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Fowler attracts Sydney interest

Robbie Fowler has emerged as a target for Sydney FC after the Australian club hailed the Liverpool icon as "out of the top drawer".

The former England international, who turned 32 on Monday, is not expected to be offered a new contract when his one-year Anfield deal expires this summer.

Sydney chief executive George Perry told Fox Sports: "He's been discussed at boardroom level and it shows just how determined we are to set the benchmarks in Australian football that we are serious about targeting a player of his calibre."

He added: "He's out of the top drawer and although an official approach has not yet been made, it goes without saying that if he did come to Australia it would be a huge signing for us."

Syndey had pondered an approach for West Ham veteran Teddy Sheringham but have been put off by his age.

MLS outfit New England Revolution, managed by ex-Liverpool ace Steve Nicol, have already revealed their interest in Fowler, who has started just seven games for Liverpool this season.

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