Bellamy can't wait to team up with stars
Jul 20 2006
By Nick Smith Daily Post Staff
CRAIG Bellamy is eagerly anticipating the return of Liverpool's World Cup stars next week.
The Welshman is convinced they can help him continue to create a good early impression after his debut goal at Wrexham on Saturday.
Bellamy is particularly licking his lips at the prospect of teaming up with midfield duo Xabi Alonso and Steven Gerrard, who will return from their post-World Cup break following Saturday's next pre-season warm-up at Crewe.
And after getting precious little change from Momo Sissoko when Blackburn lost twice to Liverpool in the Premiership, Bellamy already has some first-hand knowledge of the awesome unit that will be supplying him with the ammunition this season.
"No disrespect to the players I've played with before because they've all helped me in my career, but this is just another level," said Bellamy.
"Gerrard is one of the best midfielders in the world and as for Xabi Alonso, I've still to see a better passer.
"He's an incredible player, he seems to have time on the ball and is never harassed.
"Momo Sissoko was a player who I thought was awesome when I played against him last year.
"They can do a hell of a lot for me but it's about what I do as well.
"I've got to use my pace and intelligence to help them and they can be a massive help for me."
Bellamy's infatuation with Liverpool seems to have taken on a new intensity since he joined them from Blackburn.
His first chance to greet the supporters at the Racecourse on Saturday suggested that the fans are ready to reciprocate the adulation that Bellamy has already bestowed on the club.
He has enthused about Anfield, former players, his new team-mates, ex-managers and the current coach, Rafael Benitez.
Although fallings-out with previous managers have blighted Bellamy's career at other clubs, particularly Newcastle, when he has admiration for the men he plays under, like his former Welsh manager Mark Hughes at Blackburn last season, it brings the best out of him on the pitch.
So being motivated to produce his top form for Benitez shouldn't be a problem.
"As a fan from the outside I liked what he has done, and being involved I can see why he has done so well," Bellamy added.
"I knew what to expect because I spoke to one or two people but he's surpassed all that.
"I wouldn't want to give too much away but it's no coincidence why he's been successful just from what I've seen in the first week and a half.
"It's a really good time to be involved with Liverpool."
Jul 20 2006
By Nick Smith Daily Post Staff
CRAIG Bellamy is eagerly anticipating the return of Liverpool's World Cup stars next week.
The Welshman is convinced they can help him continue to create a good early impression after his debut goal at Wrexham on Saturday.
Bellamy is particularly licking his lips at the prospect of teaming up with midfield duo Xabi Alonso and Steven Gerrard, who will return from their post-World Cup break following Saturday's next pre-season warm-up at Crewe.
And after getting precious little change from Momo Sissoko when Blackburn lost twice to Liverpool in the Premiership, Bellamy already has some first-hand knowledge of the awesome unit that will be supplying him with the ammunition this season.
"No disrespect to the players I've played with before because they've all helped me in my career, but this is just another level," said Bellamy.
"Gerrard is one of the best midfielders in the world and as for Xabi Alonso, I've still to see a better passer.
"He's an incredible player, he seems to have time on the ball and is never harassed.
"Momo Sissoko was a player who I thought was awesome when I played against him last year.
"They can do a hell of a lot for me but it's about what I do as well.
"I've got to use my pace and intelligence to help them and they can be a massive help for me."
Bellamy's infatuation with Liverpool seems to have taken on a new intensity since he joined them from Blackburn.
His first chance to greet the supporters at the Racecourse on Saturday suggested that the fans are ready to reciprocate the adulation that Bellamy has already bestowed on the club.
He has enthused about Anfield, former players, his new team-mates, ex-managers and the current coach, Rafael Benitez.
Although fallings-out with previous managers have blighted Bellamy's career at other clubs, particularly Newcastle, when he has admiration for the men he plays under, like his former Welsh manager Mark Hughes at Blackburn last season, it brings the best out of him on the pitch.
So being motivated to produce his top form for Benitez shouldn't be a problem.
"As a fan from the outside I liked what he has done, and being involved I can see why he has done so well," Bellamy added.
"I knew what to expect because I spoke to one or two people but he's surpassed all that.
"I wouldn't want to give too much away but it's no coincidence why he's been successful just from what I've seen in the first week and a half.
"It's a really good time to be involved with Liverpool."
If he does then surely for the price we got him he'd be be one of the buys of the season.
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