Summary
GERARD HOULLIER has made a new centre half a priority for Liverpool this summer -despite the pounds 14m earmarked to lure Djibril Cisse from Auxerre. The Anfield manager is pressing ahead with plans to strengthen his defence at the end of this season, when his own future will be under fierce scrutiny if Liverpool fail to reach the Champions League.
And long-term target Cisse may not be the only player to swap Auxerre for Anfield this summer if Houllier follows up his interest in defensive team-mate Philippe Mexes.See the full content of this document
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Football: Hou On Thedefensive ; Reds Boss Eyes Trio to Shore Up Backline
Houllier has been concerned at the lack of pace in his rear guard this season,during which the establi...
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