by Greavesie » Sat Jul 18, 2009 11:38 pm
Gareth Barry has responded to Liverpool supremo Rafael Benitez, as the row over his move to Manchester City continues.
Benitez felt the England midfielder would be an ideal replacement for Real Madrid target Xabi Alonso, but will now be forced to look elsewhere should the Spanish international move to his homeland.
The midfielder recently joined City after turning down the opportunity to play under 'Rafa'.
Liverpool had pursued Barry for 12 months, and Benitez was left shocked and disappointed by the England midfielder's decision, claiming that money was the former Aston Villa man's main motive.
"I found Rafa Benitez's comments a bit disrespectful," Barry told The Daily Telegraph.
"By that stage my decision was made and people should move on. There was genuine interest from Liverpool and I think he's probably just upset I chose City.
"I've been in the Premier League for ten years, more, and the money I've been paid is phenomenal compared to your average, everyday working man. You live and work away from normal life anyway, so money's not a big factor.
"The difference was that City made me feel wanted. Liverpool had a chance to buy me last season but failed to pay the money, and only found it this year when they knew someone else had reached an agreement."
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what a t0sser, trying to convince everyone he hasn't joined for money
All round the fields of Anfield Road
Where once we watched the King Kenny play (and could he play!)
Stevie Heighway on the wing
We had dreams and songs to sing
'Bout the glory, round the Fields of Anfield Road
JFT 96 - Gone but never forgotten
YNWA 15/4/1989
God Bless You All