Author Topic: Luis Garcia Letter (Read 36023 times)

wellsey3879 · « **Reply #160 on:** August 21, 2007, 08:21:52 pm »

what a legend! king luis rules!

Sami · « **Reply #161 on:** August 21, 2007, 08:29:36 pm »

Was me favourite player apart from Fowler. Hopefully Atletico comes second behind Valencia this season in Spain, so next season it would be Atletico - Liverpool final in CL

Cruiser · « **Reply #162 on:** August 21, 2007, 08:29:52 pm »

The fact that he wrote a letter just shows what a true gentleman he is.

Absolutely awesome. Top bloke.

terrymac · « **Reply #163 on:** August 21, 2007, 08:30:26 pm »

for me, he made me believe again--i mean i didnt really think we would beat Juve and i didnt really think we could knock all conquering Chelsea out of Europe. And i didnt really think we could knock Chelsea out of a semi AGAIN....top broke--man for the big occasion and will be missed.
Prolly not an LFC legend, but still welcome round my house for a cuppa tea anyday.

and like people have mentioned, as much as i remember his big goals, i'll always remember the way he battled against the bitters
Top man

Alan_X · « **Reply #164 on:** August 21, 2007, 08:30:54 pm »

Quote from: merseypride on August 21, 2007, 06:58:39 pm

same message from me King Luis

Apart from sweepers greeeeeaaaaaaaaaaat idea, i think that another wonderful idea will be to sing his Garcia song at Liverpool's next home match! Will be a nice fitting tribute!! What do u all think??

Nice idea - a Champions League game is perfect for Luis' song.

*edit* If a legend is a player you will remember in 10, 20 or 30 years time, then he's a legend. The goals, staying on the pitch in the derby after Baros got sent off, standing up to Essien after he fucked Didi's knee...

Kyle Soprano · « **Reply #165 on:** August 21, 2007, 08:32:24 pm »

What a fella! I wish him all the best in Madrid and hope he returns one day!

ewok-red · « **Reply #166 on:** August 21, 2007, 08:36:29 pm »

it don't take much for a player to take the time to do something like that, but how rare is it. an indictment on many others methinks

RedPete30 · « **Reply #167 on:** August 21, 2007, 08:37:29 pm »

Luis Garcia... Developed iconic status with magnificent performances in Europe. Who will ever forget the screamer v Juventus and the 'goal' v Chelsea in the Champions League semis.

The wee man will go down as a legend!!!

He came from Barca and he certainly did "Bring Us Joy!!!"

Withnail · « **Reply #168 on:** August 21, 2007, 08:40:06 pm »

Bloke is a legend. i will never forget the screamer v Juventus, top player, top bloke.

zigackly · « **Reply #169 on:** August 21, 2007, 08:49:53 pm »

What a little fucking superstar. Best player in the run up to Istanbul for me, scoring the winning goal in each knockout round. And then there were the goals against Chelsea, the performance whilst injured in the derby and numerous other occasions. Will always have fond memories and I'm pleased to have a signed picture of him on the wall with some other Liverpool stuff. It was an unasked-for present and I probably wouldn't have bought it myself, but I'm made up to have it, especially reading this.

MichaelA · « **Reply #170 on:** August 21, 2007, 08:52:15 pm »

He's a credit to his parents.

Garstonite · « **Reply #171 on:** August 21, 2007, 08:52:49 pm »

Quote from: MichaelA on August 21, 2007, 08:52:15 pm

He's a credit to his parents.

'He's a nice boy isn't he?'

Jens from Sweden · « **Reply #172 on:** August 21, 2007, 08:54:46 pm »

I love this little man and I will always be very thankful. Few other players in world football could have made such an impact at this incredible club.

Luis Garcia, you are a winner.

Parpello · « **Reply #173 on:** August 21, 2007, 09:05:34 pm »

Luis was a cheeky player, always attempting to try something different, i say this fondly, i hope we don't miss him. Have a great season in Spain Luis.

cissepower · « **Reply #174 on:** August 21, 2007, 09:08:22 pm »

Luis Garcia was a great player for the club. This gesture also sums up what a great person he is.

I wish him all the best at Atletico Madrid

YNWA Luis

BazC · « **Reply #175 on:** August 21, 2007, 09:08:41 pm »

Love him... top bloke. Still wish he was still at the club...

MichaelA · « **Reply #176 on:** August 21, 2007, 09:18:26 pm »

Quote from: BazC on August 21, 2007, 09:08:41 pm

Love him... top bloke. Still wish he was still at the club...

