Roy Hodgson To Receive '£40 million' Transfer Budget At Liverpool

Roy Hodgson will receive a £40 million transfer budget to re-build the Liverpool squad and avoid a repeat of last season's disappointing seventh-place finish.

Hodgson, who was recently confirmed as the replacement for Rafael Benitez, has been guaranteed £12million, which will rise to around £40m with the expected sales of Javier Mascherano and Albert Riera, according to the News of the World.

Hodgson will receive all of the funding from the transfers, though will not benefit from the £5.5m sale of Yossi Benayoun, with the money already put aside to pay off ex-manager Benitez and a £2m compensation bill to Fulham.

Rumoured targets include Ashley Young and Steven Taylor, though Hodgson faces a battle to keep captain Steven Gerard and striker Fernando Torres onside after Liverpool's torrid Premiership season.

The quality of any new signings will play a major factor in the battle to keep both players at Anfield, who are said to be unhappy with the club's inability to challenge for top honours.

Mascherano looks increasingly likely be sold to Barcelona rather than Inter Milan as a replacement for Yaya Toure, who recently joined Manchester City.

Meanwhile, Inter Milan are rumoured to be interested in Albert Riera, who failed to attend midweek pre-season training, reports the News of the World.

Hodgson is however determined to hold onto £20m signing Alberto Aquilani, despite the Italian's injury-hit début season with the Reds.

Liverpool Scare Off Inter Milan With £8 Million Lucas Leiva Valuation

According to the People, both Panathinaikos and Palermo have already had bids rejected by the Reds, but with Benitez a big supporter of the Brazil international he could find himself following his former manager to the San Siro this summer.

Benitez signed Lucas during his six year spell at Anfield and stood by the former Gremio man when he was singled out for abuse from supporters following some poor individual performances.

Liverpool are said to be attempting to raise much needed funds for new manager Roy Hodgson to rebuild the side before next season, and the selling spree could begin with Lucas.

However, the Merseysiders will not want to lose Lucas, who made 32 Premier League starts last season, on the cheap and look set to be holding out for a big offer before offloading their unsettled star.

Ayala Heading Back To Spain

Liverpool defender Dani Ayala is set for a season-long loan move to Spanish second division club Real Valladolid, with a view to a permanent move.

The youngster joined the Anfield club from Sevilla back in September 2007 and Reds reserve team coach John McMahon claimed that the 19-year-old had all the attributes to succeed.

However, the hot Spanish prospect only has one year left on his contract and, following Rafa Benitez's move to Spain, he is now excited to be possibly returning to his homeland with Valladolid, who were relegated from La Liga last season.

"Right now I am waiting to see what my future is because I don't know what will happen now Benitez has left. I am happy at Liverpool but I would be very excited to play in Spain," he said in The People.

Ayala made five appearances for Liverpool last season, starting two games, against Stoke and Burnley.

Dirk Kuyt Close To Fulfilling Lifelong Dream At World Cup

Dirk Kuyt admits he has dreamt of playing in a World Cup final all his life, but the Holland and Liverpool winger knows he needs to put those thoughts aside and focus on the job ahead.

The hard-working 29-year-old has been a key player for Holland and is certain to take his place in the starting line-up against Uruguay in their World Cup semi-final on Tuesday.

He said the whole team was excited at still being in the tournament, but they were not getting carried away at the prospect of meeting either Germany or Spain in the decider.

"We are all so happy and we know how close we are to getting to the final," he told the Liverpool website.

"This is something we have dreamed about our whole lives but we know that we have got to be careful and everyone expects us to get there now.

"We have got a lot of hard work to do. We have got to make sure we stick together and not get too carried away because the semi-final will be the hardest game we play. But we have got a fantastic opportunity."

Kuyt, who blossomed at Feyenoord where he scored 83 goals in 122 matches, moved to Liverpool in 2006 and said he was looking forward to working with new manager Roy Hodgson.

"It is good news that everything is sorted out," said Kuyt after Hodgson agreed a three-year deal with the club last week to replace Rafael Benitez.

"I haven't spoken to the manager yet because everyone at Liverpool wanted me to prepare for Holland's game but I'm looking forward to speaking to him."

Hodgson has taken steps to introduce himself to all members of the Liverpool squad, including those still on World Cup duty, which include Kuyt and fellow Dutchman Ryan Babel.

