Sami's likely to leave

[Xabi_is_God]

From SkySports.com

Sami Hyypia has confirmed he will sit down and discuss his future with Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez after Wednesday's UEFA Champions League final.

The Finn has given sterling service to The Reds since joining the club from Willem II in 1999.

He has featured regularly for Liverpool this term, but Benitez has made moves to bring in younger options in the centre of defence.

Hyypia is aware the writing could be on the wall for him at Anfield, but will put his future on hold until after Wednesday's meeting with Milan.

"I understand the situation and it's no problem," Hyypia told the News of the World.

"I still have one year here, but if I want to do something about it in the summer, after the Champions League final is the time to talk to the manager about what is going to happen.

"I haven't been too disappointed by the season. I've played 29 games, I'm sharp and ready for games.

"If the manager wants to sign a new centre-back, I think that's a sign for me I won't be playing much.

"After the final I will sit down, think it over and see what happens."

[Pablo]

Depends on whether we sign another CB then. If rumours of Milito are true I think he will be off to Newcastle or somewhere. Wish him all the best wherever he goes, a true Liverpool legend.

[spud_gun]

Perhaps the best £2.5m that Ged ever spent.

He's been fantastic for us.

[Eth]

I don't think he will - Rafa will hang onto him and let his contract run out - what a signing Sami has been - legend

[Maestro]

I hope Rafa convinces him to stay another season. I would love to see him collect a Premiership medal to complete his collection.

It will be a very sad day indeed when Sami Hyypiä leaves our football club.

[wavydavy]

Perhaps the best £2.5m that Ged ever spent.

He's been fantastic for us.

Legend has it in these parts that it was Peter Robinson who found him after a dutch cameraman mentioned to him that there was a tall Ron Yeats type centre half playing for Willem II. A truly outstanding servant for the club. Even his philosophical attitude over his current situation tell you everthing you need to know. Also, as far as I'm aware, he's lived in Liverpool during his entire stay. This is something I've always admired in a player.

[Eth]

Certainly deserves a testimonial

[dom9]

Couldn't agree more with all of the above.

[Rocket]

sami or didi for me as the two greatest signings in the past 10 years

[Pablo]

sami or didi for me as the two greatest signings in the past 10 years

Sami a fair way ahead of Didi for me, Sami was the best CB in the league for a good few years under Houllier. Didi was another personal favourite of mine though.

P.S. Is it 10 years service to qualify for a testimonial?

[wavydavy]

By the way chaps. There's been a tiny aeroplane buzzing over the Anfield area today with a banner attatched which reads : JERZY DUDEK THANKS LFC FAMILY AND SUPPORT" trailing behind!!

[dom9]

Really. Thats fantastic.

[Pablo]

Seriously - The Dude...aww you didnt have to, what a lovely gesture. We will never forget you wobbly legs.

[Maestro]

sami or didi for me as the two greatest signings in the past 10 years

Didi cost 8 Million though - pound for pound, Sami HAS to be number one, IMO.

[rodo]

By the way chaps. There's been a tiny aeroplane buzzing over the Anfield area today with a banner attatched which reads : JERZY DUDEK THANKS LFC FAMILY AND SUPPORT" trailing behind!!

yeah seen that flying over netherton today great touch