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by **tubby** » Mon Apr 03, 2006 9:12 am

I think once hes gone through a full pre season and rested properly he will be a lot better next season which is only good for us.

I wonder if he keeps scoring , will Sven maybe trake him.

by **LiverpoolMadman** » Mon Apr 03, 2006 9:33 am

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Robbie Fowler is targeting a new deal at Liverpool and manager Rafa Benitez has offered him some words of encouragement.

The scouser returned to his roots in January when signing a six-month deal after being allowed to leave Manchester City.

Fowler has understandably taken some time to find his match sharpness, but he fired out a warning with the opening goal in Liverpool's win over West Brom on Saturday.

Having produced an impressive display, Fowler confirmed his intention to earn an extended stay at Anfield.

"Without a shadow of a doubt I want to stay," said the 30-year-old. "Having waited so long to come back, I'd love to make my second spell here a long one.

"Nothing has been decided yet. I've just got to wait for the manager. Nothing has been said and I'll just keep trying to play my football until something happens.

"I've not scored as many goals as I would have liked but I've been relatively pleased with my performances. But it's not for me to say who should get a new contract - that's the manager's decision."

Benitez has been pleased with Fowler's contribution and admits a couple more goals could see a deal being put in front of the forward

"His future is not a problem," said the Reds boss. "If he scores one or two more goals then that is fine, but the question will be what he can give to us as a club and a team.

"We do not have to make that decision now. We're in no hurry to do so because we still have a few weeks left."

by **RAFABENITEZ** » Mon Apr 03, 2006 10:08 am

Simple answer, YES.

by **JC_81** » Mon Apr 03, 2006 11:08 am

Keep him. Not the same player we sold but still a very dangerous striker who has a passion for the club that can only be a good thing for the dressing room. He's getting sharper, isn't on high wages and won't mind if he's just a squad player next season - why the hell would we not keep him?

Of course Benitez won't come out and say he's keeping Fowler - because he's trying to get the best out of Fowler for the next few games and obviously Robbie's going to be even more focussed if he's playing for a contract. It's just a smart ploy by Benitez to delay an announcement on this issue. I'll be amazed if Benitez does not offer Fowler a 1-year deal, maybe with the option of a further year depending on appearances/goals.

by **Dundalk** » Mon Apr 03, 2006 11:18 am

Keep him, even it is only to come on as a sub for the last 20 mins, he still has something to offer

by **RichardLFC1** » Mon Apr 03, 2006 11:39 am

i would keep him over morientes but i think we need a new striker

by **Trewyn** » Mon Apr 03, 2006 11:40 am

Sign him, keep him!
After he turns 40, he can always coach our future strikers.

by **HacksawJimDuggin** » Mon Apr 03, 2006 12:30 pm

Agree with the majority here - we should re-sign him. He is looking sharper every week and will chip in with his fair share of goals. Noticed on Saturday that the old Fowler touch is coming back. He controlled an Alonso pass over his shoulder brilliantly and almost made a chance for himself.

by **woof woof !** » Mon Apr 03, 2006 12:33 pm

john craig wrote:Keep him. Not the same player we sold but still a very dangerous striker who has a passion for the club that can only be a good thing for the dressing room. He's getting sharper, isn't on high wages and won't mind if he's just a squad player next season - why the hell would we not keep him?

Spot on .

Robbie's QUALITY is still obvious . Well worth another season at least .

by **RED ANT** » Mon Apr 03, 2006 12:48 pm

i suspect robbie's already shown enough to warrant a new contract but rafa keeping quiet will just push him harder to prove his worth

by **48-1119859832** » Mon Apr 03, 2006 1:19 pm

I'd like to see Robbie here next season, he's shown that he still has and eye for goal even if he isn't fully fit and deemed a former shawdow of himself. As most say he won't cost much, he won't take too much cash home with him and he's an iconic figure amongst the club which can only be an inspiration to everyone connected with the club.

by **Ace Ventura** » Mon Apr 03, 2006 1:27 pm

I dont think it should be in question whether we should extend his contract.
He has been brilliant imo, and underused as well.

He should be starting games alongside Crouch, and then coming off when he tires...usually around the 70 minute mark.
His movement and touch have been great, and there is only one game i think he hasn't looked our best threat when he was on the pitch...Charlton at home.
I think he would be a great character in the dressing room and his attitude has been spot on.
I would give him a one year extension, with the option of a second year depending on appearances and goals.

by **ynwa** » Mon Apr 03, 2006 1:29 pm

i think will surpise us. he will keep them all or he he has somthing up his sleeve with a big top stiker meaning that aleast two strikers will leave. the two that will leave in rafas mind will be nado and cisse

by **stmichael** » Mon Apr 03, 2006 1:51 pm

I dont see the harm in keeping him. He is going to be costing us bugger all is he? I'm sure I saw Ken Bates on Sky a little while back and he said that Leeds were paying his wages until 2007 so if he is still costing us nowt, whats the harm in keeping him in the squad?

Surely his presence and experience within the camp will be worthy of at least another year. I think Rafa rates him too much in the LFC set up to let him go after 6 months. Plus he's still the best finisher in the squad.

by **65-1140560321** » Mon Apr 03, 2006 4:21 pm

I dont see how fowler can earn a new contract if Rafa is keeping him mostly on the bench!

I'll bet he gets a 1 year deal, to keep the fans happy.

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