Torres Signs For Chelsea

Fernando Torres has officially signed for Chelsea.

The deal is believed to be worth £50,000,000 and £180,000 per week.

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Official: Liverpool Sign Andy Carroll

Liverpool have officially signed Andy Carroll.

Liverpool have signed the striker for a fee understood to be worth £35,000,000, on a 5 and a half year contract, keeping him under contract until Summer 2016.

Torres is rumoured to be at Stamford Bridge with a blacked our car rushing into around 15 minutes ago.

We'll keep you updated, watch this space.

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Charlie Adam New Twist

Sky Sports News are reported that Charlie Adam is set to stay at Blackpool.

It has just been reported that Adam has apparently left a meeting with Blackpool chairman, and a statement released from the chairman is stating the Adam will not be leaving the club.

Adam and his agent were then seen leaving the stadium, assumptions that he is on his way home.

We'll keep you updated.

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Charlie Adam Betting Suspended...

Betting on Charlie Adam moving to Liverpool has been suspended.

With the bookies no longer taking bets on Charlie Adam moving to Liverpool, does this look like he is ready to sign for Liverpool?

Rumours are he has left Blackpool and is on his way to Liverpool, other rumours stating he has come out of a meeting and is staying at Blackpool.

We'll keep you updated.

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Suarez Makes Liverpool Switch

Today Liverpool have officially signed Luis Suarez.

Over the weekend a deal was agreed for Suarez and he passed a medical, and as we all expected, the paperwork has been completed and he is now officially a Liverpool player, in a deal worth approximately £22,800,000.

This stands alongside news that Andy Caroll is on the verge of signing for Liverpool for an astonishing £35,000,000, and SkyBet having Ashley Young as evens to sign before the window closes.

We will keep you updated up to and beyond the 11pm (GTM) transfer deadline.

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Liverpool Agree Carroll Fee

Liverpool FC have confirmed this afternoon that Newcastle United had accepted an offer for the transfer of Andy Carroll, a fee believed to top £35,000,000.

We have been given permission by Newcastle to discuss personal terms with the player, who will now travel to Liverpool for a medical.

In my opinion, massively overpriced, but feel free to share your views here, http://www.new-606.co.uk/showthread.php?tid=190

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New Suarez Song

With Torres wanting to desert the fans that have stood by him all this time, should the sacred number 9 shirt by given to Suarez? If so this song will be very fitting!

The armband proved he was a red, Suarez, Suarez.
You'll Never Walk Alone it said, Suarez, Suarez.
He got it off some lad from Spain.
Tall, blonde hair, forgot his name.
Luis Suarez, Liverpool's number 9!

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Suarez Agreed Personal Terms & Passes Medical

Liverpool FC have announced that Luis Suarez has passed him medical, and agreed personal terms with Liverpool.

This now means nothing stands in the way of the world class striker and Liverpool, and he is expected to sign for the Merseyside club at some point tomorrow, before the 5pm transfer window deadline.

Liverpool and Ajax have earlier in the week agreed a transfer fee of approximately £22,000,000 (26,500,000 Euros) for the striker, who has scored an impressive 81 goals in 108 games for Ajax.

The official word from a Liverpool spokesperson was:

"Luis Suarez has successfully passed his medical and personal terms with the player have been agreed. We expect to complete the remainder of the paperwork tomorrow".

We will keep you updated with all Liverpool transfer news as it happens with the transfer deadline closing in. Hit Ctrl+D to bookmark us, watch this space.

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Agger Loves Kenny Style, The City, & The Club

Daniel Agger believes Kenny Dalglish is attempting to install a positive mentality into Liverpool's playing style, and it's one he's relishing.

The Dane feels the training methods Dalglish has implemented at Melwood have had the desired effect so far, with the Reds winning their last two matches in the Barclays Premier League to move up to seventh in the table.

Agger told Liverpool's official matchday programme "He's such a big personality and his name is so big around this club and this city, it's unbelievable, He's been here for a few weeks now and I can say that I like his style of football".

"I think every day, he is so positive in what he does, trying to get the team to go forward by playing football. I believe he can be really good for us".

"In the team meetings and in training you can hear and by the different things we're working on that he really wants us to play positive football and how important it is to keep possession, not giving it away so easily".

"He understands that long-term success happens with teams and not individuals so there has been a big emphasis on team spirit".

Shortly after the confirmation of his appointment, Dalglish drafted in Steve Clarke to assist with the coaching of the squad at Melwood.

Agger has been impressed with the manner in which the pair have worked together so far, and he's hopeful they will both have decisive roles to play in Liverpool's future.

He continued, in regard to Steve Clarke "Already you can see that he is, and will hopefully in the future be, a positive influence on this club".

"He and Kenny look like a really good team and together I hope they can play a huge part in the club's future - not just in the short-term, but in the long-term as well. It is clear that they suit this club".

"Obviously we need results but that's up to the players in the squad to make that happen too".

"We have that spirit back under the new manager and that counts for a lot because if you have confidence, it's easier to achieve success".

"You have seen in the past what some of the players here can do - there's no reason why we can't do it again".

Since recovering from injury, Agger has started all five of Liverpool's games since Dalglish took over at the helm, and he remains adamant he sees his future at Anfield.

The defender added: "I don't see why I shouldn't see my immediate future here because I have three or so years left on my contract and I intend to fulfil that.

"I believe in the club and like the city, so why should I look anywhere else?"

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Kenny Talks About The Stoke Game

Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish insists he has no issue with Stoke City's style of football, insisting it is up to their opponents to deal with his.

The Potters will travel to Anfield on Wednesday evening occupying a mid table spot in the Barclays Premier League having established themselves as one of the most robust outfits in the Premier League.

Dalglish has no qualms about Stoke's direct approach and admits his Liverpool side may have to adapt parts of their defensive organisation in order to nullify the threat from set pieces.

He said "My next managerial challenge on the pitch comes against Stoke City at Anfield on Wednesday night. I've always had to adapt to facing different styles as a manager, in my first time at Liverpool we had to play the likes of Millwall, who had Teddy Sheringham and Tony Cascarino and played a very direct game, or Wimbledon, who were led by John Fashanu".

"There is no definitive way of playing football. Stoke have as much right to turn round and say that Liverpool's principles or Manchester United's principles are wrong as the other way round. Stoke play to their strengths and we should all get on with it".

"Whether it's Arsenal's passing style or Stoke's long throw, you have to try to deal with it and combat it. And let's credit Tony Pulis with doing a good job at Stoke. It's common sense for a manager to select a style that suits his players".

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Torres Transfer Request Rejected

Liverpool FC have today confirmed that on Friday evening Fernando Torres submitted a transfer request, which was rejected by the club.

Liverpool said in a statement, "Fernando Torres tonight submitted a written transfer request, which has been rejected by Liverpool".

"Fernando is under a long-term contract and the Club expects him to honour the commitment he made to Liverpool FC and its supporters when he signed the agreement".

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Video: Suarez In Action

With Liverpool on the brink of signing Luis Suarez, we bring you a video of him in action, with some of his goals and best bits.

Enjoy!

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Official: Reds Agree Suarez Deal!

We can officially announce that Liverpool Football Club have agreed a fee of up to £22,000,000 with Ajax world class striker Luis Suarez, subject to the completion of a medical.

The Club have now been given permission by Ajax to discuss personal terms with the player and his agent.

We will keep you updated.

