Liverpool Banter Archive July 07 2011

 

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07 Jul 2011 23:24:37
BREAKING NEWS: Liverpool have officially completed the signing of Charlie Adam. Source = SSN

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 23:15:58
Ed do you think there will be a marqee signing? {Ed009's Note - that is a highly subjective term. I don't think any player will be signed simply because of how happy they initially make the fans. I do think there will be some very good players bought though, perhaps one of Cissokho or Mata.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 23:12:51
Just on sky sports. Adam is done Completed. Welcome. Eds must be relieved. People can stop asking now.

Mrjcred.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 23:11:34
Nice to see the Villa Windowlickers have had a pop at Liverpool again, calling us Bin Dipping Tramps. It's an old one used by a couple of very highly overrated players. Come up with something original you sad sad sad lovers of a mediocre club.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 23:01:28
KK sees dann the ideal man but feels he is overpriced for a player who got relegated and missed most of the season with injury, and also the fact that kelly may stand up to the mark.

jamesC

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 23:01:26
Just like to congratulate my friend Dale Jennings on his move to Bayern.. Down to earth lad, bit of a lazy chap though. Hope he does well over there

Kopite Tee

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 23:01:19
Just looking at free agents and Giles Barnes name came up. He is only 22 and 2 years ago looked like he was going to turn into a good player. Not saying that he could be world class, but young, english and has a lot of potential under the right club. Comments?

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 22:58:30
Hey

Tony barrett is reporting in the times that a new stadium seems to be FSG's preferred option now.

This is translated from a scandanivan (sp) blog site via google translator so it might not be all accurate:

Tony Barrett of The Times reports that pressure is mounting on Liverpool to find a buyer for the naming rights to a new stadium for the club in Stanley Park. Such a partner will partially finance the construction of the new stadium. Fenway Sports Group is still considering the two possible solutions, and they have not taken any final decision. But The Times understands that the cost of renovating Anfield will be so great that we now seem to prefer a move to Stanley Park. Liverpool City Council has given the football club for another three months to decide whether to sign the lease for the use of the site in Stanley Park. A lease agreement that will apply to 999 years into the future. The Times says, however, that the City Council has made ​​it clear to the club that they want a decision on this in late September. FSG has thus in practice three months to find someone who will buy the naming rights to the new great room. It is possible that Liverpool may request a further extension of the deadline, and it is not unlikely that they will get it. But FSG president Sam Kennedy will now stand to intensify the search for a partner who will have their name on Liverpool's new stadium. Another factor that now speaks for moving to Stanley Park, is that the price of a new stadium can be as much as 15% lower than previously anticipated due to a fall in the construction industry. The draft of a new stadium with a capacity of 60 000 spectators as Tom Hicks decided to go for in 2008, when kostnadsbereget to £ 310M Basic. The price can be reduced by as much as £ 46m. plans to Tom Hicks will be reviewed by FSG, but there are also plans that Rick Parry had gone in before the previous American owners came into the picture. Liverpool FC is still valid building permit for both the two plans, which means that construction can begin immediately after the FSG may give green light to build new in Stanley Park.


Don't claim to be ITK but thought I'd pass it on.

Cheers
JJ

 

 

 

 

{Ed009's Note - Sean Robinson, I have already posted your post in banter and repeatedly sending it will not help.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 22:42:03
Why do most of the Eds bar a few agree nearly world for word for with Ed002. If Ed002 says things are a pipe dream then they must be eh. I appreciate that you get asked a lot of the same questions but in different ways but if Ed002 says it the other Eds. Ed009 just nearly give the same answer word for word about Hazzard and Cisshko, seems were getting beat in the left back race off Arsenal for him and Enrique. I cant wait for Mata or Hazzard to sign to we can put our hanky's away. Chopper Read {Ed002's Note - Chopper, there remains a chance of Mata but I just figure that the chances are slim if Downing signs up. If not, the chances of Mata move right on up the scale again. Hazard is maybe a wish too far. As for the other Eds, you would think they agree out of respect for me. But I figure it is the threat of violence. But don't blame them if I am wrong - I was wrong over Suarez and Marveaux remember.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 22:41:50
Arda Turan plays like suarez as a winger. Watch Turan's skills

www.youtube.com/watch?v=73S9ScjyiXM

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 22:38:34
as eds have said hazard wont be joining so give them a break,

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 22:33:39
07 Jul 2011 22:19:21
07 Jul 2011 21:59:28
Nothing to do with liverpool but charlotte jackson on ssn mmmmm haha :-)
------------------------------ I was thinking the same mate ;) and she supports Liverpool :)
--------------------------------- who's your fave ed ;) {Ed009's Note - got to be Charlotte Jackson yummmmmmmy.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 22:33:20
07 Jul 2011 22:19:21
07 Jul 2011 21:59:28
Nothing to do with liverpool but charlotte jackson on ssn mmmmm haha :-)
------------------------------ I was thinking the same mate ;) and she supports Liverpool :)
--------------------------------- who's your fave ;)

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 22:33:11
Think Sunderland could be a surprise package next season - Heard they are looking to land Defoe or Bellamy also. If avail I think Defoe would be a gr8 signing for Lpool

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 22:32:45
Anybody who is doubting Stewart Downing's ability should watch his pinpoint accuracy demonstration

www.youtube.com/watch?v=6HCvpk1QsaM

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 22:19:21
07 Jul 2011 21:59:28
Nothing to do with liverpool but charlotte jackson on ssn mmmmm haha :-)
------------------------------ I was thinking the same mate ;) and she supports Liverpool :)

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 22:14:39
Liverpool are looking at Turan that is why a friendly has been arranged. In other news after the signing of Downing, bid tomorrow, Bent will be the next target which will see one or two of these players leaving in the opposite direction: Konchesky, Cole, Ngog

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 22:13:28
The reasons that KK is going after Stuart Downing as a priority, (a) Downing is an English player and is still quite young(26 years) (b) He delivered 326 crosses into the middle for Aston Villa last year, the success rate wernt great but thats because he didnt have the likes of Andy Carroll in the middle who can actually head the ball (c) He has the pace to get down the wing and put a final ball in unlike the Lennons and the walcotts of the world.

That in my opinion is why Stuart Downing is the main priority of LFC at the moment.

Sean Robinson

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 22:10:03
I know this isnt a rumour, but i feel everyone should see this and understand why KK is going for Stuart Downing.

The reasons that KK is going after Stuart Downing as a priority, (a) Downing is an English player and is still quite young(26 years) (b) He delivered 326 crosses into the middle for Aston Villa last year, the success rate wernt great but thats because he didnt have the likes of Andy Carroll in the middle who can actually head the ball (c) He has the pace to get down the wing and put a final ball in unlike the Lennons and the walcotts of the world.

That in my opinion is why Stuart Downing is the main priority of LFC at the moment.

Sean Robinson

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 22:11:36
{Ed009's Note - he will be joining. If it makes a difference to you whether he does so in the next hour or day you should find him, and take up the speed of his dotted line technique with him. I am not sure that any of our other targets are close enough to sign tomorrow.} u expecting signings tomarrow ed? {Ed009's Note - other than perhaps Adam, I doubt it, unless we make much progress with Downing.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 21:35:23
Ed0022 said that SSN reporter is talking crap and arsenal have not bid for mata, I think I still believe ed002 tho

Square tomato

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 22:00:47
I know this isnt a rumour, but i feel everyone should see this and understand why KK is going for Stuart Downing.

The reasons that KK is going after Stuart Downing as a priority, (a) Downing is an English player and is still quite young(26 years) (b) He delivered 326 crosses into the middle for Aston Villa last year, the success rate wernt great but thats because he didnt have the likes of Andy Carroll in the middle who can actually head the ball (c) He has the pace to get down the wing and put a final ball in unlike the Lennons and the walcotts of the world.

That in my opinion is why Stuart Downing is the main priority of LFC at the moment.

Sean Robinson

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 21:59:28
Nothing to do with liverpool but charlotte jackson on ssn mmmmm haha :-)

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 21:50:26
my take on adam not been unvveilled yet is that lfc will do a double r treble unveiling
irish kop

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 21:50:10
Hi ed quick question when Adam officially signs tomorrow probably dya reckon him and Henderson will be unveiled together. Thanks.
Greg
YNWA. {Ed009's Note - Has Henderson still not be unveiled? Perhaps, or maybe there won't be an unveiling at all. They are considered far less important these days.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 21:36:52
Every Liverpool fan would love Hazard to come to LFC. Correct me if i am wrong but dont Hazard and Sterling play in the same position. Wouldn't that mean one of them will want to leave in a few years time in order to gain regular starts. What do you think ed? {Ed009's Note - they can both play in several positions. Sterling on either wing if needs be and Hazard just off the striker. Having both would be the best kind of problem.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 21:32:36
Ok I have this gut feeling that Liverpool will sign one big signing this summer, I don't think we will get Mata as we will be aiming for this player once the Copa America has finished.

Liverpool are interested in him and he has stated he wants to leave his club this summer which may force our hand earlier than we had wished (I.e. next summer).
Its not Tevez but Aguero and I will try to explain why my gut (feeling) may have some weight to it:

Liverpool have been linked to him for some time and I have a feeling that flexibility is the key to Liverpool's tactics next season, we need as a team to adapt and evolve to who we are playing. 442, 433, 4231, 451 will all be used I feel. Aguero is a hard working forward (a cross imo between Suarez and Messi) he will tackle back, dribble, shoot you name it and he is loyal. Loyalty and hardworking I think are key to KK and the stats will not disappoint DC. At 23 years old and a price of 40m I think he is a bargain for a player who not only fits FSG model to a T, but furthermore given the right surrounding could challenge Messi and is better than Tevez. He can win games on his own

Now the odds sly sports had him listed at 7/1 last week this changed to 20/1 early this week and is now 10/1 to join Liverpool (KK check your phone). Now 10/1 isn't the best odds but then look at who has better odds:

Real Madrid 2/1: Now never say never but given what he said about A.Madrid and what they have done for him I doubt he will move there. As I said he is a loyal person and the A.Madrid fans would hate him for it.

Juve: 2/1: I feel are our only direct competition at this moment but I feel we would beat them to his signature.

Man. City 3/1: If (which I am sure he does) he talks to Tevez do you really think he will join Mancini as I feel it is clear that Tevez is not a fan of Mancini hence transfer request.

Chelsea: 12/1 I think if AVB is clever he will by players who are loyal to him (like Mourinho did) and the high risk of the Manager getting the boot I feel rules them out.

Barca: 16/1 If Barca had any sense this is exactly who they should be buying but I think their eyes are elsewhere.

I have also heard that he is a Liverpool fan (cannot confirm this) and we also have a space available for his father-in-law as assistant (joke, can you imagine)
Anyhow feel free to slate me (Ed002 take that pin away from my bubble). Hope it comes true.

K79 {Ed009's Note - I think he is a pipe dream, unfortunately. The obstacle is neither the price tag - we could afford it if we really wanted it - and it is not wholly his wages either - for similar reasons - but striker is just not that great of a focus anymore.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 21:19:58
Can anyone explain the delay in the Charlie Adam deal? Be great to see him play as he will allow gerrard to be relieved from pressure as now someone else can supply the balls for the more advanced players. He's a fantastic signing.

Would like to see Scott Dann in the team, fits the model well as he is young and his best years ahead of him. Cheaper option than Cahill


Good news that Arne riise is back in the premiership. We didn't go for him because as John Henry said we are lnot looking at filling gaps for a season anymore, it's a long term and exciting project.

Excited about this coming season and in my opinion don't expect another striker. Kuyt will be used as back up for a forward and Imagine Adam Morgan may get a chance but not too much too early. He looked impressive in his minimum amount of appearances in the under 17s world cup.

