Reira to Olympiacos

Liverpool FC has confirmed that they are in talks with Greek side, Olympiacos over the sale of winger Albert Reira.

Reira played no part in Wednesday night’s friendly draw with Grasshoppers as discussions has been on-going with the Greek outfit. Riera had failed to establish himself as a first-team regular at Anfield and was left out of Spain's winning World Cup squad, which included Liverpool teammates Fernando Torres and Pepe Reina.

Olympiakos will play in this season's Europa League after finishing second behind Panathinaikos in the Greek league.

   "Albert Riera did not play as a precaution because negotiations are ongoing with Olympiacos." Hodgson told www.liverpoolfc.tv

Riera signed from Espanyol in August 2008 and has scored five goals in 56 appearances.

The deal are reported to be finalised yesterday with Olympiacos agreeing a fee in the region of £4.2million for the Spaniard’s service.

 

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Joe Cole signs four-year deal

It’s official! Liverpool FC has kopped Joe Cole, beating competition from Tottenham Hotspurs and Arsenal for the 28-year-old Chelsea’s midfielder on a free transfer.

Joe Cole signing was seen as a direct replacement for Yossi Benayoun who travelled in the opposite direction earlier this month.

   Liverpool FC are delighted to confirm the signing of Joe Cole on a four-year deal.

The England midfielder has agreed personal terms with the Reds and will undergo a medical in the next 48 hours.

Cole will be Liverpool FC second signing of the summer after Milan Jovanovic and Hodgson’s first signing for the Reds.

 

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Another Argentine player could be on the way out of Anfield

Speculation are mounting on the possibility for Javier Mascherano to follow Emiliano Insua out of Anfield before the new season kick-off. In the latest interview with Reds boss, Roy Hodgson says he is yet to speak to midfielder Javier Mascherano, and has struggled to reach the Argentine.

Mascherano has been heavily linked with a big money summer move to Inter Milan, prompting Hodgson to be keen to talk about his future at Anfield.

   “I have tried to contact Javier,”

“I have left him voice messages and sent him texts but had no reply. To be fair to him, that’s not unusual because he’s had a tough World Cup and I believe he’s gone back to Argentina.

“It’s not always easy to get in touch with people. I have tried to reach him to make clear I am happy to talk with him at his convenience.” Roy Hodgson speaking to the press

Inter chief Massimo Moratti says the club definitely have the Argentine international on their wish list.

   “Mascherano? I know he has always played well, he has a strong character, is a smart guy,”

“We have so many players in that role good and intelligent. We’ll see if he can help us in terms of technical tactics.” Moratti told Sky Italia.

Earlier in the press, they suggested that Liverpool have reportedly agreed a fee of £5million to sell Argentine left-back Emiliano Insua to Italian side Fiorentina.

Sources:  Telegraph UK, Sky Sports

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Liverpool FC new third away kit 2010-2011

Liverpool FC third away kit for 2010-2011 has been revealed at store.liverpoolfc.tv today. The kit spots a crimson black with golden strips and wordings. The background texture is almost similar to the new home kit.

 

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Fernando Torres sidelined for one month

Liverpool FC announced yesterday that Fernando Torres will faced up to three weeks on the sidelines after suffering an adductor injury in Sunday's final.

The scan has revealed Torres suffered a small tear and the Spanish medial staff didn't consider it to be too serious at the time.

   “He should be able to resume training within two to three weeks and be able to play again within three to four weeks." Head of Sports Science and Medicine Peter Brukner told www.liverpoolfc.tv

 

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Fernando Torres injury update

Liverpool’s Head of Sport Science and Medicine, Peter Brukner will be flying to Madrid to meet up with Fernando Torres to assess the damage. Fernando Torres, who is beginning an extended break, has undergo a scan yesterday.

Initial fears that he pulled up with a hamstring injury appear to have diminished and he is now believed to have suffered a groin injury which could be out for 3-8 weeks out depending on the severity.

   "It certainly looked like it might have been bad but it seems not too bad.

"We are optimistic it is not going to be too bad." Reds doctor told BBC Sport

He had only been on the pitch for 10 minutes when he had a hand in Andres Iniesta's winning goal, but moments later he was stretchered off with a left adductor injury after pulling up abruptly while chasing a through ball.

Chelsea are reported to open the bidding for Torres, in the region of £50million. This injury may have put the bidding in doubt for the moment. Liverpool FC has slapped a £70million price tag on Torres and Chelsea’s offer somehow fell short of Liverpool’s valuation.

 

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Serbian forward signs three-year deal

Serbia international Milan Jovanovic has penned a three-year deal at Melwood on 8 July. The 29-year-old forward was one of Serbia’s star performer at the World Cup, scoring the winning goal against Germany.

  "It is an honour for me to sign for one of the biggest clubs in football.

"I cannot wait to start working with the manager and I'm looking forward to joining up with my new teammates on our Swiss training camp." Jovanovic told www.liverpoolfc.tv

He has spent the previous four years at Standard Liege, where he won Belgian Footballer of the Year in 2008 and the Golden Shoe in 2009. Jovanovic arrived on a free transfer, he will provide the much needed cover for our star striker, Fernando Torres.

Milan “The Snake” Jovanovic has been handed the iconic No.10 shirt after completing his transfer from Standard Liege. The number has previously been worn by Anfield legends like John Barnes, Terry McDermott, Jan Molby, Luis Garcia and John Toshack.

 

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Transfer rumours : Reds want £12.5million striker

FC Twente’s Bryan Ruiz, has being closely monitored by Liverpool FC. Roy Hodgson want to sign the Costa Rican international from Dutch champions FC Twente, when he was in-charged at Fulham but the price tag was too hefty for them.

Ruiz joined Twente from Belgian outfit, Ghent in the summer of 2009. His goals helped Twente to their first-ever Dutch league crown, netting 24 goals in 34 appearances and has since been linked with a move to many a bigger club.

Liverpool FC need to competes with Valencia, Sevilla, Wolfsburg and Fulham for his signature. He has a £12.5million release clause in his deal and Liverpool appear to be ready to meet that clause.

Does this signals the end of Ryan Babel’s tenure at Anfield?

 

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