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Rumour: Ajax Call Press Conference

Although it is not official, sources from Ajax are confirming that Ajax have called a press conference for 7PM (6PM GMT).

Could this be the big announcement that Suarez is leaving?

We will keep you updated if news comes in.

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Chelsea Make Official Bid For Torres

Chelsea today had a £35,000,000 bid for Fernando Torres rejected, with Liverpool insiting that he is not for sale.

When the story broke yesterday night, a Liverpool spokesperson said "Chelsea have made a bid for Fernando which has been turned down, the player is not for sale."

Worryingly it is rumoured from strong sources, including Sky Sports, that Fernando Torres has told Liverpool to "listen to Chelsea's offer".

We will keep you updated if anything further developes.

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Ajax Hand Liverpool Suarez Deadline

Liverpool have been given until Saturday to meet Ajax's £21,500,000 price tag for Luis Suarez, or the deal is off.

Negotiations are still going on, although Ajax (who are rumoured to be in financial difficulty) seem to be refusing to budge on their price of the striker.

We will keep you updated as news comes through.

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Liverpool March On With 1-0 Win

Kenny Dalglish secured his first home victory in his second spell at the helm as Liverpool beat Fulham 1-0 at Anfield on Wednesday evening.

After failing to cap an impressive first-half showing with a goal, the Reds finally took a deserved lead on 52 minutes when visiting defender John Panstil sliced into his own goal after Fernando Torres's deflected effort had struck the post.

Fulham tried in vain to restore parity in the dying stages, but the hosts were able to see out the contest to claim victory.

The result means Liverpool recorded back-to-back Barclays Premier League wins for the first time since November and elevates them up to seventh in the table.

In the build up to the game, an intriguing stat emerged revealing the last time Fulham had visited Anfield with Dalglish as Reds' boss, they returned to London having been on the end of a 10-0 demolition job in a League Cup tie in 1986.

Few were predicting a repeat scoreline prior to kick-off, though, particularly as the Cottagers had ground out goalless draws on each of their last two visits to L4 and journeyed north on the back of a four-match unbeaten run.

Nonetheless, spirits within the Liverpool camp had been buoyed by arguably their most dominant performance of the season so far at Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday - and the return of Steven Gerrard from suspension only served to heighten the feel-good factor around dressing room ahead of kick off.

The skipper was instantly restored straight to the starting XI, replacing the injured Lucas Leiva, as Dalglish opted to make one change to the line-up that had excelled at Molineux.

A tepid start greeted the opening exchanges of the contest, but Liverpool did have the ball in the back of the net inside six minutes, only to see the effort chalked off due to offside as Torres raced onto Raul Meireles's pass and slotted beyond David Stockdale.

TV replays, however, suggested perhaps an incorrect decision had been made.

Undeterred, the Reds set about mounting a sustained spell of pressure on the visitors' goal and after Stockdale had tipped Meireles's glance from a Martin Kelly centre around the post, Martin Skrtel headed into the side netting from the resulting corner.

The Fulham stopper had to extend his frame again on 25 minutes, turning Glen Johnson's dipping drive over the bar after the full-back had stormed his way into a shooting position on the edge of the area.

Liverpool were firmly positioned in the driving seat and Mark Hughes's men had rarely ventured into the opposing half - but they did test Pepe Reina twice in quick succession just shy of the 30-minute mark.

First, Clint Dempsey pounced upon a wayward pass from Martin Kelly and drew a block from the Reds' 'keeper with a stinging low drive.

Then, Mousa Dembele spurned a golden chance to put Fulham into the lead, failing to make proper contact with the ball after Andy Johnson's cutback had bobbled into his path at point-blank range and thus enabling Reina to fend away the attempt.

Back came the hosts and only a fine block by Pantsil prevented Maxi Rodriguez's prod reaching goal following Kelly's cross.

With half-time looming, Fulham were still robustly holding on to their clean sheet, although that could have changed had Torres managed to get his header on target from another Kelly delivery.

However, Liverpool eventually broke the deadlock seven minutes after the restart, albeit in somewhat fortunate fashion.

Kuyt's touch deflected a Dempsey pass into the path of Torres, whose turn and shot from the edge of the box ricocheted against Brede Hangeland and onto the base of the post. With Stockdale grounded, Fulham frantically tried to clear under pressure from the lurking Meireles, but Panstil only succeeded in slicing the ball over his own line.

It was no more than the Reds deserved, though the goal did not prove the signal for another spell of concerted pressure from the hosts.

A deflection from Chris Baird on Meireles's pass for Torres following a lightening-fast counter attack proved to be the next time Stockdale was tested, with the No.12 required to divert the ball around the post on 74 minutes.

With time ticking down, Fulham piled forward in search of an equaliser and Aaron Hughes saw a goal-bound header palmed away by Reina on the stretch.

Hangeland rose highest to meet the corner that followed, but the centre-back was left holding his head in his hands as Meireles cleared from off the goalline.

And the Cottagers were left further frustrated when Reina thwarted Dembele after Danny Murphy's free-kick had caused panic in the Liverpool box.

It proved their final chance, however, as the Reds withstood the nervy finale to secure an important three points.

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Liverpool Lineup Announced

The lineup for tonights match at home to Fulham has been announced and is as follows:

Reina
Kelly, Agger, Skrtel, Johnson
Kuyt, Gerrard, Poulsen, Maxi
Meireles, Torres

Subs: Gulacsi, Cole, Pacheco, Aurelio, Ngog, Wilson, Shelvey.

Liverpool are favourites for the clash, with William Hill offering the following odds:

Liverpool: 8/15 (1.53)
Draw: 14/5 (3.80)
Fulham: 11/2 (6.50)

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Suarez Preparing To Hold Talks With Ajax

Liverpool target Luis Suarez is expected to hold talks with Ajax in the next 2 days in an attempt to convince the Dutch side to reduce their asking price and let the striker join Liverpool.

Ajax have informed Damien Comolli, Liverpool's director of football strategy, that only an offer matching their valuation would tempt them to sell the 24 year old, suggesting the £12,7000,000 Liverpool have offered is not respectful.

The Anfield club's owners, Fenway Sports Group, would prefer not to pay more than £20,000,000 for the striker but any hope of negotiating an improved price now rests on Suarez persuading Ajax to lower their demands.

Ajax's manager, Frank de Boer, has made it clear, though, that he will not allow Suarez to be sold "at 23.55 on Jan 31", and the former Holland international is believed to be adamant that a replacement must be identified before the striker leaves, regardless f the price.

Kenny Dalglish must wait on the outcome of an increasingly prolonged saga to see whether he will finally land the attacking reinforcement the club have been chasing all transfer window, but there is plenty to console the Scot ahead of tonight's visit of Fulham.

We will keep you updated as the saga continues.

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Babel Signs For Hoffenheim

Ryan Babel has brought his three year Liverpool career to an end by signing for German clun Hoffenheim.


The Dutch winger earlier signed a two and a half year deal with the Bundesliga side with the option of a further year.

We at Empire Of Anfield would like to wish Ryan all the best of luck for the remainded of his career.

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Liverpool Hope For Suarez Transfer Request

It is believed that with negotiations continuing, Liverpool are hoping that Luis Suarez will hand in a transfer request to force a move away from Ajax.

The Reds were reported to have offered £12,700,000 for the striker, but Ajax rejected the offer by asking them to come back with a more respectful bid.