Write him a lovely letter and ask him to come back.

tazman74 · « **Reply #177 on:** August 21, 2007, 09:28:49 pm »

Can't wait for next week's goodbye - Letter from Bjørn Tore Kvarme

"I'd like to especially thank you for shouting abuse at me and you should know that every time I heard the Kop yell 'You Norwegian bollox!', it was like an extra injection of strength and motivation; shame it didn't stop me make Danny Cadamarteri look like a world beater!"

MonsterMasch · « **Reply #178 on:** August 21, 2007, 09:32:39 pm »

Tear in my eye reading that, Luis you are a true gentleman. What is also great to see is that a player from an entirely different culture has taken the time to learn and understand the Liverpool way, for that alone he IS a legend. Then the goals, the effort and the celebration

I think Tolouse on Tues would be a perfect opportunity to reply in kind... LUIS GARCIA HE DRINKS SANGRIA....

BazC · « **Reply #179 on:** August 21, 2007, 09:32:56 pm »

Quote from: MichaelA on August 21, 2007, 09:18:26 pm

Write him a lovely letter and ask him to come back.

Quote

Dear Luis,

Please, please, please come back to Liverpool. We've got you a new top striker to play with- he's Spanish too! You can now stop being jealous of Xabi's 'thing' with Stevie and make him jealous back. Go on. You know you want to.

Lots of love.

Baz

What you reckon?

Waterloo Phil · « **Reply #180 on:** August 21, 2007, 09:35:18 pm »

Nice gesture , great player just wasnt consistent enough

MichaelA · « **Reply #181 on:** August 21, 2007, 09:35:23 pm »

Stalker.

J_Bowie · « **Reply #182 on:** August 21, 2007, 09:36:37 pm »

So dissapointed he never got a farewell game, absaloute legend here the last few years scored some important goals, his killier balls could well be missed late on in games this year.
All the best Luis Garcia

The Bill Hicks Appreciation Society · « **Reply #183 on:** August 21, 2007, 09:51:42 pm »

Quote from: MichaelA on August 21, 2007, 09:35:23 pm

Stalker.

only when he scored

gregor · « **Reply #184 on:** August 21, 2007, 10:02:14 pm »

I'm going to Barca in a few weeks and they're playing Atletico that weekend, going the game can't wait to see him again.

Millie · « **Reply #185 on:** August 21, 2007, 10:22:57 pm »

I miss Luis

HiTs · « **Reply #186 on:** August 21, 2007, 10:26:06 pm »

Luis - You're still bringing us joy !!!

Commie Bobbie · « **Reply #187 on:** August 21, 2007, 10:32:13 pm »

Quote from: bryanodowd on August 21, 2007, 04:25:57 pm

Classy, he's one of those players i can see coming back to watch games in the future.

And will forever be in our hearts and songs for so many reasons.

Tetti · « **Reply #188 on:** August 21, 2007, 10:38:20 pm »

Quote from: Sweeper on August 21, 2007, 05:11:47 pm

Heres a little idea to throw into the pot.........

Easyjet do cheap flights to Madrid as we all know, why not find a date where Liverpool either don't have a game, had the game moved or generally are not playing that weekend.

We all seperately book a load of flights to Madrid (on the condition that Atletico are at home) and have an unofficial 'reds on tour' and go visit Luis at his new home at Atletico and generally spend 90 mins giving him a red and white goodbye.

Positives = good bevy, good laugh, bit of Autumn Sunshine but more importantly spend 90 minutes singing and saying goodbye to the man who got us to Istanbul. Luis would love that and it would also make him a legend amongst his new Atlectico 'family'. He loves us, we love him...why not?

Negatives = None

Lets do it!
PS
We can also officialy say thank you for Torres!

I was planning a visit to one of their games to give him his banner.

*embarrassed stalker smiley*

Pheel · « **Reply #189 on:** August 21, 2007, 10:38:33 pm »

Quote from: kingluisgarcia on August 21, 2007, 08:07:21 pm

"I'd like to especially thank you for making up a song for me and you should know that every time I heard you singing it, it was like an extra injection of strength and motivation, even helping me to overcome pain occasionally during a game."

The letter reaffirms my admiration for this guy, the post I quoted reminded me of when "Anotherspanishfan" (i think) reported back at how made up Luis was with his song.

I took this at the Wrexham pre season after Istanbul, seem to remember we kept it going ages and the lads where having a right chuckle at it.

