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James Pearce iz Liverpool Echo-a (webchat):
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Hi James, Is it possible Downing goes to EFC?
- I don't know if Everton want him but if the offer is decent enough Downing will be sold in January. He's starting tonight's game against Young Boys so he certainly won't be going out on loan to Middlesbrough as suggested before the Football League deadline today.
What does the future hold for Joe Cole? A return loan to Lille, or perhaps West Ham or QPR? Sitting out his contract? I've heard they showed him highlight videos of his old self, and even that hasn't lifted his confidence levels. . . What be done to turn this situation around?
- I can't see Cole forcing his way into Rodgers' plans. By playing him tonight against Young Boys it's a case of putting him in the shop window. Liverpool will look to get him off the wage bill in January. They tried to do that in the summer but Cole wanted to stay put. The fact is Cole hasn't been the same player since he did his cruciate back in 2009. Signing him on a free transfer on such a huge salary has been a very expensive mistake for Liverpool.
Is Sturridge really the top target in Jan? I was hoping for some foreign strikers. More value for money.
- I wouldn't say Sturridge is the top target but there is interest. Liverpool are still considering their options - the window doesn't open for another 6 weeks. Obviously the change of manager at Chelsea may have a impact on Sturridge's future. He hardly featured under Di Matteo but Benitez may decide to play him. Rodgers likes Sturridge and was keen to get him on a season-long loan back in August but the player was only interested in a permanent move. The owners would have paid £15m but Rodgers thought at that price he was too much of a risk.
Any truth to rumours LFC will try to re-sign Tom Ince in Jan?
- In terms of Tom Ince, contrary to some reports Liverpool haven't submitted a bid for him but they have been monitoring his progress closely. It will be interesting to see if that develops into firm interest in January.
What do we need more? A st or a rw?
- Rodgers has made it clear he wants 2 or 3 attacking players in January. He wants strikers who are versatile and can play either through the middle or out wide in his 4-3-3 formation.
How serious is the clubs interest in Theo Walcott?
- Yes, the interest in Walcott is very serious. He would certainly fit into Rodgers' system with his ability to play wide in the 4-3-3 or through the centre. It's good news for Liverpool that Walcott's contract dispute is still rumbling on. I knew Wenger has said he won't be sold in January, even if he doesn't sign a new deal, but I can't believe that's true. If Arsenal were offered £6m-£8m for a player who could walk for free in June then I'm sure they would take it. Walcott is a boyhood Liverpool fan but one possible stumbling block could be wages. Reports suggest he has turned down £75k a week at Arsenal and I can't see Liverpool improving on that. It all depends what Walcott is motivated by.
Is LFC interested in Mertens?
- Not that I know of.
Is the scouting team complete in place?
- Yes, Dave Fallows and Barry Hunter have been working since September and have been assessing targets across the globe. They know what Rodgers is after and their task is to give the manager a range of suitable options.
With Lucas's recent injuries, should we be looking at bringing in another defensive midfielder?
- It's great news that Lucas is back fit again and I don't think we need another defensive midfielder. Rodgers has Lucas and Allen, plus Gerrard can play in that role. The real priority is getting players in Jan who can stick the ball in the net.
- I don't know if Everton want him but if the offer is decent enough Downing will be sold in January. He's starting tonight's game against Young Boys so he certainly won't be going out on loan to Middlesbrough as suggested before the Football League deadline today.
What does the future hold for Joe Cole? A return loan to Lille, or perhaps West Ham or QPR? Sitting out his contract? I've heard they showed him highlight videos of his old self, and even that hasn't lifted his confidence levels. . . What be done to turn this situation around?
- I can't see Cole forcing his way into Rodgers' plans. By playing him tonight against Young Boys it's a case of putting him in the shop window. Liverpool will look to get him off the wage bill in January. They tried to do that in the summer but Cole wanted to stay put. The fact is Cole hasn't been the same player since he did his cruciate back in 2009. Signing him on a free transfer on such a huge salary has been a very expensive mistake for Liverpool.
Is Sturridge really the top target in Jan? I was hoping for some foreign strikers. More value for money.
- I wouldn't say Sturridge is the top target but there is interest. Liverpool are still considering their options - the window doesn't open for another 6 weeks. Obviously the change of manager at Chelsea may have a impact on Sturridge's future. He hardly featured under Di Matteo but Benitez may decide to play him. Rodgers likes Sturridge and was keen to get him on a season-long loan back in August but the player was only interested in a permanent move. The owners would have paid £15m but Rodgers thought at that price he was too much of a risk.
Any truth to rumours LFC will try to re-sign Tom Ince in Jan?
- In terms of Tom Ince, contrary to some reports Liverpool haven't submitted a bid for him but they have been monitoring his progress closely. It will be interesting to see if that develops into firm interest in January.
What do we need more? A st or a rw?
- Rodgers has made it clear he wants 2 or 3 attacking players in January. He wants strikers who are versatile and can play either through the middle or out wide in his 4-3-3 formation.
How serious is the clubs interest in Theo Walcott?
- Yes, the interest in Walcott is very serious. He would certainly fit into Rodgers' system with his ability to play wide in the 4-3-3 or through the centre. It's good news for Liverpool that Walcott's contract dispute is still rumbling on. I knew Wenger has said he won't be sold in January, even if he doesn't sign a new deal, but I can't believe that's true. If Arsenal were offered £6m-£8m for a player who could walk for free in June then I'm sure they would take it. Walcott is a boyhood Liverpool fan but one possible stumbling block could be wages. Reports suggest he has turned down £75k a week at Arsenal and I can't see Liverpool improving on that. It all depends what Walcott is motivated by.
Is LFC interested in Mertens?
- Not that I know of.
Is the scouting team complete in place?
- Yes, Dave Fallows and Barry Hunter have been working since September and have been assessing targets across the globe. They know what Rodgers is after and their task is to give the manager a range of suitable options.
With Lucas's recent injuries, should we be looking at bringing in another defensive midfielder?
- It's great news that Lucas is back fit again and I don't think we need another defensive midfielder. Rodgers has Lucas and Allen, plus Gerrard can play in that role. The real priority is getting players in Jan who can stick the ball in the net.
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