Reds to gain
Kromkamp for Josemi
Dutch international Jan Kromkamp is set to join Liverpool from
Villarreal in an exchange deal which will see right-back Josemi
move in the opposite direction.
The 25-year-old Dutchman, who can play in midfield or defence, will
tie up the deal if he agrees personal terms.
Villarreal said in a statement: "We have reached an agreement with
Liverpool for the transfer of Jan Kromkamp and the arrival of
Josemi.
"The agreement is between the clubs and must be agreed by both
players."
Villarreal have not announced whether the deal will be a straight
swap or whether a fee will also be involved.
Rafael Benitez made Josemi, 26, his first signing as Liverpool boss
in July 2004, buying him from Malaga for £2m.
But the Spanish player, whose full name is Jose Miguel Gonzalez,
has struggled to break into the first team after a series of
injuries.
Kromkamp is also not a regular at Villareal and has only made six
appearances for the senior side this season.
The former AZ Alkmaar player made his international debut against
Sweden in August 2004 and has since won eight caps under coach
Marco van Basten.
