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[Toffeehater]

Yea he's got a long way thats why i've said that if he carriers on with this attitude off the bench and can have an impact like his first season then surely he should be given a chance . I think he will get his chance against leeds though

[DrPepe]

Yea he's got a long way thats why i've said that if he carriers on with this attitude off the bench and can have an impact like his first season then surely he should be given a chance . I think he will get his chance against leeds though

yeah that would be perfect for ryan - show that he can put in 90 minutes (even 60 minutes!) of a performance

[GYBS]

Babel has another good little cameo for ten odd mins but we have seen it so many times before then he is given a chance to start and he just blows it with a shocking performance .

As a right mid he is still behind both Kuyt and Yossi and left mid still behind reira and yossi

As a striker he has gone up front a few times and done nothing .

His attitude seems a bit better in these last two sub apperances and if he does get a chance in the CC then he has to grab that chance and show his head can match his ability and prove many people wrong .

[stmichael]

An ideal chance for him to get a runout against Leeds tomorrow.

[Reg]

Babel keen on Reds stay

Dutch ace denies he wants to leave Anfield   21st September 2009   


Ryan Babel has ruled out a loan move to Ajax, stating he is happy at Liverpool and keen to stay.

The Holland international winger has failed to hold down a regular first-team place during his time on Merseyside, with the bulk of his Premier League appearances coming as a substitute.

Earlier this month Babel reportedly revealed he would be interested in re-joining Ajax in the January transfer window in order to secure regular football ahead of the World Cup finals.

However, the 22-year-old has stated those comments were twisted beyond recognition and that he has told manager Rafa Benitez that he is not looking for a move.

"I didn't say any of those things," he told the Liverpool Echo. "I did an interview in Holland and I don't know who in England got hold of it but it was the worst translation I have ever seen.

"The fact is I'm very happy here and I don't want to leave to go anywhere. I just want to concentrate on playing.

"Yes, there is a lot of competition for places at Liverpool but that's the same at every top club. It was like that when I was at Ajax and that isn't a problem for me.

"I heard about what was being reported when I was away with Holland. When I got back to Liverpool I went straight to the manager and told him it wasn't true. He accepted that and there is no problem."

Babel impressed for The Reds out wide right in Saturday's 3-2 win over West Ham after delivering the cross for Fernando Torres to head home their winner.


Confidence

The Dutchman says the outing has given him confidence, although it remains to be seen whether he starts Tuesday's Carling Cup clash against Leeds United at Elland Road.

"It was great to be out there and I'm really pleased I was able to help us get a crucial three points," he said.

"Before I came on the manager said I needed to bring some energy to the game and that I needed to run at them.

"I enjoyed it and that will give me some confidence. Now I hope to carry on like this.

"If I keep working hard then hopefully I can get some more minutes and in the end get a place back in the starting line-up."
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Damn !

[tubby]

I hope he starts on the right, before this game the last game where he looked comfortable was against PSV where he played again on the right.

[tubby]

Babel keen on Reds stay
Dutch ace denies he wants to leave Anfield

Ryan Babel has ruled out a loan move to Ajax, stating he is happy at Liverpool and keen to stay.

The Holland international winger has failed to hold down a regular first-team place during his time on Merseyside, with the bulk of his Premier League appearances coming as a substitute.

Earlier this month Babel reportedly revealed he would be interested in re-joining Ajax in the January transfer window in order to secure regular football ahead of the World Cup finals.

However, the 22-year-old has stated those comments were twisted beyond recognition and that he has told manager Rafa Benitez that he is not looking for a move.
Denial

"I didn't say any of those things," he told the Liverpool Echo. "I did an interview in Holland and I don't know who in England got hold of it but it was the worst translation I have ever seen.

"The fact is I'm very happy here and I don't want to leave to go anywhere. I just want to concentrate on playing.

"Yes, there is a lot of competition for places at Liverpool but that's the same at every top club. It was like that when I was at Ajax and that isn't a problem for me.

"I heard about what was being reported when I was away with Holland. When I got back to Liverpool I went straight to the manager and told him it wasn't true. He accepted that and there is no problem."

Babel impressed for The Reds out wide right in Saturday's 3-2 win over West Ham after delivering the cross for Fernando Torres to head home their winner.

Confidence

The Dutchman says the outing has given him confidence, although it remains to be seen whether he starts Tuesday's Carling Cup clash against Leeds United at Elland Road.

"It was great to be out there and I'm really pleased I was able to help us get a crucial three points," he said.

"Before I came on the manager said I needed to bring some energy to the game and that I needed to run at them.

"I enjoyed it and that will give me some confidence. Now I hope to carry on like this.

"If I keep working hard then hopefully I can get some more minutes and in the end get a place back in the starting line-up."

[Bad Bob]

I am not saying Babel right now should be ahead of anyone right now but please to all those who say he has got to start to earn it.

How many games in a row did Kuyt **** ***** **** out there on the field?
He was abysmal 15 straight games and scored 0 goals as our lead striker.
He was at least just as bad as babel when he is at his worst.
Rafa stood by Kuyt and he improved much thanks to the confidence the manager put in him.
It is clear that Babel is much better as a rw so why shouldn't he be given the patience that was awarded Kuyt??

Whatever kuyt doesn't make up offensively he runs his off , works hard and defends getting the ball back . Babel rarely does that , if babel carries on having impacts like this from the bench with the right attitude , he'd be knocking on the door for right wing position .

well done to the fella for seemingly turning around his attitude, but as far as i;m concerned his 2 "cameos" recently leave him just inside the garden gate, staring wistfully up the long path to the first team front door. He'll  needs to show a lot lot more, before we  can consider him to be "knocking on the door" for the RW position... 

