Iago Aspas (Liverpool -> Sevilla -> Celta Vigo)

Because it was confirmed by Liverpool website. Not rumours

Hes been confirmed as a player,
I must have missed that bit.

Hes been confirmed as a player,
I must have missed that bit.

Liverpool have confirms and commented that a deal is done in principle Aspas, subject to documentation being completed.

Liverpool have confirms and commented that a deal is done in principle Aspas, subject to documentation being completed.

i must need glasses because I see nought on the offal on him mate

i must need glasses because I see nought on the offal on him mate

http://www.liverpoolfc.com/news/latest-news/reds-agree-aspas-deal-in-principle

http://www.liverpoolfc.com/news/latest-news/reds-agree-aspas-deal-in-principle

thanks az I'm off down to specs avers mate

http://www.liverpoolfc.com/news/latest-news/reds-agree-aspas-deal-in-principle

Was my first post which have started this topic

I'll believe it when I see the dodgy medical photos.

I'll believe it when I see the dodgy medical photos.

You old cynic you

I'll believe it when I see the dodgy medical photos.

There was already a photo of Aspas with Zaf Iqbal going into Melwood, so they must exist. They just haven't been released yet!

There was already a photo of Aspas with Zaf Iqbal going into Melwood, so they must exist. They just haven't been released yet!

Well then it's not official yet.

Well then it's not official yet.

Exactly, in principal, until Daniel Levy decides we need to spend more cash and jumps in to F**k it up. Put away thy penises Gentleman. (ladies can put away their wine)

I'm excited about this lad!

He looks very comfortable on the ball and convincing with both feet.

Brendan is doing a great job at adding real technical ability to the squad and if Aspas has anything like the creativity of Coutinho or Suarez, we are going to frighten the lives out of back fours next season.

Looking forward to seeing this deal confirmed.

By David Maddock 15 Comments
Liverpool-bound Iago Aspas insists he is not being signed to replace Kop idol Luis Suarez


As Reds wait for agent-related hitch to be resolved, Spanish forward says he's looking forward to linking up with the Uruguayan



Iago Aspas is expected to arrive at Liverpool next week, insisting he is not a ‘mini-Suarez’.

The similarities between the two forwards are clear, with the Anfield giants' likely new signing possessing both the skill and explosive personality of the man many reckon he is coming to replace.

Yet 25-year-old Aspas, who will be a £7million capture from Celta Vigo, sees himself as a substitute for no one and believes he is ready to imprint his own unique personality on the Premier League.

“Liverpool are one of the biggest clubs in the world and I am going there to take an important step in my career, not to be a replacement for anyone,” he said, as the Reds confirmed the deal.

“I think it is time for me to take the next step in my career and Liverpool can help me do that. I have confidence in my ability to move forward and to grow as a player.

“I described the move as emotional for me because it is such a big club and it means I’ve reached another level. But I am calm because I feel I am ready. I want to show that I am capable of playing at the level of this huge club.

“I am excited to be going to England – I want to play in the Premier League. And I hope I will be helped to settle there by all the Spanish speakers at the club... including Luis Suarez.”

Aspas was Celta’s top scorer in La Liga last season, with 12, as they narrowly avoided relegation.

He also created 70 ­goal-scoring opportunities – more than either Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi of Barcelona managed.

Just as Suarez has found himself in hot water for his on-pitch behaviour, Aspas does have a fiery temperament - he was banned for four matches last term after head-butting Deportivo defender Carlos Marchena.

Despite Liverpool’s ­confirmation of the transfer as they continue their summer rejig, the little forward could still be forced to wait for the deal to be completed - the Spanish federation are retaining his player ­registration while a dispute over agent rights is investigated.



http://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/liverpool-transfers-iago-aspas-says-1953630

How long does this take.  I'd like an explanation.

How long does this take.  I'd like an explanation.

that's so true.

Whats the story with this agent issue anyway?
Was he sold by a club that didn't own him?

Whats the story with this agent issue anyway?
Was he sold by a club that didn't own him?

Think I am right in saying he was owned by several parties, including Celta Vigo. The difficulty is that one of the owners owes some money for appearance rights to the Spanish FA. That's how I've interpretated it anyway. Still think its a bit premature having a player thread for the lad.

This might be a silly question but (right here, right now) has Iago Aspas signed for us or not? Is it official?

We've sold Carroll first so surely we can afford to get this tied up.

This might be a silly question but (right here, right now) has Iago Aspas signed for us or not? Is it official?

We've sold Carroll first so surely we can afford to get this tied up.

It is a silly question and no he hasn't officially signed for us yet, at the moment the queue for medicals at Melwood looks like your average A&E on a saturday night !

It is a silly question and no he hasn't officially signed for us yet

I thought, with him having a 'Player Thread' he had signed so that's why my question may have been 'silly' but you say he hasn't so... it's a silly question because?   

So it's a silly question because? 

I wasn't taking the piss or anything, just being a bit sarcastic as this sums up the summer so far and football in general, transfers that drag on for months and months..

I wasn't taking the piss or anything, just being a bit sarcastic as this sums up the summer so far and football in general, transfers that drag on for months and months..

No probs Fatso. I think.