20 April 2006

Ludovic Giuly has emerged as a potential target for Anfield boss Rafael Benitez and incoming Ibrox manager Paul Le Guen

The versatile attacking star scored the winning goal for Barcelona against AC Milan in midweek but has found holding down a regular place in Frank Rijkaard's star-studded line-up difficult this season.

French international Giuly is under contract for one more season only at the Nou Camp and has failed to reach agreement with the club over an extension.

That has alerted Liverpool and Rangers, as well as Inter Milan and Galatasary according to respected French paper L'Equipe.

Source - FansFC

20 April 2006

Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez is reportedly monitoring the contractual situation of Ludovic Giuly at Barcelona.

The Frenchman scored the crucial goal in the 1-0 victory in the UEFA Champions League semi-final in Milan this week but has not been a regular starter under Frank Rijkaard.

Although keen to remain in Catalunya, the 29-year-old has been unable to agree a two-year extension to his contract, with Barca believed to only be prepared to offer another year to his present deal, which expires in 2007.

French daily L'Equipe claims Benitez is a great admirer of Giuly's talents and will await any developments regarding the contract negotiations.

Lyon, Monaco, Galatasaray, Internazionale and Rangers are also said to be ready to enter any chase for his signature, if they are given the green light in the summer.

The former Monaco star has not given up hope of representing France at the World Cup finals this summer as he strives for Champions League glory with Barca after making such an impact against Milan.

Liverpool will certainly be in the market for new blood during the close season and Benitez will be busy drawing up his transfer plans. Source - Sky Sports