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According to Rafa we're only in the mix for two more players. Assuming one is Barry and the other a striker, it doesn't look like we're getting any wide players![]()
Liverpool manager Rafa Benitez is hoping to make further additions to his squad 'very soon'.
Benitez has already secured the signatures of defenders Philipp Degena and Andrea Dossena, and goalkeeper Diego Cavalieri.
However, the Anfield club are also in talks with Aston Villa over the signing of Gareth Barry, while Benitez has admitted he is in the market for a striker following Peter Crouch's move to Portsmouth.
And, speaking after his side's 1-0 friendly win over Tranmere, Benitez revealed that he is looking to tie up two deals in the coming weeks.
"We are still working hard to bring in two more players," he added.
"I would hope that there would be some progress next week or very soon."
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On his team's performance against Tranmere, he added: "I was delighted with the fitness levels of the players, [Yossi] Benayoun scored a fantastic goal and there were plenty of things that were really positive.
"I was happy with Daniel Agger's comeback, he will be a welcome addition to our defence in the coming season.
"Philipp Degen also did well on his debut, he was very impressive attacking down the right side."
"He (Cavalieri) did not have too much to do, but he is a keeper who will fight for his place and put pressure on others around him."
So, looks like this is what we'll see next season
Reina/Cavalieri
Degen/Arbeloa Carra/Skrtel Agger/Hyypia Dossena/Aurelio
Mascherano/Plessis
Babel/Benayoun Gerrard/Lucas Barry/Leto
Keane/Voronin Torres/Kuyt
4-1-3-2
Not exactly what I'd hoped for, but still an improvement over last season, especially with our restricted budget. Think Babel, Benayoun, Barry or Leto (?) will play very narrow, and we'll use the full backs to provide the width. Barry or Kuyt will play in the '3' to provide a bit more protection to Masch with their work rate. Hopefully we'll see Babel make more of an impact, and more games from Benayoun, because I think if he's used more, he can be real quality for us. Lucas to play more of a part as well.
Keane would immediately improve our attacking output, and hopefully, so will an improved Babel and an in from Kuyt. Not something I was expecting, but we're keeping our core the same, which is important IMO. This group's had a good season, hopefully they are more confident the next.
Meh, really thought the 4-2-3-1 suited you lot that you were playing near the end of the season.
Rafa's interviews make me laugh
http://link.brightcove.com/services/link/bcpid958992159/bctid1664409726
18.23The agent of Sergio Aguero has intimated that either Arsenal, Liverpool or Manchester United are preparing a bid for his client.
Now his agent Jose Segui is quoted in the Spanish press as saying: "I've had interest from a leading English team and they've asked me to approach Atletico with a bid.
"I can't say more until I've spoken to the club about the offer.
"All I can tell you is that it's one of the best teams in Europe and it's not Chelsea."