Source: Team_Talk
Masch tells Roy he wants Reds exit
Javier Mascherano has reportedly told Liverpool he wants to leave the Anfield club following a meeting with new manager Roy Hodgson.[LNB] The Argentina midfielder returned for pre-season training on Monday after being given an extended break following his involvement at the World Cup finals.[LNB]Hodgson had previously admitted that he had been unable to contact the 26-year-old whilst on holiday, casting heavy doubts over whether he would stay at Anfield this season.[LNB]The Reds boss met with Mascherano and the player's agent Walter Tamer to discuss his future and widespread reports claim the tough-tackling anchor man has expressed a wish to leave.[LNB]Inter Milan, now coached by former Liverpool manager Rafa Benitez, have been heavily linked with a £25million bid for Mascherano before the transfer window closes.[LNB]His representative Tamer has previously suggested a move to the European champions would be a 'dream' for Mascherano.[LNB]Any departure for Mascherano would leave Hodgson in need of a replacement and reports have claimed Sulley Muntari could be included in part exchange.[LNB]West Ham United's influential midfielder Scott Parker has also been mooted as a potential target for Hodgson, who is keen to bolster his squad.[LNB]Mascherano joined Liverpool from the Hammers in January 2007 after just six months at Upton Park and he has made almost 140 appearances during his time on Merseyside.
