NYHETER: Ex-player/-manager news, Part V

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Ex-player på Norge-tur



Jim Beglin er med i Liverpool Legends når årets tradisjonelle Norges-tur skal unnagjøres, med kamper bl.a. mot Florø 12. juli og Viking 10.juli.

http://www.fotballflora.no/legendelagene.html

På Norge-laget stiller ex-trailist Gøran Sørloth, samt trolig superfan Kjetil Rekdal.

http://www.fotballflora.no/index.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jim_Beglin

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Villa, Middlesbrough chasing Spurs keeper Robinson
Tottenham boss Juande Ramos is determined to find a buyer for goalkeeper Paul Robinson.
The Mirror says Robinson is on his way out this summer with Middlesbrough and Aston Villa looking at him.

Middlesbrough boss Gareth Southgate has lost interest in Tottenham keeper Paul Robinson. (Daily Star)

Spurs keeper Paul Robinson will not be moving to Middlesbrough as manager Gareth Southgate has decided to give Brad Jones and Ross Turnbull the chance to fight it out for the number one shirt. (The Observer)
Spurs boss Juande Ramos wants two keepers to replace Paul Robinson - Manchester City's Joe Hart and France international Gregory Coupet. (News of the World)

Spurs keeper Robinson favours Villa move
Tottenham goalkeeper Paul Robinson fancies a move to Aston Villa.
Villa will have to battle it out with Middlesbrough for the England international's signature, although it is believed Robinson would favour a move to the Second City, says the Express & Star.

Aston Villa are ready to offer Paul Robinson the chance to revive his career.  (Daily Mirror)
Aston Villa have held talks with Paul Robinson but want to drive down Tottenham's £5million asking price. (Daily Express)

ROBINSON KEEN ON VILLA MOVE

Paul Robinson has revealed his desire to resurrect his career at Aston Villa according to sources close to the out-of-favour Tottenham goalkeeper.
Robinson's hopes of playing a part at White Hart Lane next season have further diminished with the imminent £7million capture of Heurelho Gomes from PSV Eindhoven.
Martin O'Neill is understood to be weighing up whether to make a firm move for Robinson although, contrary to reports, no bid has been made and talks have still to take place.
And Robinson believes O'Neill is the kind of manager who can bring the best out of him and help get his career back on track.
He came close to joining Villa under previous manager David O'Leary before making the switch from Leeds to Spurs four years ago.
Now the 28-year-old would jump at the chance of a move to the midlands club who finished sixth in the Barclays Premier League last season.
Robinson began last season as the England number one but lost his place to David James and similarly fell out of favour with Juande Ramos at White Hart Lane.
A source close to the player said: "Paul would welcome the opportunity to move to a club like Aston Villa.
"He believes Martin O'Neill can help to bring the best out of him. He realises his chances of playing regularly at Tottenham look unlikely.
"He feels such a move would help to resurrect his career."
O'Neill has also checked on Celtic goalkeeper Artur Boruc and Wolves stopper Wayne Hennessey but Robinson is looking likely to be his preferred choice at around £5million.
O'Neill has to strengthen in that department after Thomas Sorensen's contract was not extended and Scott Carson returned to Liverpool after a season-long loan.

PA

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Galatasaray have signed Liverpool goalkeeper Charles Itandje for £2m, scuppering Scott Carson's chance of a quick exit from Anfield. (Daily Mail)

Goalkeeper Paul Robinson will head the list of names in Tottenham's summer clear-out, with eight other players expected to exit White Hart Lane - including midfielder Kevin Prince Boateng. (Daily Mirror)

Former Leeds & Aston Villa Boss David O'Leary Urges Spurs' Paul Robinson To Transfer To Villa
Tottenham Hotspur, Aston Villa Premiership Transfer News Former Leeds United and Aston Villa boss David O’Leary has advised Tottenham keeper Paul Robinson that staying with Spurs would no longer be profitable for him and he should move to Aston Villa at this point of his career.
The duo were together during O’Leary’s time at Leeds, and Robinson's ex-boss feels that he knows the former England keeper pretty well and thinks that a move to Villa Park would suit him best.
"I spoke to Paul briefly and gave him my opinion on Villa, just as I did when I first tried to sign him," said O’Leary. (...)
http://www.premiershiplatest.com/news/former-leeds-united-and-aston-villa-davi-5511439.html
Også: http://www.sportinglife.com/football/transfer_centre/story_get.cgi?STORY_NAME=soccer/08/06/28/manual_115416.html


Sherriff - Shrewsbury switch.