Fernando Torres 'Happy' With Roy Hodgson's Appointment As Liverpool Manager

Liverpool striker Fernando Torres has declared that he is happy with the arrival of Roy Hodgson as manager at Anfield.

The Spain star hopes that the former Fulham manager can provide the Reds with the kind of stability and guidance that they have seemingly been lacking for a while now.

"I was happy he got the job," Torres told reporters.

"I haven't had a chat with him yet but I will talk with him soon and we will see his ideas about the future.

"He did really well at Fulham and I am sure he can do better for Liverpool. He is a very good manager. Hopefully he will be the right man to give Liverpool the opportunity to be strong again."

Rumours persist that Torres is set to leave Liverpool this summer, with Manchester City said to be keeping a close eye on his situation.

The player insisted that his situation would be discussed after Spain's World Cup campaign is over.

"I have a contract so it is the reality now. My future is here [at the World Cup] now," he said.

"South Africa is too important to think after that. I'm sure I will talk with him soon."

Roy Hodgson Opens Door For Brede Hangeland's Move To Arsenal

Roy Hodgson has ruled himself out of signing any players from Fulham - including defender Brede Hangeland - leaving the way clear for Arsenal to swoop for the highly-rated central defender.

After quitting Craven Cottage to take over at Liverpool last week, it was widely reported Hodgson would look to 'raid' his former club for several players - including Hangeland, who had also followed the experienced coach from Norwegian club Viking to west London in 2008.

However, Hodgson has categorically ruled out any talk of poaching Fulham's stars as he looks to build a Liverpool squad in his image - saying it was one of the pledges he had made to Mohamed al Fayed when the Fulham chairman allowed him to leave for Anfield.

'I won't be raiding Fulham,' he said.

'I've made that commitment to the club, who were good enough, albeit reluctantly, to allow me to speak to Liverpool and take the job here.

'I have great respect for everyone there, I had magnificent support from the chairman Mr Al Fayed and the chief executive.

'And the one thing I made clear to the [Liverpool] chairman is that I certainly don't want to go in and raid Fulham FC because that wouldn't be the right thing to do.'

Hodgson's pledge leaves the way open for Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger to approach the Cottagers over Hangeland - who is reportedly considering his future at the club in the light of the former coach's departure.

The Gunners are in desperate need of reinforcements at the back following the release of out-of-contract defenders William Gallas and Mikael Silvestre, and a likely move to Celtic for veteran Sol Campbell.

Hodgson has so far refused to be drawn on the question of potential transfers to Liverpool, although speculation suggests he could be handed a £40million transfer kitty to begin restructuring the squad.

However, he has already made clear he wants to keep senior players such as Steven Gerrard and Jamie Carragher - not to mention top-rated striker Fernando Torres, who is again being linked with a move to another Premier League side thought to be Chelsea.

'I'll have to deal with the question of the sort of players we will be signing to a later date,' Hodgson added.

'I need to sit down with the coaches and the chief executive and discuss things first.'

Torres May Leave - Agent

Fernando Torres' agent has refused to commit his client's long-term future to Liverpool.

Although the Spain international is contracted to the Anfield club until 2013 Rafa Benitez's summer exit has raised question marks.

Torres is currently in South Africa preparing for a World Cup semi-final against Germany, although his form to date this summer has been below par.

The 26-year-old was thought to be a target for Barcelona, but agent Jose Antonio Martin has ruled out that possibility after they signed David Villa.

Martin believes, if anything, Torres will remain in the Premier League, but not necessarily with The Reds, sparking rumours of a possible move to Chelsea.

"Barcelona have signed David Villa and now they want to invest the money they have in other players," he told the Daily Mail.

"It is very likely that Fernando Torres will stay in the Premier League, but I cannot say that it will be with Liverpool.

"We are working on his future but right now you cannot guarantee that he will stay with the English club."

Albert Riera Will Be Given The Chance To Resurrect His Liverpool FC Career

Albert Riera will be offered the chance to revive his Liverpool career today.

New manager Roy Hodgson has pledged to give every player the opportunity to prove they have a future at the club.

The controversial winger was thought to be surplus to requirements after a spectacular fall-out with former manager Rafa Benitez last season.

