I think it’s fair to say that all of Luis Suarez’s misdeeds over the summer have been forgiven. The Uruguayan basically sold out the fans throughout the transfer window by trying to engineer moves to Arsenal and Real Madrid. When those moves failed to materialize, he was left in a fairly uncomfortable position. He could have chosen to strike. He could have put in weak performances.
Instead, he’s gone all out to prove that he still cares about Liverpool and that he doesn’t do half measures. Every time he steps out onto the pitch, he’s fired up and he brings his ‘A game’. West Brom saw just how fearsome a sight Suarez can be when he’s playing with the handbrake off. Together with Daniel Sturridge, Suarez has converted Liverpool into a team that’s capable of challenging for the title this season. Brendan Rogers will be desperate to keep hold of him during the January transfer window.
It’ll certainly be interesting to see if Arsenal and/or Madrid test the waters with another bid. I’m sure that Rodgers would tell any interested parties that he’s ‘not for sale’, but the truth is that every man has their price. What’s important is that Liverpool have transfer targets in place that they can chase when they know Suarez is on his way out of Anfield.
At the top of any such list of players, I’d like to see AC Milan’s Stephan El Shaarawy. As luck would have it, The Star claims that Liverpool are one of many clubs currently chasing after the youngster. The Italian striker/winger was Milan’s stand-out player last season. He even managed to steer home 19 goals in 46 games. That’s not a bad return for a 20-year-old. His clear ability and promise saw the Guardian list him 52nd in ‘The 100 best footballers in the world’. He’s also started to make an impact in the Italian national side (10 caps).
It’s clear that he’s set for a big future. But his career has hit a stumbling block. He’s currently behind Mario Balotelli in the pecking order at the San Siro and has only made 4 appearances this season. I can’t help but feel that he needs a change in scenery. And wouldn’t it be something is Liverpool were to offer him this? He’s one of world football’s brightest young sparks and could blossom into something very special indeed. We’re talking Luis Suarez levels of special.
If Luis Suarez moves on, Stephan El Shaarawy could go on to replace him. If he stays, then El Shaarawy could be thrust out wide. Whichever way you look at it, this looks like a smart move for Liverpool.
What’s your take? Should Brendan Rodgers join the hunt for this AC Milan star?
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