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by **Ciggy** » Fri Oct 06, 2006 1:35 pm

No player would turn down Reds - NeillOct 6 2006

By Chris Bascombe

BLACKBURN'S Lucas Neill has urged Liverpool to re-ignite their interest in him when the transfer window opens.

The Aussie defender has spoken for the first time about his disappointment at failing to secure a summer switch to Anfield.

He claimed 'no player in their right mind would turn down Liverpool'.

A deal failed to material-ise at the eleventh hour on August 31, as Rovers held firm on their wish for a swop deal involving Stephen Warnock.

Reds boss Rafa Benitez refused, but is likely to re-consider the option in the New Year.

Neill would be able to sign a pre-contract agreement with other clubs in January, and leave on a free Bosman transfer next summer.

Neill, who will captain Australia in a friendly with Paraguay tomorrow, said: "I was linked with Liverpool most famously, and no player in their right mind would not want the opportunity to go to a club like that, with so much history and prestige.

"The deal that was presented to the club at the time from Liverpool was not in Blackburn's best interests, therefore I didn't have a say and I didn't move on.

"It's unfortunate for my career that it didn't go that way, but as a professional I have to move on.

"But now I'm hopefully in just as good a position when those opportunities present themselves again in January, or if not then, I'll get a free transfer in June."

With Steve Finnan and youngster Lee Peltier the only recognised right backs in the squad, Benitez is sure to make a move in January.

If Blackburn hope to receive a fee, they'll have no choice but to release him during the next transfer window.

I wasnt for him coming to us TBH, but maybe we need to start being tougher in the league, and if he isnt going to cost anything then maybe, I could get used to the idea and also with no backup for Finnan should he get injured or burned out.

by **bigmick** » Fri Oct 06, 2006 2:07 pm

I thought Finnan had just about his worst game in a Liverpool shirt against Bolton. I have a strong suspicion that the right-back would quite happily see Gerrard move back to right-mid, and that if Lucas Neil signed he may play more than many think.

by **metalhead** » Fri Oct 06, 2006 2:25 pm

Ciggy wrote:No player would turn down Reds - NeillOct 6 2006

By Chris Bascombe

BLACKBURN'S Lucas Neill has urged Liverpool to re-ignite their interest in him when the transfer window opens.

The Aussie defender has spoken for the first time about his disappointment at failing to secure a summer switch to Anfield.

He claimed 'no player in their right mind would turn down Liverpool'.

A deal failed to material-ise at the eleventh hour on August 31, as Rovers held firm on their wish for a swop deal involving Stephen Warnock.

Reds boss Rafa Benitez refused, but is likely to re-consider the option in the New Year.

Neill would be able to sign a pre-contract agreement with other clubs in January, and leave on a free Bosman transfer next summer.

Neill, who will captain Australia in a friendly with Paraguay tomorrow, said: "I was linked with Liverpool most famously, and no player in their right mind would not want the opportunity to go to a club like that, with so much history and prestige.

"The deal that was presented to the club at the time from Liverpool was not in Blackburn's best interests, therefore I didn't have a say and I didn't move on.

"It's unfortunate for my career that it didn't go that way, but as a professional I have to move on.

"But now I'm hopefully in just as good a position when those opportunities present themselves again in January, or if not then, I'll get a free transfer in June."

With Steve Finnan and youngster Lee Peltier the only recognised right backs in the squad, Benitez is sure to make a move in January.

If Blackburn hope to receive a fee, they'll have no choice but to release him during the next transfer window.

I wasnt for him coming to us TBH, but maybe we need to start being tougher in the league, and if he isnt going to cost anything then maybe, I could get used to the idea and also with no backup for Finnan should he get injured or burned out.

Well if we get Lucas Neil, he can break shrek's leg eh?

I'm kidding

by **account deleted by request** » Fri Oct 06, 2006 2:26 pm

I hope we dont sign him, but I think we probably will. Another Julian Dicks.

by **red37** » Fri Oct 06, 2006 2:31 pm

as a player he will do a job for us. he is versatile across the defence als well. as a fella? well lets just say he's one you'd prefer on your side bearing his past disciplinary record against us. though solid enough to say he will add to the squad.

do we like it? :glare:

another one who will have to fit in.

by **Bad Bob** » Fri Oct 06, 2006 2:52 pm

Ciggy wrote:I wasnt for him coming to us TBH, but maybe we need to start being tougher in the league, and if he isnt going to cost anything then maybe, I could get used to the idea and also with no backup for Finnan should he get injured or burned out.

You sure it wasn't Oasis that changed your mind, Ciggy?

If he's lurking about he'll be well chuffed! :laugh:

by **ConnO'var** » Fri Oct 06, 2006 2:59 pm

God.... I hope not.... I hate the cheating, "rugby player masquerading as a football player" git....

1st Bellamy.... then Pennant..... now Neil??!!!
We're turning into Vinny Jones' Wimbledon.....

For crying out loud......

Rafa,

If we can afford it, get Alves and solve the right wingback issue.... else don't waste time with Neill.... Carra Can cover for Finnan if need be....

by **Ciggy** » Fri Oct 06, 2006 3:01 pm

Bad Bob wrote:You sure it wasn't Oasis that changed your mind, Ciggy? If he's lurking about he'll be well chuffed!

LOL I thought the very same thing Oasis over the moon :suspect:

by **Bad Bob** » Fri Oct 06, 2006 3:05 pm

Ciggy wrote:
Bad Bob wrote:You sure it wasn't Oasis that changed your mind, Ciggy? If he's lurking about he'll be well chuffed!

LOL I thought the very same thing Oasis over the moon

Well, if some newbie named "The Desert Watering Hole not the Manc Band" logs on in the next few hours and makes a beeline for this thread, we'll have our answer!

by **masterp** » Fri Oct 06, 2006 3:37 pm

if we get him cheap, which i think we will do cause his contract is up, then we may as well take him

he's a pretty good player and certainly better than Finnan

by **account deleted by request** » Fri Oct 06, 2006 3:45 pm

Maybe time for Lando to interrogate someone?

by **hello_red** » Fri Oct 06, 2006 4:24 pm

Souness could be a dirty mother sometimes and we all hold him in high regard! judge him on potential performances.. could be a good signing

by **Ciggy** » Fri Oct 06, 2006 4:25 pm

s@int wrote:Maybe time for Lando to interrogate someone?

masterp ?

by **Lando_Griffin** » Fri Oct 06, 2006 4:37 pm

masterp wrote:if we get him cheap, which i think we will do cause his contract is up, then we may as well take him

he's a pretty good player and certainly better than Finnan

You tit.

by **account deleted by request** » Fri Oct 06, 2006 4:45 pm

Lando_Griffin wrote:
masterp wrote:if we get him cheap, which i think we will do cause his contract is up, then we may as well take him

he's a pretty good player and certainly better than Finnan

You tit.

I said interrogate not insult

Try asking him about football ,then slip in a few questions about Mexican football.

Or be subtle and ask him does he know another name for desert watering holes

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