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Scouser_Dave · 17-10-2008, 04:44 PM

Bruce hopes to keep Heskey
Wigan boss hopes striker's ambitions can be satisfied at JJB

Steve Bruce insists he has not given up hope of persuading Emile Heskey to sign a new contract at Wigan Athletic.

Heskey's current deal expires at the end of the season and he has put a decision on his future at the JJB Stadium on the back-burner.

He has been linked with former club Liverpool, along with Aston Villa, after admitting he would relish the chance to play UEFA Champions League football again.

However, after re-establishing himself as a starter in the England team, Wigan boss Bruce hopes that Heskey will see the sense in signing a new deal.

Talisman

"We all know that he is out of contract at the end of the season, but he doesn't owe this club, in my opinion, a penny because he's justified why he's been here," said Bruce on Sky Sports News.

"He's been a talisman. Before I came here, when they beat Sheffield United in that game (on the final day of the 2006/07 season), in particular, I was watching from afar and Emile Heskey gave an unbelievable performance and almost single-handedly kept the club in the Premier League.

"He doesn't owe the club anything, but we still hope, and I'm not giving up hope, that we can persuade him (to stay).

"He's well liked and respected here. He plays every week to his strengths and I've not given up hope because you hear all these reports that he's going to clear off, but we'll try our best to try and keep him if we can."

Bruce accepts Heskey has the right to decide his future, but feels the 30-year-old's prospects of playing at the 2010 World Cup could be best served by staying at Wigan.

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suggs · 17-10-2008, 04:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Scouser_Dave

There is stories linking us with Robben as well. Dont know if there is any truth in it, probably not

it could well be true, i hear that he's not happy at real, not sure if thats true but if it is then we could well see rafa putting in a bid

Scouser_Dave · 17-10-2008, 04:59 PM

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Originally Posted by suggs

it could well be true, i hear that he's not happy at real, not sure if thats true but if it is then we could well see rafa putting in a bid

Do you want a game on Fifa mate?

suggs · 17-10-2008, 05:02 PM

yeah sure, you may stuff me because ive been playing BAP online lately, give me 5 min to set up, ill meet you in the USA east lobby

Scouser_Dave · 17-10-2008, 05:03 PM

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Originally Posted by suggs

yeah sure, you may stuff me because ive been playing BAP online lately, give me 5 min to set up, ill meet you in the USA east lobby

Alright lad

suggs · 17-10-2008, 07:32 PM

Wigan striker Emile Heskey would welcome a return to Liverpool if the Reds make a move for him.

Recent speculation has linked England international Heskey, who spent four years at Anfield between 2000 and 2004 under former manager Gerard Houllier, with a January move back to Merseyside.

The 30-year-old is out of contract at the end of the season and has yet to indicate a desire to sign a new deal at the JJB Stadium, which has alerted a number of clubs to a possible cut-price transfer in the New Year window.
And Heskey - who played a pivotal role in helping Liverpool secure a famous knock-out cup treble in 2001 - has now admitted that he would relish a working reunion with the likes of Steven Gerrard and Jamie Carragher.
"When you are performing well speculation will come around," Heskey told Radio Five Live.
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"A move to Liverpool would be lovely. Who knows what will happen. Let's see how it goes. "Everyone wants to play in Europe at the highest level.
"Everyone knows that I'm in the last year of my contract so speculation is bound to happen. You just have to take it with a pinch of salt and carry on playing.
"I am just going to keep my options open and give my all for Wigan. In my position I can afford to do that.

"I've been putting in some good performances and people appreciate that."
Wigan travel to Anfield on Saturday where Heskey will be charged with the task of ending Liverpool's unbeaten start to the season.

Scouser_Dave · 17-10-2008, 07:36 PM

I hope Rafa waits until the summer to sign him on a free rather than spend what little money we have on him now.

