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-Taken from Liverpoolfc.tv-
Michael Owen'S Anfield future is in the balance after an 11th hour crisis in contract talks.
The Liverpool striker is unlikely to play in the Champions League qualifier against AK Graz unless his situation is resolved within the next 24 hours.
Owen continued negotiations about a new deal in New York last week and was close to agreeing terms, but it's believed clubs from abroad - including Barcelona - have shown late interest to sign him.
Real Madrid have also had a long-term interest in the striker.
The ECHO understands that's forced the 24-year-old into the biggest decision of his career.
He must either sign a new deal now or leave the club immediately to ensure Liverpool get a decent fee for his services.
Owen doesn't want to exit Liverpool on a free transfer, but unless he's sold before August 31 or signs the contract on offer, that's the only option left.
The timing of tomorrow's Champions League qualifier has created a major dilemma for both the player and his club.
Neither party wants Owen cup-tied because if contract talks break down after the fixture, both will lose out.
If Owen plays in Austria, he'll only be eligible to play in Europe for Liverpool this season. That will effectively end any possibility of him being transferred to a top continental club before next summer.
Any joy at keeping Owen for another season must be balanced by the fact Liverpool would then risk losing a £10m asset on a free Bosman transfer - unless the striker signs a new deal.
Rafael Benitez's first teamsheet for a competitive Liverpool match now promises to be one of his most important.
If Owen's name is on it, it indicates the forward will pledge his future to the club and sign fresh terms.
If the worst case scenario materialises and he isn't, an illustrious Anfield career could be coming to an end.
However, Benitez tried to play down the situation today, saying: "For me the most important thing is the match and I don't want to talk about individual players.
"Michael will travel with the team and I can use him if I want. I won't decide on the starting XI until half-an-hour before the match.
"I train with all the squad, not just 11 players and my job at the moment is simply to prepare the team for a big game tomorrow."
(Sorry for quoting the whole thing, it wouldn't let me link to the website)
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Basically, all this take of Owen leaving has started again; thing is this time, it'll seem like a much more "rushed" process, and we stand to only get a potential £10mil from any transfer!
Me personally; I'm confident of him staying, but I nevertheless hate stories like this, especially just before the start of a new season, and only 20-odd days before the Transfer Window closes.
Michael Owen'S Anfield future is in the balance after an 11th hour crisis in contract talks.
The Liverpool striker is unlikely to play in the Champions League qualifier against AK Graz unless his situation is resolved within the next 24 hours.
Owen continued negotiations about a new deal in New York last week and was close to agreeing terms, but it's believed clubs from abroad - including Barcelona - have shown late interest to sign him.
Real Madrid have also had a long-term interest in the striker.
The ECHO understands that's forced the 24-year-old into the biggest decision of his career.
He must either sign a new deal now or leave the club immediately to ensure Liverpool get a decent fee for his services.
Owen doesn't want to exit Liverpool on a free transfer, but unless he's sold before August 31 or signs the contract on offer, that's the only option left.
The timing of tomorrow's Champions League qualifier has created a major dilemma for both the player and his club.
Neither party wants Owen cup-tied because if contract talks break down after the fixture, both will lose out.
If Owen plays in Austria, he'll only be eligible to play in Europe for Liverpool this season. That will effectively end any possibility of him being transferred to a top continental club before next summer.
Any joy at keeping Owen for another season must be balanced by the fact Liverpool would then risk losing a £10m asset on a free Bosman transfer - unless the striker signs a new deal.
Rafael Benitez's first teamsheet for a competitive Liverpool match now promises to be one of his most important.
If Owen's name is on it, it indicates the forward will pledge his future to the club and sign fresh terms.
If the worst case scenario materialises and he isn't, an illustrious Anfield career could be coming to an end.
However, Benitez tried to play down the situation today, saying: "For me the most important thing is the match and I don't want to talk about individual players.
"Michael will travel with the team and I can use him if I want. I won't decide on the starting XI until half-an-hour before the match.
"I train with all the squad, not just 11 players and my job at the moment is simply to prepare the team for a big game tomorrow."
(Sorry for quoting the whole thing, it wouldn't let me link to the website)
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Basically, all this take of Owen leaving has started again; thing is this time, it'll seem like a much more "rushed" process, and we stand to only get a potential £10mil from any transfer!
Me personally; I'm confident of him staying, but I nevertheless hate stories like this, especially just before the start of a new season, and only 20-odd days before the Transfer Window closes.
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He was awesome. I couldn't choose between him and Figo for best right-winger in my time watching football. Beckham doesn't even come close.
If I had to order my favourite players...
1) Kanchelskis/Joe Cole
2) Mikey Owen
3) Maniche
4) Ryan Giggs
5) Stevie G
If I had to order my favourite players...
1) Kanchelskis/Joe Cole
2) Mikey Owen
3) Maniche
4) Ryan Giggs
5) Stevie G
Another Kanchelskis fan?
Must admit I loved watching him in his United days.
Must admit I loved watching him in his United days.
Joe Cole injured, Maniche still in Portugal, Owen might be leaving...
The start of the season just isn't going my way. Later we'll learn Stevie is still going to Chelsea, Ryan Giggs has retired and Kanchelskis has died. My football world would collapse.
The start of the season just isn't going my way. Later we'll learn Stevie is still going to Chelsea, Ryan Giggs has retired and Kanchelskis has died. My football world would collapse.
