Liverpool legend John Barnes is facing bankruptcy over an unpaid tax bill of over £300,000.
The 59-year-old is the subject of a bankruptcy petition from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) for the seventh time. It is not known whether Barnes will oppose the petition or choose to settle his debts to avoid being declared bankrupt.
In a brief hearing at London's High Court on Monday, it was confirmed Barnes is on the brink of becoming bankrupt, although the former England winger was not present at the time. HMRC officer Megan Vanderhook said: "There has been no contact from Mr Barnes, but his agent has requested an adjournment."
