Juve still keen on Sissoko
21 Jan 2008 - 13:57:36
Momo Sissoko could still be on his way out of Liverpool after Juventus coach Claudio Ranieri refused to rule out launching a fresh bid to sign the midfielder.
The 22-year-old Mali international claimed two weeks ago that he was close to joining the Italian side after losing his place in the first team at Anfield.
However, Juve appeared to dampen the speculation after suggesting they were not looking to strengthen their squad in January.
But Ranieri has now claimed Sissoko remains firmly on his radar following the continued struggles of Portugal international midfielder Tiago to settle in Turin.
"Sissoko could arrive," said Ranieri. He is a good player that could fit into the pattern of our team."
Speaking earlier in January, Reds boss Rafael Benitez also suggested Sissoko's days at Anfield were numbered.
He said: "I was talking with Momo about leaving a few times.
"We know we have two or three clubs asking about him and we will try to find the best solution for him and for us."