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Rafa expects Keane to remain

02 Feb 2009 - 07:36:48

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Liverpool striker Robbie Keane will still be at Anfield when the transfer window closes, according to Reds boss Rafael Benitez.

Keane was left out of the squad for Sunday's 2-0 victory over Chelsea amid growing speculation of a return to Tottenham Hotspur.

The Republic of Ireland has failed to establish himself as a regular starter in Benitez's line-up following his £20million arrival from Spurs last summer.

However, Benitez claims the striker does have a future on Merseyside and is not expecting Keane to be on the move before the transfer deadline.

He said: "I think Robbie Keane will be here when the transfer window shuts.

"He was left out because we were considering all our good players and who we needed for this game. It was only a decision based on this match and our requirements.

"I have not seen any new offers. I don't know whether the club have had any offers.

"I have spoken to Robbie, he was there in the dressing room beforehand and we also spoke afterwards - we were just talking about the game and he was pleased because the team had won.

"He is part of my squad. I would expect him to be in my Champions League squad.

"Everything is if, if, if. He is here, he is our player. That's it."