Ruthless Blues kick out Lamps

[Old Master]

Ruthless Blues kick out Lamps
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By SHAUN CUSTIS
Last Updated: 26th December 2012

GUTTED Frank Lampard has been told by his beloved Chelsea: Find yourself another club.

Blues legend Lamps scored a 25-yard belter and got a standing ovation from the Stamford Bridge faithful as he skippered his team to a stunning 8-0 victory over Aston Villa last Sunday.

But the 34-year-old has been told his Blues career is over and that he can find a new team on January 1.

A Stamford Bridge insider confirmed: “Frank is absolutely distraught.

“He wants to keep playing for Chelsea but they’ve told him to find another club in the January transfer window. He can’t believe it. All he wants to do is play for Chelsea. This club means everything to him.”

But that loyalty is lost on the ruthless Blues, who are unmoved by Lampard’s dozen years of loyal service.

During that time he has helped Chelsea to the Champions League, three Premier League titles, four FA Cups and two League Cups.

Lampard’s contract is up in the summer and he was hoping his displays on the field would persuade the club he was worth keeping. But the England midfielder was told BEFORE Sunday’s mauling of Villa that he could go.

Our source added: “Frank worships the club — and especially the fans — and would happily have seen out his career at Stamford Bridge.

“After everything he has done for Chelsea, he cannot believe the way the club are throwing him out so callously.

“Anyone who saw his performance against Aston Villa will know he should be the first name on the team sheet.

“To think he went into that game knowing the club don’t want him and then to play the way he did tells you what an unbelievable professional Frank is.”

I wonder if Sir Alex might just nip in and sign him up to stabilise his defensive mid-field?

[Litmanen]

I'll believe it when i see it.

I wonder if he's just asking for a ridiculous wage, and making the club sound bad too, there's definitely a chance of that. ( though that would be out of character for Frank).

[Los Del Eague]

Big decisions have to made if you want to remain successful
I wish Liverpool would have gotten rid of Gerrard and kept Xabi.
Also Downing, Carragher and Reina too.

Ferguson has always been happy to lose a big name player and its not
Done Utd much harm over the years.

I still think Lampard can do a job in the prem and yes I'd have him at Anfield.

[Le King]

Big decisions have to made if you want to remain successful
I wish Liverpool would have gotten rid of Gerrard and kept Xabi.
Also Downing, Carragher and Reina too.

Ferguson has always been happy to lose a big name player and its not
Done Utd much harm over the years.

I still think Lampard can do a job in the prem and yes I'd have him at Anfield.

I agree with that Gerrard alonso one. Stevie G was always going to burn out early after so many yrs of carrying liverpool. Shoulda sold him to chelsea or madrid

[BTAC]

Big decisions have to made if you want to remain successful
I wish Liverpool would have gotten rid of Gerrard and kept Xabi.
Also Downing, Carragher and Reina too.

Ferguson has always been happy to lose a big name player and its not
Done Utd much harm over the years.

I still think Lampard can do a job in the prem and yes I'd have him at Anfield.

We didn't have a choice with Xabi.

[swannsong]

Maybe Man U could sign up Lampard to replace their ageing stars in Giggs and Scholes

[Los Del Eague]

We didn't have a choice with Xabi.

Yeah we did, Rafa created the situation with Xabi, until that he never wanted to leave.

[BTAC]

We didn't have a choice with Xabi.

Yeah we did, Rafa created the situation with Xabi, until that he never wanted to leave.

Xabi was average at best for two seasons when Rafa wanted to cash in on him. Didn't hear anyone whinging at the time.

[Litmanen]

We didn't have a choice with Xabi.

Yeah we did, Rafa created the situation with Xabi, until that he never wanted to leave.

Xabi was average at best for two seasons when Rafa wanted to cash in on him. Didn't hear anyone whinging at the time.

I thought he had a personal issue with Rafa over him not playing due to his daughter being born ?

[Los Del Eague]

We didn't have a choice with Xabi.