MaschPotato · 17-10-2008, 07:42 PM

The supposed Robben rumours sound rubbish especially considering we have Riera now

Scouser_Dave · 17-10-2008, 07:45 PM

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Originally Posted by MaschPotato

The supposed Robben rumours sound rubbish especially considering we have Riera now

Robben can play Right/Left wing or just behind the strikers. Rafa loves his versatile players

MaschPotato · 17-10-2008, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Scouser_Dave

Robben can play Right/Left wing or just behind the strikers. Rafa loves his versatile players

Kuyt is better than Robben in Rafas mind

Dan · 17-10-2008, 07:48 PM

Wouldn't mind him back.. Him and Owen are both avaliable on a free, so one of them should return..

Scouser_Dave · 17-10-2008, 07:49 PM

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Originally Posted by MaschPotato

Kuyt is better than Robben in Rafas mind

You are probably right. Would be worth it though, just to see the chelsea fans kick up a fuss about it. Can you imagine foreverblue

MaschPotato · 17-10-2008, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Scouser_Dave

You are probably right. Would be worth it though, just to see the chelsea fans kick up a fuss about it. Can you imagine foreverblue

''Never liked him anyway, rubbish player''.Yeah yeah

Scouser_Dave · 17-10-2008, 08:47 PM

Heskey open to Liverpool return

Heskey has scored five goals in 50 appearances for England
England striker Emile Heskey has responded to reports of a January move to Liverpool by saying it would be "lovely" to re-sign for his old club.

Heskey, whose contract with Wigan expires next summer, has experienced a resurgence in form this season.

The 30-year-old told BBC Radio 5 Live that he is "keeping my options open".
When asked about a return to Liverpool, for whom he made 150 appearances from 2000 to 2004, he said: "It would be lovely. We'll see how it goes."

The former Leicester City striker has become a permanent fixture in Fabio Capello's England team, receiving plaudits from team-mates and fans alike for his performances during England recent victories over Kazakhstan and Belarus.

The forward's form led to him saying this week that he has a desire to play Champions League football.

And his international revival has reportedly sparked interest from Liverpool and a number of other Premier League clubs.

"When you're performing well, speculation is going to come around," added Heskey, who is doubtful for Wigan's Premier League match against Liverpool at Anfield on Saturday having returned from international duty with an injury.

It's great that we've got an England centre-forward playing for Wigan. Of course, the 'paper speculation now is that he's leaving us - that's the downside of it

Steve Bruce

"Everyone knows I'm in my last year of my contract so you've just got to take everything with a pinch of salt and carry on playing.

"I'm going to keep my options open and give 110% for Wigan and see how it goes and maybe sit down with them."

With a scoring rate of roughly one in every five games for Leicester, Liverpool, Birmingham and now Wigan, the forward has been derided in the past for his lack of potency in front of goal.

But since returning from three years in the international wilderness last year Heskey's combative and selfless style have won over many of his critics, even if his goalscoring rate has not improved.

Wigan manager Steve Bruce said Heskey was benefitting from experience and improved fitness levels.

"It's quite staggering what's happened to him over the last few weeks, and I think a lot of it's got to come down to the condition that Emile's got himself in," said Bruce.

"He's possibly in the best condition he's been in all his life; he's obviously enjoying his football and he's reaping the rewards of it.

I doubt he'll be in the England squad warming the bench at Liverpool
LAValencia

"It would be wrong for me to take the plaudits. He's got to a stage where you know how to look after yourself - I think (Wigan captain) Mario Melchiot is the same, and certainly I was when I got to 31.

"His physical condition is magnificent. He's been like that for a good while but not been tip-top like he is right now."

Bruce added: "The kid's been a kicking block for years - but to have the mental strength to come through it and play his part is fantastic for him and a club like ours, who have played a big part in his rehabilitation.

"It's great that we've got an England centre-forward playing for Wigan. Of course, the 'paper speculation now is that he's leaving us - that's the downside of it - but everybody involved with the club is delighted for him."