Sources reveal that Liverpool are hoping that the Uruguay forward hands in a transfer request to ease the process, and lessen the transfer fee required.

It is believed that Suarez's current wages would be doubled, should he opt for a move to the Merseyside club.

Blackpool's Charlie Adam, also a Liverpool target, recently handed in a written transfer request to Blackpool boss Ian Holloway.

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Wolfsburg Offer For Jovanovic

Wolfsburg have offered £6,000,000 for Liverpool's Milan Jovanovic.

The 29 year old impressive with previous club Standard Liege, before moving to Anfield on a free transfer, but hasn't had the best spell for Liverpool, where he frequently fails to make the starting 11.

He has in the past expressed a desire to trudge on and fight for a regular spot in the club's starting 11, but his agent has admitted that he could be on his way out.

Now reports are coming in from Germany that Wolfsburg have offered £6,000,000 to sign the striker as a replacement for Edin Dzeko, who joined Manchester City last week.

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Babel Set For Hoffenheim

We bring you breaking news that Ryan Babel has just agreed a move to German club TSG 1899 Hoffenheim.

Babel will fly to Germany tomorrow to finalise the deal and sign for his new club.

The move comes six days after Liverpool accepted a bid for the 24 year old striker.

This, of course, meant Babel cannot be used as a part exchange for Suarez, as recently rumoured.

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Suarez Negotiations Hit A Standstill

It is with regret that we bring you news that it seems talks between Liverpool and Ajax for striker Luis Suarez have hit a standstill, although the clubs are still in negotiations.

Negotiations have been going on for well over a week now, but it has been known that both clubs are around £7,000,000 apart, and sources have revealed that talks have come to a standstill, with Ajax refusing to sell under  £24,000,000, and Liverpool refusing to pay any more than £17,000,000, leaving the clubs valuations of the Striker a considerable distance apart.

Liverpool's Director Of Football Strategy, Damian Comolli, flew out to Holland this morning for private talks, so try and salvage a deal, although with everything seeming to run smoothly this is an unwanted barrier for Liverpool fans.

There are talks that Ryan Babel could be used in part-exchange to help the deal go through, but things are still up in the air.

Should the transfer fail to go through, Liverpool have names Alvaro Gegredo as the replacement purchase and could seal a last minute bid for the striker.

We will keep you updated as negotiations continue.

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Liverpool In N'Zogbia Talks

Liverpool are in talks with Wigans over Charles N'Zogbia, and although both teams are around £7,500,000 apart, with Dalglish only willing to pay half of Wigan's £15,000,000 asking price for the 24 year old French international, but negotiations continue. 

Rumours are that agent Paul Stretford, a close friend of Dalglish who is becoming a more influential figure at Anfield, is attempting to negotiate a deal between the two clubs.

N'Zogbia, Wigan's brightest star, has three goals and given two assists in the Premier League this season, but is widely considered a dynamic playmaker with pace, creativity and potential.

Pacey as he is, he has an arsenal of positions, similar to Tottenham's Gareth Bale. N'Zogbia primarily plays on the left wing, but regularly comes inside as an attacking playmaker and can even play as a left back.

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Liverpool Eye Up Shock Move For Benzema

It has surfaced that Liverpool have set their sights on the currently out of favour Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema.

According to sources from a very popular German website, the Reds are eying a loan move for the 23 year old superstar, with an option for a permanent move at the end of the season.

Benzema continues to be a fringe player for Real Madrid, despite his obvious world class talent and long-term injury to front-man Gonzalo Higuain.

He is failing to secure a first team place under Jose Mourinho, which has conflict between Mourinho and general director Jorge Valdano.

Valdano said after last Sunday's draw with Almeria that he hoped Benzema did not stay on the bench for too long, saying that the situation was unfair.

Mourinho responded by saying, "I pick the team, and if I need any help then I have my coaching staff."

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Wolves vs Liverpool Match Highlights

Below is a video showing Liverpool's fantastic 3-0 win over Wolves yesterday.

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Liverpool Bag 3-0 Win

2 goals from Fernando Torres, and a sensational strike from Raul Meireles gave Liverpool a comfortable 3-0 victory against Wolves earlier today.

Dalglish was unfortunate to not bag a victory in his first 3 games as Liverpool manager but it was worth the wait as the performance was something to enjoy from a Liverpool fans point of view.

The goals started coming when Torres scored after 36 minutes to set the Reds on their way to a first triumph under Dalglish, after he slotted home from a Meireles cut-back.

After the break, midfielder Meireles doubled the lead with a dipping volley from the edge of the area, showing wonderful technique, and Torres capped off the game when he capitalised on a fortunate deflection in injury time to secure all three points.

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Wolves vs Liverpool Lineup Released - Watch Live

The Liverpool lineup for todays game against Wolves has been released and is as follows:

Reina
Johnson, Agger, Skrtel, Kelly
Maxi, Lucas, Poulsen, Kuyt

Meireles

Torres

Subs: Gulacsi, Cole, Konchesky, Aurelio, Spearing, Kyrgiakos, Shelvey.

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Liverpool close in on Luis Suarez, Charlie Adam and Stephen Warnock

Kenny Dalglish is preparing to turn Liverpool's season around by launching a massive £25,000,000 triple big for Luis Suarez, Stephen Warnock (loan) and Charlie Adam.

Stephen Warnock is due to arrive to Anfield on a loan deal until the end of the season, with the deal expected to be made permament.

Dalglish is also equally keen to strengthen his midfield and has identified Charlie Adam as his priority target after an impressive season with Blackpool, although Blackpool manager Ian Holloway has made it clear he would only sell his captain to a club he deemed worthy of his services, and ruled out Aston Villa, but Liverpool are thought to feature on that list.

Although Blackpool’s asking price may pose a greater problem. Though Liverpool’s director of football strategy, Damien Comolli, insists the club have no more debt, no need to lower the payroll and owners who are willing to invest.

Adam, though, would provide a substantially cheaper alternative to Ashley Young, the 25-year-old Aston Villa winger Comolli admitted Liverpool would consider signing should he become available. The Frenchman, speaking on Canal Plus, also revealed the club had considered a bid for Darren Bent before his £24 million move to Villa Park.

And finally, after weeks of speculation it seems Liverpool are in heated discussions with Ajax and Suares' agent to secure a transfer for the world class striker this transfer window, as Dalglish looks to strenghen his strike force for the 2nd half of the season.

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Dalglish 11/8 To Bag First Win

Liverpool prepare to travel to Wolves today for tomorrow's early kick off away to Wolves, and Kenny Dalglish's men are 11/8 to bag the victory. 

The odds of 9/4 about last week's big game with Everton ending in a draw were very popular and the 2-2 final score was the 15th sharing of the spoils between the sides in the last 40 meetings.

There could be more of the same on Saturday when Liverpool travel to face Wolves. This fixture has ended 0-0 and 1-1 in the last two renewals and there have been only six goals in the last five meetings between the sides. 

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A draw by any score is a 9/4 chance again while you could get closer to 3/1 by limiting yourself to 0-0 or 1-1. 

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Liverpool Looking To Sell Konchesky

We understand that several Premier League clubs have made enquiries for Liverpool left back Paul Konchesky.

Konchesky, who joined Liverpool from Fulham at the beginning of the season, has found himself out of favour at Anfield in recent weeks and has not played since Dalglish replaced Roy Hodgson as Liverpool manager.