SHREWS SNAP UP SHERRIFF
Shrewsbury have signed utility player Shane Sherriff on a free transfer from League One outfit Tranmere.
The 25-year-old left-sided player has penned a two-year deal with Paul Simpson's side following his departure from Prenton Park.
Simpson told the club's official website: "I'm delighted to have got Shane to come to the club.
"He's a player whose career I've followed since I got into management and I think he is a quality footballer.
"He's at a good age in his mid 20's, is a fit lad, a good athlete, he's a left sided player and my thoughts are he's a left sided centre-half but he is equally comfortable at left-back or left midfield. When you can get a lefty who can play in a number of positions they are worth their weight in gold." (PA)

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Tottenham keeper Robinson welcomes Aston Villa interest
http://www.tribalfootball.com/article.php?id=100092

Man Utd legend Cantona warms to management return
http://www.tribalfootball.com/article.php?id=100127

Liverpool boss Benitez ready to keep Carson
http://www.tribalfootball.com/article.php?id=100136

Bowyer confident for injury free West Ham campaign
http://www.tribalfootball.com/article.php?id=100162

Move to Aston Villa O'Leary urges Robinson
http://www.tribalfootball.com/article.php?id=100164

Barmby: Hull not making up Premiership numbers
http://www.tribalfootball.com/article.php?id=100176

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Liverpool want to swap Peter Crouch for Spurs striker Robbie Keane in a player-plus-cash deal. (News of the World)


Harry lining up shock swoop for Kewell
Portsmouth are planning a shock move for ex-Leeds United star Harry Kewell.
The Liverpool foward is available on a free, after rejecting a reduced-wages offer at Anfield.
Aussie international Kewell has also been linked with Roma but would prefer to stay in the Premier League.
Pompey manager Harry Redknapp wants to team him up with Kop striker Peter Crouch, who is also a target for Aston Villa, Tottenham and Newcastle. (Lancashire Evening Post)

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Ex-Real Madrid fullback Raul Bravo open to Barcelona move
Olympiacos defender Raul Bravo admits he'd consider a move to Barcelona.
The former Real Madrid left-back won the League and Cup in his first season in Greece, but admits he has ambitions of returning to Spain.
"I couldn't go to Barcelona straight from Madrid," said Bravo. "But now that I am here, things have changed. I won't close the door on any offers."

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Liverpool's Pennant won't move to Newcastle in Milner deal
Liverpool are expected to pay cash for Newcastle United winger James Milner.
The Times says Liverpool hope to land Milner, although Jermaine Pennant will not be moving in the opposite direction as part of any deal.

James Milner has pleaded with Newcastle not to block a "dream" £7m move to Liverpool. (Various)
Winger James Milner has begged with Newcastle not to block his dream move to Liverpool but Kevin Keegan wants Peter Crouch - and not Jermain Pennant - in exchange. (News of The World)

Newcastle have told Liverpool and Aston Villa they want £9m for winger James Milner. (Daily Mirror)

MAGPIES LOOKING TO KEEP MILNER
Newcastle are ready to resist any attempt to lure James Milner away from St James' Park.
The 22-year-old midfielder has repeatedly been linked with Liverpool and Aston Villa since the end of last season despite being under contract until 2011, although no cash bid has been received from either.

Milner only focused on Newcastle
A refreshed James Milner is confident of a big season for Newcastle United.
Milner has been linked with moves to Liverpool and Aston Villa this summer, but Newcastle insist he is not for sale.
And looking ahead to a fresh start next term, he said: "It's the first time since I've been a player that I've had a summer off.
"A long summer break is nice. Last season was a long one, and obviously with the European Champion-ships for the Under-21s, it has been a long couple of years. It's been good to chill out for a couple of weeks - but I hope to come back flying."