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/foot...em/7676694.stm

ForeverBlue'86 · 17-10-2008, 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Scouser_Dave

You are probably right. Would be worth it though, just to see the chelsea fans kick up a fuss about it. Can you imagine foreverblue

I'd go spare. Besides, thought you lot weren't his biggest fans after the Reina incident. I'd have him back in a flash, injury prone tart but on his day he's in the same class as Messi and Ronaldo, don't see him moving to Liverpool at all though, bet their fans wouldn't be best pleased if he left either, especially after Robinho left.

Scouser_Dave · 17-10-2008, 11:12 PM

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Originally Posted by ForeverBlue'86

I'd go spare. Besides, thought you lot weren't his biggest fans after the Reina incident. I'd have him back in a flash, injury prone tart but on his day he's in the same class as Messi and Ronaldo, don't see him moving to Liverpool at all though, bet their fans wouldn't be best pleased if he left either, especially after Robinho left.

Well madrid want Alonso and Robben is unhappy there apparently. So its probably just the press putting 2 and 2 together. Would like to see him play for us on the right were we are lacking at the moment, he has pace and an eye for goal something that kuyt lacks when playing there. We already have Babel and Kuyt who could persuade him to come to liverpool.

ForeverBlue'86 · 17-10-2008, 11:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Scouser_Dave

Well madrid want Alonso and Robben is unhappy there apparently. So its probably just the press putting 2 and 2 together. Would like to see him play for us on the right were we are lacking at the moment, he has pace and an eye for goal something that kuyt lacks when playing there. We already have Babel and Kuyt who could persuade him to come to liverpool.

Funnily enough, think it was Robben who persuaded one of them to move to Liverpool (Think Kuyt). I'd hate to see him at Liverpool though, potential match winner, but I bet Real would ask Liverpool to cough up extra, afterall, they spent £25M on him.

joegerrard · 17-10-2008, 11:33 PM

robben can came here and he will be welcome....

Galatasaray · 17-10-2008, 11:48 PM

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Originally Posted by ForeverBlue'86

Funnily enough, think it was Robben who persuaded one of them to move to Liverpool (Think Kuyt). I'd hate to see him at Liverpool though, potential match winner, but I bet Real would ask Liverpool to cough up extra, afterall, they spent £25M on him.

yea but if he is unhappy at Real Liverpool might get him for cheaper. Maybe Alonso + £8M-£10M?

but i don't see him coming to Liverpool even though i would like to see him as a Red.

joegerrard · 17-10-2008, 11:49 PM

i think it will be
3-1

gerrard(2)
kuyt

zaki

Portland1 · 18-10-2008, 12:34 AM

I think Robben would be a fantastic signing for us, only if he could remain healthy. But i think the only reason we'd have a chance at getting him is his incredible ability to pick up injuries.

Lets face it, if robben were healthy all the time, he might be one of the best players in the world. If we could get him, and he could stay fit, then it could make our season.

ForeverBlue'86 · 18-10-2008, 12:53 AM

He's the modern day Darren Anderton, when he plays, you'd be hard pressed to find a better left winger, but even in Spain he's having injury problems. He's the sort that'll get them from one mistimed tackle.

Always thought Liverpool lacked it most down the wings, think they'd become genuine title contenders if they did get him, and IMO, they should be playing Babel every game right now.

joegerrard · 18-10-2008, 12:55 AM

tomorrow maybe we will see gerrard playing like a Forward...

Portland1 · 18-10-2008, 03:51 AM

tomorrow i'd like to see David Ngog playing with Robbie Keane.

Where's the story that's linking us with arjen robben anyway?

Portland1 · 18-10-2008, 03:53 AM

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Originally Posted by ForeverBlue'86

Always thought Liverpool lacked it most down the wings, think they'd become genuine title contenders if they did get him, and IMO, they should be playing Babel every game right now.

I think babel would be starting every game right now if Riera didnt have such a good impact so far. He's given our team the flair that it has needed. And Babel is usually really good off the bench.

I think if Babel wanted to try the right wing, then we could have some serious attacking going on. But Rafa loves Kuyt, so it just wont happen.