Dalglish has used Glen Johnson as left-back in the last 2 games, fuelling rumours that Konchesky is not in Dalglish's plans.

The defender's situation at Liverpool is believed to have alerted several Premier League rivals who are believed to have asked Liverpool about his availability. 

Although due to FIFA regulations, he cannot play for 3 clubs in a season, but with Fulham interested, he could go back to Fulham.

He hasn't impressed much this season anyway, with some terrble form losing the support of the Anfield crowd, and a nice amount of money for the left-back could help Liverpool push forward, especially with Stephen Warnock set to return.

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Suarez Talks Climax

Liverpool are reportedly nearly guaranteed to sign Luis Suarez, with owner Henry and his wife spotted enjoying a meal with Suarez's agent on Tuesday night.

This follows many rumours recently regarding Suarez's move to Anfield, and with Liverpool catching all the headlines and Tottenham drifting into the shadows, it seems that a transfer is imminent.

Suarez has an amazing record with Ajax, with 81 goals in 108 games, and Dalglish hopes he is the perfect strike partner for Fernando Torres to turn Liverpool's fortunes around this year, and at 23 years old, seasons to come too.

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Transfer News Roundup

Transfer rumours are flying around everywhere at the moment, so here we have summarised all of the Liverpool transfer rumours in and out, and said how strong the rumour is believed to be. 

Likely Rumours

Luis Suarez (Transfer In) - Liverpool are favourites to sign the world class striker.
Ryan Babel (Transfer Out) - Ryan Babel is almost certainly on his way out of Liverpool.
Stephen Warnock (Loan In) - Liverpool are close to a deal to secure the left back on loan for the season.

Rumours

Alvaro Negredo (Transfer In) - Liverpool's back up option, if the Suarez deal falls through.
Marc van Bommel (Transfer In) - Some rumours are flying around.
Romelu Lukaku (Transfer In) - Young gem, although Manchester City look more like signing him.

Charlie Adam (Transfer In) - Looks like leaving Blackpool in January, but a lot of clubs interested.

Unlikely Rumour

Ashley Young (Transfer In) - The off rumour flying around.

Steward Downing (Transfer In) - The off rumour flying around.

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain (Transfer In) - Liverpool have shown interest but Arsenal look set to sign.

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Liverpool Officially Make Move For World Class Suarez

After weeks of rumours flooding our blog, Liverpool have officially made a move for Ajax Striker Luis Suarez, in what could be regarded "The best signing since Torres".

Liverpool are firm favourites to sign the attacker, with Suarez admitting he wants to move to Anfield, and Ajax finally admitting they will have to sell Suarez should the right offer come in.

Kenny Dalglish had made it his number 1 priority in January to sign a striker to support Torres.

Suarez has scored an amazing 81 goals in 108 games for Ajax and was the Dutch footballer of the year last year, as well as starring and impressing in the World Cup.

This follows news that Liverpool are on the verge of signing Stephen Warnock on loan with the option of the move being made permanent, and rumours state we are also in the market for a center midfielder.

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Liverpool Eye Up Dutch Captain

Liverpool are rumoured to be eyeing the Dutch captain Mark van Bommel. 

Due to his age, 33, and the fact that he has 6 months on his contract he could be available for as little as £2,500,000 as reports are coming out that the German club would rather cash in now than lose him at the end of the season.

Newspaper "The Sunday Times" are claiming that Liverpool have tabled a bid for the experienced midfielder, who has made 66 appearances for Holland.

Van Bommel's agent has recently rejected interest from Inter and AC Milan, stating that he would prefer a move to England, where he has interest from Liverpool and Aston Villa.

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Liverpool Take Lead In Race For World Class Suarez

There has been plenty of rumour surrounding the future of Ajax's Luis Suarez, and it seems Liverpool have overtaken Tottenham in the race to sign the striker. The reports come from a reliable source of Dutch news.

Dalglish is desperate to strengthen up front and give Fernando Torres a strike partner, and Suarez, 23, who has 81 goals in 108 for Ajax, would be the perfect striker to fit the bill.

It is reported that Liverpool contacted Ajax on Saturday regarding the transfer, and the negotiations are currently continuing.

Tottenham, who have also been chasing the striker, have taken a blow recently when Suarez has made it public he prefers a move to Merseyside because of the presence of many Spanish speaking players to help the young striker blend into the squad.

Suarez is contracted to Ajax until Summer 2013, and it is estimated to take offers in the region of £17,000,000 to take the striker, but with Ajax's financial difficulty negotiations could lead in a lower transfer fee.

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Warnock Set To Sign For Liverpool

After no rumours atall surrounding Stephen Warnock, it seems almost certain that he will be the first player to arrive at Anfield this January, with multiple sources revealing similar information.

The only thing currently unknown is whether the move will be a full transfer or a loan for the rest of the season, but either way, it seems to be set to end up permanent, with Warnock seeming to have lost his place in the Aston Villa starting 11.

Liverpool Football Club officially revealed that they enquired about the possibility of signing Warnock on loan for the remainder of the season, and the player was told he is free to leave the club.

This would be fantastic news with current left back Paul Konchesky underperforming all season and never really showing the potential to be the solution to Liverpool's long standing left back problem, a problem that has resulted in Right Back Glen Johnson playing in the left back role.

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Derby Day Ends In A Draw

Today the 215th Merseyside Derby ended in a 2-2 draw after 68th minute penalty from Dirk Kuyt sealed a point for Liverpool, who were unlucky not to take all 3 points.

Before the game Kenny Dalglish enjoyed a great reception as his name rang around the stadium, and was followed by a passionate chant of "You'll Never Walk Alone".

He looked on course to secure his first victory as Liverpool manager in his 3rd game when Meireles struck on the 29th minute after Dirk Kuyt had 2 shots saved.

However, two goals in seven second-half minutes from Sylvain Distin and Jermaine Beckford turned the game on its head and put David Moyes's men in sight of their first derby double since their 1984-85 title-winning campaign until Kuyt fired in a 68th minute leveller from the spot.

It means Liverpool drop to 13th place in the Premier League, a worrying just four points from relegation.

Liverpool's next game is away to Wolves on Saturday 22nd January, and as always can be found at http://goo.gl/zzLgr.

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Liverpool vs Everton Lineup Released

The lineup for todays Merseyside Derby has been released and is as follows:

Reina
Kelly, Skrtel, Agger, Johnson 

Maxi, Lucas, Spearing, Kuyt, Meireles
Torres

*Note: Kuyt may possibly play Striker in a 4-4-2 formation.

Subs: Gulacsi, Kyrgiakos, Cole, Aurelio, Shelvey, Pacheco, Babel.

Liverpool are slight favourites for the match, with William Hill offering the following odds

Liverpool: 6/4 (2.50)
Draw: 17/10 (2.70)
Everton: 12/5 (3.40)

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Poll: What Score Will The Merseyside Derby Be?

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Liverpool Line Up Scott Parker Bid

It is reported that Liverpool are monitoring West Ham's Scott Parker.

Parker, 30, has been in sensational form this season and has consistently been linked with a move away from Upton Park. Although at 30 is is more of an immediate impace signing.

Parker has stated that he has no desire to leave West Ham, but it comes as no surprise that he is wanted by a number of clubs, including Tottenham, and The Guardian now reports Liverpool are interested in his signature.