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Liverpool want to swap Peter Crouch for Spurs striker Robbie Keane in a player-plus-cash deal. (News of the World)

Rafael Benitez will pursue his interest in striker Robbie Keane, despite Tottenham's insistence that their vice-captain is not for sale. The Liverpool manager has proposed a cash-plus-Peter Crouch deal. (The Guardian)

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Rotta Kewell til Galtasaray!
http://www.goal.com/en/Articolo.aspx?ContenutoId=762466

Hvis det er sant: måtte han råtne enda mere der enn i helv*te. Av alle mulige klubber i hele verden går han altså til denne tyrkiske klubben hvis "supportere" var skyldig i drapet på to Leeds-fans i forbindelse med semifinalen i UEFA-cupen i 2000.

FCUK YOU.

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Ferguson is targeting Tottenham coach Gus Poyet as his new assistant manager after Carlos Queiroz left the club to take over as the new manager of Portugal. (The People)

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Jermaine Pennant has been told he can leave Liverpool and Blackburn are ready to bid £3m for the winger. (The People)

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Stoke look favourites to sign Liverpool goalkeeper Scott Carson for £4m. (Sunday Mirror)

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Premier League newcomers Stoke have agreed a £4m fee with Liverpool for goalkeeper Scott Carson. (1438 BST, BBC Sport)

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Tottenham aim to clinch the £17m signing of Blackburn midfielder David Bentley and send goalkeeper Paul Robinson to Ewood Park as part of the deal. (Daily Mirror)

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Liverpool manager Rafa Benitez's hopes of signing Aston Villa midfielder Gareth Barry and Spurs striker Robbie Keane have suffered a setback with the news that midfielder Xabi Alonso looks set to stay on Merseyside. (Various)

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Harte on two-week trial at Wolves   


Ian Harte won the bulk of his 64 caps under Mick McCarthy

Ian Harte is determined to use his two-week training stint at Molineux to impress Wolves boss Mick McCarthy enough to win a contract.
Harte, 30, is a free agent after leaving Sunderland at the end of last season and the former Leeds defender is hoping his time with Wolves goes well.
"I'm here for two weeks and hopefully I can impress and we'll see what happens," Harte told the club's website
"I feel good. I believe I've got plenty more to offer but that's up to Mick."
Harte, who won 64 caps for the Republic of Ireland, knows the Wolves boss well from their time together when McCarthy was in charge of the Irish team and he is looking forward to resuming their working relationship.
"He gave me around 50 of my caps and that was at a time when I was playing more for my country than my club," Harte said.
"I respect him highly and he knows how to get the best out of me."
Harte will be involved in Wolves' pre-season programme, their next game being at Hereford on Wednesday night.
The club have also confirmed that they are still in discussion with veteran left-side operator Michael Gray, who is 34 in August and 22-year-old midfielder Daniel Jones.


BBC

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Ferguson is targeting Tottenham coach Gus Poyet as his new assistant manager after Carlos Queiroz left the club to take over as the new manager of Portugal. (The People)

Tottenham assistant boss Gus Poyet says he has no intention of taking up a similar role at Manchester United, after he was linked with the Old Trafford vacancy. (Spurs nettside via BBC)


POYET DISMISSES UNITED LINK:
http://www.sportinglife.com/football/transfer_centre/story_get.cgi?STORY_NAME=soccer/08/07/15/manual_112427.html

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Premier League newcomers Stoke have agreed a £4m fee with Liverpool for goalkeeper Scott Carson.

