Source: Liverpool_Echo
The Jury: Everton FC on the draw at Arsenal and Lucas Neill
TONY SCOTT, Walton[LNB]ATTITUDE not attribute are what make a modern day footballer and the two words couldn't be put more in comparison than our Aussie double act.[LNB]Lucas Neill apparently wants out after barely knowing the ingredients of a bowl of Scouse; compare him to his best mate who simply epitomises what Everton FC is all about.[LNB]Even when Tim Cahill isn't at his best, he works his backside off carrying injuries when most players wouldn't even step on the pitch.[LNB]For Steven Pienaar's goal against Arsenal, Cahill was outstanding. Instead of just blasting the ball in the direction of Pienaar, he refused to panic, steadied himself, dragged the ball back, drawing Arsenal players in then placed it towards Pienaar giving him the chance to sprint clear. Cahill then ran after it incase Pienaar didn't finish.[LNB]Cahill is a credit to the club.[LNB]MICHAEL DRUMMOND, Speke[LNB]I AM sure I was one of many to roll the eyes when we signed Lucas Neill in September - but in the end I thought, fair enough. He is on a free and he will only be a squad player which, to be honest, we lack.[LNB]In the past when I have watched him against us, I just thought he was a little untidy and scrappy in defence at times.[LNB]However, I have to admit, for a player heading towards the end of his career, he wasn't as bad of a signing as I first thought. I have been impressed with his fitness levels, his versatility and the formidable partnership that he has made with Heitinga.[LNB]We need squad players, there is no doubting that; but given Neill's age and the time left on his contract, it makes sense to cash in on the Australian now while the offer is still there.[LNB]Regardless of the outcome, I wish him every success.