However, Liverpool are expected to have to spend big to bring the former Chelsea midfielder to Anfield, after Spurs were told that they would have to pay £15 million for his services.

"I like Scott Parker but for about £15,000,000 and at 30 years old he is not a Tottenham buy" said Spurs boss Harry Redknapp.

"Daniel wouldn't buy a player of that age. It's a lot of money and big wages."

But Kenny Dalglish will ask to be backed in the transfer market during a meeting with owners New England Sports Ventures this week and will hope to bring in a midfielder to partner Steven Gerrard.

The new Liverpool boss is thought to have identified Scott Parker as the man to play alongside Gerrard, but whether Liverpool will launch a bid remains to be seen.

Parker would certainly provide a competent foil for the Liverpool skipper, allowing him greater freedom and the chance to link up with Fernando Torres.

The acquisition of a new striker to play with Torres is also a priority for Liverpool, and they have been linked with moves for Ajax captain Luis Suarez and Roma hotshot Mirko Vucinic.

And, despite Dalglish said to have drawn up a shortlist of potential candidates, he has stated that he will allow Liverpool director of football strategy Damien Comolli to look after transfer dealings.

"There is so much demand on a manager's time that it is important to have someone actively organising people, going to see either teams for reports on matches or individual players" said the Liverpool legend.

"I think it is a fantastic help and I don't have a problem with Damien"

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Liverpool Eye Up Inter Striker

Inter Milan's Victor Obinna has caught Liverpool's eye whilst starring for West Ham, according to radio station talkSPORT.

The Nigerian international has been noted by many as strugglers West Hams player of the season, and with West Ham's failure to impress this season, has indicates no desire to stay in London.

Obinna, 23, only made a few starts at Inter following his move from Chievo and it is understood that they would happily take an £8,000,000 deal for the striker.

With West Ham facing relegation, and not having much to should about this season, the forwards head may be turned by Liverpool.

If signed, he would boost attacking options, with Liverpool looking for attacking options to support Fernando Torres.

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Dalglish Can't Wait For The Derby

Kenny Dalglish admits he couldn't have asked for a better way to begin his spell as manager at Anfield, than the fixture of all fixtures, the Merseyside Derby.
Dalglish has played and managed many derbies in his time, but says this may just be the most important he's ever taken part in.

"The derbies in any city are special, and this one is probably more special than many others for very many good reasons" he said.

"Until lately, the relationship between the fans has always been magnificent, something that sets Merseyside derbies apart from anywhere else"

"So it's a fantastic day for people and the city which can be proud of the heritage of the two football clubs. That's reflected when the two clubs play each other. We have got enormous respect for David Moyes and Everton and what they've done"

"I'm looking forward to the game, obviously there's a big story about coming back to Anfield for the first game which is going to be fantastic for myself"

"It will probably be very emotional as well to stand in front of the punters.

"But it's more important how we go about it with the players and how they adapt as well.

"Sunday is a day that I'll remember for a long, long time, going back in."

Funnily enough, the last game Dalglish managed in his last spell as Liverpool manager was against everton at Goodison Park, and turned out to be a fantastic 4-4 draw, a few hours later he shocked the country by resigning.

"I remember at the time, I knew that afternoon I was going to go in the next day and say that was me finished" said Dalglish looking back

"On the night, I should have made a change and I never did so, so when I came in at time up I thought, 'Yeah, you've done the right thing (by resigning)'"

"There's no point the person in charge not being able to make a decision. I knew I'd done the right thing."

Dalglish then talked a little about the Hillsborough disaster, adding, "The Hillsborough Cup final was a special one because of the circumstances leading up to it"

"Liverpool had fantastic support from Evertonians and suddenly we were competing with each other to win the FA Cup"

"I remember how the whole day was, how the fans supported both clubs and the total respect from Everton of the situation we had been in"

"For me that will always be the most special derby"

You can follow Empire Of Anfield tomorrow where we will show the match, and bring you all the lineup details.

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Liverpool Tipped For Shock Ajax Double Raid

Liverpool are rumoured to be planning a major double bid for Ajax players Luis Suarez and Urby Emauelson, according to The Telegraph.

Suarez (Striker) has been strongly linked with Liverpool over the past week, with only Tottenham seen as the real contenders for the strikers signature, while new new rumours are surfacing regarding Emanuelson (Left Back), as Dalglish seems keep to replace the underperforming Paul Konchesky.

A source from Ajax has told a source that although Liverpool are yet to put in a formal offer, a concrete bid is expected to come imminently.

These will be important transfers as we move further into the transfer window, and extra firepower is certaintly needed.

Kenny Dalglish has openly asked the Liverpool owners for a competitive transfer allowance, as he is looking to bring 4 fresh faces to Anfield in the January transfer window, and after the collapse of the Oxlade-Chamberlain transfer, who seems to be going to Arsenal, Liverpool are in the market for an alternative midfield player.

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Liverpool Offered Elia for £12,500,000

Hamburg have told both Liverpool and Wigan that an offer of £12,500,000 for Eljero Elia will be accepted after the player has fallen out with current manager Armin Veh.

The sporting director Bastian Reinhardt said "As the current employer of Elia, we require at least 15 million Euros (£12,500,000) from potential buyers".

Liverpool also face stern competition from Wolfsburg, who have jst benefited from the sale of Edin Dzeko to Manchester City for £27,000,000, although there are reports that Elia prefers a move to the Premier League.

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Liverpool Hot Up bid for World Class Suarez

Liverpool are hotting up the bid for world class Luis Suarez by preparing an opening bid for the striker.

Suarez, currently 23 years old, is valued by Ajax an optimistic £28,000,000, but with the clubs money troubles, it is rumoured that around £15,000,000 is a more realistic value for the deal.

Liverpool's main competitors Tottenham have made enquiries, but it has recently surfaced that some of the backroom staff believe that Suarez isn't the type of striker they require, opening the door for Liverpool.

Suarez has scored an impressive 110 goals in 154 appearances for Ajax and Uruguay combined and in my opinion would be the best buy since Fernando Torres.

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Liverpool Slump To A 2-1 Defeat Against Blackpool

Fernando Torres' third minute goal wasn't enough to seal victory for Liverpool as we slumped to a 2-1 loss thanks to an 11th minute goal from Gary Taylor-Fletcher and a 69th minute goal from DJ Campbell.

Things looked good for Liverpool after a smart pass from Martin Kelly set up Fernando Torres who finished nicely.

Although Liverpool performed well for pretty much the whole 90 minutes, 2 defensive lapses in concentration were capitalised on by Blackpool who took all 3 points as a result.

Afterwards Kenny Dalglish stated that he thought we played well all game and the things that went wrong are easily fixed on the training ground, and considering he hasn't had much time to get the players playing how he wants them too, the short term future may be bright after all.

The next game is a massive game, as we host Everton at Anfield on Sunday.

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Liverpool Lineup Announced

The lineup for tonights's game against Blackpool has been released and is as follows:

Reina
Kelly, Agger, Skrtel, Johnson
Poulsen, Lucas, Meireles, Jovanovic
Torres, Kuyt

Subs: Gulacsi, Kyrgiakos, Konchesky, Ngog, Wilson, Maxi, Shelvey.

It is not clear yet if Kuyt will play as a striker or Right Midfield.

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Liverpool Favourites Ahead Of Tonights Clash

Tonight we travel to Blackpool as firm favourites for the clash, as King Kenny will try to get Torres back to his goalscoring best!