West Brom are poised to gazump Stoke City after both clubs had their £4m bids for Scott Carson accepted by Liverpool. (Various)
Middlesbrough aim to hijack Stoke’s move for forgotten goalkeeper Scott Carson. (Daily Mirror)
Stoke are set to smash their transfer record by signing Scott Carson. (The Sun)
Stoke and West Brom are fighting it out for Scott Carson. (Daily Star)
West Brom are poised to steal Scott Carson from under the noses of Stoke after both had bids accepted for the Liverpool goalkeeper. (Daily Mail)
West Brom may hijack Stoke’s attempts to sign Scott Carson from Liverpool. (The Guardian)
Liverpool have accepted offers from Stoke and West Brom for Scott Carson. (The Times)
Scott Carson is in talks with Stoke over a £3.5million move. (The Independent)

PULIS CONFIRMS CARSON TALKS:
http://www.sportinglife.com/football/transfer_centre/story_get.cgi?STORY_NAME=soccer/08/07/15/manual_115849.html

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Rovers are planning for life without David Bentley and are set to make a £5m bid for Liverpool winger Jermaine Pennant. (Daily Mirror)

Hull are in talks with former Fulham goalkeeper Tony Warner. (Daily Mirror)
Free agent Tony Warner is talking to Hull. (The Sun)
Hull boss Phil Brown has offered a trial to former Fulham ‘keeper Tony Warner. (Daily Mail)

Blackburn will move for Paul Robinson if Brad Friedel leaves for Aston Villa. (The Times)


RAMS RUN RULE OVER OSTER
Wales winger John Oster is training with Derby following his release by Championship rivals Reading.
The 29-year-old is without a club after leaving the Madejski Stadium when his contract expired at the end of last season.
Ironically, Oster's final game for Reading was against Derby at Pride Park as the Royals were relegated from the Premier League.
Former Everton and Sunderland midfielder Oster has made 301 career appearances scoring 24 goals.

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Former Leeds United and Sunderland boss Peter Reid has been named as a leading candidate to be the new Thailand coach.

Former Leeds United striker Robbie Fowler is set to sign a new one-year deal with Cardiff City, according to reports.

Former Leeds United midfielder David Livermore has become Brighton's fourth signing of the summer.
The 28-year-old ex-Millwall skipper has been training with Albion since Tuesday after being made available on a free transfer from Hull City.
Livermore said: "I met Micky Adams a few weeks back and liked what he had to say. I played against Brighton last season for Oldham on loan and I was impressed."

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Midfielder Xabi Alonso's failed move to Juventus means Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez has abandoned plans to buy David Villa and David Silva from Valencia - and may have to give up hope of signing Tottenham striker Robbie Keane. (Daily Mirror)
However, depending on what you believe, the Merseysiders are willing to spend £20m to sign the 28-year-old Spurs striker. (The Sun)
Liverpool are ready to make Robbie Keane one of the world’s costliest players this week, with a £20million move taking his career transfer value to £60million. (The Sun)


Rovers boss Paul Ince will assess striker Robbie Fowler at the club's German training camp before deciding whether to give his former Liverpool team-mate another shot in the Premier League. (Daily Star)
Fowler to link up with Blackburn: http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport2/hi/football/teams/c/cardiff_city/7493303.stm
Striking legend has a point to prove: http://www.lep.co.uk/national-football/Striking-legend-has-a-point.4291649.jp


Tony Pulis fears Stoke are losing the battle to sign Scott Carson from Liverpool. (Daily Mirror)


Aaron Lennon has insisted he is not leaving Tottenham. (The Sun)
LENNON LOVES SPURS LIFE: http://www.sportinglife.com/football/transfer_centre/story_get.cgi?STORY_NAME=soccer/08/07/16/manual_081051.html


James Milner is angling for an improved contract at Newcastle. (The Times)

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Elliott gets Newcastle coach role   


Elliott enjoyed two spells with Newcastle as a player

Newcastle United have handed former defender Robbie Elliott a position on the club's coaching staff.
Elliott, 34, accepted an offer to become the fitness and conditioning coach and will work alongside senior fitness coach Mark Hulse.
As a player Elliott made 188 appearances for Newcastle during two spells at St James' Park.
The Gosforth-born full-back also represented Bolton, rivals Sunderland, Leeds United and Hartlepool.

