What's New: LFC: Luis Suarez : The Latest Saga

Yet another Luis Suarez saga for Brendan to deal with. From racism rows to the Vampire Diaries, Suarez has always provided us with some form of entertainment. Mostly good, yes, but the ugly part of it has emerged far too many times. For a club the size of Liverpool's, it could prove to be one time too many for the Uruguayan. Brendan Rodgers and his men have an extremely crucial season ahead. With Champions League football awaiting, a strong summer in the transfer window is pivotal. One of the main questions remaining on everyone's minds at the present moment being ; Will Little Luis be part of those plans? Will we cash in while we still can for a player who seems to never learn from his past endeavours? This blog will explain why the latter could prove to be the best out of the two options.

The Latest Chapter.

June the 24th, 2014. Uruguay are playing Italy in a World Cup Group Stage decider. Luis Suarez and Italy defender Chiellini are both laying on the floor with pain around the penalty area. Highlights show the little Uruguayan biting the shoulder of Chiellini, with many a Liverpool fan watching the match and thinking "Oh no you've only gone and done it again". Half-hearted celebrations followed by a worried look by Suarez at full time all but showed it. He knew what was coming and what he was to expect in the following days. Oh, to be a fly-on-the-wall in Brendan Rodgers' sitting room at that moment. Whatever the 27 year old or his fellow Uruguayan team mates denied in the aftermath, the footage was clear, he bit Giorgio Chiellini. A 'somewhat' harsh worldwide ban of four months followed, and we find ourselves here again, with an enigma of a player. He has showed he can be the world's best with a football in his feet, but these incidents seem to never go away.

The Spanish Battle.

His latest biting scandal pushed to one side, it seems as though Spanish giants Barcelona and Real Madrid are still keen on taking a punt on the forward, with both teams looking to battle it out as we continue into the summer period. This is the main reason why, in my opinion, we should cash in on Luis. With an 80 million marker being brandished about by newspapers and reporters alike, cashing in may be one of the best decisions made by Liverpool in years. The mere thought of what Brendan and his team can build with the 80 million in question (not to mention the 30 million given to him by the owners added to that), makes my mouth water at the possibility of the potential that can be brought in. Though recent reports claim that Liverpool and the Spaniards are 20 million apart in valuation of the player, a price will eventually be met, and remember this... Rodgers is not a man to throw in the towel too easily. He will demand every penny of what he thinks Suarez is worth, and won't rest until he has the cash in his grasps.

Next Season's New Shape Up Without Suarez.

With Suarez gone, there is no doubt that world class reinforcements are needed to replace him. Rodgers cannot afford to 'do a Spurs', which involves selling your best player and buying a couple of average players with the money. The current transfer kitty being talked about is around the 115-120 million mark, and here is my opinion on where we should spend it ;

James Rodriguez - (Attacking Midfielder , Monaco) - 40 million

Raphael Varane - (Centre Back , Real Madrid) - 30 million

Alberto Moreno - (Left Back , Sevilla) - 20 million

Xherdan Shaqiri - (Winger , Bayern Munich) - 15 million

Alexis Sanchez - (Winger/Forward , Barcelona) - Part of Suarez deal

A decent Right Winger - 9 million

Micah Richards - (Right Back , Manchester City) - 6 million

Guillermo Ochoa - (Goalkeeper , Ajaccio) - Free Transfer

Here is how we could line up with the new rebuilt Liverpool, come August ;

Mignolet

Johnson Varane Skrtel Moreno

Gerrard

Coutinho Rodriguez

Sanchez Sturridge Shaqiri

Subs: Ochoa, Sakho, Richards, Henderson, Lucas, Lallana, Sterling

Now, I may be a little over enthusiastic with some of the players, but if you add up the prices, and axe Suarez you have a very legit listing. I do not know about the rest of you, but that line up I listed above screams Premier League contenders, (maybe even a hit at the Champions League too). This is exactly why selling Luis Suarez may be what is best to move the club forward. As long as the right players are bought as replacements, I certainly look at that possible future line up and say to myself, 'Liverpool are definitely moving in the right direction this way'.

Alexis Sanchez.

While journalists around the world are reporting an 80 million deal to be struck between the teams, others think a possible 50 million + player deal could be on the horizon, with World Cup star Alexis Sanchez being touted about. I have been saying this ever since I have heard these rumours; Bringing in Alexis as part of a player + cash deal would be far, far better than accepting just the cash. With Arsenal looking interested too, luring Sanchez to Anfield could all depend on what we decide to do with Luis Suarez. One thing is definite, Alexis Sanchez is a very gifted talent, and at just 25 years old, still has the world at his feet. Starting with a couple of outstanding performances with Chile at this summers World Cup, added to it the possibility of progressing his career even further under Rodgers, I amongst many are pleading for Alexis' signature, and for the number 7 shirt to be worn by the Chilean come next season.

"No player ever comes before the club".

Leaving money matters aside, we must look at Liverpool FC as a club, an establishment, which is another reason the Uruguayan should end his time at the club. Liverpool have always stressed their point about 'Club Over Player', and about how a club as big as Liverpool cannot be played about by anyone, no matter their abilities on the pitch. The racism row passed, Liverpool FC defended him, all was forgiven. The Ivanovic biting scandal passed, Liverpool batted an eye and once again all was forgiven. This time is different though, and with the incident list growing as the seasons pass by, a club like Liverpool should finally put their foot down, and Rodgers should finally find the courage to sell his talisman. A massive pity for a player who lifted the club on so many occasions in the past. It is time to move on, and that is exactly what the owners, a long with Brendan and Ian Ayre are planning on doing in the near future.

There is only one Luis Suarez !

From his hat tricks against Norwich, to his comical 'dive' celebration against rivals Everton, you cannot hide one fact and that is , we all love 'El Pistolero'. He has been an idol for me personally, and the departure of the Uruguayan will sadden me deeply, especially because of the reasons behind it. He has made us all smile with his performances, and his character to add to it makes Suarez a unique player, and whether it is Barcelona or Real Madrid or any other club in the world, the pitch will be lit on fire whenever Luis graces it with his presence. You never know, he might just stay at Liverpool after all. The same was said last summer about a possible exit for the striker, with speculation coming in left, right and centre. He stayed that time. This time though, it keeps looking likelier every single passing day. Stranger things have happened of course, but in my opinion, the 2-1 win against Newcastle in May was the last we have seen of the star.

I will conclude this blog with my 5 favourite goals scored by El Pistolero. Enjoy ;