Cheers all

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 21:18:30
hi ed (or anyone ) whats happening with charlie adam has he officially signed yet (whats the hold up etc) {Ed002's Note - Just have patience.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 21:06:52
I've had a eureka moment The reason why Liverpool want to sign Doni is for one reason- the Indian market. Can you imagine ''Please welcome to the stage, Doni'' Thinking they are about to see MS Dhoni, Indian sporting and cultural idol, when actually, it's our reserve goalie Gotta love Mr Henry, what a joker

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 21:05:45
What's taking so long with Adam ed? {Ed002's Note - It'll all be done soon. It may even of happened.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 21:02:56
Hi ed,
I know you said soon, but whats the hold up with the Adam deal? Surely it doesn't take 24 hours to do a medical and agree personal terms {Ed002's Note - Why the rush?}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 21:00:50
ed's i really wish you'd make it compulsory to sign your posts as i'm sick to death of the spineless t**ts that come on here slagging off kk or some of the players and then don't have the balls to post there name, i understand everyone's entitled to there own opinion just don't spineless about it.
paul {Ed002's Note - I'll see what we can do.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 21:30:04
Hi Ed- just wondering would you have any idea how transfers are done? specifically with damien comolli? I know you probably dont know this but i am curious as to how they make contact with players/agents etc. do Commolli and daglish et al sit in room with prospects and ring agents first or club or whatever- and do the buying team first state how much they are willing to pay? Maybe someone has an idea Great site {Ed009's Note - There is a board of people who sit together and agree on targets as far as that can work. There is no doubt who holds the greatest sway though, and that is Kenny Dalglish. Commoli is chief scout, and his most important independent duty is as a chief negotiator.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 21:22:03
Ed if we assume that Messi receives 10 marks out of 10 for his performance last season. How much marks will you give to these liverpool players as well as their transfer targets for their performance last season:
Lucas
Charlie Adam(now a liverpool player)
Juan Mata
Stewart Downing
Aquilani(In Italian league)
N'zogbia
Enrique {Ed009's Note - So a ten is defined as Messi's standard? Nobody else in the world can score more than an 8 then, surely? I'll do my best though: 7, 6, 7, 6, 5, 5.5, 5. May seem harsh but that is on Messi's terms.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 21:21:08
Hi Ed

King Kenny is rolling back the years and putting in place what he thinks is a tried and tested method to success.
He has now got his jan Molby in Adam, steve mcmahon in gerrard, is looking for his John Barnes, suarez in the mould of himself, and Kelly in the form of nicol that. Everything is falling into place next a peter beardsley in the form of Mata, Downing or Turan. A make up of a team full of British born players. Whats your thoughts Ed

Evered {Ed009's Note - I don't think you can really directly compare players so easily as that, but he does appear to be building a legacy more than instant success, with a group of players who are team - as opposed to a bunch of superstars with over massaged egos.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 19:32:48
who will be are one big signing that we was promised? {Ed009's Note - I suggest you take this up with the local newsagent who promised you such a scandalous thing, because nobody in the club promised a 'big' signing as such.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 19:24:32
As there is over 50 days to go before the transfer window closes - we have plenty of time to strengthen the squad. I believe that kenny certainly has brought back some of the old values. Charlie Adam still hasn't been announced as a signing - I think that it is a return to the values of nobody ismore important than the team.
I look forward to having a strong bench aswell as teangnnnnn of departures and more solid signings before end of window.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 19:15:45
Hello Ed's .....Just been reading about Cristian Chivu at first I thought no way..(age).. Then I read some more, I think this could be an extremely good signing as he ain't going to block the youth coming through and could help teach them a hell of alot whilst still being a very good, well experienced defender. My question is basically is there anything you guys/girls can add other than he 'might' be a target....thanks

K79 {Ed009's Note - personally I can't see it. He would command large wages and I don't believe he is physically up for this league yet. If the club were to look at an older left back so as not to inhibit Robinson's development, Riise could be available for as little as 2 million.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 20:45:42
I've got a very good feeling that behind the scenes at anfield there is a deal in place to bring the highly talented arda turan to merseyside, my reason being he is young, very skillful and fits in with kk style of play, plus would also have a good sell on value in the future. I want to come to LIVERPOOL are his own words. Maybe all this talk of downing is a big blag, wait and see.
THE RED NINJA

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 20:39:55
Hi ed just wondering if u can shed any light on why the charlie adam deal is taking so long is he a lfc player yet ? Cheers {Ed002's Note - Soon.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 20:38:18
Why did we let Riise sign for Fulham? Surely we can afford 2.5m for someone with experience. IMO defense is about solidarity and working in unison. Rmbr back when finnan, carra, hyppia, & riise would dominate and rack up offsides etc. That's what we need- a consistent back four that can work as a team. Move GJ into midfield & play kelly- cahill (carra)- skrtyl-vargas for the next 5 yrs and then I we'll see if any lil chichiritos can beat the trap and get thru.... azkop

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 20:34:16
i got some strong sources telling me if city will be successfull with their nasri bid . Liverpool will go for James Milner . By the way on wikipedia it says that milner is a lfc player . i know anyone could write on wikipedia i am just saying if anyone is interested

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 20:27:36
Sorry to post so soon again but i couldn't disagree with the poster about Carroll more. I doubt for one minute K.K lie's in bed thinking about him, he's already been to a concert with. On a serious note, what are you talking about with Carroll cant take the ball as you put it, to feet and his lack of technique. When we see a fully fit Carroll we'll see his control is just fine like it was at Newcastle. He dominates centre halves by backing in and controling it, laying it off and getting in the box. Ask our defender's who played against him can he control a ball. Everytime it was played upto him, feet, chest and head, they couldn't live with him. And his shooting technique is up their with the best. Gets over the ball and smashe's it, keeps it down as well, you dont see many of his shots skyed. We all know the circumstances of why he cost as much as he did. Just out of curiostity was you moaning about him being by far the quickest player to react to Raul M's miss hit shot and smashed a rocket past Hart. If your over 6.2 as a centre forward, seems that all people think players can do can head it. And when Downing does sign, we'll see how many goals he gets. 20 league goals min. Give the guy a break, things are taking shape now, backroom staff and the player's. We just need to get rid of the obvious deadwood and a an 3 or 4 more signing's and we'll not only have a top class starting 11, but a bench that will have real impact players and game changer's on it. Jonson6

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 20:25:47
Ed do u have any idea why the Adam signing hasn't been completed yet? There must be something holding it up
Red Leicester {Ed002's Note - Just have patience.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 20:23:45
Why are you classing ngog as a striker? I will give you kuyt but ngog??
What are you thinking man.

On another note, I can't guess who we will sign - I don't think anyone can but if downing is purchased I would be more than pleased. A winger that has pace and can cross z ball proven in the premiership Spot on kk

Still think a left back and possibly a back up striker is required and would love a world class def mid, Lucas was better last season but I'm not convinced he is good enough if we want to compete at the top level.
Only my view.
RH LFC

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 20:23:31
Hi ed, lamela is on his way to tons and soon boyan and stekelinburg the ajax keeper. Thanks MALTA. {Ed002's Note - I'll take your word for it.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 20:22:06
Hey, great site eds Just letting everyone know there is no chance of any movement for other players exept Charlie Adam as liverpool want to tie up the 6 month deal. They will offer one more offer to villa for downing and if it fails, I expect they will leave it. Adam should be done be done tonight as medical was passed an. Personal terms should not have and hiccups ad he has said he wants to join but we never know. What do u think eds? {Ed002's Note - "6 month deal"?}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 20:16:29
Okay so this is what ive concluded regarding the Downing-Mata Affair. Overall, Mata is a better player. But Downing is also a pretty good player.
Right now all we need is a natural winger who whips crosses in at the byline with Pace and Precision, and that is definitely Downing. Carrol would just love downings balls on his head all day long (lol), Mata is more of a skillfull type of player who likes to cut in and go across towards goal. We dont need that as we have Suarez, we need a natural crosser of the Ball. That my friends is Downing and i think he fits Kennys Bill. Wonderful Signing to be honest and surely if we sign him we wont sign Mata, cause we HAVE to spend money on our Defence. If we get Downing for 16 Million ill be a happy man. So quit whining reds, and trust Kenny :D

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 20:12:52
Ed I just read the article about how Charlie Adam will fit in at Liverpool on Caughtoffside and it has really changed my mind Amazing how Scottish players always seem to do well at Liverpool Can't wait to see how he does next season Your thoughts Ed? Cheers. {Ed002's Note - No thoughts - sorry.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 20:03:44
Mata
Turan
Dann
Cissokho

All coming...

Big Roge

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 20:03:37
Re news international. Could some one post or give a clue to what papers besides the 2 obvious ones they own. I'm sure a few other fans besides me are not fully onto every paper they publish so i/we can make sure we swerve reading anything published by them without knowing it altogether. Or any none Liverpool supporting Eds.Thanks. Jonson6 {Ed002's Note - Sky Sports, The Times.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 19:46:56
MJ {Ed002's Note - What I am about to tell you is not to be repeated. I understand that the meeting between Comolli and Reina went well indeed - lots of laughter and wet towel snapping. Comolli said that Reina could choose any one player he wanted to join him at Liverpool to make him stay - and Comolli, Dalglish and FSG would move heaven and earth to make it happen for Reina. After much thought, Pepe decided it was Stewart Downing who he needed as a team mate. Makes sense now doesn't it? Everything suddenly falls in to place.}

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Ok 002 you have now convinced us all the sense of humour has returned. That reply hints you might be overdose on it................full marks

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 19:45:25
Hi ed,
Any word why Adam hasnt signed yet? {Ed002's Note - Wait a while longer.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 19:44:33
Stephen Darby today stated this ' I join Rochdale with pide in my heart from playing with LFC in Europa competetions and my future is still at the club as i'm only on loan here at Rochdale. I hope to return for next years pre-season training and hope to be in next seasons first team line up in 60% of the games. ' OFFICAL STATEMENT LFC TV

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 19:40:56
Great site i am addicted 2 this 24 hours a day
Do u think we will see pictures on liverpool website of charlie adam in a liverpool shirt tonight?

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 19:39:19
i think kk has laid his bed and he must lie on it. buying caroll for 35m was insane to say the least; now kk is looking for wingers to provide caroll with crosses. we all know caroll is not good technically, taking the ball to feet is not one of is greatest attributes. lfc played their best last season when caroll was not in the team, immediately he came back against spur it was laid bare for us to see that kk got it wrong. to right the wrong now, we are spending the whole summer to go after average players becos we want to feed caroll the high balls when better technically gift players are available at reasonable price. hope this is not the begining of kk down fall.... we shouldn't have bought caroll in the first place. before you guys start shooting from the hips that in kk we trust, just think about it.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 19:37:01
£20m for Downing why not try to get vargas. watch peru match he is rock.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 19:14:21
Chaps
Believe me there is lots of time left yet in the transfer window. The volcano that is Abramovich's wallet hasn't erupted yet.
There'll be frantic deals done on the last day and all sorts.
The Real KB

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 19:09:43
Who are the 'Eds'?
Why does everyone ask them?
How do we know that they are credible? {Ed002's Note - My recommendation is that you start a campaign on Twitter and Facebook called "Eds Out".}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 18:54:21
I cant believe all the whinging and moaning lots of LFC 'fans' are doing about this transfer window. We are finally in a position to spend money on better players and yet its still not good enough. Do the moaners not remember the position we in not so long ago financially?

Also people whining about signin Downing instead of Mata. Get a grip How many of you even heard of Mata properly until we were linked with him then you probably watched him on youtube? Downing will be a very good addition to the squad and yet 'fans' dare to question our transfer dealings

Whoever the club wants and brings in is down to them. They buy the players with there money not ours. Whoever comes in should be backed 100% not slated before theyve kicked a ball.

To say we've 'lost' targets to is pathetic. Do people not realise that we're not the only team goin for certain players?

I just want all the negativity to stop surrounding our potential signings and for everyone to get behind us. WAIT AND SEE WHO COMES IN THEN LETS SEE HOW WE'VE DONE NEXT MAY

YNWA JayRed

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 18:39:04
Many Liverpool fans would agree that we only want players who want to play for the club. For me players who wants the move should be put ahead off others. Turan and Park Chu Young are no-brainers for me. We don't need to spend 15/20m on another Striker when Park Chu will be avabilbe for 6m and Morgan can always cover aswell. For me the team lack pace out wide. Turan is a life long LFC fan who would love to play for use and for 12m we would be stupid not to consider it.

Thats only 18m on two very good players which will then leave allot of money left for a go at Mata or Sakho or Cissokho.

But at the end of the day Kenny knows who we need more than me.

Wheeler92

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 18:36:31
Dempsey rumor picking up steam. Possible ngog + 2m

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 18:22:11
hi Eds if we get some more players nd dont sell any1 r wage bill will b huge will that b a prob nd what wil b the 25 man team tar {Ed002's Note - But it won't happen, so need need to worry.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 18:34:53
this season at least we dont have champions league to offer potential signings so we may well have to wait for the mata's, cissokho's and sakho's of this world till next seasons inevitable top 4 finish
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'Inevitable top 4 finish'? And who exactly will we be replacing in the current top 4?

All of the other teams will strengthen as well you know.

Adam

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 18:17:11
Eds why hasn't Liverpool confirmed Charlie yet? This is becoming very long and drawn out

Thanks

Red10 {Ed002's Note - He is due to sign on the dotted line sometime this afternoon. I am sorry you are finding it so frustrating.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 18:13:52
Our sponsors would like an Asian player. We are about to start an Asian Tour. Surely they would love a BIG name Asian star to be playing for Liverpool on the tour? Honda? Park Chu-Young? What are the chances of an Asian player signing, soon?

