Pepe Reina admits Liverpool left with a 'big problem' after Javier Mascherano exit

Published: 08 Sep 2010 - 18:11:12

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Pepe Reina admits Liverpool left with a 'big problem' after Javier Mascherano exit

Mascherano quit Anfield last month after his family failed to settle in the north-west, with manager Roy Hodgson replacing him with former Juventus player Christian Poulsen. But Reina believes Mascherano will be sorely missed as Liverpool attempt to clamber back into the Champions League qualification places this season. Related ArticlesKuyt targets Utrecht game for Liverpool returnDirk Kuyt out for four weeksCarragher tells fans: lay off OwenTorres: new ownership 'fundamental'Insua quits Liverpool for GalatasarayMascherano: Barca move 'a dream'He said: "The departure of Mascherano is a big problem for Liverpool because he is one of the best players of his type on the pitch. "Javier is very competitive, very Argentinian and he always offers his maximum in every game. For Barca this is a good new thing, but it's not for us. "Mascherano will be a positive surprise in La Liga. He is a footballer who works, works and works. Also, personally, he is a good character. He is quiet but very friendly. "He was not someone who got into controversy. He never caused rows in the dressing room. He was good on the pitch, broke up counter attacks and now we need other players with his characteristics."