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Dan EA Veteran Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: England... Martin Skrtel does not sleep, he waits.. Age: 17 Gender: Male Posts: 12,647 Blog Entries: 2	Wouldn't mind him back.. Him and Owen are both avaliable on a free, so one of them should return.. __________________

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17-10-2008, 04:44 PM	#6926 (permalink)
Scouser_Dave EA Veteran Join Date: Jan 2008 Age: 25 Posts: 13,970	Bruce hopes to keep Heskey Wigan boss hopes striker's ambitions can be satisfied at JJB Steve Bruce insists he has not given up hope of persuading Emile Heskey to sign a new contract at Wigan Athletic. Heskey's current deal expires at the end of the season and he has put a decision on his future at the JJB Stadium on the back-burner. He has been linked with former club Liverpool, along with Aston Villa, after admitting he would relish the chance to play UEFA Champions League football again. However, after re-establishing himself as a starter in the England team, Wigan boss Bruce hopes that Heskey will see the sense in signing a new deal. Talisman "We all know that he is out of contract at the end of the season, but he doesn't owe this club, in my opinion, a penny because he's justified why he's been here," said Bruce on Sky Sports News. "He's been a talisman. Before I came here, when they beat Sheffield United in that game (on the final day of the 2006/07 season), in particular, I was watching from afar and Emile Heskey gave an unbelievable performance and almost single-handedly kept the club in the Premier League. "He doesn't owe the club anything, but we still hope, and I'm not giving up hope, that we can persuade him (to stay). "He's well liked and respected here. He plays every week to his strengths and I've not given up hope because you hear all these reports that he's going to clear off, but we'll try our best to try and keep him if we can." Bruce accepts Heskey has the right to decide his future, but feels the 30-year-old's prospects of playing at the 2010 World Cup could be best served by staying at Wigan. Sky Sports \| Sky Sports \| Football News \| Premier League \| Liverpool \| Bruce hopes to keep Heskey

17-10-2008, 05:02 PM	#6929 (permalink)
suggs Elite Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 5,451	yeah sure, you may stuff me because ive been playing BAP online lately, give me 5 min to set up, ill meet you in the USA east lobby

17-10-2008, 07:32 PM	#6931 (permalink)
suggs Elite Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 5,451	Wigan striker Emile Heskey would welcome a return to Liverpool if the Reds make a move for him. Recent speculation has linked England international Heskey, who spent four years at Anfield between 2000 and 2004 under former manager Gerard Houllier, with a January move back to Merseyside. The 30-year-old is out of contract at the end of the season and has yet to indicate a desire to sign a new deal at the JJB Stadium, which has alerted a number of clubs to a possible cut-price transfer in the New Year window. And Heskey - who played a pivotal role in helping Liverpool secure a famous knock-out cup treble in 2001 - has now admitted that he would relish a working reunion with the likes of Steven Gerrard and Jamie Carragher. "When you are performing well speculation will come around," Heskey told Radio Five Live. Options "A move to Liverpool would be lovely. Who knows what will happen. Let's see how it goes. "Everyone wants to play in Europe at the highest level. "Everyone knows that I'm in the last year of my contract so speculation is bound to happen. You just have to take it with a pinch of salt and carry on playing. "I am just going to keep my options open and give my all for Wigan. In my position I can afford to do that. "I've been putting in some good performances and people appreciate that." Wigan travel to Anfield on Saturday where Heskey will be charged with the task of ending Liverpool's unbeaten start to the season.

17-10-2008, 07:36 PM	#6932 (permalink)
Scouser_Dave EA Veteran Join Date: Jan 2008 Age: 25 Posts: 13,970	I hope Rafa waits until the summer to sign him on a free rather than spend what little money we have on him now.

