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Xabi don't care.

With uncertainty looming of Alonso’s departure to RealMadrid, everyone affiliated with Liverpool are adamant that Xabi stay a red. LFC players and fans alike are deeply disrupted by the ongoing public discussions between Xabi Alonso and his suitors Real Madrid. The Galaticos are no doubt back, having spent over 200 million euros on new superstars that include Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema and Kaka.

The off season transfer talk is either hated or loved by football fans but never ignored. However, I don’t recall seeing a transfer situation quite like Xabi Alonso’s. The crafty multi faceted mid fielder had a wonderful 2009 and quickly became a fan favorite.

Regardless of public support, Xabi Alonso has publicly stated in various Spanish media especially Real Madrid’s megaphone “Marca” his desire to play for the royal squad. Most recently he handed LFC his transfer request. Xabi keeps one foot in Anfield and his eye on El Bernabeu dispite a worldwide audience pleading with the player to stay in Liverpool. During Liverpool’s preseason run in Asia, signs begging "Xabi to stay" were the only white spots in an otherwise sea of red. Asian make shift Kop’s serenaded songs in broken English to the disgruntled player. Seems everyone wants Xabi to stay but Xabi Alonso. Looks like LFC will eventually part with the mid-fielder but he will go under their terms only.

There is no doubt that Alonso is incredibly important to what LFC want to accomplish. Looking ahead to the season, we thank the heavens that the end is near for the summer transfer window. Xabi will continue to play an important role for Liverpool if he stays put. Despite his desire to play elsewhere, Liverpool supporters will continue to cheer even if his heart is in Madrid. I’m still baffled by the overwhelming support Xabi gets for not wanting to be a red. Liverpool Supporters want a winning team, but why do we insist on loving a player that doesn’t love us back?

MICHAEL OWEN *MANC* CHANT

THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES, AND THANKS FOR DESTROYING EVERY ONE OF THEM IN ONE DAY.

THE NEW MICHAEL OWEN SONG

(to the roy keane chant, which will p*ss off the mancs, haha)

oh michael owen, he's gone and lost the plot,

cause when the scum came calling, he chose to sign the dot

the rest all didn't want him, he chose the red and white,

and now we all are laughing because they're always sh*te.

Rafa seriously looking at Falcao

Several press reports are suggesting that Rafa is targeting a sneaky swoop for the highly rated Colombian national and River Plate superstar Radamel Falcao Garcia Zarate. The crafty forward know as “Falcao” is one of South America’s top rated footballers.

In 2007 he was elected “XI of America” which is a prestigious annual survey voted by South American Sports journalists. His father, Radamel García, played professionally as a defender in Colombia. Falcao is named after the 1980s Brazilian and Roma legend Falcão…no relation.Falcao was most recently linked to Benfica until LFC came along and made a comparable bid. He’s been linked with several EPL such as Aston Villa, Arsenal and Manchester United during last years January transfer window.Falcao has been quoted as saying he dreams of playing in England. Liverpool is looking to snatch him right from under Benfica’s noses. Although Liverpool’s offer is slightly lower than Benfica’s, Falcao has the last decision on his ultimate future destination. With Rock star looks and talent to match the Colombian is not your stereotypical footballer, he is a devout Christian and a leader of a number of Church youth groups. He will bring instant maturity and discipline to any team he joins. Kakasek?!His scoring record of 34 goals in 88 League games (71 starts) for his current club Argentinean giants River Plate is well regarded. However "El Tigre" struggles to find the back of the net in his limited starts on the big stage with his national side. The player is renowned for his pace and lighting fast lateral movement. He has gifted ability to shoot cannons from distance with both feet.

Falcao is remarkably strong in the air despite his modest height of 5 ft 9. He evolved in River Plate after moving from an out and out striker’s role into a more withdrawn CF position. His versatilityand hustle is one of the many reasons Rafa covets this player. Although he plays up top in Argentina and is known a striker, I prefer to see him in an attacking mid-fielder role complementing Steven Gerrard. The physicality of the Premiership will take it toll on the injury prone player if Rafa sticks him upfront. Falcao has suffered from a number of injuries since 2006 as a direct result of tearing his anterior cruciate. However, the versatile striker is back to full fitness and is living up to his early hype when he first caught our attention in the U17 World Cup.

Do you think this is a wise buy for Liverpool? Have you seen Falcao in action? What do you think of him?

Steve Nash Charity Footy game in New York City

Last year Liverpool legend Robbie Fowler graced us with his presence in the first ever Steve Nash NYC pick up soccer match. It's back again this year!
Wednesday, June 24, at 6 p.m., at Sara D. Roosevelt Park Chrystie and Houston streets in New York City.

Basketball players slated for the event are Steve Nash, Tony Parker, Jason Kidd, Grant Hill, Chris Bosh and Raja Bell

Football players will include Claudio Reyna, Thierry Henry, Javier Zanetti, Salomon Kalou, Ryan Babel, Giovanni van Brockhurst, Mathieu Flamini, Ivan Cordoba and Adrian Mutu.

Personally I will be excited to meet Colombian international and Inter legend Ivan Cordoba and the only Liverpool representative Ryan Babel. Hope to see you there.

What position will Liverpool be in at the end of the season?

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