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Rafa Benitez has revealed that Martin Kelly will miss the rest of the season after being forced to undergo a knee operation.

Jamie Carragher insists Liverpool can still end the season on a real high as they prepare for Thursday's Europa League tie at Benfica.

Liverpool have been linked with a move for Real Madrid legend Raul who has found first-team starts hard to come by this season.

Liverpool midfielder Alberto Aquilani claims he is loving life in England but he is not over keen on the weather.

The possiblility of Bolton's Lee Chung-yong joining Liverpool in the summer has been described as 'absurd' by the players advisers.

Steve Bruce admits he would be forced to listen to offers for Liverpool-target Kenwyne Jones if they bid £15m for the Sunderland ace.

On-fire striker Fernando Torres insists Liverpool "can beat anyone" as they chase fourth place and Europa League glory.

Liverpool's summer move for Serbian striker Milan Jovanovic is believed to have run into trouble months after agreeing terms with him.

Boss Rafa Benitez reckons Liverpool's top-four know-how gives them a chance of finishing in the Champions League places.

Rafael Benitez is still confident Liverpool can finish in the top four and believes the players' previous experience will be the key.

Rafa Benitez has no fresh injury problems ahead of Liverpool's vital Premier League clash against Sunderland at Anfield on Sunday.

Steven Gerrard has admitted his form has not been the best but he is determined to finish on a high and get fourth spot for Liverpool.

Liverpool striker David Ngog believes he is toughening up and beginning to get used to life in the Premiership.

Liverpool winger Albert Riera is hoping for a loan switch to Spartak Moscow after CSKA ruled out a move for the player.

Rafa Benitez has warned striker Fernando Torres he must regain his focus amid questions over the Liverpool star's temperament.

Out-of-favour Liverpool winger Albert Riera has admitted he is keen on a move to Russia and hopes a deal can be sorted this week.

Liverpool midfielder Jay Spearing is set to join Leicester City's promotion push by signing on loan until the end of the season.

Rafa Benitez remains confident that midfield ace Javier Mascherano will sign a new extended contract at the club.

Rafael Benitez remains convinced his Liverpool side will land fourth spot in the Premiership despite their tenth defeat of the season.

Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez is determined to keep hold of Fernando Torres but admits they need to finish in the top four.

Sir Alex Ferguson has reminded Rafael Benitez that he thought Liverpool had peaked before the start of the season.

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard believes Fernando Torres' goals will secure Champions League football at Anfield next season.

Liverpool will hand a late fitness test to midfielder Alberto Aquilani ahead of Sunday's showdown against Manchester United.

Rafa Benitez admits Liverpool will have a tough job on their hands after being drawn against Benfica in the Europa League.

Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez has blasted the timing of Albert Riera's critical comments but says they are still focused on Man United.

The future of winger Albert Riera appears to be in the balance after he blasted Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez in a radio interview.

Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez is hoping the rest of his squad follow Pepe Reina and sign new contracts at the club.

Liverpool are almost certain to be without Alberto Aquilani for tonight's clash with Lille after he picked up a virus.

Liverpool's Italian midfielder Alberto Aquilani is a doubt for the clash with Lille on Thursday and Manchester United on Sunday.

Rafa Benitez says that the recent form of Maxi Rodriguez, Alberto Aquilani and Ryan Babel has given him a selection headache.

Midfielder Alberto Aquilani is delighted to have finally got on the score sheet for the club and done it in front of the Kop.

Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez believes Steven Gerrard will face no further FA action over an incident with Michael Brown on Monday night.

Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez says he fears for the future of the club if they do not secure long-term funding.

Midfielder Yossi Benayoun will face a late fitness test ahead of tonight's clash with Portsmouth after picking up an ankle injury.

Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill is rumoured to be top of Liverpool's wanted list if the club decide to part company with Rafa Benitez.

Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez insists he is not feeling the pressure as he prepares for a massive week in the club's season.

Liverpool will give Israel midfielder Yossi Benayoun until the last possible moment to prove his fitness in time to face Portsmouth.

Derby have signed Liverpool reserve keeper David Martin on loan in time for him to make his debut at Doncaster Rovers.

Rafa Benitez's future at Liverpool remains in considerable doubt with Real Madrid still said to be keen to lure him back to Spain.

Rafa Benitez insisted he was pleased with his players' efforts in the 1-0 Europa League defeat at Lille on Thursday.

Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez has called on his players to show some desire when they take on Lille on the Europa League tonight.

Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez is without Yossi Benayoun for tonight's clash with Lille but Daniel Agger should be fit to play.

Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez has jumped to the defence of skipper Steven Gerrard as he looks likely to escape any FA punishment.

Liverpool have an injury worry of Yossi Benayoun ahead of the clash with Lille in the Europa League.

Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez has slammed his players for showing a lack of character and desire in the defeat to Wigan on Monday.

Steven Gerrard could face an FA probe and a possible ban after he appeared to flash a V-sign at referee Andre Marriner last night.

Liverpool defender Glen Johnson is set for a recall for tonight's clash with Wigan and Sotirios Kyrgiakos is also available.

Liverpool midfielder Alberto Aquilani has accepted that he may well have just a bit part to play between now and the end of the season.

Fabio Aurelio looks set to leave Liverpool at the end of the season as Rafa Benitez cannot justify offering him a new deal.

Boss Rafa Benitez believes midfielder Javier Mascherano will sign a new deal at Liverpool before the end of the season.

Liverpool Argentine midfield ace Javier Mascherano is to seek assurances about the club's spending plans before he signs a new deal.

Liverpool manager Rafa Benitez has warned his side there is no room for complacency as they prepare to face Wigan on Monday.

Galatasaray midfielder Arda Turan says it would be a dream come true for him to play for Liverpool and has urged the club to sign him.

Palermo defender Simon Kjaer has expressed his interest in joining Liverpool but his club do not want to sell.

Liverpool have reached an agreement with Spanish keeper Pepe Reina that will extend his contract until 2015.

Liverpool are trying to avoid another summer of Barcelona interest by offering Javier Mascherano a two year contract extension.

Liverpool have been hit with the news that defender Martin Skrtel is likely to be out for up to eight weeks with his broken foot.

Jamie Carragher is keeping his fingers crossed that team-mate Fernando Torres comes through this week's international unscathed.