Do the stats prove that the Argentinian midfielder's emphasis on defence is stifling attacking qualities at Anfield? Posted February 22, 2008 by Jaimie Kanwar
The Argentinian's "owners" are asking for £17m to seal a permanent move, but will Momo Sissoko and Peter Crouch be sold to raise the cash? Posted January 06, 2008 by hamzah khan
Not playing Javier Mascherano and then selling him could go down as one of the biggest mistakes in Premiership history. A decision like that makes it easy to see why West Ham find themselves in a relegation battle. Posted April 10, 2007 by Tom Harness
Messrs Hicks and Gillett have got to back Rafa Benitez with the funds he needs. The one thing the Anfield boss doesn't want is to lose the Argentinian's special talents to one of his team's main Champions League rivals. Posted December 20, 2007 by Marlow Hope
Ennervated West Ham manager confident new signings will elevate Hammer fortunes Posted September 05, 2006 by Reuters
With the club in freefall, the idea of the saviour from Iceland pulling things round takes the biscuit. Posted March 04, 2007 by Joe Morris
The Rossoneri sent a chilling message to Merseyside by destroying Manchester United in the rain-lashed San Siro. But Liverpool have the ability to beat the Italian giants again. Posted May 04, 2007 by Tom Harness
Rafa's Reds staged the finest European comeback of all time to beat the Italians two years ago, but who will carry off the trophy this time? Posted May 22, 2007 by Ejaz Khan
Today's news, gossip and rumour also includes Newcastle going Brazilian, an Arsenal keeper getting greedy, Everton going west and Mutch action at Birmingham. Barcelona, Manchester City, West Ham and Juventus also feature. Posted January 04, 2008 by Michael Walsh
Rafa Benitez did the obvious and defended his Argentinian's 'discussion' with referee Steve Bennett in the crucial game at Old Trafford. But Bennett was right to stand his ground and could well have set an important precedent for future conduct. Posted March 24, 2008 by Kenny Harper
Instant replays and zero tolerance are the answer to the hounding of referees by the spoilt brats of the Premier League Posted May 25, 2008 by Jason Willis
Rushing the play-maker back may have compromised his long-term future at Anfield. The Spaniard wants action ahead of Euro 2008 and with feelers from Athletico Madrid and Barcelona, he could decide to pack his bags. Posted December 10, 2007 by Jaimie Kanwar
Anfield fans might see Red, but one diehard puts the case for the unthinkable, with Xabi Alonso coming back and Fernando Torres the only one who should always start. Posted November 16, 2007 by Jaimie Kanwar
Signing coup as West Ham inks permanent contracts Posted September 04, 2006 by Reuters
With Javier Mascherano off to play a meaningless friendly with Egypt, Rafael Benitez has every right to be annoyed. It's only his much-maligned rotation policy which could save the club. Posted March 18, 2008 by Joe Clash
Fernando Torres may have been the lone star at Atletico Madrid, but the pressure's off him now and his new club can boast strength in many positions. Posted March 23, 2008 by Ed Bottomley
They haven't tasted success for 14 years but the Albicelestes are favourites - but Carlos Tevez, Javier Mascherano and Lionel Messi are working on that. Posted July 07, 2007 by Jay Jarrahi
Football certainly ain't what it used to be in the days when Spurs ruled 'nice' football. That's abundantly clear from the bizarre world of Javier Mascherano, Carlos Tevez and the Jack Palance lookalikes. Posted July 12, 2007 by Austin Coll
Coming up to Christmas and there are plenty of crackers about, including rumour and gossip from Inter Milan, AC Milan, Barcelona, Real Madrid, Tottenham, Manchester United, Blackburn and a pizza bad news for Rangers. Posted December 11, 2007 by Mark Apostolou
If you believe what the newspapers are saying, Manchester City are also set to steal a march on Chelsea and nick Anelka from Bolton. It's just gossip and rumours, of course - oh yes it is! Posted December 20, 2007 by Michael Walsh
If you act like a child then you should be treated like a child. It's certainly time the FA took a stand against petulant behaviour. Posted March 27, 2008 by gerald mclaughlin
Torres, Alonso, Crouch and Mascherano are all ready to kiss Anfield goodbye, if you believe the latest wild rumours, news and gossip. Posted February 12, 2008 by Mark Apostolou
Everyone at Anfield must be sick of the Mascherano 'will he, won't he' saga – well, apparently £17m says he will do a deal to stay. Posted February 26, 2008 by Mark Apostolou
The FA has launched its campaign to stop referees being abused and hounded on and off the pitch – but will it work in the Premier League? Posted August 11, 2008 by Bevan Bolland
He's been pilloried for his rotation policy and against Arsenal he fielded two players who were arguably not fully fit in Fernando Torres and Xabi Alonso. Now both are injured again. Posted October 30, 2007 by Sherief Razzaque
Rivals crank up the Javier Mascherano soap opera; Kevin Keegan's polishing off the Newcastle cheque book; Celtic, Juventus and Manchester City, Inter Milan, Manchester United and AC Milan are also on the rumour, news and gossip menu ... Posted January 23, 2008 by Mark Apostolou
Manchester United are also said to be after Everton defender Joleon, while Manchester City, Barcelona, Juventus and Blackburn also feature in this bulletin of news, gossip and rumours. Posted January 27, 2008 by Mark Apostolou
Another metatarsal injury looks to have ended the boxing Aussie's season. Can the Toffees push on without their talismanic midfield marauder? Posted March 25, 2008 by Ed Bottomley
Rafa Benitez has to show his ruthless side and sell Xabi Alonso, Dirk Kuyt and others to improve his team. The gamble will leave the team light on cover - but provide cash for another world-class front man. Posted December 23, 2007 by Tom Harness
So Sheffield United's relegation is confirmed - and the 'deliberate deceit' by Hammers officials over Tevez and Mascherano doesn't warrant an about-turn. Could the High Court still have a say in the matter? Posted July 04, 2007 by Philip Smith
Anfield's owners are finally coughing up, while Tottenham seem to be signing everyone in the market and Manchester City might be losing one of their biggest names. Chelsea, Manchester United, Newcastle, Rangers and Middlesbrough also feature in this bulletin of transfer rumour, news and gossip. Posted January 28, 2008 by Mark Apostolou
In a situation that's been cack-handled by FIFA, the Beijing Games could potentially throw pre-season into chaos for some of the biggest clubs in the world. Posted July 27, 2008 by 101greatgoals.com