William Hill have us as firm favourites, offering the following odds:

Blackpool: 14/5 (3.80)
Draw: 13/5 (3.60)
Liverpool: 10/11 (1.91)

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Reds Join The Race For Charlie Adam

Liverpool have joined many clubs in the race for Blackpool's Charlie Adam, with Blackpool already rejected bids from Birmingham and Aston Villa.

Adam has been fantastic for Blackpool this season with a large number of eye catching performances in their first season in the Premier League.

Liverpool are said to be preparing a move on Adam with Kenny Dalglish looking to add fire power and creativity to the squad.

We will all have a good change to see him up close tonight when Liverpool take on Blackpool at Bloomfield Road in their rearranged game following Boxing Days postponement.

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Liverpool Eye Youngster Tipped As The "New Walcott"

Liverpool are rumoured to be ready to put forward a £10,000,00 bid to land Southampton's highly rated teenager Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, as Kenny Dalglish backs his pledges to build for the future and get a striker in January to support Fernando Torres up front.

Oxlade-Chamberlain is only 17 years old, and is tipped as "a better prospect than Theo Walcott was at the same age". Liverpool do have to challenge with Arsenal who are seen as the main rival for the youngsters signature, and the clubs hope to complete a deal in this transfer window

Liverpool have not yet made an offer for Oxlade-Chamberlain, who is the second youngest player to feature for Southampton behind Walcott, but Liverpools new owners, Fenway Sports Group, are willing to meet the south coast club's £10m valuation.

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Video: Suarez In Action

As you probably know from our recent article (http://www.goo.gl/DRzB4) Liverpool are heavily linked with World Class striker Luis Suarez, who bagged an incredible 35 goals in 33 league games for Ajax in the 2009/10 season!

Here is a video of them goals and him in action:

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Liverpool Eye World Class Wonderkid!

We can excitingly announce that Liverpool (sticking to there word of signing squad changing players or young gems) are  reportedly ready for a £20,000,000 bid for one of the world's top teenagers, Anderlecht's Romelu Lukaku.

The 17 year old is already tipped as the new Drogba, and at the tender ago of 17 is already a Belgian international regular, and had been for the last year!

Lukaku impressed in the 2009/10 season, at the age of 16, when he scored 19 times in 45 all appearances, and he is off to an ever better start in 2010/11 with 14 goals in 31 appearances.

Unforuntately just about every top club, including Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, Real Madrid and Inter have been linked to the superstar.

Although Liverpool appear to be doing their best to land Lukaku, with Damien Commoli having contacted the club and with the £20,000,000 already offered.

Liverpool have also reportedly sent scouts to watch Ipswich striker Connor Wickham. The 17 year old is considered one of the nation's top youngsters, with Liverpool, Arsenal and Tottenham interested.

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£17,000,000 Striker Is A Possibility

It is reported that Liverpool have offered £17,000,000 for Sevilla striker Alvaro Negredo, and also reported that Sevilla are willing to accept.

Liverpool have been largely rumoured to be in the market for a striker, with a few world class strikers being linked.

Negredo is currently impressive and has scored 10 goals in 16 starts in all competitions for club & country this season.

Negredo has his feet rooted firmly on the ground, but he is aware of the interest that Liverpool are said to be showing.

He said "I read something, but my representative has said there is nothing happening at the moment. I am comfortable with the situation and will just focus on playing for Sevilla."

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Ian Holloway Admires Liverpool + Video

Ian Holloway has claimed Sir Alex Ferguson had a long way to go yet before Manchester United can become greater than Liverpool FC.

The Blackpool manager has said that there is no club with a better tradition, support or atmosphere than Liverpool, and that no other team has managed to match us in terms of being a Real Football Club.

He said "I just hope that things go well for Liverpool because the tradition of that football club, the way their fans are, that song they sing at the start, that's a real football club".

He continued "I want to make Blackpool as famous, if not more famous, which is going to be impossible because even Fergie hasn't done that yet, he hasn't quite beat Liverpool yet."

Holloway then spoke for his respect of Kenny Dalglish as both a player and a manager, and added that he was looking forward to facing off against him on Wednesday night.

He said "Kenny Dalglish is a legend and I hope it goes well for him because he deserves that status in my opinion".

"I took my wife on holiday once up in Scotland and I had a lot of driving to do and I wanted her to relax and she bought me his book but in a cassette form before CDs. I stuck it in and it was just fantastic hearing his dulcet tones talking to me, telling me about his life. It was just absolutely fantastic".

"I cannot remember a player better then Kenny ever in my whole life and the epitome of it for me was to see him score the winning goal that got Liverpool the double. To be able to do that as player/manager I think was quite wonderful.

"He's a fantastic fellow who I'd like to know better but I won't get a chance because he's now working again and he'll be opposite me in the dugout - which will be another wonderful thing."

You can watch the video here:

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Liverpool Eye Shawcross & Van Wolfswinkel

New Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish is rumoured to be preparing to move in for Stoke defender Ryan Shawcross and Utrecht striker Ricky Van Wolfswinkel in the January transfer window.

Dalglish is said to be keen to strenghten the squad, especially due to the current poor run of form Liverpool are currently going through, and both players are rumoured to be high up on Dalglish's shortlist.

Shawcross (23 years old) is currently impressive at Stoke City, and Van Wolfswinkel was a target of Roy Hodgson's during his time at Anfield, and Dalglish is now planning on continuing the push to sign the 21-year-old.

However, Liverpool will face competition to sign the striker, with Napoli rumoured to have have also bid for Van Wolfswinkel.

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Official: Babel Charged By FA

Ryan Babel has officially been charged with improper conduct by the FA after comments made on Twitter following Liverpool's 1-0 defeat to Manchester United.

Ryan Babel posted the following comments on Twitter, "And they call him one of the best referees? That's a joke. SMH", SMH is an abbreviation of "Scratching My Head" or "Shaking My Head"

He later posted a link to the following picture:
 

Babel later apologised on Twitter but the FA still deemed a fine appropriate.

Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish said he felt it was a joke and hoped no further action would be taken, which unfortunately wasn't the case

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Liverpool Big Contender For World Class Striker

Liverpool are looking increasingly likely to sign the superstar Luis Suarez, as it seems the only real team in competition for the aces signature is Tottenham.

The striker is certaintly nothing to sniff at with an amazing 110 goals in 154 appearances for Ajax & Uruguay combined, and he is looking for a move away from the Amsterdam Arena after manager Martin Jol left the club.

Ajax have set a valuation of $27,000,000 (£20,000,000) on his head but with them in financial difficulty this figure could be reduced significantly.

Liverpool, like Tottenham, have named Suarez as their main target for the January transfer window, as they look to provide Fernando Torres with some extra support, and with the striker rumoured to have named Liverpool as his preferred choice things look positive for Liverpool in what could make an already dramatic January even more dramatic!

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Pictures: Kenny's First Training Session

Kenny Dalglish took his first training session since his return to Liverpool at Melwood today - and our photographer was there to take these great snaps.

Joined by his new first team coach Steve Clarke, Kenny cut a happy figure as he put those players not involved at Manchester United through their paces.

Enjoy the pics...

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Clarke Joins Backroom Staff

Liverpool FC announced today that Steve Clarke has joined the club as first-team coach.

Clarke, who played over 500 senior games for St Mirren and Chelsea, also brings with him considerable experience as Assistant Manager at Newcastle United, Chelsea and West Ham United.

