Keegan aims to keep Harper
29 Apr 2008 - 16:11:46
Newcastle United manager Kevin Keegan has warned Liverpool off making an approach for goalkeeper Steve Harper.
Harper, 33, has been linked with a summer move to Anfield where he would be understudy to number one Jose Reina.
But Keegan is hoping the experienced keeper decides his future lies at St James' Park following a season where he has made 19 appearances due to number one Shay Given suffering a succession of injuries.
Harper has spent 15 years with the Magpies and is under contract until summer 2009.
"I am not looking for him to go out, though I'm sure he would come and see me if Liverpool come and knock on his door," Keegan told the Newcastle Chronicle.
"I'm not surprised if other teams are interested. Steve Harper is a very, very good goalkeeper.
"Everyone has always known that, but it's always been hidden by the fact he has not played."