A man left fighting for his life after a street attack remains in a critical condition.
The 27-year-old was taken to hospital after suffering a serious head injury on December 27.
It is believed he was set upon while riding his push bike in Old Swan.
Ten days on from the incident Merseyside Police said he was now in a critical condition, though he had stabilised.
The attack took place on the junction of Goschen Street and Prescot Road at about 4pm, leading to a small parade of shops being cordoned off while enquiries took place.
A 30-year-old man from Crosby was arrested on suspicion of assault and released on conditional bail.
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Speaking in the aftermath of the attack Detective Inspector Jennie Beck, of Merseyside Police, appealed to the public for information.
Det Insp Beck said: “Our investigation into this incident continues and we remain very keen to speak to anyone with any information that could assist our enquiries.
“The investigation is in its early stages and at this time detectives are trying to ascertain the motive for the attack. Prescot Road was exceptionally busy yesterday afternoon and I would urge anyone who was in the area at about 4pm, who may have seen the incident, or who has any phone/dashcam footage or information, which could help us with our inquiries to get in touch.
"A lot of buses also use this route, so I would appeal to any bus passengers who may have seen the incident to come forward, as they information they have could be vital to our inquiries."
*Anyone with any information is asked to contact Merseyside Police on Twitter (via @MerPolCC) or by calling 101 quoting reference 0591 of December 27.
You can also contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111, or online here.
