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Jamie Carragher Announces Retirement-

Longtime Liverpool defenseman Jamie Carragher announced today that he will be retiring at his contract's end. This comes as a little bit of a surprise, though it could not have been completely unexpected. Carragher just isn't the stalwart he used to be in the Liverpool back line, and because of that, he recently found himself no longer in the first team picture. His role on this team during his final season seems to be one of a mentor as new coach Brendan Rodgers attempts to successfully bring Liverpool back to form.

Andy Carroll Shipped to West Ham Temporarily-

When he was brought in, he was expected to form a super duo with striker Luis Suarez, however the 23 year old Andy Carroll has not lived up to his end of the bargain. While the spending spree now looks like a failure, Carroll is being sent off to Premier League foe West Ham to see if they can get him back into form with their first team.

Jay Spearing Not Making the First 11-

As a result of not making the first eleven, Liverpool have elected to send Jay Spearing out on loan to the Bolton Wanderers. Rumors have it that the two teams may be looking to make this move permanent as Spearing has been said to like it with the Premier League foes.

Liverpool Benefits From La Liga Surplus-

Nuri Sahin may not be in the starting 11 over in Real Madrid, perennial La Liga powerhouse, but he sure will be in the picture while on loan at Liverpool for the 2012-13 season. The 23 year-old midfielder has been said to be one of the "most promising players in the future". The future is now for the youngster as he jumps into a team with much history and immediate expectations.
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Friendlies Announced:

Liverpool announced today that they would be playing three friendlies before their 2012 Premier League season got underway. Two will be at home, first against Pescara Calcio an Italian Serie A team and then against Real Madrid (rumored to be part of the agreement on the Nuri Sahin loan). Those two games will sandwich an away game against the French LOSC Lille.

The three games give new manager Brendan Rodgers a great chance to see what he has. He has not announced who will receive what playing time yet, but with the match rules of the three staying consistent with professional play (only three substitutions) chances are that we won't be seeing too many moves early on in games. Pre-game strategizing and planning will be a must for the new man in charge.
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Pre-Game Matchup:

Substitutes:
GK Brad Jones
CB Jamie Carragher
CM Nuri Sahin
LW Oussama Assaidi
CM Jordan Henderson
RW Stewart Downing
CB Sebastian Coates

Planned Substitutions:
CB Sebastian Coates for CB Daniel Agger - 45'
CM Nuri Sahin for CM Steven Gerrard - 45'
RW Stewart Downing for ST Luis Suarez - 60'

Transfer Announcements:
-FC Barcelona has accepted a $28,000,000 bid from Manchester United for the Argentinian center back Javier Macherano. The 28 year old is set for a medical in the coming days.

-Liverpool have been approached about several players to transfer including keeper Pepe Reina, right back Glen Johnson and center back Martin Skrtel. They have refused to listen to any offers to this point with manager Rodgers explaining, "I need to see what I have before I move anybody."

-Chelsea have been rumored to be in contact with several attackers. We'll see how that interest pans out for the former champions.

-EPL stars Wayne Rooney (Man. Utd.) and Sergio Aguero (Man. City) are rumored to have been pursued by La Liga powerhouse Real Madrid.

-Even after acquiring attacker Clint Dempsey, Tottenham has now turned their attention to Huntelaar from FC Schalke 04.


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Liverpool vs. Pescara: Preseason Game 1

Note on Suarez Injury:
After the match it was deemed that Suarez had merely twisted his ankle. "It wasn't horrible, but we needed to get him out there to avoid any further injury," Rodgers explained. "He could have played if it was a game of significance, and he'll be in the lineup in a few days, perhaps as a sub though."
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Carlos Tevez to Inter-

Inter announced on their official website that they have completed the transfer of Carlos Tevez from Manchester City for a fee of $30,000,000. The 28-year old striker from Argentina enjoyed a fruitful spell at his former club, Manchester City, and joins his new team-mates with a glowing reputation as a player who can add a little something extra to any team he plays for.

His new manager was over the moon with his new signing. "I can't wait to get him in the team and start working with him. He is going to give us a big boost and the extra motivation that we have been sorely lacking in recent weeks," he said outside the club's training facilities.

Initial reports suggest that the player will receive a $200,000 salary in his new club.

When asked about the deal, Liverpool coach Brendan Rodgers said, "Tevez is a great player, no doubt, but there's still many weapons to be had on City. They're nothing to joke about and when we see them in a few weeks, I'm sure they'll be as strong as ever. We need to take the next two games to prepare for our opener against West Brom, and then we'll worry about Arsenal, and then we'll talk about City."
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Pre-Game Matchup:

Substitutes:
GK José Reina
RB Martin Kelly
CM Steven Gerrard
ST Fabio Borini
CDM Lucas Leiva
ST Dani Pacheco
CB Daniel Agger

Planned Substitutions:
CDM Lucas Leiva for CM Nuri Sahin - 45'
ST Dani Pacheco for RW Raheem Sterling - 60'


Transfer Announcements:
Nothing Reported.


