Liverpool co-owner Tom Hicks will try to end club's civil war

Liverpool co-owner Tom Hicks will arrive at Anfield this week in a bid to bring an end to the civil war that is tearing the club apart.

The Texas-based multi-millionaire will tellboss Rafa Benitez that he has no intention of giving up his 50percent share of the Merseysiders. And he will then look to give Benitez assurances to bring an end to the contract standoff that has put his Liverpool future in serious doubt.

A source close to Hicks said: "Tom's commitment to Liverpool remains unchanged.

Reports that he wants to sell his stake in the club are inaccurate.

"When he comes to England, the first thing he will do is tell Rafa Benitez this.

"Then he will ask Rafa what the reasons are behind his decision not to sign his new contract. Tom will look to resolve these issues so that Rafa's future can be secured and they can plan for the rest of the season and the future."

Sunday Mirror Sport understands that fellow owner George Gillett is willing to sell his stake in the club - but any buyer must be prepared to work alongside Hicks.

Both owners will arrive on Merseyside ahead of the game with Chelsea next week. Hicks is then expected to renew his efforts to remove Rick Parry from his role as chief executive.