Yeah we did, Rafa created the situation with Xabi, until that he never wanted to leave.

Xabi was average at best for two seasons when Rafa wanted to cash in on him. Didn't hear anyone whinging at the time.

You obviously aren't from Liverpool then, or went to the games.
He played his role brilliantly, no-one and I mean no-one at Anfield wanted him to leave.

[El Capitano]

I still think Lampard can do a job in the prem and yes I'd have him at Anfield.

Yeah, the Gerrard/Lampard combo did wonders for the National team. Seems the Joe 'Messi' Cole signing has taught you nothing.

[Los Del Eague]

I thought he had a personal issue with Rafa over him not playing due to his daughter being born ?

Correct, he was at the birth of his daughter, Rafa took exception to it and told the press he was going to use him as part of a swap deal to get Barry. It back fired massive and many Liverpool fans back home turned against Rafa due to that.
And it still rankles with many, including me.

[Los Del Eague]

I still think Lampard can do a job in the prem and yes I'd have him at Anfield.

Yeah, the Gerrard/Lampard combo did wonders for the National team. Seems the Joe 'Messi' Cole signing has taught you nothing.

Find me the part where I said Cole was a great signing.
Also where I said the partnership of him and Gerrard would be great.

Lampard is a better proposition than Shelvey, Henderson and Allen at the moment.
A 2 year deal while they mature and develop would be beneficial to Liverpool.
It won't happen though, I'd expect him to stay in London at Spurs or QPR.

[BTAC]

Yeah we did, Rafa created the situation with Xabi, until that he never wanted to leave.

Xabi was average at best for two seasons when Rafa wanted to cash in on him. Didn't hear anyone whinging at the time.

I thought he had a personal issue with Rafa over him not playing due to his daughter being born ?

Xabi wanted to leave as soon as Rafa told him he was available to raise funds. The Madrid came knocking and the rest is history. I've got zero qualms with Rafa thinking Alonso was surplus to requirements, he was the epitome of average the two seasons prior to 08/09.

[BTAC]

Yeah we did, Rafa created the situation with Xabi, until that he never wanted to leave.

Xabi was average at best for two seasons when Rafa wanted to cash in on him. Didn't hear anyone whinging at the time.

You obviously aren't from Liverpool then, or went to the games.
He played his role brilliantly, no-one and I mean no-one at Anfield wanted him to leave.

No I'm not from Liverpool, nor did I go to the games. Ouch, that one landed.

He was the epitome of average for the two seasons prior to that. People can argue it was down to injuries or whatever, but the fact of the matter was that he was nothing special at all. Rafa was dead on to think he was replaceable at that point in time.

[Litmanen]

^^^
My guess is that if Rafa had realised that the Liverpool owners were going to give him zero funds he would have kept him though.

[Nice One Cyril]

He'll be joining Uncle 'Arry I think

[Los Del Eague]

No I'm not from Liverpool, nor did I go to the games. Ouch, that one landed.

He was the epitome of average for the two seasons prior to that. People can argue it was down to injuries or whatever, but the fact of the matter was that he was nothing special at all. Rafa was dead on to think he was replaceable at that point in time.

And you epitomise the standard out of town fan that has NFI and gains all his knowledge from forums, media sites or Wikipedia.

Everything you have stated about Xabi couldn't be further from the truth.

[Los Del Eague]

^^^
My guess is that if Rafa had realised that the Liverpool owners were going to give him zero funds he would have kept him though.

Nothing to do with the owners Litty, he made a balls up by ostracising him with his Barry claims to the media, he should have stayed and I think Rafa will have regretted losing him.

[El Capitano]

I still think Lampard can do a job in the prem and yes I'd have him at Anfield.

Yeah, the Gerrard/Lampard combo did wonders for the National team. Seems the Joe 'Messi' Cole signing has taught you nothing.

Find me the part where I said Cole was a great signing.
Also where I said the partnership of him and Gerrard would be great.

