After Liverpool was robbed by Milan in the Champions League final last May, the club manager, Rafael Benitez, was outspoken in saying that the club needed to approach the summer transfer period with intensity and fervor; signing truly world-class talent. The general consensus was that Rafa wanted the club to sign an elite Striker (or two!), and a left-wing.
Throughout the summer, rumors spread regarding numerous star atheletes. Whispers that Argentine striker Carlos Tevez, or Samuel Eto'o, or David Sevilla were signing with the club all turned out unfounded. One rumor, however, turned out true when word that Fernando Torres, the young and talented striker from Atlético Madrid was heading to Liverpool.
Apparently, mullets are still a rage in Madrid. Supporters of Atlético (whom Torres had played for his whole career) were so overcome with the anger and grief of potentially losing their only true superstar, that they protested in the streets of Madrid.
Ultimately, Liverpool offered £20 million, for the 23-year-old kid to play for Liverpool. On July 4th, 2007, Torres bid farewell to Atlético Madrid fans, and Liverpool officially confirmed his transfer to the club.
Last Sunday, on August 19th, 2007, Torres made a fitting debut appearance at Anfield (home of LFC). In a match of great importance against chelsea ("the blues", one of Liverpools' top rivals for the Premeire League title), Torres received an outlet pass from team-captain midfielder Steven Gerrard, quickly moved the ball past the chelsea defender, and scored a riveting goal past the goalkeeper into to the far side of the net.
Hopefully, we will see more of this world-class finishing that Liverpool has been needing for so many years in a striker. Perhaps Torres will become the next 20 goal scorer for Liverpool?
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