The second one typical Luis at the Palace gam a couple of years back.

will always be remembered.

ShanksLad · « **Reply #190 on:** August 21, 2007, 10:38:50 pm »

Wonder how many of the Chelsea rent boys would write a letter like that after leaving?

Top man and goes to show how Liverpool really does get under the players skin. This goes to show why we're such a special club.

Thanks for the memories Luis - rest assured that we'll still be talking about you and remembering your contribution for decades to come.

rakey_lfc · « **Reply #191 on:** August 21, 2007, 10:54:01 pm »

My favourite memory of luis is not any of his fantastic goals against chelsea, everton, charlton, Juventus or bayern, Its from the merseyside derby.

Where we had already made 3 subs due to injuries and Luis got a knock, but instead of us going down to ten men he played on one leg for 90minutes...he went up alot in my opinion from that point, alot of european players would've gone off. Big heart and Passion for such a little fella..

Absolute hero, was more gutted to hear Garcia go then when Owen left.

Thanks for the memories Luis.

luis garcia....he drinks sangria....

Red_in_Holland · « **Reply #192 on:** August 21, 2007, 11:00:09 pm »

Its why Rafa himself said, he may be the most frustrating player to have, but he can come on and change the game for you.

Its why he was brought to LFC.. and for all our being pissed off at the balls that got away, it was the balls he PUT away that made all worthwhile.

There aren't many players out there, that you know can come from the bench, and make all the difference, very few in fact.

Lil Luis was deffo one of them.. I read he was leaving with a LOT of regret. There will be moments when we wish Luis was on the bench, I'm feckin sure of it.

Thanks Luis, for the letter, and your MAJOR contribution to us achieving no. 5.

All the very best, and success with Atletico.

RiH

Brotus · « **Reply #193 on:** August 21, 2007, 11:03:57 pm »

Don't think I ever liked a player who frustrated me as much as Luis

But seriously was gutted to see him go, a player with a huge heart. Alway one to get stuck on the pitch. Had that touch of magic too.

Best of luck Luis mate!!!

ShanksLad · « **Reply #194 on:** August 21, 2007, 11:11:11 pm »

Quote from: shangtsung on August 21, 2007, 11:05:31 pm

Money grabbing bastard only did it for a bit of good press. Wanker.

Hope you're joking.

Phil M · « **Reply #195 on:** August 21, 2007, 11:18:32 pm »

Quote from: shangtsung on August 21, 2007, 11:05:31 pm

Money grabbing bastard only did it for a bit of good press. Wanker.

Whether just keeping up the old act, or attention seking or doing a spot of fishing or whatever,
there really was no need, no really, no need.

Red_in_Holland · « **Reply #196 on:** August 21, 2007, 11:24:13 pm »

Quote from: Phil M on August 21, 2007, 11:18:32 pm

Whether just keeping up the old act, or attention seking or doing a spot of fishing or whatever,
there really was no need, no really, no need.

I can understand missing out the smilie.. but no fkin reason for him to go Trawling, when a simple rod would have done.

RiH

shangtsung · « **Reply #197 on:** August 21, 2007, 11:28:34 pm »

Calm down kid. I love Mr Garcia.

eviled · « **Reply #198 on:** August 21, 2007, 11:29:42 pm »

If he has not achieved legend status, he was well on his way there.

With his injuries, he was probably actually available to play for only about two years. In light of that, his contributions were great. He was a versatile attacking player, and when I watched him play it was too often "you cheeky bastard!" He made my heart glad so many times. And the goals he scored--I don't think anyone in recent history has scored in so many different ways. Left, right, head, (and I think he scored a goal off his chest once), long range, poachers, rockets, and lobbed shot. With his head! From outside the box! Just a joy to watch. Contributed more than his fair share of goals when we were struggling to find a Owen replacement. And always wore his heart on his sleeve and gave 100%. Seeing him backtracking and sliding into brutes 10cm and 15kg bigger always made me grin. He didn't use to do that initially, but that was one dimension of his game he added to adapt to the English game. My favourite player without a doubt. Definitely gutted when he left. And still then, he managed to do something good for us by facilitating Torres to come the other direction. Nothing but good will from me.

Mucho gracias, Luis Garcia!

LadyLala · « **Reply #199 on:** August 21, 2007, 11:40:38 pm »

Really miss him... and reading that just made me cry again.

Although I'm crying with a smile on my face...

All the best Luis!