Author Topic: Signing officially confirmed: Robbie Keane (Read 24820 times)

The Armchair · « **Reply #400 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:21:48 PM »

Think we can still play the 4-2-3-1 formation, with Gerrard switching to the right. It's pretty much the position he was playing a couple of years ago when he scored plenty of goals, he offers more pace and better delivery than Kuyt from that position and it still allows him a degree of freedom. Probably the only problem Gerrard had playing in behind Torres was that he often drifted back too much into the midfield area, Keane won't do that and is a more natural in that position.

Possible starting midfield/attack for the season?

.........................................................Torres.........................................................

...Babel.............................................Keane........................................Gerrard.....

...................................Alonso.............................Mascherano..............................

dannymc · « **Reply #401 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:21:55 PM »

REINA

CARRA SKRTEL AGGER FABIO/DOSSENA

MASCH

GERRARD ALONSO BABEL/YOSSI

TORRES KEANE

4-1-3-2 seems to work

REINA

CARRA SKRTEL AGGER FABIO/DOSSENA

MASCH ALONSO

GERRARD KEANE BABEL/YOSSI

TORRES

4-2-3-1

both, 2 holding would suit an away game more though, at home very rarely would need 2 holding and we'd hardly create chances like we did last season.

STORMTROOPER · « **Reply #402 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:23:44 PM »

delighted he's signed, wish he was a couple of years younger, but still delighted.

Big m · « **Reply #403 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:24:34 PM »

Quote from: tomthebomb on July 28, 2008, 09:00:25 PM

ive already added him on my pes2008 liverpool squad as no. 7!

Good work. The only sensible thing to do when there is a big transfer.

gamble · « **Reply #404 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:24:47 PM »

made up he signed.

that summer transfer thread was one of the shittest sagas ever!!

Liveforthereds67 · « **Reply #405 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:26:14 PM »

It just like when we got Torres, this will give the club a liftand shows Rafa's intent to take the Prem by the scruff of the neck. Not only are Chelsea, Man U and Arsenal looking over there shoulders so will the rest of Europe. Oh and here's a thought Platine and Blatter wont like it Liverpool with the best keeper, one of the best Defences, the best Midfield and now the Strongest Forward Line in Europe.

Bring it on.

Welcome Robbie and take the no.7 shirt and wear it with Pride and Passion

Macedonian_Red · « **Reply #406 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:28:36 PM »

Quote from: FanXabitastic on July 28, 2008, 10:14:26 PM

Agree that Didi is a top class player. Was fantastic for us, but at the time we purchased him, I can't remember fans thinking, "How the hell did we pull that deal off?".

Well, your question was "When was the last time we purchased a top player from another Premier League/old league one club?"

dannymc · « **Reply #407 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:28:54 PM »

i really fucking hope he plays upfront and not stuck on the wing, it'd be a waste of 20million if so.

therock83 · « **Reply #408 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:29:43 PM »

Wat a signing, welcome to Liverpool FC Robbie lad!!

Bobkid · « **Reply #409 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:29:58 PM »

Quote from: MRc. on July 28, 2008, 10:05:15 PM

anyone know what time the press conference is?

sorry if it's been discussed

steelersmark · « **Reply #410 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:31:17 PM »

Dunno if it's been said, but lets not call him Keane, that's a whole different guy and a total wanker.

One of the best signings for a long time.

The 5th Benitle · « **Reply #411 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:32:50 PM »

Delighted he's signed and think he will do well for us but I genuinely don't get why some appear to be as excited by his nationality as they are by his skill, seems very odd to me.

redprodigal · « **Reply #412 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:33:01 PM »

Quote from: STORMTROOPER on July 28, 2008, 10:23:44 PM

delighted he's signed, wish he was a couple of years younger, but still delighted.

Me too on both counts, it is a lot of money for someone that age though, probably too much really, but if he makes the difference he will be worth it.

Jaska · « **Reply #413 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:34:24 PM »

Quote from: Macedonian_Red on July 28, 2008, 10:28:36 PM

Well, your question was "When was the last time we purchased a top player from another Premier League/old league one club?"

Yeah. That leaves it clearly to Hamann. Collymore possibly before him?

hooded claw · « **Reply #414 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:34:24 PM »

Quote from: The 5th Benitle on July 28, 2008, 10:32:50 PM

Delighted he's signed and think he will do well for us but I genuinely don't get why some appear to be as excited by his nationality as they are by his skill, seems very odd to me.

Because he'll pop round and tarmac your drive after training? Rafa likes his versatile players.

the_prodigal_s0n · « **Reply #415 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:34:51 PM »

It will also be his debut in the Champions League proper as far as I'm aware (provided we make it) so he should be hungry for success in Europe too.

stevensr123 · « **Reply #416 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:34:53 PM »

Elisha_Scott: Levy and Keane are really good mates, the only reason we got him was the fact that Keane pushed it so hard. It could have developed into another Gareth Barry saga if Levy hadn't been so close to the player.

zen · « **Reply #417 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:35:05 PM »

the missing link, another 20 goal a season striker to compliment El Nino, the guy has been my fave striker outside those in the red shirt for a long time. His finishing reminds me of Ian Rush, simple, effective, get it in the back of the fucking net. About time we had another Irishman on the team, we just need a few more Jocks now....

Welcome to the club Robbie, you're in safe hands here

Lfsea · « **Reply #418 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:35:41 PM »

Happy Happy Days.

This signing has made me so happy in my trousers.

Oh, and those that saw his movement in the two Spurs fixtures last season will know just why I've got a semi.

Fanxxxxtastic · « **Reply #419 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:36:32 PM »

Quote from: Macedonian_Red on July 28, 2008, 10:28:36 PM

Well, your question was "When was the last time we purchased a top player from another Premier League/old league one club?"