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 18:12:58
Fulham have agreed fee for john arne riise. This is bad news as I would love him to return to us and when he left the letter he wrote to fans suggested he would always love us so I really think we should get in there and take him from under fulhams noses he would also add another dimension to our set pieces with him adam, gerrard, suarez , arelio and agger. Ed would you like a return of the ging ha? {Ed009's Note - I think he is too old personally, but I do have fond memories.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 18:12:50
do u honestly think mata would join arsenal over the likes of barca and real if they show an interest. anyone can see they are on the brink. their biggest ever transfer is 13m. mata is 25 mill. although i agree it is unlikely we will get him. turan supports lfc and would give his all. i would love him to come. however downing 4 20m hmm...............

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 18:08:57
This leaves room for News International to bring out The Sunday Sun. Any right thinking person will leave any paper produced by News International on the floor of the newsagent.

People of this city have not forgiven them for the lies they printed in 1989. The people of the UK should not forgive them for the lack of respect shown to victims of terrorism and their families, victims and families of victims of child murderers and families of HM Forces killed in action.

Please give this rag in whatever form a large swerve.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 18:04:30
The outrageous paper with the phone hackers is to print its last copy on Sunday. Praise the lord. Shame its sister paper wont do the same the shafter's. Jonson6

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 18:00:45
ed has Charlie Adam been on a diet he seems a lot trimmer than last year or are the liverpool camera men using a new camera lens?

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 17:39:43
Eds, love the site but it is getting really boring with the same s**t every half an hour from people I know its not your fault but people need to stop talking about the following. . . Yes we would all like Bojan, jeffren, Hazard and Mata to be at Liverpool but bloody hell, let it go people We all also know that we need to get rid of the crap hanging on for a pay day - Cole, Poulsen, Ngog, Jovanovic, El Zah etc but can we all stop saying it. This is supposed to be a 'Football Rumour' page, not a whinging old woman site. Can we please have genuine rumours, speculation or inside info. Thoughts Eds?

Thanks

Red10

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 17:48:20
Until Mata has signed for someone else he's a chance of coming here.If the a lot of fans are so sure that he's going to Arsenal or Sprus get down to the bookie's and make a killin considering his odds are 5/1 and 8/1 respectively. Ed002 remind's us Liverpool do things behind closed doors. Who's to say we wont match the offer. I just hope for once Ed002 (complement not sarcism) you get this one wrong. Jonson6

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 17:48:04
ed if downing is to be signed for the left wing and mata is second choice for the left wing then who are we trying to sign for the right wing: sorry for the long question ed {Ed009's Note - I am not entirely sure if it is a priority - both Kuyt and Henderson can play there to one degree or another. Cazorla is a possibility.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 17:46:07
so the NOTW is closing down........justice for the 96........now the rest of news international........we will wait.........it dosen't matter how long........but justice will be done........news international........

Tobey

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 17:44:06
I've Been told some disapointing news by so many people and that's Juan Mata, sissokho, Hazard, Turan, Aguero, Lavezzi, Neymar and Hamsik are not even being considered by Liverpool at all. Arsenal have apparently tied up deals for Hazard, Mata and sissokho. The other targets will be joining other clubs. Don't want to disappoint you guys but its true. Our own actions in the window proves that. We have funds available but were not pursuing star targets this summer. I personally think that a few other players not including Doni and Downing will arrive and will be very surprising signings, what I'm finding hard to figure out is who they will be? Will they be Premiership proven or will they be proven foreign players. One thing is certain, these 4 signings will not be convincing enough or capable of getting us in the top 4 when the other clubs are improving on another level then us, we would of improved a poor team but at the same time the top 4 teams would have improved more so that leaves us in the same position.

I would just like to state that Liverpool need to be buying players that have flair and pace What is being done about this ongoing and obvious problem? That may well be the deciding difference between us and the top 4 next season if we don't bring in players with such qualities proven in the Premiership or not. I just want to ask one of the eds how many more players do you think will be joining us not including Downing and Doni and do you think by the end of the window the gap between us and the top 4 would of increased more? Quite possibly this time next year players like the ones I've mentioned above will not be available and would never be sold to us anyway, we will he on this webpage again hopelessly wishing for star players to arrive.

Daniel Hanwell

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 17:19:44
Hi Ed's just a simple question so please dont moan at me or slate me please as i can tell the constant Mata questions are starting to annoy you guys... im just wondering why FSG say that they will buy young players with the potential of a high profit so why are they going to pay over the odds for Downing i know he is a talented player but i cant see his price increasing by even the smallest of margins whilst Mata and Hazard could end up round the £50-60 million mark in 4-5 years now i know were prob not after Mata or Hazard but i was just wondering
Thanks Ed's Great Job

MJ {Ed009's Note - Don't worry about asking the same questions, I enjoy having something to do with my time! Hazard is not a viable signing, straight off the bat. Mata however is and it is simply a case of following up the enquiry we made for the player. Downing seems to be the priority though and as such we may well miss out to Spurs or - more likely - Arsenal. I feel that if we did bid, we would have more chance than Spurs and their wage cap of £70,000, and perhaps more than Arsenal too; with guaranteed playing time and perhaps more wages.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 17:30:34
Not LFC related, but its something that does my head right in Thank F*** the king, Comolli, John H and the players don't stop outside Mellwood and speak to the SSN reporters and fill them in on everything to do with transfers, player gossip and club related matters

You see Arry bearing his soul to Sky, doing a poor job at covering up the discontent of Modric. You see Daniel Levy doing the same. VDV throwing his hat in the ring. The list goes on No shame and defo not the way to do things. Thank your lucky penny farthing that WE have reverted back to the old ways of keeping things under our trilby's, and doing business behind closed doors with some dignity.

We will see the usual jelly'd eel eating, tax dodging, Appy to oblige gavna, pie n mash lovin, East Landan Arry coming out to the camera's in the final hour of the summer transfer window with a brew, to tell them about which player they just got the paper work through for with a minute to spare.

Do me a fava Av a word Arry

Scott78

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 17:22:01
Downing is first choice over mata and turan because he is a natural wide man sticks 2 the wing mata and turan tend 2 drift into middle. If we have andy we need service from wide areas not the best player 2 run onto a ball from middle saurez will thou and we have stevie and Adam to supply him with these passes . this is why I would prefer downing purely for the service 2 andy

Cheers rigg10 thinkin parctical not fantasy.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 17:21:32
07 Jul 2011 14:55:25
arda turan is coming mark my words
---------------------------
Whose words? You forgot to leave your name.

Eddy C {Ed009's Note - this way everybody who doesn't post under a pseudonym can claim they broke the news first...}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 16:00:09
Ed028, never had chance to ask you a question mate. I checked Cazorla's stats and his goal scoring record is amazing. Just shy of 1 in 3 for his club and 13 in 30odd caps for Spain. Is he an out an out wide player or can he play other positions? His goal record has shocked me and i think we should make a big effort to sign him because his assist record last season was the second best in La Liga. Jonson6 {Ed009's Note - Ed028 is not around presently, but he is a winger who likes to cut inside. Its this reason which makes me think Downing might be more suitable for big Andy. If we could get both though, they would be fantastic signings.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 17:13:09
id love to see downing and turan on the wings for lfc i think were a force to be reckoned with now how we finished the 2010-2011 campiagn and the transfers weve had but width and left back need to be sorted and quickly so they settle into the team before the sunderlans match..

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 17:13:49
To those knocking Downing's ability, you don't know what you are talking about. Do you think KK is stupid. Downing not Young was Villa's player of the year last season (in a struggling side). He scores goals, retains possession, has pace, delivers great crosses and tracks back when needed. His Opta stats are great and he offers KK flexibility as he can switch to the right or play upfront during a game. He is also proven in the Premiership and will be able to hit the ground running with no risk that he will find the premiership to tough for his liking. We do not have player with his quality in his position. Yes he may be 26, but we will get 5 or 6 good years out of him and that's good enough for me. He can then pass the mantle to Raheem Sterling. Reality Red

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 17:12:36
Its been very very quiet on the LFC website today, anyone else get the feeling that they are busy finalizing deals and focusing on things that matter? Just a hunch.

I also hope we seal the Downing deal before the preseason tour to China, if we do it will be a huge benefit to the team and the way they gel together before the start of the season.

JC

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 17:11:00
I would hope liverpool will sign the following people :

Cissokho
Dann
Mata/Lavezzi

This would make liverpool potent enough to get into the top four and possibly challenge for the title. I think Kenny will play a 3-5-2 away from home and a 4-3-3 at home.

YNWA
Indian Scouser

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 16:58:46
Ok, let's get one thing straight here. What I of a player will have no influence on how I treat/behave towards them.

Do I like/want Downing? Absolutely no.
Will I give him my support should he come?
Damn right I will. To not do so would be folly of the highest order.

Any player/staff representing Liverpool ought to be give full support, to the extent that such support is justified.
So it would benefit no one, certainly not me, to put down any player.

Saying that, however, I have views, views I entitled to air.
And I still maintain that, in my POV, Vargas would've been a far better option that Downing (I gave my reasons in a post yesterday why).

It's also my view that Juan Mata could've been a very important player for LFC than Downing or N'Zogbia.
He'd want to come and we can afford him. He's world class material, something every team needs to compete successfully.

Downing and N'Zogbia aren't world class material. They would, however, make excellent back-ups.
Downing/N'Zogbia and Mata/Vargas are better than Downing or N'Zogbia per se.

But we know that Mata or Vargas aren't a priority right now, in fact he may well be not even be a serious target at all.
The likelihood is that neither of them will be at Anfield next season.

This is something I'm in disagreement with, and I've made a point of stating that.

My issue is not that I think Dalglish and Comolli are mugs, no.
My beef is with those individual who readily dismiss as "pseudo fans" or "whingers" anyone who dares to question Kenny's judgment.

Those individuals who've elevated Kenny into this messianic figuer who cannot possibly err and is beyond scrutiny.
"Just trust Kenny or h*** off to the Spam, moran", they'll tell you.

It's such self-righteous bigots and fascists I'm at war with.
I'll end this by saying, regarding new signings, whoever they are,

I'll give them my full support but dare to say what I think about them.

Burmeister

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 16:57:58
ed what do you think of the potential signing of Doni from Roma do you rate him at all?
cheers Eoghan {Ed002's Note - It will probably happen I hear. I have no thoughts on him at all aside from I was expecting a late bid from Atletico.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 16:57:48
How many left backs are there in the world which we are after.
Now apparantly we are after Chivu.
Come on DC AND KK get one and quick because they are all going.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 16:57:28
Ed I think these Mata rumours are exactly the same as the David Villa rumours when Benitez was in charge. Villa was coming every year to us. I just don't think we will get Mata and I reckon you are thinking the same. Am I right??

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 16:57:22
For all the fans so desperate to see Mata why not just start supporting Valencia or whatever club he signs for - he is not the be all and end all of world football..IMO..

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 16:56:53

how's agger now? and this calcification thing, is it still a problem? in the website theres photos of him in training, i guess he would be ok? or still need some more rest?

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 16:55:55
I think a lot of people on here are missing the point when arguing that Mata is better than Downing. If it is that Kenny and Comolli are looking at proven Premier League players then it's a no-brainer. All you lot spouting about how carp Downing is obviously have no knowledge of football whatsoever. He'd fit straight into our team and perform consistently, guaranteed.
Mata? Yes, he's an excellent player but it would be a risk to bring him here. If he struggles to adapt, which is a big possibility (weather, homesickness, physicality, whatever), you lot will be jumping on his, Kenny's and Comolli's back in a flash.
Listen to the Eds, trust the management, get behind the team and any new faces and we'll all feel better.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 16:54:33
for h*** sake will everbody stop moaning, we're not signing anyone, we shud of gone for this person, we lost are targets. we are liverpool fans, the best fans in the land, listenin to you lot on here u sound more like spoilt kids. kenny dalglish is the liverpool manager, he knows what he's doing, keep the faith

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 16:48:33
Hey Ed's....with Charlie Adam virtually signed now do you see Jordan Henderson being a definate to play wide right since Charlie will most definately be playing in a playmaker/controlling role? {Ed002's Note - I suspect he will play on the right.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 16:46:09
Valencia & Galatasaray games is where we will finalise the the Mata and Turan deals

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 16:43:52
at the end of the day, in order to win trophies, you've got to have a good team

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 16:41:12
Remy
Toivonen
Figueroa
Turan

LAVERS

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 16:37:00
the galatasary friendly was all to do with insua last summer, idiots.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 16:33:48
07 Jul 2011 16:05:44

{Ed002's Note - Seems Doni may be popping along pretty soon.} soon as in today ed?