Frustrated by a lack of first team opportunities, the Spain international criticised Benitez’s management style and labelled the club a ‘sinking ship’.

Riera’s incredible outburst saw him suspended and fined two weeks wages after which he was frozen out at Liverpool before also missing out on Spain’s World Cup squad.

It has been a miserable year for the former Manchester City winger but now Riera will get his chance to impress the new boss, who has suggested everyone will start with a clean slate.

“Whenever a new manager comes in, players who have been on the periphery start to see it and maybe think ‘this may be my chance, I’ll have a go’,” said Hodgson

“You’d be foolish as a manager not to give them that chance.”

A minor knee injury prevented Riera from reporting back for the start of pre-season training last week.

Instead he was given Thursday and Friday off by the club and is expected at Melwood today where he will meet Hodgson.

Italian giants Juventus are thought to be interested in Riera, as are La Liga side Mallorca who could try to tempt the 28-year-old back to the ONO Estadi where he began his career.

Riera joined Liverpool from Espanyol for £8million in summer 2008 but has failed to make an impact, scoring just five goals.

He made 28 Premier League appearances in his first season on Merseyside but just 12 last term before falling out of favour after an alleged training ground bust-up with another player and a move to Spartak Moscow fell through in April leaving Riera in limbo.

Since then the player has backtracked on his ‘sinking ship’ jibe insisting he wants to remain at Anfield.

“This was a difficult year for me and for Liverpool,” said Riera last month.

“Sincerely, if I can, I would like to remain at Liverpool because this club is a top one.”

That decision is now with Hodgson, though the Reds boss will probably have to offload players before he can start to shape his own squad.

Although chairman Martin Broughton has claimed the club do not need to raise money from player sales to alleviate the club’s debts, Hodgson will begin his tenure with a modest transfer kitty of around £12million.

Hodgson said last week that he will ‘fight tooth and nail’ to keep Liverpool’s best players at the club but will also know that he will have to raise funds if he is to secure his top transfer targets.

Roy: How Reds Inspired Me

Roy Hodgson has revealed how Liverpool's legendary 'pass and move' brand of football helped inspire his managerial style.

The newly-installed Reds boss admits watching the club during the trophy-laden decade of the 1970s shaped his approach to coaching.

Now Hodgson hopes to implement a similar style at Anfield once again as he begins his Liverpool tenure.

"All the things I've always liked are the things Liverpool were famous for in their heyday," he said.

"Pass and move, always move it quickly and once you lose it get back in to position.

"That was the mantra which took Liverpool through their great years.

"I like a high-tempo passing game. I like players to work hard, I like players to get back in position. Those are my principles. I was influenced by the Liverpool team which dominated the 70s with all its great players and playing the football they played.

"Also the Arsenal team of 1970-71 with Don Howe, who I thought was an exceptional coach, and the Chelsea team around about the same era of Dave Sexton.

"All those teams, for me, played football the way I was hoping to coach a football team to play.

"And they're also teams who had great success in playing that way and had managers and coaches who I as a young coach thought I could learn from."

Hodgson also pledged not to become involved in any mind games with other managers, describing such ploys as 'nonsense'.

"I must say I've always believed you don't have battles with other managers," he stated.

"Football teams have battles with other football teams, clubs have battles with other clubs and I've never subscribed to that theory that it's me and you.

"I used to find it quite ridiculous in Italy when they used to compare your record against another manager. It's nonsense.

"If you happen to be manager of a club who is fighting for survival against a club which wins the title every year, the chances are that in the battles you've had he's won one and you've won five. That's the way it goes."

Roy Fears For Fergie Friendship

New Liverpool manager Roy Hodgson is concerned that he may have placed his 'excellent relationship' with Sir Alex Ferguson in jeopardy by moving to Anfield.

The former Fulham boss is fretting over making a first phone call to the Manchester United chief since being unveiled on Merseyside on Thursday.

Liverpool and United are arch-rivals and Hodgson fears that it could put a strain on his friendship with Ferguson.

The Reds boss said: "I know Sir Alex is not really a Liverpool man so I'm a bit concerned about my excellent relationship with him.

"I hope he forgives me for moving north and, hopefully, we can have a glass of wine together, maybe in secret.

"I hope that's how he is going to see it but he is one of the people I intend to ring to find out.

