Home Authors Nick Smith

Nick Smith

Peter Crouch

Arsenal to pull out of Crouch race if Adebayor stays

LIVERPOOL have suffered another blow in their attempts to raise transfer funds with the sale of Peter Crouch. Read

Joseph Yobo and Tony Hibbert

Everton sweating on Joseph Yobo and Tony Hibbert

EVERTON are facing a potential defensive injury crisis ahead of the new season. Read

Nikola Saric and Andrea Dossena

Rafa Benitez to seal double capture of Nikola Saric and Andrea Dossena

LIVERPOOL are set to complete two transfer deals – after beating a host of top clubs to one of Europe’s most promising young strikers. Read

Everton chief Keith Wyness calls for financial balance

EVERTON are calling for help in trying to close the “dangerous” gap between Champions League and UEFA Cup prize money. Read

Alvaro Arbeloa is welcomed to Melwood by Rafael Benitez - Picture: EDDIE BARFORD

Alvaro Arbeloa wants Cristiano Ronaldo to join Real Madrid

ALVARO ARBELOA has echoed the thoughts of all Premier League defenders – by admitting he hopes Cristiano Ronaldo joins his former club Real Madrid. Read

Joleon Lescott - England

Joleon Lescott: Lee Carsley hard to replace

JOLEON LESCOTT reckons replacing Lee Carsley will be Everton’s toughest task in the transfer window. Read

Liverpool FC's Martin Skrtel

Martin Skrtel happy to throw himself into the skirmish

MARTIN SKRTEL has pinpointed his liking for the physical battle as the secret of his early Anfield success. Read

Yossi Benayoun

Yossi Benayoun may be sold to raise cash

LIVERPOOL will consider cashing in on Yossi Benayoun if they receive any concrete offers. Read

Andrew Johnson

Everton to reassure Andrew Johnson on future

ANDREW JOHNSON is set to be reassured of his Everton future in the face of another round of speculation suggesting he is up for sale. Read

EFC manager David Moyes

David Moyes pleased to see marathon campaign finish

DAVID MOYES received a welcome boost ahead of Everton’s pre-season preparations when his African contingent emerged largely unscathed from their final round of World Cup qualifiers. Read

Xabi Alonso

Juve set to make bid for Xabi Alonso

JUVENTUS are set to make their first official move for Xabi Alonso this week after the player hinted he fancied a move to Italy. Read

Chelsea may be Michael Ballack's last club as a professional footballer

GERMANY captain Michael Ballack admits Chelsea may be his last club as a professional footballer. Read

Rafa Benitez

Rafa Benitez set to be handed a double financial boost for summer spending

RAFAEL BENITEZ has received a double boost in his bid to raise transfer funds for Gareth Barry and David Silva. Read

Everton FC's Tim Cahill

Tim Cahill is desperate to build on last season at Everton

TIM CAHILL has revealed his burning desire to help Everton build on last season’s achievements. Read

Tranmere Rovers to host Liverpool on July 12th

LIVERPOOL will play Tranmere Rovers in a pre-season friendly for the first time in 15 years next month. Read

silva 100

Rafa Benitez may look to secure David Silva signing

LIVERPOOL are weighing up a move for Spain’s Euro 2008 star David Silva. Read

Everton FC's Ayegbeni Yakubu

Ayegbeni Yakubu keen to start scoring again for Everton

YAKUBU is desperate to start hitting the goal trail once again ahead of his return to pre-season training with Everton. Read

Chance to play in Paris XI

LIVERPOOL youngsters have the chance to put their England credentials to the test this weekend. Read

Jamie Carragher leads tributes as John Arne Riise signs in at AS Roma

JOHN ARNE RIISE revealed his craving for a new challenge prompted his switch from the Premier League to Italy. Read

John Arne Riise

John Arne Riise ends his Anfield career

JOHN ARNE RIISE’S Liverpool career finally came to an end last night when Roma confirmed his signing. Read

Author Profile

Nick Smith is deputy sports editor of the Liverpool Daily Post. He has covered Liverpool and Everton football clubs - as well as Blackburn Rovers! - at home and abroad during his 10 years as a sports writer. Tel: 0151 472 2588

E-Newsletter Sign Up

E-Newsletter Sign Up

FREE news by email

Receive the latest Liverpool Daily Post news and sport direct to your inbox. Sign up for our free E-Newsletters. Read

Your Post

Help us make the news - contact us with your stories, pictures and videos ...