Andy Carroll's a Red!

The 22-year old striker from Newcastle United will be wearing the #9 shirt (he also wore that number with the Magpies which was the same number worn by the great Alan Shearer) that was vacated by Fernando Torres when he left for Chelsea. Carroll's a strong player and is dangerous off crosses and corners as he uses his 6'3" frame to the fullest. I've seen him play and at times -- I think of Alan Shearer as well. But if he is more resolute in his strikes and attacks he could be a Drogba-like player. So far he's scored 36 goals since his debut in 2006. Here's hoping that the new blood does wonders for Liverpool. 

On another note, I began to watch England when they had Shearer, Steve McManaman, and Gazza on board. It was a great time for English football with Robbie Fowler (another LFC legend) and Michael Owen.