"When I rang the Fulham chairman to say I wished to move to Liverpool, that was one call I had to get out of the way and Alex might be the next one.

"I must say I've always believed you don't have battles with other managers.

"Football teams have battles with other football teams, clubs have battles with other clubs and I've never subscribed to that theory that it's me and you.

"I used to find it quite ridiculous in Italy when they used to compare your record against another manager. It's nonsense.

"If you happen to be manager of a club who is fighting for survival against a club which wins the title every year, the chances are that in the battles you've had he's won one and you've won five. That's the way it goes."

Meanwhile, Hodgson has indicated that he will be prepared to offer fringe players in his inherited squad the chance to impress.

He said: "Whenever a new manager comes in, players who have been on the periphery start to see it and maybe think, 'this could be my chance, I'll have a go'.

"You'd be foolish as a manager not to give them that chance."

Inter Wait On Mascherano

Inter Milan sports director Marco Branca has seemingly dismissed the suggestion that the club would need to sell in order to buy Liverpool midfielder Javier Mascherano.

The Argentina captain, who played in Saturday's World Cup quarter-final against Germany, seems set to leave Anfield and he has been persistently linked with the European champions.

Mascherano's arrival at Inter has increased in probability after the Italians appointed former Liverpool manager Rafa Benitez as their new boss earlier in the summer as a successor to Jose Mourinho.

It has, though, been speculated that Benitez would have to sell members of his squad in order to raise funds to meet the asking price of the defensive midfielder.

But Branca has played down these reports, telling La Gazzetta dello Sport when quizzed on the subject: "It is not said that someone will leave.

"We are waiting in a long market with long negotiations. Without a serious offer (for a member of the Inter squad), we will stay as we are."

Roy Hodgson Will Make Newcastle United's Steven Taylor His First Signing

Liverpool manager Roy Hodgson has targeted Newcastle United centre-back Steven Taylor as the man around which to rebuild the Red's defence.

According to the Sunday Mirror, the new Anfield boss will attempt to make Taylor his first signing since taking over, with a £5 million bid believed to be in the offing.

Early negotiations are already thought to have taken place between Taylor's representatives and the Merseysiders.

With Newcastle having gained promotion back to the Premier League this season, Taylor is believed to be waiting to hear future plans from the Toon hierarchy before making a decision on his future.

United have previously stated they do not intend to splash out lavish amounts of money this summer, something that Taylor is believed to be concerned about by their lack of ambition.

It's thought the 24-year-old defender would favour a move to Liverpool, despite interest from several Premier League clubs including Arsenal and Aston Villa.

Taylor has just one year left on his current deal and Newcastle may be forced to listen to offers to avoid losing him for nothing next summer.

The Magpies' youth product could begin pre-contract talks and agree a deal with Liverpool in January should Newcastle fail to tie him down.

It is also speculated that Hodgson is attempting to prise Brede Hangeland from his former employers in a £7m bid.

Hodgson believes his close relationship with the Norwegian should rush through a move and having taken Phillippe Senderos to Craven Cottage before his departure, the Cottagers may be willing to listen to offers.

Kop Eye Ivory Coast Star As Benayoun Replacement

New Liverpool boss Roy Hodgson is weighing up making a move for Ivory Coast star Gervinho now that Yossi Benayoun has completed his £6million move to Chelsea.

The ex-Fulham manager is looking to strengthen his squad and was keeping tabs on the pacy winger during the World Cup.

He is considering making a bid for the Lille man, though the French club will have to lower their asking price of £10m.

Hodgson would not be willing to pay more than £8m for the 23-year-old, who cost Lille £6.5m just a year ago.

But Gervinho would fill the gap left by Benayoun if the Israeli does, as expected, complete his switch with the clubs reported to have agreed a deal before Hodgson’s arrival.

Villa Winger Young Tops Hodgson's Liverpool Target List

The inevitable speculation over Roy Hodgson's first Liverpool signing has begun with Aston Villa's Ashley Young reportedly top of the list.

24 year-old Young has impressed at Villa Park since arriving from Watford in 2006 and enjoyed another good season, scoring five goals and contributing eight assists for Martin O’Neill’s side. Young has already won seven England caps and was considered an outside bet for Fabio Capello’s World Cup squad.

The Mail on Sunday speculates that winger Young is at the top of Hodgson's most wanted list, particularly given that he is an English player.

