Liverpool and Everton release joint statement amid rumours Merseyside Derby will be postponed

Liverpool and Everton have released a joint statement after an 'amber severe wind warning' was issued for parts of the UK, including Merseyside.

Premier League leaders Liverpool will take a short trip to neighbours Everton on Saturday afternoon for a 12:30pm kick-off that will be the last top flight fixture at Goodison Park.

But ahead of kick-off, there has been rumours of a possible postponement after the Met Office said "damaging winds" associated with Storm Darragh are expected to cause "significant disruption" to certain parts of the UK.

"It is very likely that there will be a risk to life, with substantial disruption to travel, energy supplies and possibly widespread damage to property and infrastructure," added the Met Office.

It was confirmed earlier that all football matches have been postponed in Wales on Saturday due to the severe weather warning, including Cardiff's Championship clash against Watford.

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On Friday afternoon, both Liverpool and Everton released a statement to fans attending the much-anticipated Premier League fixture.

"Supporters attending Saturday's Merseyside derby at Goodison Park are advised to allow extra time for travel and remain alert to Met Office weather warnings," it read.

"An amber severe wind warning has been issued by the Met Office for Merseyside from 1am GMT on Saturday, with wind gusts of 60mph to 70mph likely. The warning for wind is expected to remain in place until 6am on Sunday.

"Given the weather warning, fans are advised to allow extra time for their journey and take extra care."

The statement added: "Supporters are also advised to keep a close eye on travel and weather guidance in their area to assist with travel planning for the Premier League fixture (12.30pm kick-off)."

Amid the adverse weather conditions across Merseyside, the Met Office have issued an amber warning for between 1am on Saturday morning and 9pm.

"A period of very strong northerly or northwesterly winds is likely to develop during Saturday as Storm Darragh moves from west to east," they said.

"Gusts of 70 to 80mph are likely around exposed coasts and headlands, where some very large waves are likely, whilst gusts of 60 to 70 mph are likely inland. The strongest winds will ease from the west through the afternoon."