Kop-Talk :
Liverpool legend Ian Rush says he'll be surprised if the club don't
try to re-sign Michael Owen in the summer.
If anyone knows a thing or two about scoring goals, then Ian Rush
is your man and according to him, Rafa must address the issue and
quick if the Reds wants to challenge Chelsea next season.
Writing for the Echo, Rush said: "I'm certain Rafa Benitez's top
priority before next season will be to bring in a striker capable
of scoring 20 goals a season.
"When he's done this, the Reds will be in a much stronger position
to challenge Chelsea.
"Naturally the strikers are getting most criticism for the goal
return, although I think much of it is unfair.
"You can only play to your strengths, and it's clear neither
Fernando Morientes, nor Peter Crouch, are prolific
goalscorers.
"They possess other qualities which can bring something to the
team, so those who point the finger at their scoring record are
missing the point. You can't make a player something he isn't, no
matter how good a coach you are.
"What Benitez lacks with his forward options is variety. He needs a
world class striker before the start of next season. Unfortunately,
they're not always easy to find, particularly at the right
price.
"The only one I can think of for around, say, £12m, is Michael
Owen. Given his price and the fact it wouldn't be a gamble to bring
him back, I'd be amazed if he isn't on the shortlist this
summer."
