EMILIANO INSUA has today edged closer to a move away from Liverpool after holding talks with Fiorentina.

Liverpool left-back Emiliano Insua is set to move to Fiorentina after Reds boss Roy Hodgson confirmed talks between the clubs.

Fiorentina hope to conclude a 3.7million deal for Liverpool Emiliano Insua following Roy Hodgson’s appointment as Rafa Benitez’s replacement at Anfield.

Fiorentina have dismissed claims they have made a bid for Liverpool full-back Emiliano Insua.

Mascherano, Insua also on way and Jovanovic may not sign after all

Liverpool have rejected reports that left-back Emiliano Insua is poised to join Italian side Fiorentina.

Liverpool general director Christian Purslow has revealed that Emiliano Insua does not want to leave the club.

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez is hopeful Emiliano Insua will play again this season despite tearing a muscle in his thigh.

Rafa Benitez has Maxi Rodriguez and Emiliano Insua back available for the Premier League clash with Fulham on Sunday.

Rafa Benitez has indicated that Liverpool could play with three centre-backs against Benfica, with full-back Emiliano Insua suspended.