Liverpool gossip & news roundup: Stadium expansion, Lucas loves Coutinho, Aussie linked, Alex Song & more

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Here’s your roundup of some of the Liverpool stories that have broken today…

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‘Coutinho is a magician,’ claims Lucas…

Brazilian anchorman Lucas has heaped praise on countryman Coutinho, who’s been in wonderful recent form.

“I think he can achieve anything that he wants to. He has the qualities and the potential to be one of the best players in the world,” Lucas claimed.

“He is keen to learn and that is the beginning. By playing games, he will keep developing.

“I can see Philippe having a big history in football because he is a talented player and a nice guy, so it’s a good combination.”

Matt Ryan linked to Liverpool, reckons the English press…

The latest goalkeeper to be linked to Liverpool is the 22-year-old Australian no.1 Matt Ryan, who currently plies his trade in Belgium for Club Brugge.

Our scouts have been impressed by what they’ve seen of the talented stopper, but any potential transfer offer will likely be made in the summer.

Liverpool’s stadium expansion will see them match Chelsea for match-day revenue…

By expanding our stadium, Liverpool will gain an extra £25m in match-day revenue per season, which will see us match Chelsea.

However, until the Anfield road end is also developed, we’ll still reap less than rivals Arsenal and Manchester United.

Alex Song to Liverpool does the rounds yet again…

Due to his excellent performances on loan at West Ham, we could make a permanent offer for Alex Song’s services come the summer, when Barcelona will undoubtedly be happy to sell.

The 27-year-old has shone for Sam Allardyce, and we’ll likely face competition from the Hammers for his services if we were to bid for him.

Roberto Mancini warns Mario Balotelli, with striker continuing to struggle…

Mario Balotelli’s former Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has warned his former protege that he’ll ruin his career unless he sorts out his attitude…

“Mario is at risk of following the same path as Adriano. I hope that he wakes up one morning and realises that he is wasting everything,” said Mancini.

Steven Gerrard injury: Captain to miss League Cup semi-final…

Unfortunately, it’s looking more and more likely that captain Gerrard will sit out the League Cup semi-final first leg with Chelsea…

The 34-year-old picked up an injury versus Sunderland which saw him withdrawn at half-time, which will also probably see him miss the trip to Aston Villa on Saturday, too.