The new Liverpool boss hinted that he will prioritize bringing English signings to Anfield, saying, "We would be foolish not to be aware of the importance of homegrown players with the way UEFA and Premier League rules are going. Otherwise we're going to struggle to get our squad numbers together.

"I think the club has been trying to do that already with younger players like Jonjo Shelvey and Raheem Sterling but it takes time for them to come through so we might have to go into the transfer market."

Young has previously been linked with a move to Manchester City and even Barcelona. Although Aston Villa enjoyed a good season, it remains unclear whether O'Neill will have to sell players before he can make significant summer purchases. Hodgson himself would likely be forced to sell players before being able to bring the likes of Young to Liverpool.

Liverpool Boss Hodgson Set To Offload Mascherano For Transfer Fund

Roy Hodgson is likely to have to sell before he is able to make significant signings at Liverpool with Javier Mascherano the likeliest big name Anfield exit.

According to the News of the World, Hodgson has been given £12million to spend but will have to raise funds from future sales in order to add to his kitty. Apparently, the £5.5million received by Liverpool from Chelsea for Yossi Benayoun will not be reinvested in players, but will instead go towards paying off former manager Rafa Benitez and compensating Fulham for Hodgson's departure.

Albert Riera is likely to leave Liverpool, having repeatedly criticized the club and failed to so far return to pre-season training. However, the Spanish winger is unlikely to attract big money offers.

The News of the World claim that Hodgson will do what he can to keep Steven Gerrard and Fernando Torres at the club, with the pair prepared to remain at Anfield for the coming few weeks in order to see what progress Hodgson makes.

Argentina captain Mascherano is therefore the most likely star to leave Liverpool in order to raise funds. The midfielder is rumoured to be a prime transfer target for Barcelona, especially given that Yaya Toure has just finalized a move to Manchester City, leaving room for another defensive midfielder at the Nou Camp.

Steven Gerrard Calls On Fifa To Reopen Goalline Technology Debate

Steven Gerrard has called for the introduction of goal line technology in the wake of England's World Cup exit at the hands of Germany. England were wrongly not awarded a goal in their last-16 match, when Frank Lampard's potential equalizer was ruled out despite clearly crossing the line – although they were eventually well beaten by the semi-finalists.

During the Europa League, Uefa experimented with extra officials behind the goals and the England captain, Gerrard, who experienced the system with Liverpool, believes that is the minimum that should have been in operation in South Africa.

"It was a success then," he said. "Why not use the same system at the World Cup? If there had been a linesman behind the German goal then maybe England would still be in the World Cup."

Gerrard believes players should have more influence in rule changes. "When these decisions are made they are always made by officials," he said. "They don't play the game, do they?

"The decision not to award Frank's goal was a shocker. I was 25 yards out and I could see clearly that it was over the line, so I can't understand why the linesman didn't give it. He was a good 20 yards behind play, which is disappointing at this level, and I hope it opens the debate up again about goal line technology.

"Fifa have to look at it now because what happened with us was scary. It just isn't good enough. My opinion is that goal-line technology should be brought in and I know I'm not alone in thinking that.

"We have seen a lot of rule changes over the years – most of them good – but I can't understand why there is so much opposition to this technology because we are talking about decisions that can decide things as big as the World Cup.

"What will happen is the decision will be made by people who don't play the game and who aren't affected by these mistakes. Why aren't the players ever asked? I'm sure that most of them would vote for goal line technology to be introduced."

Jamie Carragher: I'm Focussing On Liverpool

Jamie Carragher has confirmed his return to the England set-up for the World Cup was a 'one-off' as he plans to focus all his energies on Liverpool for the coming season.

The Reds vice-captain was coaxed out of international retirement by manager Fabio Capello for the South Africa tournament.

However, Carragher admits he is unlikely to figure for the Three Lions again and will instead strive to do all he can to help new Anfield boss Roy Hodgson bring success to Anfield.

"This was a one-off thing," said Carragher. "The manager said he had a few injuries and I came into the squad and helped.

"I was delighted with the opportunity to play in a World Cup and work with Capello but I have always said the most important thing for me is Liverpool Football Club.

"We have a new boss now in Roy Hodgson and I want to do everything I can to help him and help the club get back up where we belong."

