Degen and Liverpool, a dream or more?
For those whose thoughts are football-centred 24h a day this piece of news might be no surprise.
Yet for us proud Swiss folks (ok, I’m Dutch, but I still consider myself from Schwiiz) the recent news that Degen is going to taste the emotions of Anfield on a free transfer from Borussia Dortmund comes as a surprise and something that can boost the morale ahead of Euro 2008.
Yet how much truth is there behind this shocking piece of news?
No official statements from either club suggest any veracity behind the usual choir of gossip that seems to spread across the most prominent magazines and websites.
The “Tages-Anzeiger” confirmed at first before stating that many sources had opened the possibility of a 3-year contract with the “Reds” yet Degen’s consultant Michael Becker stated: “This story is just based on speculation. Nothing has been signed”.
According to a Liverpool website Liverpool has reached a pre-contract agreement, under the Bosman ruling. According to the same website this deal will endanger Finnan’s position since Degen seems to be meant for a starting lineup in the Premiership (and some appearances in the European competitions).
woo-lfc from a Liverpool blog elegantly states:
“Lads whatever happens, hes an experienced international right back (who if we sign him we can look at during EURO 2008 ), played for a good german side in dortmund, wont cost us anything, wont be on a big wage. If he turns out shit we sell him on, if he turns out good we have a bargain. Rafas scouting department hasnt really failed us much at all, especially defensively so lets not be too sceptical. If Rafas happy with him then it enables us to spend out money in the more urgent positions of the team”.
Just to remind you David Degen is 25 years old, plays as a full back for Borussia Dortmund and has previously played for Basel (don’t confuse him with his twin brother, Philipp).
I am pretty confident that Degen will play for Liverpool and will prove to be a good choice for the English team.
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