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Malouda eager for switch to Liverpool
Last updated at 16:22pm on 07.06.07Rafa Benitez's transfer frustrations finally showed signs of easing when Florent Malouda indicated he was ready to join Liverpool.
The £8million-rated Lyon midfielder looks bound for Anfield in the next week after the French club agreed a similar fee with Benfica for former Liverpool target Simao Sabrosa to replace him.
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Anfield interest: Florent Malouda
Malouda, 27, said: "There has been contact with Liverpool although I don't know as yet if they have shown their interest directly to Lyon. "People make their decisions based on the different leagues in different countries, but I would rather base mine on the club involved. And why not Liverpool? They are a great club."
Benitez is also interested in Valencia's left-sided midfielder David Silva. • Former Liverpool defender Tommy Smith, 62, is recovering in hospital after suffering a heart attack at his Merseyside home while mowing the lawn.
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LA Liga finishes in just over a week, I'd expect Liverpool to start the buying then... no worries.
- Stan Wilson, Liverpool, UK
I will want Liverpool to act quickly when it comes to signing new players. Chelsea always want to spoil others clubs moves. My best wishes also Tommy and his family in this difficult time. May God have mercy on him.
- Zark Saheeb, London
As a Liverpool fan of 42 years standing, I would just like to speak for all Reds in sending best wishes to Tommy Smith for a speedy recovery from the heart attack he suffered this week.
Tommy, you're a legend to us all and we want to see you back on your feet as soon as possible. All the best to one of the absolute best.
- Rob Barron, Poole, UK
