Sven Göran-Eriksson has laughed off reports that Liverpool are
interested in signing Michael Johnson and said that they would have
to give him Anfield or Steven Gerrard in exchange.
The Manchester City boss was amused to hear that Rafa Benítez was
rumoured to be watching the England Under-21 midfielder and joked
about the player's asking price.
Johnson is seen as a key member of the Citizens' squad this term as
the club continue to exceed expectations and challenge for a top
four place.
"I have heard rumours that Liverpool wanted to buy him. I have
never asked Michael about that but he is very happy here," Eriksson
said.
"If Liverpool did come to buy him, they would have to sell their
stadium first! Or swap him for Steven Gerrard... that's the only
way he would go!
"But I don't think he wants to go anywhere. He has been playing
every game for us apart from when he was injured, so I see no
reason why he would want to go."