The Liverpool winger has been linked with a move to Craven Cottage this summer, with Fulham hoping to sign him on loan, but could instead have to buy him outright if their interest is serious. The Reds aren't interested in a loan deal and are instead looking to sell the England international, a proposal which the Cottagers are taking into consideration. Downing arrived at Anfield from Aston Villa two years ago in a big money deal worth an estimated £20 million, but Brendan Rodgers no longer sees the star as part of his long-term plans. The Northern Irishman recently signed winger Luis Alberto from Sevilla, and the arrival of the 20-year-old could put Downing's place on the flanks in jeopardy. Fulham could capitalise then and sign a winger who cost so much yet has so far failed to live up to his market value. Perhaps that could change at Craven Cottage the same way it has for Andy Carroll at West Ham.