BBC

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robbie_Elliott

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Hull are in talks with former Fulham goalkeeper Tony Warner. (Daily Mirror)
Free agent Tony Warner is talking to Hull. (The Sun)
Hull boss Phil Brown has offered a trial to former Fulham ‘keeper Tony Warner. (Daily Mail)

TIGERS COMPLETE TRIPLE SIGNING
Hull have completed the signings of three new players in Peter Halmosi, George Boateng and Tony Warner.
http://www.sportinglife.com/football/transfer_centre/story_get.cgi?STORY_NAME=soccer/08/07/16/manual_122228.html

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Midfielder Xabi Alonso's failed move to Juventus means Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez has abandoned plans to buy David Villa and David Silva from Valencia - and may have to give up hope of signing Tottenham striker Robbie Keane. (Daily Mirror)
However, depending on what you believe, the Merseysiders are willing to spend £20m to sign the 28-year-old Spurs striker. (The Sun)
Liverpool are ready to make Robbie Keane one of the world’s costliest players this week, with a £20million move taking his career transfer value to £60million. (The Sun)

Liverpool are edging closer to signing Robbie Keane and will submit an improved bid for the Tottenham striker after making him their top priority ahead of signing Gareth Barry. (Various)

Liverpool have stepped up their bid to sign Robbie Keane, making the Tottenham striker their top transfer target. (Daily Express)

Robbie Keane is edging closer to a dream move to Liverpool, with the Anfield club set to make an improved bid within in the next 48 hours. (Daily Mail)

Liverpool have stepped up their interest in Robbie Keane as the impasse over Gareth Barry’s protracted move continues. (Daily Mail)

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Premier League newcomers Stoke have agreed a £4m fee with Liverpool for goalkeeper Scott Carson.

West Brom are poised to gazump Stoke City after both clubs had their £4m bids for Scott Carson accepted by Liverpool. (Various)
Middlesbrough aim to hijack Stoke’s move for forgotten goalkeeper Scott Carson. (Daily Mirror)
Stoke are set to smash their transfer record by signing Scott Carson. (The Sun)
Stoke and West Brom are fighting it out for Scott Carson. (Daily Star)
West Brom are poised to steal Scott Carson from under the noses of Stoke after both had bids accepted for the Liverpool goalkeeper. (Daily Mail)
West Brom may hijack Stoke’s attempts to sign Scott Carson from Liverpool. (The Guardian)
Liverpool have accepted offers from Stoke and West Brom for Scott Carson. (The Times)
Scott Carson is in talks with Stoke over a £3.5million move. (The Independent)

Ince has made a late bid to hijack Scott Carson's move to Stoke as Brad Friedel looks set to complete a move to Aston Villa. (Daily Mail)

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Former Leeds United and Sunderland boss Peter Reid has been named as a leading candidate to be the new Thailand coach.

REID DEAL ALMOST THAI-D UP
Former Manchester City manager Peter Reid is set to take over as coach of the Thailand national team.
President of the Thai Football Association Worawi Makudi confirmed he had agreed terms on a four-year contract with Reid's agent Mike Morris, which the 52-year-old will sign next month.
Reid, who also had spells in charge of Sunderland, Leeds and Coventry, will begin his new role on September 1 and will initially take charge of the country's youngsters for the AFC Under-19 Championship in Saudi Arabia in November before leading the senior side at the King's Cup and Asean Football Championships at the end of the year.

http://www.sportinglife.com/football/transfer_centre/story_get.cgi?STORY_NAME=soccer/08/07/17/SOCCER_Reid.html


Reid all about it, Pete's Thai-d up: http://www.teamtalk.com/football/story/0,16368,982_3828605,00.html

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Rovers boss Paul Ince will assess striker Robbie Fowler at the club's German training camp before deciding whether to give his former Liverpool team-mate another shot in the Premier League. (Daily Star)

Ince: Fowler will never lose his goal-den touch
New Blackburn boss Paul Ince will give veteran striker Robbie Fowler "a few weeks" to prove he can still play in the Premier League.
And Ince has defied the critics who have doubted that Fowler, can still perform at the top level, insisting: "You never lose your ability, and Robbie has been scoring goals for years and years."

http://www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/football-headlines/Ince-Fowler-will-never-lose.4291531.jp