Ooh, kwalitee imagery.

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Babel keen on Reds stay
Dutch ace denies he wants to leave Anfield

Ryan Babel has ruled out a loan move to Ajax, stating he is happy at Liverpool and keen to stay.

The Holland international winger has failed to hold down a regular first-team place during his time on Merseyside, with the bulk of his Premier League appearances coming as a substitute.

Earlier this month Babel reportedly revealed he would be interested in re-joining Ajax in the January transfer window in order to secure regular football ahead of the World Cup finals.

However, the 22-year-old has stated those comments were twisted beyond recognition and that he has told manager Rafa Benitez that he is not looking for a move.
Denial

"I didn't say any of those things," he told the Liverpool Echo. "I did an interview in Holland and I don't know who in England got hold of it but it was the worst translation I have ever seen.

"The fact is I'm very happy here and I don't want to leave to go anywhere. I just want to concentrate on playing.

"Yes, there is a lot of competition for places at Liverpool but that's the same at every top club. It was like that when I was at Ajax and that isn't a problem for me.

"I heard about what was being reported when I was away with Holland. When I got back to Liverpool I went straight to the manager and told him it wasn't true. He accepted that and there is no problem."

Babel impressed for The Reds out wide right in Saturday's 3-2 win over West Ham after delivering the cross for Fernando Torres to head home their winner.

Confidence

The Dutchman says the outing has given him confidence, although it remains to be seen whether he starts Tuesday's Carling Cup clash against Leeds United at Elland Road.

"It was great to be out there and I'm really pleased I was able to help us get a crucial three points," he said.

"Before I came on the manager said I needed to bring some energy to the game and that I needed to run at them.

"I enjoyed it and that will give me some confidence. Now I hope to carry on like this.

"If I keep working hard then hopefully I can get some more minutes and in the end get a place back in the starting line-up."

In other words Rafa said no to his being loaned out 

[Bad Bob]

Babel keen on Reds stay
Dutch ace denies he wants to leave Anfield

Ryan Babel has ruled out a loan move to Ajax, stating he is happy at Liverpool and keen to stay.

The Holland international winger has failed to hold down a regular first-team place during his time on Merseyside, with the bulk of his Premier League appearances coming as a substitute.

Earlier this month Babel reportedly revealed he would be interested in re-joining Ajax in the January transfer window in order to secure regular football ahead of the World Cup finals.

However, the 22-year-old has stated those comments were twisted beyond recognition and that he has told manager Rafa Benitez that he is not looking for a move.
Denial

"I didn't say any of those things," he told the Liverpool Echo. "I did an interview in Holland and I don't know who in England got hold of it but it was the worst translation I have ever seen.

"The fact is I'm very happy here and I don't want to leave to go anywhere. I just want to concentrate on playing.

"Yes, there is a lot of competition for places at Liverpool but that's the same at every top club. It was like that when I was at Ajax and that isn't a problem for me.

"I heard about what was being reported when I was away with Holland. When I got back to Liverpool I went straight to the manager and told him it wasn't true. He accepted that and there is no problem."

Babel impressed for The Reds out wide right in Saturday's 3-2 win over West Ham after delivering the cross for Fernando Torres to head home their winner.

Confidence

The Dutchman says the outing has given him confidence, although it remains to be seen whether he starts Tuesday's Carling Cup clash against Leeds United at Elland Road.

"It was great to be out there and I'm really pleased I was able to help us get a crucial three points," he said.

"Before I came on the manager said I needed to bring some energy to the game and that I needed to run at them.

"I enjoyed it and that will give me some confidence. Now I hope to carry on like this.

"If I keep working hard then hopefully I can get some more minutes and in the end get a place back in the starting line-up."

In other words Rafa said no to his being loaned out 

And gave him a kick up the backside in the process, if his spike in effort in his last two appearances are anything to go by.

[Owzat]

I hope he starts on the right, before this game the last game where he looked comfortable was against PSV where he played again on the right.

And PSV were so poor that Lucas bossed the game and looked world class

[Bammo]

I hope he starts on the right, before this game the last game where he looked comfortable was against PSV where he played again on the right.

And PSV were so poor that Lucas bossed the game and looked world class

[tubby]

Ok let's not go there everyone. Babel had a good game that's all I was pointing out. If Torres scores a hatrick do we say their defence were so poor they let in 3 from the same person? No of course not.

[DrPepe]

I hope he starts on the right, before this game the last game where he looked comfortable was against PSV where he played again on the right.

And PSV were so poor that Lucas bossed the game and looked world class

let's not go overboard with the hyperbole ... players like babel and lucas whilst not world class are good enough as squad players to slot in against at least 3/4 of the teams we 'll meet domestically.

it's a good  thing that lucas or others are able to look "world class" against teams, as it should mean that someone better than him  was getting a rest for the bigger challenges/teams ahead...

[Penguins]

Babel has the physicality of the game but not the mental aspects of it. He lose possession too many time against Hammies, yah he did provided the assist, but for me losing possession is criminal. Especially if you are chasing a goal or defending a lead.
Once you lose the ball and the opposition has it, the only way you can get it back is 1) opposition attempts at goal (2) you work your off getting it back (3) they scored a goal.
Babel has, lets say, potential but he needs to read the game better and dont give the ball away like charity.

Sure, there are aspects of Babel´s game that he needs to improve but it doesn't take a scientist to play football.
If he can constantly beat his man with pace or skill and get crosses in like he did vs WH he has come some ways.

I just don't want him out left anymore as he isn't ever going to perform out there.