Liverpool FC admitted on Friday that they had received an approach from U.S. tycoon George Gillett.

But the 18-times English champions said there was no certainty Gillett's interest would lead to an offer from the owner of the Montreal Canadiens ice-hockey team.

The club said in March that chairman David Moores was looking to sell some or all of his 51.5 percent stake.

The 2005 European champions have already opened their books to Dubai-owned Dubai International Capital, and British media have reported that the club were close to agreeing on a £450million deal, in which Dubai would take on the Anfield debt and help finance a new 60,000-seat stadium.

Liverpool have been looking for an injection of cash for more than two years as they strive to regain a place at the top of English football after their domination in the 1980s. They have been linked with numerous investors since news broke that the club had held talks with ousted Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra in March 2004.

Local businessman Steve Morgan, media investment group L4 and the American Kraft family have also previously confirmed their interest in taking over or taking a stake in the club.