When Roy Hodgson was asked the question about Fernando Torres’ future, he suggested that he was in the dark about it and the media should look to Christian Purslow for answers as he is the one that has been in Spain negotiating with the striker. I found that a little confusing, but at least it explains where the problem lies.

If Torres needed convincing that his future should remain at Anfield then it goes without saying that Roy Hodgson would be the man camped in Spain talking with Torres; I mean with respect to Purslow, he is hardly the man to be talking tactics and grand plan’s with. No the negotiations must surely be financial and if that is the case, this is one deal we cannot afford to baulk on.

Hodgson eluded in the same interview that the discussions with Torres are over issues prior to his arrival. If that is the case then that is extremely reassuring and shows that he remains content at Anfield and the only problems are all contractual; I am sure his terms are likely to have changed, given the reported interest from City and Chelsea, but can we as a football club really afford not to reach a compromise? Failing to agree terms and allowing Torres to move on is one thing, but how the hell do you go about replacing him? The club need to move quickly to resolve this issue, so Hodgson has every opportunity to get the squad ready for what is an incredibly important season for Liverpool football club. Torres would play a huge part in that process and therefore it is vital he is retained at Anfield.

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