Source: Daily_Mail
John W Henry delights in improving Liverpool with rare public out-pouring of praise
John W Henry has taken to Facebook to heap praise on the resurgent Liverpool side who have come on in leaps and bounds since he bought the club last year.[LNB]The rarely-heard American has witnessed a sharp upturn in fortunes for the Anfield club, who at one stage were in danger of being dragged into a relegation scrap. [LNB]However the decision to end Roy Hodgson's unpopular, and very short, reign in favour of appointing club legend Kenny Dalglish has worked wonders. [LNB] Making a point: John W Henry took to Facebook to praise his improving Liverpool side[LNB]Dalglish took the reigns the day before Liverpool's cup clash with Manchester United on January 9, and despite losing at Old Trafford and subsequently against Blackpool, the Reds have strung together a seven-game unbeaten run. [LNB]High as a Kuyt: Liverpool have enjoyed a resurgence in form since January[LNB]Liverpool's impressive run of form has included six clean sheets, a fact particularly pleasing for the owner. [LNB]Speaking via his fan page on the social media site Facebook, Henry said: 'Over the last 7 matches, I believe, only 1 goal (and that may have been offside) has been conceded. Terrific effort on defense [sic] with increasing aggressiveness. [LNB]'We all have to be extremely happy with the progress, work-rate, determination and coaching staff. A total team effort. Great to see.'[LNB]Liverpool are sixth in the Premier League, still eight points short of the coveted Champions League spot but the chance in spirits with the start of the season is palpable. [LNB]Despite the departure of Fernando Torres to Chelsea, the investment in Andy Carroll and Luis Suarez endeared Henry to the Anfield faithful.[LNB] Enlarge High praise: John W Henry is a keen user of social media websites[LNB]Henry, whose New England Sports Ventures paid ?300million for Liverpool, wants to emulate the success he achieved with the Boston Red Sox, who won the World Series baseball title in 2004, three years after he took control.[LNB]The quiet, reserved 61-year-old made his fortune in hedge funds, but has used it to indulge his sporting interests, most famously with the Boston Red Sox baseball team, but also in the NASCAR motorsport series. [LNB] Liverpool owner Henry determined to finally end club's 21-year title 'curse'So, just who is John W Henry... the man set to take control of Liverpool?Cole determined to give 'difficult' first season silver lining with Europa glory There's no better man! Henry confirms Dalglish in line for full-time role All the latest Liverpool news, features and opinion[LNB] Explore more:People: Kenny Dalglish, Roy Hodgson, Fernando Torres Places: Liverpool, Anfield Club Organisations: Boston Red Sox