Lampard is a better proposition than Shelvey, Henderson and Allen at the moment.
A 2 year deal while they mature and develop would be beneficial to Liverpool.
It won't happen though, I'd expect him to stay in London at Spurs or QPR.

Not gonna waste my time. The fact that you would actually have Lampard says a lot about Liverpool's current state and yourself as a supporter... NFI

[Bomber]

Not gonna waste my time

Promise?

[El Capitano]

Not gonna waste my time

Promise?

Yes. I'm on holidays... I shouldn't be schooling you and your friends.

[BTAC]

No I'm not from Liverpool, nor did I go to the games. Ouch, that one landed.

He was the epitome of average for the two seasons prior to that. People can argue it was down to injuries or whatever, but the fact of the matter was that he was nothing special at all. Rafa was dead on to think he was replaceable at that point in time.

And you epitomise the standard out of town fan that has NFI and gains all his knowledge from forums, media sites or Wikipedia.

Everything you have stated about Xabi couldn't be further from the truth.

Alright pal. I suppose Rafa had NFI too.

[Los Del Eague]

Not gonna waste my time. The fact that you would actually have Lampard says a lot about Liverpool's current state

It does indeed, we're shite and have gone from the best midfield in the world to the most laughable.
Shelvey and Henderson need time to develop if they're ever going to turn into decent players, Gerrard still has a groin problem that prevents him from playing to the capacity he once did, he can not fully rotate or extend his hip flexor like he used to do, hence no more shooting from outside of the box with his normal power.......sadly he's his best and not going to get it back.

Soooooooo on that basis.....is it really a bad idea to bring in someone of Lampards experience and ability while the young lads develop?

[Los Del Eague]

No I'm not from Liverpool, nor did I go to the games. Ouch, that one landed.

He was the epitome of average for the two seasons prior to that. People can argue it was down to injuries or whatever, but the fact of the matter was that he was nothing special at all. Rafa was dead on to think he was replaceable at that point in time.

And you epitomise the standard out of town fan that has NFI and gains all his knowledge from forums, media sites or Wikipedia.

Everything you have stated about Xabi couldn't be further from the truth.

Alright pal. I suppose Rafa had NFI too.

Stick with Wikipedia, you'll go far x

[The Kop]

Not gonna waste my time. The fact that you would actually have Lampard says a lot about Liverpool's current state

It does indeed, we're shite and have gone from the best midfield in the world to the most laughable.
Shelvey and Henderson need time to develop if they're ever going to turn into decent players, Gerrard still has a groin problem that prevents him from playing to the capacity he once did, he can not fully rotate or extend his hip flexor like he used to do, hence no more shooting from outside of the box with his normal power.......sadly he's his best and not going to get it back.

Soooooooo on that basis.....is it really a bad idea to bring in someone of Lampards experience and ability while the young lads develop?

Can I disagree with you without getting superfan nonsense in return?

Lampard would command massive wages, has a questionable injury record and is turning 35 next season. I hope we’ve learnt our lesson from Joe Cole.
He’s nailed on to be an MLS/Chinese Super League/Arab State marquee player on ridiculous wages.

Not saying centre of midfield can’t do with reinforcements but it’s not the biggest priority at the moment. I’m more concerned about poor finishing and lack of movement in final third (bar Suarez).

[Bomber]

Not gonna waste my time

Promise?

Yes. I'm on holidays... I shouldn't be schooling you and your friends.

But you still cant help yourself "wasting time" all the same. Maybe just easily distracted, which figures. Best look ahead, and stick to the flock's track before you bump into a fellow's behind.

[BTAC]

Not gonna waste my time. The fact that you would actually have Lampard says a lot about Liverpool's current state

It does indeed, we're shite and have gone from the best midfield in the world to the most laughable.
Shelvey and Henderson need time to develop if they're ever going to turn into decent players, Gerrard still has a groin problem that prevents him from playing to the capacity he once did, he can not fully rotate or extend his hip flexor like he used to do, hence no more shooting from outside of the box with his normal power.......sadly he's his best and not going to get it back.