Reds' boss Kenny Dalglish said: "Steve is a great addition to our backroom team and I'm delighted we've been able to bring him into the club.

"I am looking forward to working with Steve alongside Sammy and our other technical staff."

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Manchester United vs Liverpool Match Report

Kenny Dalglish endured a frustrating return to the dugout today as we suffered a controversial 1-0 defeat against Manchester United in the FA Cup third round at Old Trafford.

The game was overshadowed by Howard Webb, who - most nuetrals will agree - made 2 game changing decisions that - as he is so often known for - went in the favour of Manchester United. The first, was a penalty awarded to Manchester United's Berbatov in the first minute, as he seemingly tripped over thin air, and the second, Steven Gerrard's sending off, which - although less contriversial and more room for debate - seemed to be more of a yellow card offence.

The Reds gave a good account of themselves in the second period but despite some magnificent support from the travelling Kop they could not find the breakthrough to force a replay.

It means our hopes of a first-ever visit to new Wembley will have to wait for another year while Dalglish and co will now turn their attention to Wednesday's trip to Blackpool and the small matter of next weekend's Merseyside derby with Everton.

Liverpool had gone into the Old Trafford encounter on the crest of a wave after a busy weekend had begun with an impressive Youth Cup victory over Crystal Palace and the sensational news that King Kenny would replace the departing Roy Hodgson in the hot-seat.

It led to a stark contrast in the mood of the supporters who had exited Ewood Park with their heads bowed in dejection following a midweek loss at Blackburn. Instead, 9000 members of the travelling Kop arrived in Manchester hopeful that their Messiah could inspire a sudden upturn in fortunes.

However, within 90 seconds of the third round's stand-out fixture, the visitors found themselves behind.

A long ball over the top sent Dimitar Berbatov racing into the right-hand side of the Liverpool penalty area. The Bulgarian side stepped Daniel Agger with some neat control and when the Dane left a leg hanging, referee Howard Webb was left with a decision to make.

After a moment's hesitation the official pointed to the spot, much to the surprise of the visiting players who could only watch on as Giggs stepped up to emphatically beat Pepe Reina with a well taken spot-kick.

The Reds looked to respond immediately and carved out an opportunity just two minutes later when Fernando Torres miscued his effort from the edge of the box.

Having returned from Dubai less than 24 hours earlier it would have been difficult for Dalglish to have made any true imprint upon the team, but as the adrenalin of a cup clash with one of their biggest rivals surged through their veins, there seemed to be an extra spring in their step.

First Maxi Rodriguez stung the fingertips of Tomasz Kuszczak before Martin Kelly saw his marauding run and cross end in a superb near post clearance by a United defender. Gerrard then fired over before the captain suffered a lapse in composure that would prove pivotal in the outcome of the game.

The No.8 caught Carrick with a challenge that led the United players to surround Webb in fury. The official took time to consider his options before giving Gerrard his marching orders. The straight red means he will now miss the next three matches, including the Merseyside derby at Anfield.

It also left Dalglish's men with a mountain to climb and they were grateful not to be two behind at the interval when a Jonny Evans header crashed back off Reina's right-hand post deep into first-half injury time.

The Reds needed to stay solid if they were to maintain hope of getting back into the game and they were made to ride their luck at times as the hosts swarmed forward after the restart.

First Javier Hernandez glanced a Darren Fletcher cross just off target before Patrice Evra had half-hearted claims for a penalty when he was shrugged off the ball by Agger.

The chances continued to fall for the home side but the change in the mood amongst Liverpool fans was perhaps best illustrated when Berbatov fizzed a shot just over the top. A chorus of 'Dalglish' rocked the foundations of Old Trafford to the core and was shortly followed by a rendition of the Torres 'bounce.'

Indeed, but for the scoreboard it would have been difficult to work out which side was at home and who was actually winning.

As the hour mark approached Liverpool finally had a sight of goal as Torres smashed a long range shot against a defender following a clever knock down from Kuyt.

This seemed to be the cue for Dalglish to assess his options, with Ryan Babel and Jonjo Shelvey introduced for Maxi and Meireles.

The Dutch forward almost made an instant impact too, forcing a low save out of Kuszczak after his initial run down the left had caused the United defence problems.

The home side appeared anxious despite their man advantage and when Kuszack produced a into a more difficult save to keep out Fabio Aurelio's a delicate free-kick just moments later, a renewed belief energised the Liverpool players.

However, there was always a danger United could kill the game on the counter attack and on 68 minutes Reina produced string of stops that illustrated just why he is touted as the best 'keeper in the business.

The Spaniard denied Nani twice before keeping out Berbatov and Evra as Dalglish's side survived a goalmouth melee.

With the clock ticking down it became clear United would see out the game, but there had been many positives for King Kenny to take from his side's second-half showing and if lady luck had been smiling kindly on his charges, then Babel's header from Kelly's cross would have dropped inside the post and not just wide of it.

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Liverpool Lineup Announced

The lineup for today's game against Manchester United has been released and is as follows:

Reina
Aurelio, Agger, Skrtel, Kelly
Maxi, Meireles, Lucas, Kuyt
Gerrard, Torres

Subs: Gulacsi, Kyrgiakos, Wilson, Shelvey, Poulsen, Ngog, Babel

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Dalglish Plans £28M Triple Raid

Newly installed manager Kenny Dalglish and Director of Football Damien Comolli have reportedly been busy drawing up plans for the January transfer window.

The duo are keen on making moves for Benfica full back Fabio Coentrao, Stoke City centre back Ryan Shawcross and Utrecht striker Ricky Van Wolfswinkel.

Portuguese international Coentrao is attacting a lot of interest and is thought to be a player that Comolli rates very highly and given Benfica's poor showing this season, eight points behind leaders Porto, Liverpool may feel they can persuade the 22 year old wing back to push for a move.

Dutch international Ricky Van Wolfswinkel is a player that has interested the Merseyside club for a few months now and some sources suggest that an offer of around £8.5m was made for the Utrecht man and Liverpool appear willing to up that original offer in order to beat off interest from Napoli in the prolific Eredivisie striker.

Liverpool had been strongly linked with Stoke City defender Robert Huth but apparently his team-mate, and former Man United player, Ryan Shawcross is also a player the Anfield side is keen on bringing in to help stabilize an error prone defence.

Dalglish and Comolli will be looking to find ways to bring in realistic targets in January so as to help the club salvage something from the season.

They will also be looking to bring in players who are there for the long term and will therefore only be looking to buy players in the relatively early stages of their careers and these three fit that bill and would not require the club's owners to fork out excessive amounts of money in the process.

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Manchester United vs Liverpool Preview

Liverpool travel to Old Trafford today for our MASSIVE F.A Cup 3rd Round clash with Manchester United! With King Kenny back in charge, and the mood around Liverpool massively lifted, can we knock out the favourites?

William Hill don't seem to think so, and are offering impressive odds for Liverpool to win, not to mention they are currently offering a free £25 bet for new signups, so you could win some big money by backing Liverpool today!

The odds are:
Liverpool: 19/5 (4.80)
Draw: 14/5 (3.80)
Manchester Utd: 7/10 (1.70)

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Roy Hodgson Leaves Liverpool

Liverpool FC confirmed today that manager Roy Hodgson has left the club by mutual consent.