17-10-2008, 07:42 PM	#6933 (permalink)
MaschPotato EA Veteran Join Date: Feb 2008 Age: 19 Gender: Male Posts: 15,457	The supposed Robben rumours sound rubbish especially considering we have Riera now

17-10-2008, 08:47 PM	#6939 (permalink)
Scouser_Dave EA Veteran Join Date: Jan 2008 Age: 25 Posts: 13,970	Heskey open to Liverpool return Heskey has scored five goals in 50 appearances for England England striker Emile Heskey has responded to reports of a January move to Liverpool by saying it would be "lovely" to re-sign for his old club. Heskey, whose contract with Wigan expires next summer, has experienced a resurgence in form this season. The 30-year-old told BBC Radio 5 Live that he is "keeping my options open". When asked about a return to Liverpool, for whom he made 150 appearances from 2000 to 2004, he said: "It would be lovely. We'll see how it goes." The former Leicester City striker has become a permanent fixture in Fabio Capello's England team, receiving plaudits from team-mates and fans alike for his performances during England recent victories over Kazakhstan and Belarus. The forward's form led to him saying this week that he has a desire to play Champions League football. And his international revival has reportedly sparked interest from Liverpool and a number of other Premier League clubs. "When you're performing well, speculation is going to come around," added Heskey, who is doubtful for Wigan's Premier League match against Liverpool at Anfield on Saturday having returned from international duty with an injury. It's great that we've got an England centre-forward playing for Wigan. Of course, the 'paper speculation now is that he's leaving us - that's the downside of it Steve Bruce "Everyone knows I'm in my last year of my contract so you've just got to take everything with a pinch of salt and carry on playing. "I'm going to keep my options open and give 110% for Wigan and see how it goes and maybe sit down with them." With a scoring rate of roughly one in every five games for Leicester, Liverpool, Birmingham and now Wigan, the forward has been derided in the past for his lack of potency in front of goal. But since returning from three years in the international wilderness last year Heskey's combative and selfless style have won over many of his critics, even if his goalscoring rate has not improved. Wigan manager Steve Bruce said Heskey was benefitting from experience and improved fitness levels. "It's quite staggering what's happened to him over the last few weeks, and I think a lot of it's got to come down to the condition that Emile's got himself in," said Bruce. "He's possibly in the best condition he's been in all his life; he's obviously enjoying his football and he's reaping the rewards of it. I doubt he'll be in the England squad warming the bench at Liverpool LAValencia "It would be wrong for me to take the plaudits. He's got to a stage where you know how to look after yourself - I think (Wigan captain) Mario Melchiot is the same, and certainly I was when I got to 31. "His physical condition is magnificent. He's been like that for a good while but not been tip-top like he is right now." Bruce added: "The kid's been a kicking block for years - but to have the mental strength to come through it and play his part is fantastic for him and a club like ours, who have played a big part in his rehabilitation. "It's great that we've got an England centre-forward playing for Wigan. Of course, the 'paper speculation now is that he's leaving us - that's the downside of it - but everybody involved with the club is delighted for him." http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/foot...em/7676694.stm

18-10-2008, 12:34 AM	#6946 (permalink)
Portland1 Forum Regular Join Date: May 2008 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 526	I think Robben would be a fantastic signing for us, only if he could remain healthy. But i think the only reason we'd have a chance at getting him is his incredible ability to pick up injuries. Lets face it, if robben were healthy all the time, he might be one of the best players in the world. If we could get him, and he could stay fit, then it could make our season.

18-10-2008, 12:53 AM	#6947 (permalink)
ForeverBlue'86 Banned Join Date: Sep 2007 Age: 22 Gender: Male Posts: 7,008	He's the modern day Darren Anderton, when he plays, you'd be hard pressed to find a better left winger, but even in Spain he's having injury problems. He's the sort that'll get them from one mistimed tackle. Always thought Liverpool lacked it most down the wings, think they'd become genuine title contenders if they did get him, and IMO, they should be playing Babel every game right now.

18-10-2008, 03:51 AM	#6949 (permalink)
Portland1 Forum Regular Join Date: May 2008 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 526	tomorrow i'd like to see David Ngog playing with Robbie Keane. Where's the story that's linking us with arjen robben anyway?