{Ed002's Note - Soon. Why the obsession with time?}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 16:32:25
**Juan Mata 25m - valencia friendly arranged
Arda Turan £13m - galatasary friendly arranged
Jordan Henderson - £16m
Charlie Adam - £7m
Doni - next 24 hours

CB , LB , ST and maybe anothet Winger

D5**

Hey Dee Five
You forgot to mention the following definate transfers;
Liu Sheng 10m - Guangdong friendly arranged
Nick Barmby 7m (plus Aquilani) - Hull City friendly arranged
Lars Iver Strand 8m - Valerenga friendly arranged

My case is rested...
The Insane

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 16:12:25
Was thinking of a song for Adam and I thought 'why not one about all our scottish players?'. Agree if you like it, disagree if you don't:

To the tune of O Flower Of Scotland

O flower of Scotland
When will we see the like again?
Of Souness and Hansen?
Of Liddell and Nicol and Ken?
Or Yeats and St. John,
proud Shankly's army,
now Adam and Wilson
they're here again

Red Ollie

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 16:10:54
Eds PLEASE can you give a good reason why Downing would be a good signing? OTHER then the fact that he has a good cross? {Ed002's Note - Downing is a decent player and would improve the squad. It is certainly not up to the editors to justify the choices of Dalglish and his team.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 16:00:33
Juan Mata 25m - valencia friendly arranged
Arda Turan £13m - galatasary friendly arranged
Jordan Henderson - £16m
Charlie Adam - £7m
Doni - next 24 hours

CB , LB , ST and maybe anothet Winger

D5

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 15:56:52
RETURN TO INSTABUL IS AN INDICATION SOMETHING HAS GONE ON.SURELY ARDA TURAN'S SPECULATION HAS ALL GONE QUIET AND WE HAVE A FRIENDLY IN INSTABUL.THIS LEAGUE IS OURS FOR SURE.TURAN WELCOME TO LFC.YNWA

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 15:53:02
I have to admit, I will be sorry to see Mata playing for Arsenal next season, but I also realise that the majority of the hype surrounding a possible Mata deal, was created and expanded upon, by the very people who now complain about him "slipping through our fingers".
There is no doubt that Mata is a fantastic player, but really, do some fans think that Keegan would spend 15-20 million on a player (Downing) if they didn't believe with every fibre, that he was going to be successful?
Few people were sure about Suarez before he arrived. We had all seen him at the WC, but I remember so many questions regarding Dutch league flops (Alvarez to name but one). And we all know what happened....in the short time he had last season, he simply TORE IT UP.
Torres. Remember the worries? Its too much for someone not familiar with the PL, he's too much, he's too young etc. We know what happened...he simply TORE IT UP.
Carrol will, I AM SURE, be a wonderful signing. We know how terrifying that big long haired lump is for defenders. And I for one am looking forward to his first out-jumping of John Terry. Will be a great day.

There will always be questions and reservations about any player worth 15 million plus, but NO ONE is better placed (both tactically, AND financially) to decide who will fit the club as a whole that the current managerial setup.
We have no choice but to watch what happens.
KK does not take opinion from this site. This site is for us to glow in success, and wax lyrical of expectation.

I am ALWAYS looking forward to the next season, even if we had bought NO new players. But we have. The future best English CM, the future best English CF, and Englands current and future BEST LW.
Relax.
It'll be fine.

The Insane

(p.s. Stop all the f&*king bellyaching)

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 15:25:13
So Arsenal and Spurs have met Mata's fee, what the hell are we doing arguing with Villa over Downing so? Makes no sense to me. Would frustrate me so much to see him at the Emirates not to mind White Hart Lane as we all know he would pick us over the Gooners and the Spuds.
The Poacher

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 15:21:53
Ed Kenny is not mentioning the name Real Madrid, Knowing he likes to keep everything hush hush does this mean a bid for Ronaldo on the horizon ?

Just thought if every one else is asking stupid questions about does this friendly mean this or that, I might aswell ask a stupid question.

UCCM

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 15:21:49
Eds i dont know you you haven't posted my earlier reply on the banter post about pass-and-move vs flair football; and the players required for either style... surely the opinion i expressed was worth a penny on a forum.. we are, after all, all EPL and Liverpool fans.

Anyway, i agreed with the original post (Carl was it?). No matter what style you play, any team NEEDS players with flair and class, like Hazard or Carzola or Mata.. They are needed to unlock tight defenses when lesser teams lock up and don't leave room for passing or much movement in their half... that is when a player like that can get past people and produce magic. The absence of such players lost us the league two seasons ago -all those draws - and we are not a better team from back then... we had Alonso who is the best long passer i have seen.

Downing can maybe force a cross 3/5 times but that is too one dimensional for LFC. And unless the Owners and management view us in the same category as Villa and Spurs, we should be signing better than Adam and Downing... even in the same category and class, but with more flair.

And to the person who posted the Gerrard example, why else do you think he is one of the greats? its because he is NOT one dimensional... he can pass to anyone on the pitch from anywhere... but what adds the 'great' factor is that he can also shoot, put the ball through, dribble past defenses or cross from either side.

With Adam, Downing and Henderson, i do not expect us to challenge for the league at all, and struggle for Europe (God forbid)
we only have Suarez... we need more in his class. Otherwise we need a miracle from a manager who managed a different type of league two decades ago.

Our flair was from Gerrard and Torres. now Gerrard's legs have shown wear-and-tear over the last season... we do need more, even to take 4th place... that is why i do not think there is much ambition yet

I would love to hear your comments and others' replies on this.. please post {Ed002's Note - I have no idea why you post gout cut. I don't really understand most of your post but I think it is saying Liverpool must buy "flair" players. I doubt any of the three you list will be at Liverpool next year. The rest of the post seems to imply the team is not good enough even with the new players. I reckon you should drop a note to Mr Dalglish explaining why you are so unhappy with the approach being taken. Personally, I would give him and the players a break and let then show what they can do. If they are not up to it, throw them the hell out.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 15:15:47
ed if liverpool get Downing will the still go after Mata and and whats the story with a new cb {Ed002's Note - Please read yesterday's discussion and earlier posts about my views on Mata. The club may be looking for a CB - but I don't know of any story.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 15:15:10
{Ed001's Note - he will play the old Molby or Xabi role. He will sit deep and look to cover the defence while spraying passes around and then looking to move forward to pick up on balls breaking around the edge of the box. He should also take over the dead ball situations, which means that Gerrard can look to get on the end of them for a chance, we need his aerial ability in the box.} This is it This is it This is it Gerrard is not a defensive midfielder. He is an attacking or right midfielder.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 15:11:31
E.D or Macca

Any further developments on the transfer front?


Please tell me we aren't going to lose Juan Mata to Arsenal?
But if we do i trust KK whole heartedly nd wont complain at all.


Looking forward to your reply

LFC'S MANGO {Ed002's Note - There is nothing right now - and get the hankies ready over Mata.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 15:41:14
Just seen someone walking about with the black new Liverpool shirt on with Jovanovic on the back of it must have been his brother

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 15:34:53
Who posted the Charlie Adam medical pic in Liverpool sightings.
Is this really the image we want for are Football club. One of our players lying down with his top of, Being touched by a Dr, Whilst someone takes pictures of it. Sounds abit ? to me LOL

UCCM

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 15:32:06
why are liverpool even considering getting downing when they could get either Mata or Hazard for a few million pound more Also i have some more news that liverpool are close to making a swoop for one of these Lyon pair bastos or cissokho they are also looking at turan, that is why they have schedueld a game against them.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 15:31:56
I reckon we'll blood the youngers in the carling cup next year. Starting 11 and bench will def have... Wisdom, Coady, Morgan, Sterling, Flanno, Robinson, Suso, Silva.

They will also all travel to Asia, even though they might not all compete due to the u17's tournament.

clearly this is a guess, but would absolutely love to see these boys line up against lower division clubs. Introduce them to the physical side of 1st team football. I reckon Wisdom will give a couple of the older boys a shock.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 15:44:27
GK: P.Reina, (DONI), P.Gulasci
RB: M.Kelly, G.Johnson, J.Flannagan
CB: J.Carragher, M.Skrtel, S.Kygriakos
CB: (S.DANN), A.Wisdom, D.Wilson
LB: (J.ENRIQUE), F.Aurellio, J.Robinson
CM: S.Gerrard, (J.HENDERSON),
CM: Lucas, J.Spearing
CM: (C.ADAM), A.Aquilani
RW: (J.MATA), D.Kuyt
ST: A.Carroll, (P.CHU YOUNG)
LW: L.Suarez, R.Sterling

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 15:44:25
Random question for my fellow rumours friends about our Lucas

So.. i know even though hes improved vastly some have question marks over his ability (regardless of him great desire, passion and mental strength).

I for one think that is Gerrard sits deeper in midfield, i'd prefer having Adam (lol i really wanted to write Adams just for fun) hes a sprayer of the ball, and once our fitness coaches get to work with him he can only get better. I'm not saying Adam is better or vice versa, just that he can offer a more Alonso'esq style to our game which Lucas i'm afraid lacks.

Lucas is a Brazil midfielder ( with great respect to him for stating his place in the squad )

Does anyone know how Brazil fans feel toward him? are they like many Lfc fans and 'marmite' (love/hate) with him? Good or Bad?

Cheers,
Tiz YWNA

PS: i think we should let Villa keep Downing for the ridiculous money being quoted.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 15:38:51
reply to this rumour your song for charlie adam. i was thinking soming in the tune of adams family and this is what i come up with (it mite not be good but its just a start)
charlie adam *clap* *clap*
charlie adam *clap* *clap*
charlie adam charlie adam charie adam *clap* *clap*
we bought him from the seaside,
to the red part of merseyside,
passing 40 yard balls just for fun,
CHARLIE ADAM *clap* clap*

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 15:30:32
ED, KK must sell Ngog, jovanovic, poulsen, spearing, meriles, insua, konchesky and agger. Some of these players just aren't good enough, some r injury prone and some we could just do with selling for the cash and to allow us to bring in that extra bit of quality. We could make approx £30/40m off them...with that we DON'T BUY DOWNING (he's just another over rated average English player). The players we r rumoured to buy who r worth a shot r hazard, turan, mata, sissoko & g.Cahill. I would also like us to put a cheeky bid in for Lennon or a.Johnson. YNWA

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 15:29:49
Hi eds, any chance that the Valencia and Galatasaray friendlies could be part of deals for Mata & Turan or is that just wishful thinking?

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 15:29:05
Firstly the news we have signed charlie adam has put a smile on my face but then hearing arsenal and tottenham have bid for mata has wiped it back off, why can we bid 15m for downing but not 20m for mata who is younger better and has great potential seceretly im hoping kk has a trick up his sleeve, i have no sources only tomatoe and brown but still i have a feeling we will sign, enrique, downing and thats it sorry to be negative :(
Dumbredface

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 15:28:37
I think I know why KK isn't trying hard to sign players , He wants to save money because lfc aren't exactly loaded at the moment so he is buying cheaper players that he thinks could make lfc a champions league team then the marquee signing will come in.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 15:12:52
I might be killed for saying this, but when I look at it objectively, it seems clear to me that between Downing and Mata the former is more needed at the club than the latter. No, I'm not insane Mata is the better player by far, but we already have a player who can bring terror to defences from the right or the left... his name is Luis Suarez. No matter what people say, Suarez is more of a right forward than a CF and he tends to run into spaces on both sides. Downing will give us more width than Mata and his delivery is superb. Mata likes to be on the ball and create while Downing looks to cross at any time which will make Carroll more effective as well. Adding Mata to a club that has Suarez, Gerrard (AM, CM, RM), Meireles (CM, AM, DM), Aquilani (CM, AM) and now Adam (CM) is perhaps not the best decision for all involved. But Downing will add a dimension to the club that has been missing for a long time. Now, if we can agree on Ngog + 14 million all will be good.

Reina, Johnson, Carra*, Agger*, ?, Gerrard, Lucas, Adam, Downing (), Suarez, Carroll

*until a better player is brought in


Canadian Fan

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 15:12:42
Regarding Darby's move on loan to Rochdale... I got told a defender and midfielder would join Blackpool on loan, i assumed it was Shelvey & Darby, posted yesterday. Still confident it is shelvey, just unsure who the defender is.. Wisdom or Coady i'm thinking it might be.

Kopite Tee

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 15:11:31
Just my opinion, but i am not sure we are in for Mata(Hope i am wrong)..

I think we are looking for a winger to hug the touchline and whip the ball in to the box..

If that is the case Mata does not fit the bill..

I hope i am wrong..

Cheers

Macca

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 15:00:45
personally i think we should try once more for downing as he is a good player but if villa refuse then liverpool should turn their attention to juan mata asap as spurs and arsenal look to be leading the chase. if the mata situation looks to be slipping away from us then i highly recommend that lfc put in a bid of around 18million for adam johnson or james milner as city look to be buying 1 or 2 wingers which would leave at least one of them on the bench and both want 1st team football. what do u think ed/posters

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 14:52:37
Hi Ed

Love this site and am also addicted. Am i reading into this too much but Galatasaray friendly just announced. Also friendly with Valencia.....Turan and Mata to sign ?? Much better than Downing any day

Keep up the great work

Kerry Red {Ed028's Note - Thanks, I feel you maybe looking into it a bit too much}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 14:45:14
Well i might as well say it... since we just announced were of to turkey for a friendly reckon were signing turan. {Ed028's Note - Your not the first to think that, who knows? we will let you know as soon as we get confirmation}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 14:45:11
ED,

Given the confirmation that both Spurs & Arsenal have met the price for Mata...

