Rory McIlroy is reportedly closing in on a sensational £850million move to LIV Golf. The 34-year-old, fresh from finishing tied for 22nd in what proved another disappointing US Masters tournament, is said to have been offered an £685million deal, that, were he to sign, would make him the most expensive signing yet on the Saudi breakaway tour.
According to CITY AM, two sources have claimed that the deal is close to being completed. Were it to materialise, it would represent a staggering U-turn on the part of the world No.2, who has been a vociferous critics of LIV ever since it officially formed in 2022.
However, Sky Sports Golf reporter Jamie Weir, a journalist notable close to McIlroy, has branded the speculation “complete nonsense.” Neither the Northern Irishman, or any members of his team, have commented on the story.
Previous rumours of a move were ignited on Thursday at Augusta when McIlroy’s round was followed by LIV Golf CEO Greg Norman, who made his own way to the tournament having not been invited by organisers. Later asked if he was aware the Australian had watched him closely, McIlroy said: “I did not. Didn’t see him.”
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