Sources: Liverpool make David Otorbi January transfer decision

Liverpool will not pursue Valencia winger Otorbi in January if the club raises his release clause from £30m to £50m, sources say.

Liverpool have decided against making a January move for Valencia winger David Otorbi if the Spanish club activates a clause in his contract to raise his valuation to £50m, according to sources.

The 19-year-old's current release clause stands at £30m, but Valencia hold the option to increase it to £50m. Recent reports suggest the La Liga side are preparing to do so, which would deter Liverpool from pursuing the deal in the winter window. Sources say the Reds are unwilling to spend such a significant fee on a young player mid-season, preferring instead to target immediate reinforcements.

Otorbi has impressed for Valencia this season and recently scored his first goal for the club against Racing Santander. Liverpool's recruitment team have been monitoring his progress closely, and while they remain admirers of his potential, they are unlikely to move if the release clause is increased. The club are already focused on other targets, having previously signed young winger Victor Munoz from La Liga in the summer.