The Government has given Liverpool a huge boost in their bid to win the Premier League title on Merseyside. Recent requests from the police saw them ask for the game which would see the Reds crowned champions to be played away from Merseyside amid fears of mass gatherings.
But the decision on whether to seek a neutral venue rests with the local authority group based in the city. Liverpool only require a matter of points to win their first league title in 30 years.
Jurgen Klopp's side have looked like champions elect for much of the season and excitement on Merseyside has been palpable. And Oliver Dowden, the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, has said it is for the city's Safety Advisory Group, which is includes