Boss has his say before Anfield clash with relegation candidates…
Brendan Rodgers has given his pre-match press conference before the Premier League tie with QPR at Anfield on Saturday…
The manager gave his comments on the news that Jon Flanagan will be out for a further six months (via Sky Sports), the role of the transfer committee, our top four chances, Daniel Sturridge’s trip to America and the available players for the Saturday afternoon clash.
Rodgers rated Flanagan as the Premier League’s best full-back during the latter part of 2013/14, but a decimating injury has meant he hasn’t played once all campaign, and his contract is up this summer.
Liverpool Echo journalist James Pearce live tweeted the conference, and you can follow the best of what was said, here:
Rodgers on Sturridge: “We’ve found some underlying issues related to Dan’s problems. Staff here liaising with great medics in America.”
— James Pearce (@JamesPearceEcho) May 1, 2015
Rodgers: “Daniel wants to be available, unfortunate for him on back of how fantastic he was last season..”
— James Pearce (@JamesPearceEcho) May 1, 2015
Rodgers on resting Gerrard: “It was clear. Saturday Tuesday games was always going to be difficult but he will be flying for the weekend.”
— James Pearce (@JamesPearceEcho) May 1, 2015
Rodgers: “We will look to strengthen the squad. We’ve been short on goals, not just down to strikers, it’s collective responsibility.”
— James Pearce (@JamesPearceEcho) May 1, 2015
Rodgers on Flanagan: “He’s been a big miss for us. 2nd half of last season he was arguably best full-back in the league.”
— James Pearce (@JamesPearceEcho) May 1, 2015
Rodgers: “He’s a real strong character Jon. He trained last week and looked brilliant. But for him and his career felt that he needed op.”
— James Pearce (@JamesPearceEcho) May 1, 2015
Rodgers: “Players give absolutely everything. This isn’t a team lacking effort or commitment. They will fight right to the end.”
— James Pearce (@JamesPearceEcho) May 1, 2015
Rodgers: “It would be a disappointment (to miss out on top 4). But never over until final whistle blows. We have to keep working to the end”
— James Pearce (@JamesPearceEcho) May 1, 2015
Rodgers: “When I came to #LFC I knew 100% how model works. We have a good team of people here.”
— James Pearce (@JamesPearceEcho) May 1, 2015
Rodgers: “We won 10 out of 13 and confidence was high. In couple of big games we fell short and that can dent your confidence.”
— James Pearce (@JamesPearceEcho) May 1, 2015
Rodgers: “It will be a tough game v QPR. Austin and Zamora are a real handful. We totally respect them and their fight.”
— James Pearce (@JamesPearceEcho) May 1, 2015
Rodgers confirms Lucas will be available. Sakho still out. #LFC
— James Pearce (@JamesPearceEcho) May 1, 2015