Kuyt: I wasn't forced out by Rodgers

Forward makes surprise move as new boss clears decks for summer of signings

 

Wembley winner: Dirk Kuyt celebrates after scoring in the Carling Cup win over Cardiff

Dirk Kuyt has denied he was forced out of Liverpool by new boss Brendan Rodgers - insisting he was desperate to join Fenerbahce.
The 31-year-old has joined the Turkish giants on a three-year contract, ending his six-year spell on Merseyside.
Kuyt said:  "After six years I am ready for a new challenge," Kuyt said. "The appointment of the new coach has nothing to do with it. But when Fenerbahce came to me and made their ambitions known, from the first moment I was sold. They give me the confidence that I lost."
Kuyt, who had a year to run on his Anfield contract, had been expected to leave Merseyside this summer after a season in which he scored just two Premier League goals.
He claimed last week he had attracted interest from a host of clubs across Europe.

Liverpool star Bellamy launches club's new jersey in Singapore

   

Liverpool soccer player Craig Bellamy wears the 2012/2013 Liverpool FC home kit on Friday, June 1, 2012 in Singapore.

Liverpool star Craig Bellamy is in town to launch the club's new home jersey with United States sportswear company Warrior Sports. The 32-year-old striker donned the Reds' re-designed kit for the first time at the Fullerton Hotel this afternoon. The former Welsh captain kicked balls from the second floor of the hotel onto a bumboat stationed on the Singapore River.

Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers to 'fight for success in the city'

New Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers has promised he will "fight for his life" to bring success and ultimately the title to Anfield.

Rodgers, 39, was confirmed as Kenny Dalglish's successor at Anfield after Liverpool and his club Swansea agreed a compensation deal.
"I promise I'll fight for my life and for the people in this city," said the Northern Irishman.

Liverpool boss Rodgers 'Proud' to Succeed Kenny Daglish 

Liverpool have confirmed that Brendan Rodgers is their new manager after agreeing a compensation package with Swansea. More
Brendan Rodgers has revealed his pride at being appointed manager of Liverpool.The 39-year-old left Swansea for Anfield after a compensation package was agreed between the two clubs.
"I'm very proud, it's a club with wonderful tradition and I feel very blessed with the opportunity to manage the club," Rodgers said at his unveiling on Friday morning.

Premier League - Rodgers 'appointed Liverpool manager'

Wed, 30 May 16:38:00 2012

Liverpool have reportedly appointed Swansea City's Brendan Rodgers on a three-year deal.

It is believed Rodgers met with Liverpool's owners on Wednesday and that a three-year deal has been agreed with the man who took Swansea to 11th place this season.
Though Wigan manager Roberto Martinez also held talks with Fenway Sports Group in Miami, Rodgers is now expected to replace Kenny Dalglish at Anfield.
The Northern Irishman led Swansea City to promotion last summer and the Welsh club thrived in the Premier League, winning a legion of admirers thanks to a fluid passing game that has drawn comparisons with Barcelona.

30 May 2012

Brendan Rodgers agrees deal to become new Liverpool manager

Brendan Rodgers has agreed a deal to become the new manager of Liverpool Football Club.

The 39-year-old is understood to have agreed a three-year contract at Anfield and his appointment is likely to be officially confirmed within 24 hours.