Principal Owner John Henry commented: "We are grateful for Roy's efforts over the past six months, but both parties thought it in the best interests of the club that he stand down from his position as team manager. We wish him all the best for the future."

Roy Hodgson said: "Being asked to manage Liverpool Football Club was a great privilege. Any manager would be honoured to manage a club with such an incredible history, such embedded tradition and such an amazing set of fans. Liverpool is one of the great clubs in world football. I have, however, found the last few months some of the most challenging of my career. I am very sad not to have been able to put my stamp on the squad, to be given the time to bring new players into the club in this transfer window and to have been able to be part of the rebuilding process at Liverpool. The club has some great, world-class players, with whom it has been a pleasure to work and I wish the entire squad well for the rest of the season. I thank those with whom I have built up a close working relationship at the club for their loyalty and support during very testing times, and finally of course to the Liverpool fans, your passion and dedication to the club will see Liverpool at the top of the game once more."

Club legend Kenny Dalglish will assume control of team matters for Sunday's third round FA Cup tie against Manchester United at Old Trafford.

Henry added: "We are delighted that Kenny Dalglish has agreed to step in and manage the team for Sunday's FA Cup tie at Old Trafford and for the remainder of the season.

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"Kenny was not just a legendary footballer, he was the third of our three most successful managers - three giants. We are extraordinarily fortunate and grateful that he has decided to step in during the middle of this season."

Chairman Tom Werner said: "No one who cares for this great club has been happy with the way this season has unfolded and we have examined options and considered at length what is best for us going forward. Kenny will bring considerable experience to the position and provide management and leadership for the rest of the season."

From us at Empire Of Anfield, we wish Roy all the best of luck for the future, and welcome back King Kenny!

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Poll: Should Roy Hodgson Be Sacked? (Version 2)

Last month we done a poll asking the question "Should Roy Hodgson Be Sacked?".

The results showed a clear view of the fans, with 105 people answering the Poll, a massive 90% of people answered "Yes", and a tiny 10% answered "No".

Now we are going to re-ask this question via the poll below and see if the mood of Roy has changed, and if so, in what way.

Happy Voting!

Liverpool Show Interest In Huth

Sky Sports understands Liverpool have made a firm enquiry for Robert Huth.

However, Stoke appear intent on keeping the Germany international.

Huth has played over 20 times for the Potters already this season and is proving he is well over the fitness concerns which blighted his previous spells with Chelsea and Middlesbrough.

The towering centre-back moved to the Britannia Stadium in the summer of 2009 when Stoke paid Boro £5million for his services.

Tony Pulis has been delighted by Huth's impact but his form has attracted the attention of rival clubs, including Liverpool.

Sky Sports understand that the Reds made an enquiry earlier this week.

It is believed the struggling Anfield outfit would have been willing to pay £5million, but it is understood Stoke would want double that before even considering doing a deal.

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Blackburn vs Liverpool: Match Report

Liverpool's away day woes continued as they were beaten 3-1 by Blackburn Rovers at Ewood Park earlier tonight.

Martin Olsson opened the scoring for the hosts just after the half-hour mark, making no mistake with a cool finish after being sent bearing down on Pepe Reina's goal.

Benjani doubled Blackburn's advantage shortly after on 38 minutes when he held off Sotirios Kyrgiakos before unleashing an unstoppable effort beyond the Reds' goalkeeper.

The Zimbabwean forward then made it three early in the second half, tapping home from close range from Junior Hoilett's cross.

Steven Gerrard claimed a consolation for the visitors with 10 minutes remaining when he finished emphatically after pouncing on a loose ball inside the box.

But any hopes of a dramatic fight back evaporated after Gerrard blazed over from the penalty spot following a poor challenge by Michel Salgado on 86 minutes.

Liverpool went into the clash aiming to secure their opening away win of 2011 at the first hurdle having won just twice on the road in the Barclays Premier League in the whole of the previous calendar year.

However, both those successes had been achieved in Lancashire - at Burnley and Bolton - and following the manner of the dramatic New Year's Day win against the Trotters, the Reds embarked on the short journey to Ewood Park with renewed confidence.

Roy Hodgson made four changes to the side he sent into battle on Saturday, with Gerrard handed a starting berth to become the 10th player in our history to reach the milestone of 550 appearances.

In addition, Bolton match-winner Joe Cole also began at Ewood, while Sotirios Kyrgiakos and Paul Konchesky were drafted in.

Meanwhile, in a week in which they announced ambitious plans to lure the likes of Ronaldinho and David Beckham to Lancashire, Blackburn began the game level on points with Liverpool albeit having played two matches more.      

The visitors made an assured start to the contest and having earlier had an effort chalked off for a seemingly marginal offside, Fernando Torres flashed a header dangerously close to Mark Bunn's goal from Konchesky's cross in the opening exchanges.

At the other end, in what was quickly evolving into an open affair, Morten Gamst Pedersen fizzed a free-kick off target while Damien Dunn lashed a volley into orbit.

In fact, the home side should have taken the lead on 17 minutes when Olsson's swirling left-wing cross managed to reach Mame Biram Diouf on the edge of the six-yard box, but the on-loan Manchester United striker could only nudge tamely into the thankful arms of Reina.

Both sides had prime chances to score within a matter of seconds 10 minutes later. First, Glen Johnson's probing run resulted in the full-back playing Cole into space inside the right channel of the box.

The No.10's attempted first-time centre across the face of goal took a deflection and rolled agonisingly wide of the upright.

Blackburn countered from the resulting corner, with Benjani's eventual shot being blocked by Martin Skrtel, only to loop invitingly into the path of Diouf, who volleyed off target.

Then, Lucas Leiva drove deep into the Blackburn ranks and teed up Cole, but his effort was deflected into the travelling supporters by Chris Samba.

A goal before half-time appeared increasingly inventible - and it was to be the home side that drew first blood on 32 minutes.

Dunn's lofted pass forward was plucked from the air with ease by Diouf in space, who in turn slid the ball into Olsson's run beyond Johnson. The Blackburn winger retained his composure to slip a low strike through the legs of Reina.

And their lead was doubled within six minutes. Pedersen hooked a ball into the chest of Benjani inside the box. The striker held off the attentions of Kyrgiakos before swivelling and drilling a ferocious effort into the roof of the net to leave the visitors with a mountain to climb.

However, Hodgson's half-time team talk could have been made that little bit easier had Skrtel not wildly skewed off target after the ball had dropped invitingly for the Slovakian at a corner in stoppage time at the end of the first period.

Only a vastly-improved second-half performance would see the Reds salvage anything from the contest and Gerrard could consider himself unlucky not to have reduced the arrears as he crashed an attempt into the side netting prior to Cole drilling straight into the midriff of Bunn from the edge of the box.

But Blackburn furthered their stronghold on the game on 57 minutes when Junior Hoilett's trickery bamboozled both Johnson and Skrtel on the Blackburn left, allowing him to set up Benjani for the simplest of tap ins.

Liverpool's endeavours to reduce the deficit saw Torres blast high over the crossbar after collecting Cole's inventive pass over the Blackburn back four before the latter stung the fingertips of Bunn with a drive from distance.

Gerrard did find the back of the net with 10 minutes left on the clock when he smashed a stray ball beyond Bunn after Torres's initial shot had been blocked by Ryan Nelsen from substitute Dirk Kuyt's cross.

However, the captain missed from the penalty spot with four minutes left on the clock to compound a bad night for Liverpool.

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