And any potential Champions League quarter finals or other cups.
I wouldn't say gone, but largely slimmed down, I'm expecting Owen and Cisse to be quite a force this season.
I wouldn't say gone, but largely slimmed down, I'm expecting Owen and Cisse to be quite a force this season.
He wouldn't, would we? After the confidence Rafa has shown in him and the hero-worship the fans give him, and the money spent on Cisse.
If he leaves...That's our chances of a top 3 spot gone.
If he leaves...That's our chances of a top 3 spot gone.
I believe he will aswell.
That's the main word we must use: BELIEVE.
Believe in anything, and it is possible. I'm just thankful though, that this is more believable than most things; like aliens, and a League-winning Spurs side.
That's the main word we must use: BELIEVE.
Believe in anything, and it is possible. I'm just thankful though, that this is more believable than most things; like aliens, and a League-winning Spurs side.
He'll sign.
*grabs car keys*
Oh yes, he'll sign.
*grabs car keys*
Oh yes, he'll sign.
-Taken from Liverpoolfc.tv-
Michael Owen'S Anfield future is in the balance after an 11th hour crisis in contract talks.
The Liverpool striker is unlikely to play in the Champions League qualifier against AK Graz unless his situation is resolved within the next 24 hours.
Owen continued negotiations about a new deal in New York last week and was close to agreeing terms, but it's believed clubs from abroad - including Barcelona - have shown late interest to sign him.
Real Madrid have also had a long-term interest in the striker.
The ECHO understands that's forced the 24-year-old into the biggest decision of his career.
He must either sign a new deal now or leave the club immediately to ensure Liverpool get a decent fee for his services.
Owen doesn't want to exit Liverpool on a free transfer, but unless he's sold before August 31 or signs the contract on offer, that's the only option left.
The timing of tomorrow's Champions League qualifier has created a major dilemma for both the player and his club.
Neither party wants Owen cup-tied because if contract talks break down after the fixture, both will lose out.
If Owen plays in Austria, he'll only be eligible to play in Europe for Liverpool this season. That will effectively end any possibility of him being transferred to a top continental club before next summer.
Any joy at keeping Owen for another season must be balanced by the fact Liverpool would then risk losing a £10m asset on a free Bosman transfer - unless the striker signs a new deal.
Rafael Benitez's first teamsheet for a competitive Liverpool match now promises to be one of his most important.
If Owen's name is on it, it indicates the forward will pledge his future to the club and sign fresh terms.
If the worst case scenario materialises and he isn't, an illustrious Anfield career could be coming to an end.
However, Benitez tried to play down the situation today, saying: "For me the most important thing is the match and I don't want to talk about individual players.
"Michael will travel with the team and I can use him if I want. I won't decide on the starting XI until half-an-hour before the match.
"I train with all the squad, not just 11 players and my job at the moment is simply to prepare the team for a big game tomorrow."
(Sorry for quoting the whole thing, it wouldn't let me link to the website)
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Basically, all this take of Owen leaving has started again; thing is this time, it'll seem like a much more "rushed" process, and we stand to only get a potential £10mil from any transfer!
Me personally; I'm confident of him staying, but I nevertheless hate stories like this, especially just before the start of a new season, and only 20-odd days before the Transfer Window closes.
Michael Owen'S Anfield future is in the balance after an 11th hour crisis in contract talks.
The Liverpool striker is unlikely to play in the Champions League qualifier against AK Graz unless his situation is resolved within the next 24 hours.
Owen continued negotiations about a new deal in New York last week and was close to agreeing terms, but it's believed clubs from abroad - including Barcelona - have shown late interest to sign him.
Real Madrid have also had a long-term interest in the striker.
The ECHO understands that's forced the 24-year-old into the biggest decision of his career.
He must either sign a new deal now or leave the club immediately to ensure Liverpool get a decent fee for his services.
Owen doesn't want to exit Liverpool on a free transfer, but unless he's sold before August 31 or signs the contract on offer, that's the only option left.
The timing of tomorrow's Champions League qualifier has created a major dilemma for both the player and his club.
Neither party wants Owen cup-tied because if contract talks break down after the fixture, both will lose out.
If Owen plays in Austria, he'll only be eligible to play in Europe for Liverpool this season. That will effectively end any possibility of him being transferred to a top continental club before next summer.
Any joy at keeping Owen for another season must be balanced by the fact Liverpool would then risk losing a £10m asset on a free Bosman transfer - unless the striker signs a new deal.
Rafael Benitez's first teamsheet for a competitive Liverpool match now promises to be one of his most important.
If Owen's name is on it, it indicates the forward will pledge his future to the club and sign fresh terms.
If the worst case scenario materialises and he isn't, an illustrious Anfield career could be coming to an end.
However, Benitez tried to play down the situation today, saying: "For me the most important thing is the match and I don't want to talk about individual players.
"Michael will travel with the team and I can use him if I want. I won't decide on the starting XI until half-an-hour before the match.
"I train with all the squad, not just 11 players and my job at the moment is simply to prepare the team for a big game tomorrow."
(Sorry for quoting the whole thing, it wouldn't let me link to the website)
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Basically, all this take of Owen leaving has started again; thing is this time, it'll seem like a much more "rushed" process, and we stand to only get a potential £10mil from any transfer!
Me personally; I'm confident of him staying, but I nevertheless hate stories like this, especially just before the start of a new season, and only 20-odd days before the Transfer Window closes.
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