I find it strange that Liverpool are still favorites to sign him on Sky Bet, the bookies are never normally wrong and we are still very short.

Makes wonder if they know something we don't?

Liverpool: 11/10
Arsenal: 4/1
Man City: 5/1
Spurs: 8/1 {Ed028's Note - They probably expect us to chip in late!}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 14:45:03
Friendly announced against galatasary?does this mean bid for Turan is near as part of the deal?

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 14:44:50
hey eds i posted yesterday about the possibility of mata due to our friendly with valencia. the club have just announced a friendly with galatasaray so i guess this means we've got turan too :P

Big Dan

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 14:44:45
Wishful thinking here with regards the friendly with Galatasaray just announced.

We're definitely playing a friendly with Hull because of a transfer between the two clubs. So, could the other two pre-season matches involve transfers too. Valencia & Mata, Gala & Turan? Buying a player using a full gate receipt as part of the transfer is a pretty good way to do a deal if the theory proves to be correct.

-Shane.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 14:44:01
So we are playing a friendly against Galatasaray on July 28th? Could this be a prelude to us signing Arda Turan? Do the Ed's have any update on Turan? is he still bound for spain?

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 14:39:02
people need to stop getting there hopes up too much about mata , its look less likely. but hey who knows
cymru-red

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 14:38:31
Hi ed,

Just wondering what the situation is with Doni? And Cissokho? Also outstanding work yesterday, was my first transfer before Sky, you guys do an outstanding job

Jimmy {Ed028's Note - Thanks, it's been a busy couple of days for the team, I'm not sure about Doni things have gone quiet apart from his agent, while Cissokho was extracted from a French gossip page, but I'm a big fan, he's a great LB}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 14:37:59
Stating in the media that we are to return with 20m offer for downing. Has lfc gone mad? He may well be a good player but seriously is he twice the player alonso was? Is he really worth just 3m less than suarez?

If we keep giving in to peoples demands we will keep getting ripped off like chelsea an city do. 20m could prob buy us a better player than downing, that's what you spend on world class players , not ok-good players. What will we get charged if we ever tried to sign a high profile player? 50m

Mr E

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 14:47:20
hi ed. in my opinion we need a left back, a centre back a left winger and a back up striker and we will def be challenging next season.what do u think and who would u suggest for these position. what about sturrige and odemwigie as back up strikers.what do u think for the other positions {Ed027's Note - I don't rate either as strikers. personally i would like to see more chances for the youth}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 14:41:48
Fresh talks on Michael Bastos today hmm yes please pace winger great skill and striking ability

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 14:41:21
So, we are playing Galatasary in a pre season friendly? Maybe something to do with a 1 Arda Turan? Just a thought

Chris

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 14:40:12
Playing gala soon mayby were sigung turan? And mata when we play his team? YNWA jord

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 14:39:42
Wikipedia Aly Cissokho it says On 7 July 2011, Liverpool FC had a bid of £14.6 million accepted for the player. {Ed027's Note - Wikipedia can be changed by anyone}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 14:39:18
3-2-1 GO. Start all the Arda Turan rumours now we've confirmed Gala friendly. {Ed027's Note - I was thinking the exact same thing!}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 14:26:14
Is Downing is injury prone?.
st
YNWA {Ed028's Note - Not as far as I know}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 14:13:22
My god I am getting so sick of listening to this Mata talk.. Granted he is a class player BUT he isnt an out/out winger which the club have been needed badly for years.He tends to drift a lot inside and cause problems so for me if we are to sign him we HAVE to get an out/out winger in first. On to the Downing debate, who are we to say he is not good enough. If we had signed Ashley Young everybody would have been happy, correct ? Downing is a better WINGER than Young, fact ... All the Villa players/fans seem to think he is good enough (won all awards end of season), dont you think they are better placed to give an opinion seen as how they watched him play 38 games last season and arent just fans sitting at home making there mind up on whatever Villa they happen to watch on tv..Finally THE KING will of course get it right he knows exactly what our club is all about, more than we will ever know Thanks Eds , doing a super job, keep it up..

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 14:12:17
ED just seen the Graham Hunter interview, the only team he mentioned about Juan Mata was Arsenal, and that he fully expects him to be playing his football at the Emirates next season.

LFC WERE NOT MENTIONED AT ALL.

Bigred81 {Ed028's Note - Unfortunately not}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 14:06:25
face facts people mata is not coming to liverpool. i for one would love to have him at lfc but the truth is i dont think kk wants him at the moment. he wants prem proven players thats why he wants downing. he will fit in to kk way of playing. i dont think lfc are going to buy anyone would class at the moment. come jan he may go out and try and bring in a top top player but at the moment he is trying to build a strong squad. keep the fath. kk will get it right.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 14:06:11
BREAKING NEWS Juan Mata just said about spurs who are thay, and he dose not want to go to arsenal because thay are selling his mate fabregas + good players don't want to stay, he wants to go to Liverpool, alonso & arbolor is pushing him to go to Liverpool, it's all on Kk and camolle hand. Any news on that eds?

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 13:07:13
ED,
Skysports.com understands Liverpool defender Stephen Darby is set to join Rochdale on loan.
I thought Darby was one of the make weights for the Adam-Blackpool loan? If he isnt, who are the two players involved in the deal?
Anfield Red {Ed028's Note - We are currently trying to find out for you}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 14:24:06
just a thought but paper talk today said john arna rise is on his way to fulham for 1.5 million i see this as great chance for liverpool as he will move to us for sure over fulham.
fans favourite /premiership experience /can play left back or midfield /better option than aurellio even if just as cover and best of all knows the liverpool way of playing and should not have problems bedding back in which will be vital with so many new faces hopefully coming in . {Ed027's Note - His last 2 years at anfield he wasn't at his best. A younger player is needed to solve the problem position.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 14:20:29
Sorry fellow liverpool supporters but a Top spanish scource said Juan Mata will be leaving Valencia for Arsenal. He will be a straight replacement for Nasri. Shame a fantastic player, who is young and potentially gonna be a superstar, with a massive sell on fee. I, m not knocking Downing but he, s coming 27, nowhere near as good and with a 4 year contract, no sell on fee. But King Kenny knows what he, s doing, but i can, t help feeling we, ve lost out on bargain in Mata.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 14:17:28
We will only put in a bid for mata if we sell Raul & Aqua, we don't have the funds for Downing & Mata.

Kopite Tee {Ed028's Note - We do have the funds}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 14:17:16
I think the words "Marquee Signing" should be banned from the site....King Kenny will sign players that he feels will benefit and improve the squad. There will not be a "Marquee Signing"

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 14:16:23
Arsenal have met the clause in matas contract 25m Euros one other prem club has also met the clause , Liverpool , Man U , Man City , Chelsea , Tottenham all intrested , i think we can cross Tottenham of getting him , and i think Arsenal dnt really stand a chance if fabregas leaves , we just need to give mata what he wants in terms of wages he would be S**t hot if he came to us.

Reina
Kelly Skrtel Agger Johnson
Adam
Henderson Gerrard
Suarez Mata
Carroll

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 13:47:45
Hi Ed's

Could i just make a point with Ref. to the Stadium plans..I would just like to hear what the Ed's and fellow reds think.

As a life long supporter from Co Down we all agree that Anfield has one of..if not the best atmosphere's in world football..so I can understand why we may want to stay put.But if we redevelop I think the max we could go to is 15000 taking us to 60000..IMO this is still not enough..Arsenal went from 30000 plus to 60000 plus an extra 30000 plus seats..and sell out week in week out..now no disrespect to the Gunners..but we are a far bigger club world wide than them.In Northern Ireland alone we find it so hard to get tickets for EPL matches and certain matches, we over here have no chance and I dont expect an extra 15000 seats will solve this problem.I feel we need to build a new stadium and have a capacity of at least 75000..just think of the package deals this would create for the club..and the chance for reds afar to have a better opportunity to come and see their hero's.I have no doubt that a stadium of this size (75000) would sell out week in week out..and really put us on par with the scum.

atlfc70 {Ed028's Note - I feel it will be more practical to build a new stadium in SP, however I fear if we don't get the design right we will lose the 'special' Anfield atmosphere.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 13:53:19
Hello Eds, can you elighten me on the situation with Downing as alex mcleish has said he is going no where. are we going to focus on Mata now which in my opinion was the better option anyway.

1 more question are the rumours of the french media saying we are strongly linked with Hazard true?
Sean Robinson {Ed028's Note - We will try a 'final bid' for Downing, then maybe move for Mata or other targets (key word 'maybe') On the Hazard story, I believe it's just a French rumour site that's stated that}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 13:45:07
hey ed's do you think Aquilani will stay, he still is a good player and maybe with the more supportive and prominent midfield group around him he can come of age. what are your thoughts and if he goes who would take him?? I have seen him play on many occasions for Italy, Juventus and us and can definitely pass and is a smart player. Love this site. {Ed028's Note - I think we will listen to any offers}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 13:26:28
Eds in your opinion what chance have Spurs got of signing Mata out of 10? Albeit the siginings of Downing, Henderson, Adam and possibly downing would strengthen the squad alot, I believe someone like Mata would take our quality of the play to another level. He shares an aspect of quality that Kenny and Best had in their day, a footballing brain - his vision is 5 seconds ahead of all other players. We need this quality, i think Kenny knows this and will look to buy such a player, whether it be Mata or someone else. Perhaps not in this window but certainly by the end of the next. Gerrard has good vision, as does Suarez but I think we need another player who has it in abundence and can consistenly take advantage and execute unpredictable passes with accuracy, determination and team ethic. {Ed028's Note - I think we both have a 6/10 chance}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 13:25:54
Hi Eds , just a question and I would really appreciate both you views and other informed supporters of our wonderfull club .

Do you think that Lucas could be a success as an attacking midfielder ?

I realise that we have many players at the moment that can fill this role however something to consider - Lucas has had to adapt his positional play to defense and is now doing wonders as a defensive midfielder . I am sure that this is not easy for a player to change his natural style . I sometimes wonder what he may be able to offer the team if he was allowed the freedom to attack .

Slate me if you must but I think that there is much more than meets the eye to Lucas as a player . I for 1 will give this lad my full support this season ( I was once his biggest critic ) . Thanks again for the good work you guys do , I am addicted to this site .
Chief YNWA

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 13:20:23
Hey eds do you know if we will match the spurs and arsenal bids for mata?

Cheers, JD {Ed028's Note - If they actually bid, then yes I believe we will}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 13:19:30
ed mcleish has stated downing is not for sale at any price ssn, then who would we go for if we cant get adam as mata is going to either spurs or arsenal {Ed028's Note - I'm sure we will still try for Downing, Mata remains a slight possibility, I think if Spurs & Arsenal do bid, we will match it}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 13:14:29
Ed in ur opinion do u think that ther will be another as early as tonight ? ..... The chef kd7 YNWA JFT96 {Ed028's Note - IMO unlikely, but that's just my opinion, maybe the other Ed's will have a different opinion}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 12:23:33
Eds quick question, i'm hearing a lot of talk about downing and Mata and i believe one of these two will come. However everyone seems to be neglecting the issue that we do need two out and out winger and the right winger is currently unoccupied( kuyt i believe will play upfront next year- if he doesnt we only have 2 forward). this in mind who do you believe will occupy the right wing? i know you will shoot me down but i will surprised if the owners don't come up with a big money signing- and i believe this will be on on of the wings wether it is Mata or Hazard. I don't believe we have much chance with Hazard but i believe comolli is obessed with the player and would love to buy him to signal are intent People forget Adam and henderson are not gonna get us into the top four, we need more

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 12:16:57
hello eds, i was thinking about the possible formation for next season and really 4-3-3 is the best suited for us but i dont think downing would be a great in this formation and i think someone who can play center attacking mid aswell as both wings could possibly be better because that means he could swing in just behind carrol. anyway is there anybody we are interested in that could do this job? {Ed028's Note - If we were to pull off a signing like Mata, he could do that job.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 11:54:45
ed plse can you enlighten me to the downing situation, as i understand we have a bid of 15m and 17m rejected as villa want 20m this is how i have read it if im wrong plse feel free to put me straight. well personally i feel 20m for Downin is way to much about 5m in fact but why dont we just meet the asking price for mata? or even try for Bastos, turan, perrotti, griezmann, if for me its aboout the money then i think we should go all out for Bastos as he could cover the whole left side if needed but would prefer him as a winger. even still surely why not nzogbia for 10m would be a economical buy but i believe would floourish under the guidance of king kenny. as for us looking at a C/B we dont need one we have Soto, Srtel, Agger, Carra, Kelly, Wilson. so for me we need a L/b, L/wand str

Ansaldi, kadlec, Enrique*-10m max

Bastos*, Nzogbia, Perrotti, Griezmann-15m max

and god knows who for str

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 12:21:31
Kenny has said the signing of Henderson and Adam is just the start of the transfers.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 12:21:06
07 Jul 2011 11:05:34
After a long tima a Scottish player (Adam) in squad. This is good omen. Look at when we last had a Scottish player
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last year Danny Wilson.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 12:19:38
who are the two players going to blackpool as part of the adam deal and is it for loan or permanent transfer ?

