for the deal by Malcolm Glazer to take over Manchester United, appears now to be the favourite to take over. Wealthy Belfast-based property tycoon John Miskelly is thought to be a third bidder. Last night, Richie Pedder, of the Liverpool FC Supporters Club, said a buy-out was "inevitable" for Liverpool to remain competitive. He said: "I think it's got to happen. "We need more money coming into Liverpool, and if this is the only way then it has to happen." He said it was important that the ground was still called Anfield and fans would be waiting to see the outcome of negotiations. Mr Pedder said: "All the other clubs are doing this, and I think fans are slowly coming round to accepting it, with Manchester United and Chelsea racing ahead. I think this is the right move. "There are certain players we can't afford now because Chelsea and Man Utd are coming in and buying them." | 
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