Spain Still Counting On Seeing Best Of Torres

Spain is still hoping to see the best of out-of-sorts striker Fernando Torres at the World Cup, according to coach Vicente del Bosque.

Torres returned from knee surgery shortly before the tournament in South Africa and turned in another lacklustre performance for the European champions in Saturday's 1-0 win over Paraguay before being substituted shortly after halftime.

Strike partner David Villa again overshadowed the Liverpool forward, scoring an 83rd-minute winner to set up a last-four clash against Germany, whom Spain beat 1-0 in the final of Euro 2008 with a Torres goal.

"He (Torres) is in good shape physically and in his defence you have to say that the team didn't really string together their attacks well," Del Bosque said at a news conference after his side kept alive their hopes of a first World Cup triumph.

"We are satisfied with his work and his attitude and we are hoping for the best of him in our next matches," he added.

While Torres has yet to find the net in any of Spain's games, Villa took his tally to five in five for the tournament and now has 43 goals in 63 appearances, one short of Raul's national scoring record of 44 in 102 matches.

Looking ahead to the match against Germany in Durban on Wednesday, Spain captain and goalkeeper Iker Casillas said Joachim Loew's prolific side, who thumped Argentina 4-0 in their quarter-final after thrashing England 4-1, were the best at the World Cup.

"They proved that against both Argentina and England and I think we have to show them maximum respect," Casillas, who saved a Paraguay penalty in a dramatic second half at Johannesburg's Ellis Park, told reporters.

"It won't be an easy match and they will be out for revenge after the European Championship," he added. "But we'll stand up to them."

Torres added: "I am a great follower of German soccer and always have been.

"For me, they are a great side and we'll have to be prepared as we haven't had a match as tough yet."

Pepe Reina Told Me Where Oscar Cardozo Was Going To Shoot - Casillas

Hailed as one of the heroes of Spain's triumph over Paraguay following some crucial saves, including stopping a penalty, Spanish goalkeeper and captain Iker Casillas has deflected the credit, instead dedicating his save to second-string 'keeper Pepe Reina.

"Reina told me where he [Cardozo] would shoot. He is phenomenal", said the Real Madrid 'keeper of his Liverpool counterpart.

Shortly after saving the spot-kick, San Iker could be seen pointing to the sideline, presumably at Reina, in appreciation of the tip-off.

The Spanish captain praised his team for their hard-fought win against Paraguay, but also remained cautious ahead of the semi-final tie against Germany. "This team has a lot of quality and can go very far. But we have to be careful because Germany has a great team and we need to have respect for them".

Living in the moment though, the euphoric Casillas emphasized the importance of Spain's historic progression to the semi-finals, especially for Spanish fans.

He continued: "We have superseded a psychological barrier and now we are going for it all."

"Turkish delight" Favours Liverpool Switch Over Spurs

Galatasaray winger Arda Turan has revealed that his priority this summer is to move to Liverpool. The Reds announced that Turan is eager to join the new era at Anfield, while Tottenham Hotspur boss Harry Redknapp and Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger are also monitoring developments.

Turan has been consistently linked with a move to the Premier League with Liverpool, Arsenal and Tottenham the reported chasing pack. The 23-year-old admitted in January that it was his ‘dream’ to play for Liverpool issuing a come-and-get-me plea to the Kop. However, the rumours over the Spaniard’s future had cast doubts over whether the Merseyside club would make a move for the Turkish international. However Turkish reports this morning suggest that Liverpool and newly installed manager Roy Hodgson are the front-runners for the player’s signature, while concerns over the futures of Steven Gerrard, Javier Maschernao, Fernando Torres, and Yossi Benayoun continue to manifest. Spurs and Arsenal are considered to be monitoring the situation, although the Gunners are rank outsiders for the Turkish international with Spurs and Harry Redknapp considered the main challenge to Hodgson landing Turan.

Reports last month suggested that Tottenham Hotspur manager Harry Redknapp was ready to offer Mexican midfielder Giovanni Dos Santos plus an undisclosed sum for Arda Turan; a deal which the Turkish giants were planning to reject. Meanwhile Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is dealing with the Cesc Fabregas situation while making strengthening his leaky defensive a priority. Turan has been consistent and vocal in his ambition to play for Liverpool, stating on several occasions in the Turkish media that if he left Gala his ideal destination would be Liverpool.