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FOLAN CLOSE TO NEW HULL DEAL
Hull striker Caleb Folan is set to sign a new deal as a reward for helping the Tigers secure promotion to the Premier League for the first time.
The former Wigan and Chesterfield forward had a clause in his contract allowing him a new deal if Hull won promotion and now the club are ready to tie down Folan.
Folan's agent, Hayden Evans, confirmed talks were underway over a new deal and he was hopeful of a successful conclusion.
"Caleb is close to signing a new deal," Evans told skysports. "He is entitled to a new deal because of a clause in his old contract.
"We have started dialogue and there is a willingness from both parties to do it.
"I hope we can get things sorted out very soon."

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Premier League newcomers Stoke have agreed a £4m fee with Liverpool for goalkeeper Scott Carson.

West Brom are poised to gazump Stoke City after both clubs had their £4m bids for Scott Carson accepted by Liverpool. (Various)
Middlesbrough aim to hijack Stoke’s move for forgotten goalkeeper Scott Carson. (Daily Mirror)
Stoke are set to smash their transfer record by signing Scott Carson. (The Sun)
Stoke and West Brom are fighting it out for Scott Carson. (Daily Star)
West Brom are poised to steal Scott Carson from under the noses of Stoke after both had bids accepted for the Liverpool goalkeeper. (Daily Mail)
West Brom may hijack Stoke’s attempts to sign Scott Carson from Liverpool. (The Guardian)
Liverpool have accepted offers from Stoke and West Brom for Scott Carson. (The Times)
Scott Carson is in talks with Stoke over a £3.5million move. (The Independent)

Ince has made a late bid to hijack Scott Carson's move to Stoke as Brad Friedel looks set to complete a move to Aston Villa. (Daily Mail)

STOKE END CARSON PURSUIT
Stoke have ended their interest in Liverpool goalkeeper Scott Carson.
The Premier League newcomers were believed to be lining up a £4million move for the England international.
However, a statement from Stoke reads: "We can announce that we are no longer pursuing Liverpool goalkeeper Scott Carson.
"The club will continue to look to improve the squad and remain hopeful of closing in on several new signings ahead of the Barclays Premier League campaign."
Carson, 22, spent the whole of last season on loan at Aston Villa, who had previously expressed a desire to make the move permanent but were put off by a reported £10million price tag.
The goalkeeper - who has two senior England caps - joined Liverpool from Leeds in January 2005 but has made just nine first-team appearances for the Reds, also spending time on loan at Sheffield Wednesday and Charlton.

PA Sport

Stoke withdraw from Carson chase :
http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport2/hi/football/teams/s/stoke_city/7505679.stm

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Midfielder Xabi Alonso's failed move to Juventus means Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez has abandoned plans to buy David Villa and David Silva from Valencia - and may have to give up hope of signing Tottenham striker Robbie Keane. (Daily Mirror)
However, depending on what you believe, the Merseysiders are willing to spend £20m to sign the 28-year-old Spurs striker. (The Sun)
Liverpool are ready to make Robbie Keane one of the world’s costliest players this week, with a £20million move taking his career transfer value to £60million. (The Sun)

Liverpool are edging closer to signing Robbie Keane and will submit an improved bid for the Tottenham striker after making him their top priority ahead of signing Gareth Barry. (Various)
Liverpool have stepped up their bid to sign Robbie Keane, making the Tottenham striker their top transfer target. (Daily Express)
Robbie Keane is edging closer to a dream move to Liverpool, with the Anfield club set to make an improved bid within in the next 48 hours. (Daily Mail)
Liverpool have stepped up their interest in Robbie Keane as the impasse over Gareth Barry’s protracted move continues. (Daily Mail)

RAMOS WON'T RULE OUT DEPARTURES
Juande Ramos has refused to rule out selling either Dimitar Berbatov or Robbie Keane, but believes that Tottenham will still be capable of challenging for the top four.

http://www.sportinglife.com/football/transfer_centre/story_get.cgi?STORY_NAME=soccer/08/07/17/manual_145946.html