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 12:04:48
any news on cristian zapata EDS heard the deal was all but done but it seems to have cooled {Ed028's Note - He has signed for Villareal}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 11:47:27
Hi eds, know anything of the Michel Bastos to Liverpool rumours if the Downing deal doesn't go through? Plenty of pace and flair, versatile too (Can play LB or LM both problem positions). Would be a great signing in my opinion {Ed028's Note - Nothing on Bastos as yet}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 11:18:21
Eds, with the Enrique deal likely to become a bidding war with arsenal's supposed interest, it's possible he'll be overpriced and we'll move on to other targets. Any idea who our top alternative options for LB are? Are cissokho, baines, or marcelo never going to happen? Who else is a possibility? Aogo? Tremoulinas? {Ed028's Note - I doubt we will enter a bidding war, more likely to move on to other targets, as yet unknown}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 11:10:47
Just heard on Talksport news that Liverpool will be targeting Hazard, with a bid coming soon ?
Please let this be true as it seems we are going to miss out on Mata (if we were ever in for him).
Eds, what are the chances of Hazard & at what price ?? {Ed028's Note - I think it's doubtful, however it is gathering pace}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 11:05:32
Ed; Who of Cazorla and Mata And Turan and Elia doo you think wee will sign this summer. I hope wee sign Elia and Cazorla. {Ed028's Note - More chance of Cazorla or Mata}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 13:47:40
Ah the 10 step dance of the transfer...

1) Team lodges a bid for target.
2) Bid is rejected.
3) Manager then says player not for sale.
4) Talks between player and club.
5) Manager says player going nowhere.
6) Player puts in transfer request.
7) Another bid goes in for more money.
8) Bid Accepted.
9) Bid Rejected.
10) Move on to next target.

Downing is NOT an LFC player im afraid BUT im sure willing to get behind him if we sign him. Any news on what Adam deal included Eds? Money + Players etc?

Great Site btw. Im here everyday about 10 times a day. Good job my other half's going travelling

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 13:14:32
There's a lot of negativity on ere Ed, from what has been, I would say, a pretty positive pre-season so far. I have to say I'm really happy with the signing of Adam, and if he and Stevie gel well in midfield, I am hopeful that we will create a lot of chances with our range of passing and drive from midfield.

Ideally, we will go on to now sign a winger, cover in defence and at left back and a suitably experienced and capable player in that poison chalice role of 4th striker (behind suarez, carroll and kuyt).

The winger: I'd be happy with Downing or N'Zogbia (who I think is slightly underated on here. He has skill, pace and physique). Mata would obviously be a brilliant acquisition.

Left back is tough there are not that many world class Left-backs out there...though Im sure Enrique or the lad from Lyon would do the job.

Im wondering if there will be a transfer that comes out of leftfield that no-one expected...(Other than Henderson which was a surprise)??

Looking forward to the new season and playing some pass-move-possession football under KK.

OUR GLASSES ARE HALF FULL NOT HALF EMPTY

YNWA

KEZ

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 13:11:54
HOW ADAM MIGHT PLAY FOR L'POOL

Formation 4-2-3-1 (Not Me, Goal.com analysis based on current squad)

--JOHNSON--CARRA---AGGER---AURELIO
--------LUCAS-------GERRARD--------
----KUYT-------ADAM----SUAREZ-----
---------------CARROLL-------------

Ah, this is more like it; Adam given more of a free role behind lone striker Andy Carroll with two defensive midfielders behind him to mop up and do the dirty work. This is the sort of role that the Scot flourished in for Blackpool last season.

Suarez gets dropped from a striker's role to left wing, but given his all-round excellence in the latter stages of last season and his ability to bamboozle most full-backs, this could well be a position he thrives in. Switching wings with Kuyt frequently during a game also becomes an option in this formation.

More impetus will be on Carroll to do the donkey work up front, run the channels and generally be a massive pain in the behind to opposition defences, freeing up space for Kuyt, Adam and Suarez to exploit. Could be Dalglish's best option.

Let's just keep our fingers crossed and wait for KK to unfold his masterplan.

Anfield Red.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 13:04:59
No one's asked for this, but I thought I'd share my thoughts on the players we have been more tenuously linked with (or not at all) throughout the summer. Thos who I think could really improve the team. Feal free to criticise or share similar posts, feedback's good. These are not players who we've had strong links to, rather players I'd like to see who I beleive could strengthen the squad.

Honda- Would love to see this guy. Can play up front or anywhere across the midfield. Could comfortably slot into the left wing slot. Quick, strong, good passer and crosser with excellent set pieces. Was great for VVV, starring for CSKA now. Had a brilliant world cup and wants to leave Russia. Huge versatility means he could be the back-up striker we need, as well as a winger. Top class player who would unfortunately cost around £20m. I think he'd be worth it.

Silvestre- No, not that one. Playing for Catania, there have been a few links to him. Not as good as Hummels, Lovren or Sakho, but would cost less than £20m. Has had a great season and Juventus are understandably interested. Composed and athletic, he holds an Italian passport also. Scored 5 goals this season. An option should others fail to materialise. Udinese's Mehdi Benatia is also class, nicknamed the 'African Maldini' by the press. Zapata is also good but been linked.

Balzaretti- Great season for Palermo, real marauding full back. Seven assists and a couple of goals, he bombs down the flank with great energy. However, he's not a great defender and we've not had great luck with Italians of late.

Hummels- Not sure whether we've been linked and he probably wants to stay, but I do think this guy rivals Sakho for the best young defender in Europe. Got an eye for goal, powerful and a precise passer. Wouldn't baulk at paying a large fee for him, he's definitely going to be the national side's rock. If we want the best young players, then we should be going for this guy. Best player in the Bundesliga this season.

Vidal- Made noises about leaving, he's been great for Leverkusen this season. Would be killer in a good
pass and move system. Wants the ball and uses it well. Scored 10 and assisted 11 this season, great stats from midfield. Not afraid to tackle either. Surprised the European big boys haven't been linked. Class.

Brunt- One a bit closer to home. Made West Brom tick this season and is a proper left footed, wide player. 11 assists and 4 goals in a team that struggled at times, he'd be a bit of an out of the blue signing, but I feel he could make the step up. I'd actually rather take the risk on him than pay a stupid fee for Downing (who I do rate, but not as highly as Brunt).

Few more mentions for positions we've yet to fill- (please correct me if any of these players are categorically, definitviely not going to move)- Odemwingie, Gyan, Jose Angel, Bastos, Sissoko.

Thanks for putting up with the long post. Again, not players expressly linked, just players I rate highly and would like to think we've taken a look at. Good work Eds and all the regular contributors.

Rush

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 13:04:50
Just want to bash KK (a little bit)

But first well done to him bringing in Adam to the ranks. I think he's a very good player, whether he can cut it at Anfield though is another thing; I have high hopes for him though (fantastic vision and passer).

Now the "Bash". Why is Downing our prefered choice of winger ahead of Mata? Surely Mata fits our transfer policy better, No?

A) Younger
B) Better prospect
C) More Potential
D) b+c = Better resale value

Who's gonna buy Downing for £25k in a few years?

Anyway, the point is what happened to Kennys motto "We don't accept second best at LFC"? More of an observation than a bash

A few more things to add.....A few posters have criticized thier fellow reds fans for complaining and moaning about our transfer targets (Rumoured player links), and suggested to get behind KK.

That's a fair criticism. But then to say "You're not real fans, Go support someone else if you can't accept it?"

COME ON

If wanting the BEST for the club makes you a mercenary...then I suspect the clubs fanbase has just depleted by about 85%.

I just don't understand when people say "We'll buy players who'll help us push for a top 4, and then we can chase your Agueros, Turans and Messis". Wouldn't it make more sense (according even to our transfer policy) to get them now, and therefore bolster those chances and maybe even have a crack at the title? (Yes I know CL Football is an issue; But i'm merely making a point)

Last thing...I'm concerned our transfer policy (The resale-value concept) may have huge repurcussions. Ergo...we may become a selling club and end up like Arsenal today.

Anyway, just thought i'd share my views on transfers. I'm actually quite content with the club and i'm Que Sera, Sera on what happens. Just can't wait for it all to kick-off with a new look squad (And what it will look-like)

YNWA LADS

Tom Hicks.....Sorry

Chipkin9 (Eire)

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 12:56:30
Why would Liverpool want downing if they can get mata who is younger and better

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 12:52:31
Really hope Liverpool can sign Moussa Sissoko, there are a lot of clubs chasing him, i think this is where Comolli needs to prove his worth.
And as expected the competition for Mata is hotting up, i don't know weather he will sign for us but i would be shocked if he went to spurs.

always a red

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 12:51:25
What a strange day today on here all doom and gloom, after a long battle we got rid of BAD YANKS, we ve brought in Carroll, Saurez (next year s player of the season) and now the next pieces of the jigsaw are starting to come together and all without the stuff we ve had to stomach for years about all our stars wanting out in the close season.
Come on boys look forward positively, you could have been born across the park and be googling the Irish amateur league for players available on free transfers .

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 12:47:17
Dear reds
I know that you all are frustrated but we need to look at things objectively.first is mata a better player than downing answer is yes and eds know this but then is mata a better out and out winger then downing answer is no. Mata is more like silva and we need an out and out winger.so let's calm down as may be we first need to take care of most important areas then if funds are there we can sign flair..
Kapish...
Regards
Red indian

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 12:45:03
So Mcleish has said that downing is not for sale. Thank god for that, now we might actually put a bid in for a good out and out winger as appose to mediocre British players

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 12:31:06
Theres a lot on whinging about the types of players we are targeting. Adam will be a great buy for Liverpool. Its not just about individuals its a team game. When Liverpool where winning everything in site did we have the best individuals in the world? NO. Phil Neil won 3 European cups. Maradonna won 0. Kenny knows what hes doing.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 12:24:18
can we all send a message of support our thoughts to fc twente for the people trapped in the stadium roof fall . what ever happens with a new stadium or staying at anfield make it safe-first for people everthing else comes secound lfc {Ed007's Note - Hear hear, good call mate}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 11:50:09
I am not a football manager or ex player but I have watched football for many years . Have yet to see Downing have a great game at any level, am I missing something or has the world gone mad £15000000 plus for him. I pray Kenmny is as good as we remember him to be , he will need all his ability to improve Downing , fingers more than crossed

rasone

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 11:43:14
If this our team come season start:

Reina
Kelly Dann Agger Enrique
Henderson Gerrard Adam Downing
Suarez Carroll

We will not be able to compete with the likes of Man U, Chelsea, Man City and maybe Arsenal if they loose their stars. A team with no flair player to unlock defences with dribbling rather than passing. This team a think will only have two forms of attack: put crosses in to Carroll, and put long balls over the top from the middle. No player in midfield has pace or trickery to beat a man, all they can do is pass really. This may soon become predictable, but as long as we continue to ONLY target British or Premier league players from poorer clubs, we will not find any creative flair players.

Carl {Ed001's Note - what a load of nonsense. You clearly have no idea what you are talking about. The manager will decide how the team plays and the players will play to that plan. It wouldn't matter what players Fat Sam was in charge of he would still have them hoofing it up field to a big man and looking to pick up the bits and pieces. It also doesn't matter what players Kenny has at his disposal, he wants them to play quick passes and move into space. That is how we will play, no matter who is in the team.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 11:42:46
adam and henderson brought in means to me that meirelles and aqua will be sold.now we need a pace left back and a left winger.and a pace and strong central defender.
if we get the right players we will be very strong going forward with the new winger suarez gerrard ect.we need some pace at the back when we get hit on the break.
i think we will be dominating games next year, thats what KK has in mind.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 11:10:33
Eds, our Midfield with the addition of Adam is REALLY crowded. Who do you think we should get rid of? And shouldnt we now be concentrating on Our defence, our number one Priority. I think With Mata and a new left back and Dann, we would be awesome. We must sell Aquilani, Poulsen, Cole and Jovanovic. Ill be gutted with Aquilani leaving. Eds whos the next probable signing? Cheers {Ed001's Note - Aquilani has to go, anyone who consistently feigns injury to avoid training needs to be sold.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 11:38:44
is it just me or am i the only one hopeing we keep insua now back of loan him and fabio and jack robo thats enough

deano

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 11:28:24
just suspended lfc commentary lol hopefully another transfer fingers crossed

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 11:25:59
As we know the previous administration was exceedingly poor in negotiating both fees and salaries for substandard players. (This calls into question the criticism of the previous owners for not investing)

However, the current administration also negotiated a £35 million fee for Andy Carroll. As an LFC supporter/fan for over 40 years I dearly hope Andy proves his worth. Though like many I fear long ball football.

