Liverpool in shared stadium idea

The idea of stadium sharing between English clubs Liverpool and Everton has resurfaced by the Liverpool council.

Warren Bradley, the leader of the Liberal Democrat majority on the city council and Everton ticket holder, said stadium sharing is a realistic goal.

"I'd back the redevelopment of Goodison but you can't unless Everton make a commitment. If they want to come to the table, we're always ready and willing," Bradley told the Guardian.

"I've also been working behind the scenes on a joint Liverpool and Everton stadium. I've talked to the sports minister and to the NWDA [Northwest Regional Development Agency] and I've spoken to [Everton's chairman] Bill Kenwright."

Liverpool co-owners George Gillett and Tom Hicks dismissed the idea of stadium sharing from the moment they steped in, and spread hopes that the club is heading for a new home. Due to the current board room situation, it is now debatable weather Hicks, who aims to lead the club, could raise the GBP 300 million needed to finsnce the project.

Everton is aiming for a move to a 55,000-seat stadium outside the city boundaries as part of a GBP 400 million retail development with Tesco. Liverpool city council would likely object to a huge retail development in Kirkby, while neighbouring authorities have already raised objections.

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