Liverpool’s Nike and New Balance court battle: Brilliant Twitter thread explains in detail all you need to know

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Liverpool have come so far in terms of off-the-field deals and commercial revenue over the last couple of years that Nike and New Balance, two of the biggest sports companies in the world, are currently fighting over the Reds in court.

Given the complexities and unknowns as the battle in court continues, the situation is difficult to comprehend, with many factors for the judge to examine before a decision is made.

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Nike are the prefered partners for a new kit deal, with their offer of £30 million plus 20% of revenues, as is explained in detail below, seen as being far superior due to their global appeal and access to the Chinese market, in particular, an area the Reds are keen to expand in.

New Balance, though, believe they are entitled to match the offer as part of their previous deal with the Reds.

With one day of the court battle completed, it is expected to take two more days before the decision is reached and the outcome is known.

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