Tag: Martin Skrtel

Liverpool defender passes medical ahead of transfer to Fenerbache

Stuart Campbell

Liverpool centre-back Martin Skrtel has successfully passed a medical with Fenerbache ahead of a proposed transfer to the Turkish club, according to the BBC. After moving to Anfield from Zenit St. Petersburg in 2008, the 31-year-old Slovakian internationalist has made 319 appearances, whilst being a constant feature in Liverpool’s starting XI throughout his eight-and-a-half years with the club. During that time Skrtel has won the 2011-2012 League Cup as Liverpool beat Cardiff on penalties, whilst also having been an unused substitute in last season’s Europa League Final, which Jurgen Klopp’s…

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Middlesbrough linked with two veteran stars, in danger of losing key player

Vincent Van Genechten

Middlesbrough forced their way back to the Premier League, securing promotion to England’s top flight for the first time since the 2008/2009 season. The Boro are primed for a summer transfer spree as they need to upgrade their squad to stay alive next season. Therefore, they have been linked with two veteran players. According to a report by The Sun, Middlesbrough are eyeing a £6 million move for Liverpool defender Martin Skrtel as they plan for their first campaign back in the Premier League. The 31-year-old centre-back has become frustrated…

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Liverpool vs Tottenham – Premier League preview and team news

Stephen Donovan

Tottenham will hope to cut the gap between themselves and leaders Leicester City by winning in Saturday’s late kick-off, but face a great test of their title aspirations as they take on Liverpool at Anfield. The home side have had two weeks to reflect on their epic collapse at Southampton, where they appeared to be sailing to victory thanks to a dynamic and incisive first half showing, but then fell apart after the break as a 2-0 lead morphed into a painful 3-2 defeat. The return of Martin Skrtel after…

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Liverpool fan catches Martin Skrtel going crazy after winning League Cup penalty [Video]

Vincent Van Genechten

Liverpool needed penalties to see off Stoke City in the League Cup, with Joe Allen netting the decisive penalty kick in the semi-final for the Reds. Anfield errupted after the Allen gave Jurgen Klopp’s side the win. One fan caught Reds’ defender Martin Skrtel losing it in the stand! MUST WATCH!!! Skrtel’s celebrations after Joe Allen scored the winning penalty last night!! THIS IS BOSS!!! #LFC pic.twitter.com/FtqQ93e7KN — liverpoolfc.hq (@liverpoolfc_hq) 27 januari 2016

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Liverpool stalwart explains why he turned down move to Inter Milan

Jordan Harris
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In a summer when plenty of names have already come through the door, it is the news that Martin Skrtel has rejected a move away from Liverpool, and signed a new contract that will be one of the most pleasing deals that Brendan Rodgers will complete during this transfer window. READ MORE: Liverpool News and Gossip Newcastle striker Papiss Cisse accused of having two wives and impregnating a girl when she was 13 Inter Milan star Gary Medel wants Liverpool move The Daily Express report that the defender has turned…

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Liverpool gossip: Sterling to ROT in the reserves and Skrtel commits future

Steve Green

Saturday’s biggest Liverpool gossip and transfer rumours. Liverpool’s owners are prepared to keep forward Raheem Sterling, 20, in the reserves rather than allow him to leave for below their valuation, the Daily Mirror reports. Sterling has been continually linked with a move to Manchester City recently, but they are yet to stump up a number that the Reds are happy with. Sterling has returned for pre-season training having called in sick for two sessions – but it remains to be seen whether he will take part in the club’s pre-season…

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Martin Skrtel signs new three-year Liverpool deal

Steve Green

Martin Skrtel has put an end to the speculation surrounding his future by penning a new three-year deal to stay at Liverpool The Guardian reports. READ MORE: Liverpool News Liverpool close in on move for Real Madrid star Asier Illarramendi Liverpool receive boost as Alexandre Lacazette stalls on new deal The Slovakian international had just 12 months left to run on his current deal, and looked to be heading for the exit door after slamming the club’s previous offer as ‘unacceptable’. However, it now appears that fresh terms have been…

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Martin Skrtel expected to sign new three-year Liverpool deal next week

Steve Green

The future of popular Liverpool defender Martin Skrtel is expected to be resolved next week as the Daily Express reports that he is close to penning a new three-year deal. Skrtel looked to be heading for the Anfield exit door this summer after publicly blasting the club’s offer of a new deal before the end of the previous campaign. However, the Liverpool Echo are now claiming that he will commit his future to the club for the next three years as early as next week. Following the loss of Steven…

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Martin Skrtel: I HAVE NOT signed new Liverpool deal

Steve Green

Liverpool defender Martin Skrtel has delivered a huge blow to the club’s fans by saying that reports of his signing a new deal are totally false, the Daily Express reports. READ MORE: Liverpool News and Gossip Six key battles on the Premier League’s opening day: including Jordan Henderson Thursday’s Liverpool rumours The Slovakian international claims that both fans and the media have been duped by a fake Facebook profile that stated he had penned a new contract extension to stay at Anfield. Skrtel has been locked in ongoing talks about…

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Martin Skrtel REJECTS Inter Milan to pen new Liverpool deal

Jordan Harris

Liverpool defender Martin Skrtel has committed his future to the Merseyside club, after his agent confirmed that he turned down the chance to join Inter Milan. READ MORE: Liverpool News and Gossip Six key battles on the Premier League’s opening day: including Jordan Henderson Thursday’s Liverpool rumours The Sun report that the Slovakian’s time at Anfield appeared to be coming to an end after he rejected a new deal earlier in the summer. However, his agent revealed that after speaking with the Serie A side, he decided to stay put.…

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Liverpool news and gossip: Sterling ‘crazy’ to leave, and United target prefers Anfield switch

Jordan Harris
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Thursday’s latest news and gossip concerning Liverpool: READ MORE: Liverpool News and Goals Former Liverpool striker Robbie Fowler has suggested that Raheem Sterling would be ‘crazy’ to leave Anfield, as Manchester City continue their pursuit, according to the Daily Mail. The winger has been linked with a move to Etihad, with the latest bid of £40m being knocked back by the Merseyside club. “I’m not having a go at him, he’s a kid and when things like this happen it can scramble your brain, but I’m saying that he can…

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(Video) Liverpool rock Martin Skrtel gives brutally honest answer when asked if he’s join Man United

Steve Green

Liverpool fans have had it rough the past couple of weeks. They’ve lost Stevie G, seen their challenge for the top four fall away, watched Kolo Toure pen a new deal and now face losing the brightest spark in their squad, Raheem Sterling. It’s fair to say that the Kop faithful need something to smile about. READ MORE: Liverpool News and Goals Liverpool line up Glen Johnson replacement Markovic Benfica: Winger may make shock return to former club So, step forward defensive rock Martin Skrtel, who gave a brutally honest…

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Martin Skrtel slams Liverpool contract offer as ‘unacceptable’

Steve Green

Liverpool defender Martin Skrtel has slammed the club for their latest contract offer, labelling it “unacceptable”, according to the Daily Mirror. READ MORE: Liverpool News and Goals Liverpool confirm James Milner deal The Slovakian international has just a year left on his on his current deal, with reports suggesting that the club are in talks to extend his stay. But in a stunning tirade, he has claimed that their latest offering is suitable only for “older players or players with health problems.” Speaking with media in his native Slovakia, the…

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