Reds cleared to sign Mascherano
Liverpool have been given the go-ahead from FIFA to sign Argentina midfielder Javier Mascherano from West Ham.
The deal with Liverpool, thought to be a loan, was initially in doubt because Mascherano had already played for two clubs competitively this season – the Hammers and Brazilian club Corinthians.
The Argentinian has failed to make an impact at Upton Park, after joining the Londoners on the final day of the summer transfer window along with compatriot Carlos Tevez.
A statement from FIFA this morning read: “After due consideration of all aspects, the FIFA single judge ruled that ‘upon registration for Liverpool FC during the present registration period, the player Javier Mascherano is eligible to play in official matches with the said club with immediate effect’.”
