Guess who's cutting in for Dirk Kuyt
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According to newspaper reports in the UK today, Chelsea have approached Feyenoord to discuss a possible move for Liverpool target Dirk Kuyt.
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It is claimed that Jose Mourinho sees Kuyt as the ideal replacement for Hernan Crespo.
Liverpool tabled a fresh bid for the striker recently and it was hoped that he would be Anfield bound within the next week as negotiations had been going well.
However, if reports of Chelsea's interest are true, Liverpool will have to pull out of the race to sign him because Feyenoord will increase the asking price rather than negotiate it down.
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chelsea is scared
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Didn't Chelsea knew that Carlos Tevez might be interested in coming to EPL? One Argentinian for another.
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Spoil market.
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Those busturds at it again.
But bo bian, anyone is free to bid for any player..
Its a fair playing field in the market..
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02 August 2006 - Souce From KopTalk
Liverpool are preparing to table a fresh bid for Feyenoord hitman Dirk Kuyt.
The highly-rated striker has told his current employers that he wants to make the switch to Anfield despite genuine interest from Old Trafford.
Reds boss Rafael Benitez is confident of landing Kuyt although he doesn't directly mention his name. Naturally his words could apply to anyone but it's no secret that the 26-year-old is Rafa's top target.
Rafa said: "We're continuing to work. Maybe it's too late for the Champions League qualification round, but there is one month left and thatgives us the time to sign the player we need.
"I think we still need an extra striker, just in case. I'm happy with the strikers we have but I think we need another and I'm confident we'll sign one."
Both clubs have so far failed to agree a fee for the player but Liverpool are prepared to up their most recent offer.
We've tried to get some quotes from the player's agent Rob Jansen but he's chosen not to go on record with anything relating to his client at this time. That could change though so look out for him resurfacing soon.
Chelsea's recent link with Kuyt appears to be idle speculation which has either been fed out by Stamford Bridge insiders or Feyenoord themselves. If Chelsea were genuinely interest the fee would rise and that would end our interest. Feyenoord could have fed this claim out to try and put pressure on us to meet their asking price. -
Kyut will sign for Liverpool !
Kyut is a Liverpool fan , not Chelsea .
He favour a move , $$$ as the only stumbling block .
Fowler , Crouch , Sinama , Bellamy , Kyut
Bright scoring future for Liverpool ! -
koyok all set to wear red already...hopefully it's a good patch!
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Its newcastle who's interested.
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Liverpool have confirmed they have agreed a fee with Feyenoord for Dirk Kuyt.
The Reds have been chasing the Dutchman all summer and have finally agreed a deal with Feyenoord.
Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez has admitted he was looking for one more striker after letting Djibril Cisse and Fernando Morientes leave Anfield this summer and it appears he has got his man.
A number of clubs including Newcastle were keen on Kuyt, but Liverpool look to be on the verge of landing the prolific forward.
Kuyt is expected on Merseyside later on Thursday to undergo a medical and discuss personal terms.
The 26-year-old admitted it would be a dream to join the Premiership giants.
"For me, Liverpool is sure to be the dream club I was looking for," said Kuyt.
"There was more interest from abroad, but for me there was nothing of the calibre of Liverpool, a brilliant club with an enormous reputation, fantastic support and a fabulous history. It is an honour to play for a club like that."
Feyenoord chairman Jorien Van den Herik revealed the club did everything to keep Kuyt at De Kuip, but could not stand in his way of a dream move to Liverpool.
"We did everything we could to keep Dirk at Feyenoord," said Van den Herik. "We went a long way to doing that and Dirk was open to that, but we knew that the chance was he would leave if his dream club came in. Liverpool is his dream club.
"Many clubs have tried to contact Dirk over the recent period, but he's said no to clubs every time because they were not appealing enough despite there being many renowned clubs among them.
"That characterises Dirk's attitude: either Feyenoord or my dream club." -
From LFC's official website:
"The 26 year old, who played for Holland in their 4-0 victory over Republic of Ireland in Dublin last night, will undergo a medical on Merseyside but is yet to agree personal terms with the club." -
From Koptalk:
Feyenoord striker Dirk Kuyt has arrived at Melwood to undergo a medical ahead of his proposed switch to the Reds.
The highly-rated Dutch hitman has agreed personal terms and he's expected to complete his move later today in time to be in the squad for the trip to Sheffield United.
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Latest news from Koptalk:
Feyenoord chairman Jorien Van den Herik says he's sad to see Dirk Kuyt leave for Liverpool but he says he couldn't stand in the way of the player's wish to further his career.
News are flying in fast eh?
The Dutch hitman is currently on Merseyside undergoing a medical and he should sign his 4-year contract later today, with the blessing of his former employers.
Van den Herik said: "We did everything we could to keep Dirk at Feyenoord.
"We went a long way to do that and Dirk was open to that, but we knew that the chance was he would leave if his dream club came in. Liverpool, that too was known, was and is his dream club.
"Many clubs have tried to contract Dirk over the recent period, but he's said no to clubs every time because they were not appealing enough, despite there being some very renowned clubs among them. That characterises Dirk's attitude: either Feyenoord or my dream club.
"All parties have kept their promises, and the response was always no up to now, but when Liverpool came knocking with a serious offer we knew that a transfer was an option.
"It is a pity for Feyenoord, but we do not begrudge him this step.
"We have to be thankful to Dirk for his effort and loyalty to Feyenoord and its supporters. He deserves respect and a big farewell from Feyenoord and we hope that he returns to De Kuip after his foreign career." -
something to cheer about?
actually, i am in 2 minds....