I guess the case is closed.

MRc. · « **Reply #420 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:37:43 PM »

Quote from: the_prodigal_s0n on July 28, 2008, 10:34:51 PM

It will also be his debut in the Champions League proper as far as I'm aware (provided we make it) so he should be hungry for success in Europe too.

What about leeds?

redaussie · « **Reply #421 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:38:24 PM »

finally

Welcome to Liverpool Robbie!!

L12 · « **Reply #422 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:39:43 PM »

Welcome Robbie, hope you don't mind playing on the wing.

Magz50 · « **Reply #423 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:40:05 PM »

fucking chuffed at this signing. Get in Robbie lad!

Aaron89 · « **Reply #424 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:40:08 PM »

I'd like this team to play alot next season:

----------------Reina-----------------

Degen---Carra---Skrtel---Dossena

-----------Gerrard---Masch-----------

Kuyt-------------Keane----------Babel

-------------------Torres----------------

the_prodigal_s0n · « **Reply #425 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:43:32 PM »

Quote from: Phil M on July 28, 2008, 10:38:34 PM

He reached the semis of the champions league with Leeds United in the 2000/2001 season.

Are you sure he was involved? I thought he was cup tied due to playing in the qualifying round with Inter that season.

rednick75 · « **Reply #426 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:44:00 PM »

I think we might be seeing a formation a bit next season:

--------------------------------------------Reina---------------------------------------------

------------------------Skrtel-----------Carragher-----------------Agger-----------------

-----Degen---------------------------------------------------------------------------Dossena

----------------------------Mascherano---------------Alonso------------------------------

-------------- ------------------------------Gerrard--------------------------------------------

---------------------------Keane-------------------------Torres------------------------------

With Degen and Dossena pushing on, providing the width. What d'ya think?

Gary_17 · « **Reply #427 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:46:40 PM »

Made up with this signing. Good luck and welcome to Liverpool FC

kingluisgarcia · « **Reply #428 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:47:29 PM »

Welcome to Anfield Robbie.

Could well be the perfect foil for Torres.

lamonti · « **Reply #429 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:48:08 PM »

Go on Robbie - live the fucking dream.

zen · « **Reply #430 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:49:15 PM »

Quote from: rednick75 on July 28, 2008, 10:44:00 PM

I think we might be seeing a formation a bit next season:

--------------------------------------------Reina---------------------------------------------

------------------------Skrtel-----------Carragher-----------------Agger-----------------

-----Degen---------------------------------------------------------------------------Dossena

----------------------------Mascherano---------------Alonso------------------------------

-------------- ------------------------------Gerrard--------------------------------------------

---------------------------Keane-------------------------Torres------------------------------

With Degen and Dossena pushing on, providing the width. What d'ya think?

I think you've got it almost perfect. Rafa also has the option of sticking either Kuyt or Babel on the wings and doing a 352 type of thing. Good shout though lad.

Shanks1965 · « **Reply #431 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:50:24 PM »

Quote from: MRc. on July 28, 2008, 10:37:43 PM

What about leeds?

It's a fair question.

kopconnor · « **Reply #432 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:53:09 PM »

GUNNA BE THE SIGNING OF THE SUMMER!! WELCOME Keane!!!

the_prodigal_s0n · « **Reply #433 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:53:40 PM »

Quote from: Phil M on July 28, 2008, 10:47:36 PM

Indeed. I did say 'reached', point being he has played in the champions league and in the latter stages.

Yeah, I just checked it on soccerbase and he didn't play for Leeds; he must have been cup tied that season. So he will be making his CL debut for us! Hopefully that can spur him on (no pun intended).,

Phil M · « **Reply #434 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:55:14 PM »

Quote from: the_prodigal_s0n on July 28, 2008, 10:53:40 PM

Yeah, I just checked it on soccerbase and he didn't play for Leeds; he must have been cup tied that season. So he will be making his CL debut for us! Hopefully that can spur him on (no pun intended).,

I've since fired my team of researchers.

Gaz123456 · « **Reply #435 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:57:41 PM »

Can't think of anyone I'd rather have alongside Nando - a proven Prem goalscorer and a Red at heart.

Absolutely made up - he will give us another goalscoring outlet apart from Torres and Gerrard.

Welcome Robbie

The Flying Pig · « **Reply #436 on:** July 28, 2008, 10:59:57 PM »

Welcome to LFC,Robbie lad.

Good luck.

FlashingBlade · « **Reply #437 on:** July 28, 2008, 11:01:05 PM »

All this talk of qunitity of goals, I want him to be the player who makes the differnce in tight games , for me he can score just around 6...the sort of six that would have given us one more at home to Villa and Wigan last year....maybe an early one at OT...the goals that make a difference..not numbers..will he?..

Fjohn · « **Reply #438 on:** July 28, 2008, 11:03:06 PM »

Good luck and welcome Robbie K.

Phil M · « **Reply #439 on:** July 28, 2008, 11:08:01 PM »

Quote from: FlashingBlade on July 28, 2008, 11:01:05 PM

All this talk of qunitity of goals, I want him to be the player who makes the differnce in tight games , for me he can score just around 6...the sort of six that would have given us one more at home to Villa and Wigan last year....maybe an early one at OT...the goals that make a difference..not numbers..will he?..

Well said. I concur 100%.

This talk of how many goals is ridiculous, if he can as you say turn draws into wins
and get us out of difficult situations which is what we lacked on so many occasions last season,
which in the end was the difference between us and the leaders, then he will have been a success.

We all have high hopes given his career to date in the premier league and his excellent form
last season but we don't know where he will be deployed on the field yet or in what formation,
I think he could potentially be a great great player for us over the next few years but too much
expectancy can be a bad thing.