Liverpool Transfers: Updates On 10 Biggest Summer Rumours

4. Hatem Ben Arfa

After attempting to lure the attacking midfielder to Liverpool in the winter window, Brendan Rodgers and the FSG look certain to table another bid. Ben Arfa is somewhat of an enigma. His talent with the ball at his feet is undeniable, but a history of injuries along with recent off-field indiscretions has led to questions being asked of his future on Tyneside. There has been talk of a swap deal involving the return of Andy Carroll to Newcastle, however this depends on whether Alan Pardew would choose to release the French international and, with Carroll available and seemingly open to the move, this may actually take place. Earlier this month Pardew came out warning Liverpool off Ben Arfa and Ben Arfa himself has said he is happy at Newcastle € but we€™ve heard this from so many players and managers before. The fact of the matter is Liverpool can pay him a higher wage and Newcastle is still not assured of top-flight football next year. He would be a good acquisition for Liverpool and would fit well into Rodgers system so, as a Liverpool fan, I would love to have him.
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