Soooooooo on that basis.....is it really a bad idea to bring in someone of Lampards experience and ability while the young lads develop?

Can I disagree with you without getting superfan nonsense in return?

Lampard would command massive wages, has a questionable injury record and is turning 35 next season. I hope we’ve learnt our lesson from Joe Cole.
He’s nailed on to be an MLS/Chinese Super League/Arab State marquee player on ridiculous wages.

Not saying centre of midfield can’t do with reinforcements but it’s not the biggest priority at the moment. I’m more concerned about poor finishing and lack of movement in final third (bar Suarez).

Not likely.

[Los Del Eague]

Can I disagree with you without getting superfan nonsense in return?

Lampard would command massive wages, has a questionable injury record and is turning 35 next season. I hope we’ve learnt our lesson from Joe Cole.
He’s nailed on to be an MLS/Chinese Super League/Arab State marquee player on ridiculous wages.

Not saying centre of midfield can’t do with reinforcements but it’s not the biggest priority at the moment. I’m more concerned about poor finishing and lack of movement in final third (bar Suarez).

Reasoned arguments are fine, when you start stating shit like Alonso was poor for 2 seasons you'll get the same short thrift

Yep, the fat boy would want big dollars, and as I said he wouldn't join us in a million years but I'd still give him a call.
The forward line is supposedly getting strengthened with Sturridge, we have Sterling, Suso, Borini, Assaidi and Pacheco all developing well but our midfield gets walked over far too often for it to be a support for the forward line, shit, even young boys strolled through it.

Our defence is ok, when Rodgers stops dicking about with it, leave Enrique as LB, leave GJ as RB and Skrtel and Agger are fine, Coates, Kelly and Wisdom are capable replacements. Our midfield has nothing....Gerrard struggling, Shelvey and Henderson not ready yet for full games every week, Downing is rank, Allen is hot n cold....that leaves Lucas, just back from injury, he can't hold the midfield all on his own. Lampard would fill a gap, he is still good enough for a season and a half and by then we either have the young lads ready or we've got somebody else.

[BTAC]

Can I disagree with you without getting superfan nonsense in return?

Lampard would command massive wages, has a questionable injury record and is turning 35 next season. I hope we’ve learnt our lesson from Joe Cole.
He’s nailed on to be an MLS/Chinese Super League/Arab State marquee player on ridiculous wages.

Not saying centre of midfield can’t do with reinforcements but it’s not the biggest priority at the moment. I’m more concerned about poor finishing and lack of movement in final third (bar Suarez).

Reasoned arguments are fine, when you start stating cabernet like Alonso was poor for 2 seasons you'll get the same short thrift

Yep, the fat boy would want big dollars, and as I said he wouldn't join us in a million years but I'd still give him a call.
The forward line is supposedly getting strengthened with Sturridge, we have Sterling, Suso, Borini, Assaidi and Pacheco all developing well but our midfield gets walked over far too often for it to be a support for the forward line, cabernet, even young boys strolled through it.

Our defence is ok, when Rodgers stops dicking about with it, leave Enrique as LB, leave GJ as RB and Skrtel and Agger are fine, Coates, Kelly and Wisdom are capable replacements. Our midfield has nothing....Gerrard struggling, Shelvey and Henderson not ready yet for full games every week, Downing is rank, Allen is hot n cold....that leaves Lucas, just back from injury, he can't hold the midfield all on his own. Lampard would fill a gap, he is still good enough for a season and a half and by then we either have the young lads ready or we've got somebody else.

Ignoring the Alonso issue, as it's clearly a touchy subject for you, how on earth are Borini, Assaidi, & Pacheco developing well?

Borini has been out injured for a couple of months, isn't likely to return until late January. He didn't show much prior to his injury either.

Assaidi has seen less pitch time than Joe Fucking Cole this season.

Pacheco, as talented as he is, clearly is on the move as soon as someone is willing to take him, so why even mention him?