It would be fair to say that Brendan Rodgers has always been quite proud of his purchase of Joe Allen and has constantly told the media his delight in bringing the Welsh midfielder to Anfield in the summer. Bearing this in mind, the former Swansea boss has reacted furiously to Alan Shearer who recently questioned just what Allen’s role in the Reds team was. Continue reading
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Rodgers singles out Allen and Sterling
It would be fair to say that many Reds supporters were very surprised at the club’s performance against Manchester City, with expectations certainly low following the disappointment last weekend. However, after managing a hugely respectable 2-2 draw with the champions, confidence is now back at Anfield and Brendan Rodgers has moved to issue praise on two of the club’s younger players in Joe Allen and Raheem Sterling. Continue reading
Allen deal imminent
Having been linked with the Reds for the whole summer, it finally looks as though the Joe Allen saga could be set to come to a conclusion. Speaking after Liverpool’s emphatic Europa League win over FC Gomel, Brendan Rodgers claimed that the deal is on the verge of being complete and hopes to announce something on Friday. Continue reading
Allen deal one step closer?
Following weeks of rumours, it finally appears as though Brendan Rodgers has taken action on Swansea midfielder Joe Allen. It is understood that the Reds have tabled a bid for the highly-rated midfielder, with some sources claiming that the offer is in the region of £13.5m. Continue reading
Allen transfer dead?
It would appear as though Liverpool have an even harder task if they want to land Joe Allen, with the Swansea midfielder’s agent claiming that his client has not handed in a transfer request. Speculation has been mounting that the Reds are set to bid for Allen, although there appear to be numerous stumbling blocks that could scupper the transfer. Continue reading
