Juan Mata's father and agent wants Valencia to up their contract offer, amid claims that Liverpool are ready to make a move for the forward.

The Spain international is in talks with Los Che over a new contract and only last week his father, Juan Mata senior, stated that a deal was close.

media watchBut now it appears things have not moved on as expected and Mata could be forced to seek a move if the club do not match his expectations.

"We want Valencia to recognise the kid's true quality, and it's not only a matter of money," Mata snr said.

Mata himself admits he is attracted by Liverpool, but is leaving his future in the hands of his father.

"This matter is all down to the club and my agent," he said.

"Rafa Benitez is a big coach but I just want to concentrate on my game without any distractions."

The 21-year-old's current deal runs until 2012.

http://www.liverpoolfc.tv/mediawatch/drilldown/MW15224091029-0932.htm

This would be a great boost for our team

I can see Riera or Babel leaving to force this one through. Imagine if we had Silva and Mata.

I think we might pull this one off for the next transfer season but I am not really sure who will go to squeeze Mata in.

This is ganna be a hard one to pull off unless Valencia is in some form of financial crisis.Mata is a great player and hopefully we can sign him for next season

Personally I'd prefer it if we go for someone more experienced.

This would be interesting if we suceed here.Also he would be a good pocket rocket on the wing

Juan Mata has ended any speculation linking him with a move to Liverpool by agreeing a new deal with Valencia.

Recent media reports had suggested the 21-year-old could be a target for Liverpool and Barcelona with talks stalling with the Spanish club. While Mata’s contract has yet to be extended, he has received a significant increase in salary. The minimum release fee clause also remains the same, valued at around 90 million euros.

I was expecting this speculation to be denied.

Still no confirmation he has signed a new deal though.