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BRENDAN RODGERS deserves credit for extracting the best out of Liverpool FC’s “forgotten men” according to former Anfield favourite Craig Johnston.
A news article on 2013-04-04 07:00:00 from: Liverpool Echo
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Craig Bellamy has revealed he is going through the ‘worst time in his life’ following the death of his close friend and former Wales manager Gary Speed. Craig Bellamy has been going through the ‘worst time in his life’ since Gary Speed’s death (Picture: Ian Hodgson) Speed shocked the footballing world when he committed suicide last November and Bellamy has admitted he can’t believe how badly it has affected him. The Cardiff striker played with Speed at Newcastle from 2001-04 and played under him when he was Wales manager last year. Speed was found hanged at his home aged 42 and Bellamy has struggled to cope since his passing, and has been forced to move out of his family home. Gary Speed and Craig Bellamy played together for three years at Newcastle (Picture: Mike Hewitt) ‘Losing my best mate has affected everything, I can’t believe how hard it is,’ said Bellamy.‘He was the best mate I’ve ever had, it’s sad but unfortunately it got to my marriage – I’m here and she’s there.‘I don’t know if that’s it for us, all I know is that my best mate has gone and I’m struggling, I can’t lie.’The 33-year-old admitted life at home is particularly hard and he doesn’t care about football at the moment. ‘I’ve been living on my own for eight weeks now,’ said the former Manchester City and Liverpool striker. ‘There’s no-one else involved, I wish there was. ‘I wish I had someone and I wish she (Claire, his wife) had someone – that would make it easier.‘It’s hit me hard, it’s nothing to do with football and it’s nothing to do with me as a footballer – I couldn’t give a s*** about football.‘It’s about real people, human beings, kids and families – it’s the worst time in my life ever.’Bellamy joined Cardiff over the summer and played in their two opening fixtures of the season before picking up a calf injury. Cardiff recently denied reports he was considering retiring from football.
A news article on 2012-09-09 12:40:00 from: The Metro
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;CRAIG BELLAMY has completed a free transfer move to Cardiff City, bringing to an end his second spell with Liverpool FC
A news article on 2012-08-10 14:32:00 from: Liverpool Echo
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Craig Bellamy has rejoined home-town club Cardiff, signing a two-year contract with the Bluebirds.
A news article on 2012-08-10 12:21:00 from: Football 365
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Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers has admitted Manchester City target Daniel Agger could be sold for the right price and also confirmed the club is in negotiations over the transfer of Craig Bellamy to Cardiff. Daniel Agger (L) will be allowed to leave Liverpool for the right price (Picture: Getty) The Reds boss said he would prefer to keep the Danish centre-back but left the door open for a big money transfer to City.’Daniel is a top player and you do not want to lose your best players,’ said Rodgers.’He has been here seven years. He loves the club and its supporters.’But every player has his price and we will see where it goes.’Agger has been linked with a move to the Citizens, who are keen to strengthen their back line, with Liverpool wanting a reported £22million for the 27-year-old. The new Anfield boss also confirmed the club were discussing a possible transfer with Cardiff for Craig Bellamy.The 33-year-old Welshman has just completed his Olympic Games duty with Great Britain but is now keen to finish his career in his homeland. Welsh return: Cardiff are keen on Craig Bellamy (Picture: Reuters) ‘We have been in talks with him and Cardiff,’ Rodgers added.The former Swansea coach revealed he spoke to Bellamy at the beginning of the summer, where the striker revealed his intent to move closer to his family.’I had a really good meeting with Craig before I moved up here,’ he said.’He is a big Liverpool supporter but I also understand his thinking.’He is 33 and has travelled around the country all his life, so there are compassionate reasons.’We will look at it but we will wish him all the best and move forward.’ Check out our latest daily transfer gossip live blog
A news article on 2012-08-08 12:32:00 from: The Metro
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CRAIG BELLAMY is on the verge of leaving Liverpool for a second time – with Cardiff City ready to complete his signing.
A news article on 2012-08-07 07:00:00 from: Liverpool Echo
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Great Britain coach Stuart Pearce believes captain Ryan Giggs and Craig Bellamy have set a perfect example for the younger squad members.
A news article on 2012-07-31 07:10:00 from: Football 365
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JOE COLE was twice left cursing his luck at Fenway Park on Wednesday.
A news article on 2012-07-27 23:00:00 from: Liverpool Echo
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Queens Park Rangers boss Mark Hughes has played down reports that he is planning to sign Craig Bellamy from Liverpool this summer.
A news article on 2012-07-16 10:25:00 from: Football 365
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Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers has ruled out a move away from Anfield for Craig Bellamy, saying he wants to keep the forward at the club.
A news article on 2012-07-07 16:21:00 from: Football 365
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