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Liverpool vs. LOSC Lille: Preseason Game 2

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[Chrispy]

Good shit, I'll be following

 

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Looks nice, good job. Nice to have another Liverpool fan on the forum.

 

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Pre-Game Matchup:

Substitutes:
GK Doni
CM Joe Cole
CM Nuri Sahin
RW Stewart Downing
CM Lucas Leiva
LW Oussama Assaidi
CB Jamie Carragher

Planned Substitutions:
LW Oussama Assaidi for ST Luis Suarez - 45'
CM Nuri Sahin for CM Steven Gerrard - 45'


Transfer Announcements:
None

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Liverpool vs. Real Madrid: Preseason Game 3
The game didn't record for some reason, so sorry, but no video

Liverpool 1-0 Real Madrid
Oussama Assaidi - 62'

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Joe Cole Being Shopped?-

Rumor has it today that following their final preseason game, and victory over Real Madrid, that Liverpool has listed midfielder Joe Cole for transfer. Early reports suggest that they were not impressed by his control of the pitch from the middle and are looking to get a bit of value for the player who is on the latter end of his prime at 30 years old. Cole is currently on a $6,500,000 contract while being paid $45,000 weekly. Our sources in the front office indicate that someone along the back line of team may also soon be listed as 22 year old Martin Kelly seems to be ready to take over a position on the pitch.


UPDATE: Cole was just sold to EPL foe Queens Park Rangers for a sum of $6,800,000. Rodgers commented on the deal by saying "It's great to see that we could come to an arrangement over the lad's future. Not only are we happy, but so is Cole and that's the main thing." With Liverpool losing the attacking midfielder, fans will be looking to see if the manager will make sure of the new funds during the transfer window.​

 

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Pre-Game Matchup:

Substitutes:
GK Doni
CM Shelvey
RW Downing
RB Kelly
ST Borini
CB Carragher
CM Henderson


Transfer Announcements:
Nothing Reported.


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Liverpool vs. West Brom: Barclays Premier League Game 1

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Prime Players Listed-

Brazilian Lucas Leiva (25 years old) and Spaniard José Enrique (26 years old) have been listed by Liverpool, made official this morning following their Barclays opening victory over West Bromwich. Leiva currently finds himself as a reserve. In the past Liverpool saw him as valuable as a center defensive midfielder, but after his injury last year others were forced to step up. "There are many lads who played brilliantly in Lucas' absence. I can't fault him (Leiva) for that, but I also need to reward those guys. We need to find a solution that works for everybody," explained coach Brendan Rodgers about the situation at hand. Left back José Enrique was also listed by Liverpool. Said Rodgers about that listing, "We have Martin (Kelly) ready to step into the first team picture immediately. Glen (Johnson) gives us the flexibility we need as he's able to play either corner. That blessing allows us to make moves to make our squad better on the pitch."

Rumor has it with these sudden moves that Liverpool may be attempting to stock up finances to make a big move. Rodgers has consistently said he's not just happy with a Champions League birth, but wants to compete in Barclays this season.​

 

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Pre-Game Matchup:

Substitutes:
GK Doni
CM Shelvey
RW Downing
RB Kelly
ST Borini
CB Carragher
CM Henderson


Transfer Announcements:
Nothing Reported.


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Liverpool vs. Arsenal: Barclays Premier League Game 1

 

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International Play Begins-

Several players left the Liverpool locker room today, ready to join their international squads for approximately a week. They will be on duty from 8/31 to 9/6. The following players will not be with the Liverpool squad during that time (but will not miss any currently scheduled games):

GK José Reina (Spain)
RB José Enrique (Spain)
CM Steven Gerrard (England)
CB Daniel Agger (Denmark)
CM Nuri Sahin (Turkey)
ST Luis Suárez (Uruguay)

While they are gone, the Reds are bringing up the following players to the squad:

GK Péter Gulácsi (22 yo)
CF Dani Pacheco (21 yo)
ST Samed Yesil (18 yo)
RB Jon Flanagan (19 yo)
CB Danny Wilson (20 yo)
CDM Lucas Leiva (25 yo)​

 

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Pre-Game Matchup:

Substitutes:
GK Doni
CM Shelvey
RW Downing
RB Kelly
ST Borini
CB Carragher
CM Henderson


Transfer Announcements:
Nothing Reported.


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