Wednesday, November 09, 2011

Liverpool In Shock Approach For Prolific Barcelona Striker

Sensational reports from Spain have emerged today suggesting that David Villa has become unsettled at Barcelona and is looking for an exit from the Nou Camp.

What is more, radio station Cadena Ser has revealed that both Liverpool and Chelsea have approached the Catalan giants about their prolific frontman, whose phenomenal international scoring record – 50 goals in 80 appearances – speaks for itself.

It is thought that Villa’s unrest has come from Pep Guardiola’s commitment to deploying him on the flanks in order to accommodate Lionel Messi.

Though the 29 year-old has adapted to the role well, scoring 30 goals in 69 games across all competitions, he would prefer the central role that he has enjoyed both at his previous club Valencia, before leaving the Mestalla in the summer of 2009 for €40 million, and with Spain.

Having seen his side stutter to a 0-0 draw against Swansea at the weekend, a match characterized by Liverpool’s inability to put together many penetrative attacks, Kenny Dalglish will have pondered a move for a high-profile goalscorer.

In January last year, the Scottish manager proved that he is not shy of splashing the cash in order to bolster his attacking options, bringing in both Andy Carroll and Luis Suarez into his squad at a combined weight of around £60 million.

An astronomical fee in the same region would be needed to prise Villa away from La Liga but the instinct he would certainly bring to Anfield may make such a coup worthwhile.

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