Our alleged target Juan Mata is said to be worth in the region of £20 million and it seems LFC hesitate, and when this is questioned some of the Ed's make snide comments about 'fantasy football'. As a person who trains executives in negotiation skills I am mystified by the strategy adopted by LFC.

I am also concerned by the criticism of posters who dare to question what is happening. As loyal supporters we feel an emotional bond with the club and desperately want reassurance. Watching 'scum' beat us to quality players and see the 'ambition' of other clubs, leaves us feeling frustrated.

Attacking people like me by saying I shouldn't be negative and just accept what the club do, is a symptom of 'groupthink'. (A bullying tactic that prevents questioning) This is my 4th attempt at a post recently without success so far, it will be interesting to see if the Ed's post this in the Rumour section. {Ed001's Note - this isn't a rumour, it is nonsense business speak trying to stir up fear where none need be. You want big names to get you excited, the club want to get the right players to win trophies. You know nothing about players backgrounds, you don't spend hours pouring over statistical data about a player, you don't have a player repeatedly scouted to see if they are right for the club. But you are telling us that you are not satisfied with the way the club are going about things, based on the fact that you don't know what is happening.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 11:25:57
Ed I was thinking about Kenny's poor choices in transfer targets and then I saw the Mirror Sport back page. It was KK with Charlie Adam and he promised that the signing of Adam is just the start...Do you think he could mean we will sign a big player this summer ? CheersEd {Ed001's Note - seriously? Poor choices? What the hell kind of basis do you think you can judge how good or bad the choices are? What lengths have you gone to find out about the players we have bought? Or are you judging them on what the papers say and a couple of games you saw on the TV?}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 11:06:18
Hi Ed(s)

It seems that the deal for Adam is nearly complete. I am not so sure he was the player we needed as it was obvious we need width on both wings, but I am willing to be open minded about him. My question is do you think Adam is a good buy and where do you think he will play if he gets in the starting 11, especially as Gerrard is on his way back and Lucas had a good season? Thanks Andy {Ed001's Note - he will play the old Molby or Xabi role. He will sit deep and look to cover the defence while spraying passes around and then looking to move forward to pick up on balls breaking around the edge of the box. He should also take over the dead ball situations, which means that Gerrard can look to get on the end of them for a chance, we need his aerial ability in the box.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 11:05:34
After a long tima a Scottish player (Adam) in squad. This is good omen. Look at when we last had a Scottish player

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 11:04:22
Ed by the way things are going in this Transfer Market I would be VERY VERY disappointed. I mean come on Downing over Mata ? Enrique over a top LB from a top European League ? This is just nonsense We should be going after top players like Mata , Cissokho etc. I know people are saying wait because a big signing is on the way but my patience is wearing thin and we should be going after Mata instead of Downing and he would only be about 5m dearer What's your thoughts Ed ? Cheers. {Ed001's Note - I think you should trust in the club, they spend hours going through statistical data, researching players' backgrounds and sending scouts to watch them repeatedly. I think that would give them a better idea than any of us watching them on the telly a few times.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 11:03:44
Downing V Mata

Potentially Mata is the better player.
Downing is the finished article, maybe one tier below top class but proven over many years in the premiership. He guarantees 10 - 15 goals and assists.
Mata will probably need a season to adjust to the premiership.
It is essential that we finish in the top four this season. Downing is therefore the better bet.
It is well documented that Fenway have targeted players who will help achieve a top four finish. If this happens some really big names will arrive next summer.
There will not be "a marquee signing" this year.

Harry J

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 11:03:02
07 Jul 2011 10:42:04
Hi eds. I just read that Pablo Piatti has just signed for Valencia. Does this open the doors for Mata to leave {Ed002's Note - Mata will almost certainly be leaving, yes. You need to glance through the other posts for all of the details of Mr Hunter's view and Ed002's view - which differ of course.}

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Mata was always going to leave Valencia, the part of the story people really take interest in is where he will be going.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 11:02:38
If kenny and the owners think spending the best part of £85m on the "best of british" like carrol, downing and adam is the way forward while our rivals are in for the likes of Mata and Rossi then I can't see us challenging for the top anytime soon.

We are a damn sight better off than we were last year in terms of owners and speding power in the markey and i am grateful for that but I can just see us losing ground on the teams above us.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 11:00:35
Ok people, i know it's early days and we still have to wait for personal terms to be discussed, but i am very confident that this deal is 99% wrapped up. Now for some reason there have been very few "welcome Charlie" posts, so i'd like to be one of the first, Cheers Charlie, welcome to LFC and enjoy yourself.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 10:58:08
at least we should make a bid for Mata to put across out interest. Spurs' success is ephimeral and they do not belong to the elites of the world football. Arsenal is already a sinking ship. Certainly LFC can be a better option for any player.

The Euro Under 21 have shown how good Mata is vis-a-vis Hendo et al. If we are willing to pay 16-18 m for the latter, why don't we at least make a 20/22 m bid for Mata? Ed's, why the is management so rigid about their preferred list? {Ed001's Note - because they have good reasons for those players being preferred. What is the point in scouting and researching background history of players if you then rush out and sign someone you have not looked into? Just let the club do their job, they know best.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 10:53:32
Hi Eds, what do you think of Diego? amd what do you think our chances of signing him are? (out of 10) i personally think at £10mil-£15mil he's a bargain, he can play in front of the midfield just behind the strikers and if we can offload mereiles, poulsen and Aquaman then he'll fit straight in. also, any news on these 3 players? how likely is it they will leave this transfer window. {Ed001's Note - he is nothing but trouble, destroys team spirit wherever he goes and is not a good enough player to make up for it. I am just glad Kenny knows that and has no interest in signing him.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 10:52:43
Downing is in my humble opinion vastly overpriced when you consider the price of other superior players already moving in this window. KK and DC should be going all out for Mata he is a real talent. I understand the British backbone thinking but when it comes down to finance and the severe gulf in value for money then they surely must look abroad. This rumour just in Liverpool to pay 400M for Tavronitis superkid - ME :-) Great site keep up the good work.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 10:49:01
hi eds who do you guys think will be the best lb we can sign and why. i know u guys have mentioned cissokho but any other ppl who u hav in mind that u think will suit us perfectly. thanx

DPK14 {Ed001's Note - personally I would go for Jose Angel, young and lightning fast.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 11:23:13
Hi

This in response to all the doom and glooms regarding Mata......

I wonder whether Liverpool have looked into setting up a 433 set up to go with the obvious 442 (Wingers for Carroll).

Suarez + Carrol + Gerrard

Adam +CM + RM (Plenty of choice)

LB + Skertel + Agger + Johnson

I also wonder whether Mata not being on the list is for the following reasons:
1. As technically gifted as he is Mata is not an out and out winger who makes crosses (important when you have Carroll). I've watched him with interest in the last year....
2. Mata has beautiful pass and movement but doesn't play with pace. (premier league pace)
3. Mata is too similar to our own Suarez then?

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 11:19:44
Ed, is there actually any chance of us signing Mata anymore?

{Ed031's Note - Still linked, I only know what you do.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 11:16:16
is it me or do eds always disagree and make you look stupid

{Ed031's Note - Depends on the Ed.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 10:49:54
The reason why LFC have targetted Hendo, Adam and Downing, is due to the fact that the FSG are very statistically focussed and have looked at a measure similar to the Carling Opta stats, which has revealed that our 3 targets have the highest rating of assists in goal scoring chances (so not just goal assists). I'm not a huge fan of this approach, however, this tactic worked unbelievably well for FSG with the Red Sox, so let's believe

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 10:46:49
Ed with the exception of the second half of last season we have not played the pass and move way since Roy Evans was in charge. Thankfully KK has full knowledge of how this is done and is returning us to the great Bill Shankly's blue print. We saw the beginning of this return in the second half of last season. What many don't know is that KK has however for the last two years been implementing this blue print in the club's youth set up together with Segura and Borrell. There was a press report a couple of days back which reported about a recent lecture Segura gave in Spain in which he explained the blue print being implemented which was designed to ensure every Liverpool team regardless of their age plays in the same way. I am confident that with a full pre-season under the tutorage of KK the first team will give vastly improved performances. We are now signing players who are comfortable with the pass and move style of play. Many on this site have demanded or wished for multiple marquee signings. Here is quote from the Great Bill Shankly which we should all take on board "a football team is like a piano, you need eight men to carry it and three who can play the damn thing". You only have to look across to Man u last season to see that what Bill Shankly said then is still valid now. Reality Red

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 09:39:04
Morning all
Clear up some confusion for me ed, would you please?
Is Mata actually looking to move on?
If so, there will be a host of clubs interested I am sure.
Oh and BBC website has them lot down the East Lancs interested in Sissokho....where's that come from?
Do they a fella sitting in an office somewhere keeping tabs on us? Lol.
The Real KB {Ed001's Note - Mata would happily stay where he is but Valencia have to sell or go under. They recently saw a huge increase to their interest payments. They have signed Piatti to replace him, it is just a case of waiting to see where he chooses to go, he has a lot of choice!}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 10:44:42
Is this the same arsenal which all there best players are leaving
Also what's the fascination with squad numbers?

LAVERS
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Arsenal have a good chance of keeping Nasri and only losing Fabregas (and of course Clichy), so to say all of their best players are leaving is a bit over the top.

Gervinho looks to be signing and they are also very interested in Benzema.

United have already made some good signings and City and Chelsea will be expected to do so as well. Though Arsenal appear to be the weakest link in that 'top four', I believe if they can sign their targets it will be very difficult for us to qualify for the Champions League next year. Forget what the media say, the 'gooners' shouldn't be underestimated at all...especially if they sign Mata.

Adam

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 10:43:43
Andre Wisdom has today signed a contract extension. Good news - Wisdom is one of our best youngsters

Aje

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 10:42:31
if the doni deal is not completed and he does go somewhere else....who else is being looked at as back up to pepe? {Ed002's Note - I don't know but perhaps some of the posters have an idea.} Dudek on a two year deal which will take him to 40 and then he can retire why not considering we are offering Doni a two year deal? what do u think Ed?

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 10:33:20
Twitter
"@StuRollingLFC: @NE39(nathan ecclestone) I've just heard a nasty little rumour that you are 1 of the 2 players that could be heading to blackpool?" Me2

looks like it is a player+cash deal then although it may just be on loan

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 10:32:43
liverpool to be relegated 1000/1 next season.
thats worth a bet.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 10:26:18
why are people still saying we want center midfielders still we already have gerrard, mierles, aqualani, lucas, adam, spearing, poulsen and henderson can play there. wingers are next on the list

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 10:25:50
i think we shud get benjani on a free wud b a gud addition to the squad

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 10:21:16
Just for a moment.. Fully fit Gerrad( best signing) Carrol also fit... Charlie Adam Supplying the crosses.. This is already lot better than what we had 2 months ago.. And look what we did Without these players.. King was already destroying oppositions and with these new additions we r looking better already.. if we get one or two good wingers and a LB.. thats it.. we r in top 4..
Long live the King

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 10:20:24
if the doni deal is not completed and he does go somewhere else....who else is being looked at as back up to pepe? {Ed002's Note - I don't know but perhaps some of the posters have an idea.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 10:14:00
If we want Mata we better get our money out and buy sharpish because Tottenham Hotspur are willing to rival Arsenal in the race for Valencia midfielder Juan Mata with the Spanish club willing to sell for £21million.
So come on KK AND DC he looks a good player with some great skills.
But i think if we get Downing we will not get Mata.
Great site EDS keep up the good work.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 10:09:11
Liverpool granted extension from council for Stanley Park stadium
The Reds have been given an extension by the city council to continue development for a 60,000 capacity stadium, but still ponder a redevelopment of their existing ground
By Michael Raven
Liverpool have been granted an extension for work on a new 60,000-seater stadium at Stanley Park.

The local authority deadline for the approval of development work expired on June 19, but a council spokesperson has stated that 'sufficient works' have been undertaken by Liverpool since their first approval in 2008.

Over the three-year period, Liverpool have only demolished one street of houses behind the Anfield Road end to allow for an extension, which opens up the possibility of remaining at Anfield and building on their existing stadium instead of moving to Stanley Park, but the council sees this as sufficient.

A council spokesman said they are now waiting on the club to announce a £300,000-a-year lease on the site for a new stadium.

"Work continues on examining both options open to us: refurbishment of Anfield and Stanley Park, " a club spokesman was quoted as saying by The Guardian.

Council leader Joe Anderson added: "I would discourage [Liverpool] from redeveloping Anfield and would encourage them to stick to the commitment that is already in place."

