This is a good ploy from Rick Parry (who has had his critics over the last year or so).
Basically he is telling the fans that if SG is going to go, then he is going to have to hand in a transfer request.
Now you tell me, as true Liverpool fans, would you ever be able to hand in a transfer request to your beloved team? Regardless of what is on offer elsewhere, Liverpool FC is part of your life (for good or bad, sickness and in health......). Certainly puts the pressure on SG!
Personally, I think he will give RB one proper season - can you imagine start of next season - Alonso, Morientes, Gerrard, Baros all starting first game of season against Ipswich!