Fowler Earns New Deal At Anfield

Posted on: May 5, 2006 in Archive

Robbie Fowler will have at least another year at his spiritual footballijg home of Anfield after the striker agreed a one year extension to his Liverpool contract.

Having signed for an initial six month stint from Manchester City in January, Fowler had been uncertain as to whether manager Rafael Benitez would decide to keep his services for next season but today’s announcement will be a huge weight off the player’s shoulders.

With four league goals to his name since his return, Fowler can now enjoy the summer break, safe in the knowledge that he won’t be denied the chance to further add to his prolific Anfield scoring record.

Rafael Benitez said about the signing: “This is fantastic news. Robbie has done really well and he deserves this.

“He has scored some vital goals for us and he has worked really hard. I am delighted to have him with us for next season. He is an important member of our squad.”

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1 Comment

  • gavin6 May 8, 2006 at 9:27 pm

    Well done to Robbie Fowler, he has been passionate about his move back to Liverpool. He has stuck at it and got the results recently.

    People know of Robbie’s investments in housing in Liverpool, I’m pretty certain the financial security has made it easier for him to play for the club that he wants to play for rather than be dictated to by market forces. I think the lesson here for all of us is that if you get your financial house in order you can chooe who you want to work/play for.