Liverpool has denied reports of approaching Carlo Ancelotti about his interest in replacing Brendan Rodgers.

Ancelotti remains without a club following his dismissal as manager of Real Madrid.

Rodgers survived a robust end of season review after a dismal finale to a campaign which reached its nadir with the 6-1 humbling at Stoke City on the final day.

Liverpool currently sit 13th in the Premier League, though they are only four points off fourth place.