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[SMD]

Nah, it's alright. I hope.

I thought Lucas had been back training since Monday?

Not full I don't think, didn't he fly back just last week?

[DeNeo]

Not full I don't think, didn't he fly back just last week?

Not sure, all I could find was this from 28th July:

Dalglish added: "Lucas will be in next week. We'll see how he shapes up. Obviously his tournament didn't go as well as Luis's did, but he was fantastic for us last season and we're looking forward to getting him back as well and he should be well rested."

[SMD]

I remember him saying last week he was flying back to Liverpool. He spent a week after the competition in Brazil and I'm assuming he'll get another week off in England then 'pre-season' for him.

[Dandy_Sephy]

His twitter (@LucasLeiva87):

Looking forward to meet the fans tomorrow in Anfield.

Time to rest and be ready for tomorrow . Good night all #YNWA

That was yesterday

[SMD]

[DeNeo]

The Reds team in full is: Reina, Johnson, Carragher, Agger, Aurelio, Adam, Henderson, Spearing, Aquilani, Downing, Carroll. Subs: Jones, Doni, Cole, Maxi, Kyrgiakos, Kuyt, Lucas, Ngog, Kelly, Flanagan, Robinson.

The lesser-spotted Aurelio returns! (And Lucas.)

[glb]

Tonight's line-up:

Reina, Johnson, Carragher, Agger, Aurelio, Adam, Henderson, Spearing, Aquilani, Downing, Carroll. Subs: Jones, Doni, Cole, Maxi, Kyrgiakos, Kuyt, Lucas, Ngog, Kelly, Flanagan, Robinson.

[SMD]

Aquilani!

[Chewylegs]

I just hope Aquilani isnt in there to put him in the shop window. Need a decent performance tonight to boost the confidence levels for the Sunderland game I reckon. A Clean sheet would be nice

[Commander Jameson]

Yes, Carroll. Get in.

Hmm. Johnson off though. Hammy twinge?

[SMD]

Probably, hope it's nothing serious but shows how we need a left back cos him and Kelly will pick up injuries.

[AlwaysBeClosing]

Is this on TV?

[SMD]

ESPN

[AlwaysBeClosing]

Balls.

[SMD]

I don't have ESPN.

[bradigor]

I like Carroll, he will do a massive job for us this season.

[glb]

I like Carroll, he will do a massive job for us this season.

He's got all the attributes to be as effective as Drogba. Plus Suarez and Carroll on song will be hellish to defend against.

[SMD]

Lucas

[bradigor]

Lucas

Fixed

[ras el hanout]

He's got all the attributes to be as effective as Drogba.

Let's not get carried away.

[glb]

Let's not get carried away.

Why not? Nothing wrong with looking at one of our players, seeing their attributes and thinking they could one day reach the level of another player.

[Takizawa]

Indeed, considering Drogba wasn't really 'Drogba' til he was 27/28, Carroll has plenty of time to improve too.

[ras el hanout]

Why not? Nothing wrong with looking at one of our players, seeing their attributes and thinking they could one day reach the level of another player.

I'm not sure they share many attributes apart from size. Drogba is was a fucking incredible player, if Carroll turns out to be half the player he'll still be very good.

[glb]

Sky are reporting a £6m fee has been agreed with Newcastle for Enrique. Medical today, grinning scarf hold outside Melwood to follow.

[ras el hanout]

Great if true!

[dogsout]

Indeed. Just a centre back now, please.

[DeNeo]

Official:

Liverpool FC confirmed today that they had agreed a fee with Newcastle United for the transfer of Jose Enrique.

The club have now been given permission to discuss personal terms with the player, who will travel to Liverpool to undergo a medical.

[SMD]

Indeed. Just a centre back and Mata now, please.

[Jamin]

Aye, fantastic signing. £6m is a good price too. He looked solid all last season and was their best player for me when we beat Newcastle 3 - 0 at Anfield.

[kiroquai]

Excellent news indeed. Am guessing we'll make a move for Dann or Cahill, either of those and I'm really happy with what we've got over the summer.