Liverpool council reportedly enforced the June 19 deadline, and refused six and 12-month extensions, before approving a three-month extension until September, although the council deny these allegations, saying: "A condition of the planning decision was that Liverpool had to start work by June 19 but we've accepted they have done sufficient work."


Source goal.com

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 10:07:09
ed if downing, adam and enrique sign u reckon that will be it for the summer spending? {Ed002's Note - Putting aside Doni, just possibly. But I suspect one or two more may arrive.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 10:00:21
i doubt we will sign mata with arsenal, spurs and us all intreseted and i think he will go arsenal :(

........

Is this the same arsenal which all there best players are leaving
Also what's the fascination with squad numbers?

LAVERS

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 09:54:23
i am and always have been a fan of joe cole and when he joined liverpool it was kind of a dream come true but im annoyed with people saying he's not good and he's a waste. alright, his wages are extremely high but i reckon hes gonna stay and try to get back to full fitness and prove himself as last season he was plagued with injuries but when he's fully fit he's quite a good player {Ed002's Note - People need to understand that a significant part of his wages are paying off his signing on fee.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 09:30:54
does any1 know what shirt no. adam and henderson will wear. just curious i think it should be out od 11 15 19 20

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 09:17:51
Oshea having a medical at sunderland I can't believe we've missed another top Target.
Get rid of KK this is crazy.

LAVERS

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 09:13:23
i doubt we will sign mata with arsenal, spurs and us all intreseted and i think he will go arsenal :(

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 09:11:45
Why are a lot of 'fans' complaining about prices that Liverpool are paying for players such as Carroll and Henderson?

We sold Fernando Torres for £50m.
Bought Andy Carroll for £35m.
Bought Jordan Henderson for £16m (£20m)

Now, if you ask me, paying £1m (£5m) more for two of the hottest young prospects in English football, who, to be fair to them, had great seasons last season, particularly Henderson, whilst being able to sell that lump Torres, is a crackin' bit of business.

I know we also spent in excess of £22m for Luis Suarez but that transfer speaks for itself given the quality of Suarez and then there's the absolute bargain of £7m for Charlie Adam.

Kenny Dalglish definitely knows what he's doing.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 08:59:51
all i would do now if i was kenny is get rid of the deadwood jova, poulson and the rest and bring in juan mata . garry cahill, and either one of these sturridge, downing, cissikho

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 08:51:00
Why are all the Liverpool fans .........

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Wow, that's a really responsible rumour that the Eds let through. Good Job :( {Ed002's Note - It should not have been posted, sorry.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 08:33:15
i know alot of you think cole will go oneway or another but i think he maybe given another season. unless there is a player that lfc really want and then they may offer him as part of the deal. {Ed002's Note - I agree.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 08:24:11
kk said there is more to come. i think we should offer polsen, ngog for downing. as villa dont really have any holding mids or forwards as such. i would like to see another winger as well as downing. ella or mata would be nice. i do think milner would be a good signing as he can play ether side. the likes of amoo, eccleston, darby, konchsky, jova, soto and maybe insua will be shown the door or used as part of a deal. iam not to sure whats really going to happen with the likes of raul m, aqua iam not so sure kk is going to sell them. kk likes them alot and they are players that can change games. i gess if the right price gets offerd lfc will take it. good times are coming back.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 07:47:26
Notice the way players who have been strongly linked have been signed.. Henderson and Adam. I expect other targets who are strongly linked will sign; Downing, Enrique and Mata all to sign aswell.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 07:43:19
06 Jul 2011 22:34:28 ed what do u think will happen with pacheco? and do u think were guna pacheco? and do u think were guna start to see sterling next season in afraid that Pacheco could well move on if anybody is interested in the player. He is undeniably talented but just hasn't worked, and that is nobody's fault. Since then he has shown a lack of willingness to work hard in training and earn a starting berth. If no one is interested then he berth. If no one is interested then he will go on loan again. Sterling will get a few substitute appearances no doubt but won't be starting doubt but won't be starting regularly, we don't want to risk burnout that could halt his development significantly.} regularly, we don't want to risk burnout that could halt his development significantly.}
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To be fair to the guy hodgeson did only ever bring him on for lw and then had him retrain for that position. As a striker its very frustrating since all you want to do is hit the net.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 05:51:41
This is not really a rumour, just a question for the eds or any other who might have a clue. After the departure of both Xavi Valero and Mike Kelly, are John Achterberg the current first team goalkeeper coach? Since at the official homepage the dutch former goalie is still only addressed as a reserves goalkeeping coach?

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 00:08:18
eds any ideas on numbers for henderson and adam...
i know adam likes the number 26 {Ed002's Note - No idea, I am sorry.}

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 08:02:13
So we have Henderson and Adams. I feel Henderson
Will play on the right wing & if we get downing he will
Play on left. Adams will be a squad player. Lucas will be first choice with stevie G. From France will come in and will cover the midfield box to box role, as we need different types of midfielders. Rail to be sold. We still need another winger I feel Adam Johnson who has bags of pace which we lack. Another striker is required but who is the question. Doyle is an option or gyan..

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 07:59:44
theturdz here just got the first foto of adam having his medical about to upload it on the liverpool sightings post ed take a good look at the appointments board behind the doctor im sure there are more names booked this week for medicals could be more signings on the way.

"turdz" i would expect that board to be full, being as its first week back to training, all players will have a full medical after assesment week.
sorry to rain on your parade, just i dnt see staff pening a medical list in this day in age in footy.they happen as and when needed for new signings.

on a different note, from past memory, dnt LFC seem to liven up in the transfer market when they are on tour?
grt site ed's
keep the faith YNWA.
Piddy

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 07:51:33
Turdz old thing you may be right, but if you look at the training photos you'll see that there are quite a few players carrying knocks etc, so they might be pencilled in as well, and I'm pretty sure that Carroll and Gerrard will have appointments set
Dawkins

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 07:26:02
Firstly - Can all the fans on here who have been stating that Henderson, Adam and Downing are 'not good enough' to play for Liverpool stop NOW All 3 (if we get Downing) are good, steady players and, in the cases of Adam and Henderson, can and will be improved by KK and, more importantly, have premier league experience, so should all hit the ground running - plus they are British

Henderson's fee is high, but my sources tell me that both Man Utd and Arsenal posted an interest in the player, therefore inflating the price last minute (but we were willing to go to £22m aparantly) but, if we have got Adam for c£7m, then the club should be applauded for some great business.

I believe we will get Downing for c£18m (just my opinion), then I know (or have heard) that we will get two of the following:
Dann / Shawcross / Cahill / Enrique / Lahm

Once they are on board, finances will be assessed and a decision will be made on any additional signings and, if it happens, it will be the 'big one'

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 06:33:47
Liverpool will try to offload Cole as part of the Downing deal, if not he will be loned out to Westham with both teams paying part of his wage.

REDMAN

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 06:00:39
3 Liverpool Scouts are currently at Copa America. 2 of the scouts were at the Argentina-Columbia Match.
1 other going to Uruguay-Chile. Was told perhaps 3 players out of those 4 teams Liverpool Will put in a bid.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 05:08:36
christian ansaladi
aly cissokho
leighton baines
emiliano izzaguire

they r the only ones we should consider pace tacts with very good in defence others r ol nt liverpool standards

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 04:05:46
Can't remember where I saw this but we could now field an outfield comprised solely of Gerrard, Carragher and central midfielders:

Reina
Poulsen-Spearing-Carra-Shelvey
Henderson-Lucas-Adam-Meireles
Gerrard-Aquilani

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 02:59:08
who needs a certain rumours site that we need to PAY in order to hear rumours when there is this awesome website that gives us FACTs for free and fast? great site eds , shoutout all the way from Singapore

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 02:32:46
Not a rumour just opinion , but iv been reading alot about martin kelly , glenn johnson and flanagan..people here are suggesting that we wont need a cb cause kelly will be pushed inside..with johnson at rb and flanagan as cover..jamie carra needs to be replaced ..and very soon..Agger is injury prone , good player just injury prone and it doesnt look like we, ll ever get a full season out of him in one posotion..Martin Skrtel is also injury prone..seems to get alot of head injuries..and he is also a bit suspect at times , he doesnt get forward enough from corners..and his distrubution from the back is poor..just doesnt impose himself enough , there, s better players..i sugest we get one ..id like to see us sell him ..bring in cahill or dann , ..if not id still like us to sign a good replacement for carra..who can play along side either skrtel or Agger if we decide to keep both...defensively we have become weeker over the last few seasons..and away from home we concede to many ..needs to be sorted and sorted this year..

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 02:17:54
Who ever put that list of ins and outs with the price next to them.Wow.Jones has been given a free/released due to tragic family circumstances. Jovanovic has left/leaving for free with a pay off. If we get 3 mil for Konchesky and 4 mil for Poulsen, we'll end up in court again, this time for fraud, and then given a 50 year transfer embargo off the Premier League/FA. But Agger 7 mil, come on mate were all Liverpool fans but he wouldn't be sold for less then 12. And if we can keep him fit he's the best centre back at the club imo, thats if he stays fit. Were not gonna get a lot for our deadwood, but as long as we can get them off the payroll i'd be happy to give most of them you mentioned away. On a serious note i find it shocking the Kodge thought Poulsen and Konchesky were good enough for Liverpool the cheeky **** but not good enough for West Brom. Outrageous. Jonson6

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 02:16:46
Arent you all glad that noone came in and said Charlie Adam has also failed his medical?

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 02:02:11
I have no doubt that Downing and Adam will be a great improvement to our squad. I feel like we have the money to buy the players we need after consecutive disappointing summers.

But I am a bit skeptical about our transfer approaches. don't you think Kenny and Camolli are being a bit less ambitious and more risk avoiding with the players they are targeting? I feel like we have such a bad record in recent years with transfer dealings that they are being pressured a bit in not trying to take a risk for spotting extra talent. I am dead sure given the condition, if benitez was here right now, He would't hesitate a minute to bring Mata.
We are tolde that Liverpool are targetting young players with higher resale value. however, for instance whatever value we are about to pay for Downing, I can't see it going up in the coming years.

To begin with, buying players from the premier league doesn't mean total risk avoiding. Cole, Keane, Konchesky, Kewell can be all witnesses for that. I can understand that Kenny has some playing strategy in mind and he is choosing players based on that. but we may end up with out option if the system doesn't work or becomes predictable at the second half of the season. after all, We are yet to come from behind and win a game under Kenny. that still concerns me.

Guys am not complaining or anything. but I am a bit confused. When we buy downing, soon people will say we bought henderson, Adam, and Downing for close to £50 mil. Am I the only one to have that feeling?

miccmak

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 01:31:11
If Agger stays fit the spine of the team should have at least 3 left footers. Carroll & Adam (Meireles) being the others. That's pretty well balanced. I hope we focus on the flanks now.

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 01:51:58
Charlie Adam has asked if there are any decent pie shops in Liverpool.....a sure sign he is on his way
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LOL - well done to this poster - you were right - he must have found a good pie shop then.

LIVERPRES

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 00:30:08
Hello ed and fans I am a bit worried after reading that spurs have bid for mata do you think they could get him over us?


hibsylfc

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 00:24:41
I am delighted with the A**m signing I think that was good business from KK a**m will only improve at a team and coaching staff like pool. Keep up the good work and signings w emust not forget the owners who have still delivered to us thankyou more signings please a winger.


hibsylfc

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 00:17:20
eds
Do you think we could be looking at both Bastos and
Downing. It would be exciting to see these two
overlapping as both played lb/lw
still hopeful of Mata but he can play anywhere
And is this the last year teams can spend more than
their profit, if so would it be the time to spend big
and clear out

 

 

 

 

07 Jul 2011 00:14:40
now we have signed C*****e A**m - 7 million, and Jordan Henderson - 20 million. and Jonjo Shelvey and Danny Wilson are believed to have gone on loan to Blackpool. this should be the actions at Liverpool for the rest of the window

IN: J.Henderson - 20 million (Done), C.A**m - 7 million (Done), Doni - free, S.Dann - 12 million, J.Enrique - 8 million, J.Mata - 23 million, Park Chu Young - 6 million
Total Spent - 76 million

OUT: J.Shelvey - Loan (believed), D.Wilson - Loan (believed), B.Jones - 1 million, D.Agger - 7 million, P.Konchesky - 3 million, R.Meireles - 13 million, C.Poulsen - 4 million, J.Cole - 5 million, M.Jovanovic - 4 million, D.Ngog - 4 million
Total Received - 40 million

76 million - 40 million = 36 million spent
YNWA

 

 

 

 

06 Jul 2011 23:57:27
Cazorla will hit 29 and be sold. No one will be bought to replace him because we have that bright spark called.. umm.. RAHEEM STERLING Who at that time will be heading for his 20th birthday.

T-Dog.

Just a theory.

 

 

 

 

 
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