article_snippet.sent: And the club plan to make a major statement by making a formal offer for the forward at the earliest possible opportunity this summer.
article_snippet.sent: the transfer window officially opens on July 1, but deals can be discussed between clubs prior to that date.
article_snippet.sent: But Manchester City will have to be cute in their attempts to land Sterling given the threat of Financial Fair Play sanctions.
article_snippet.sent: their may look to use other players as bait, but Liverpool are likely to demand a straight cash fee.
article_snippet.sent: The Liverpool  forward has been pictured smoking a shisha pipe with team-mate Jordon Ibe earlier this season .
highlights_snippet.sent: The Reds are likely to demand a  cash fee for the England international .