Riera welcomes Reds link
22 Jul 2008 - 11:36:01
Spain winger Albert Riera has revealed his interest in joining Liverpool, amid reports that he has been targeted by Reds boss Rafael Benitez.
Riera has been linked with a move to Anfield throughout the summer and the Espanyol star has admitted it would be 'madness' to ignore the speculation surrounding his future.
The 26-year-old is no stranger to the Premier League having spent six months on loan at Manchester City during the 2005-06 season.
The five-times capped international failed to win a permanent contract at Eastlands, but has enhanced his reputation after two impressive seasons in La Liga with the Barcelona-based club.
Riera, who could cost the Merseyside club around £8million, admitted: "I know English football and it is an attractive option for players.
"If Espanyol do finally receive an offer I do not want to miss the opportunity to go to Liverpool. The option to join a super-club doesn't come every day.
"I am a realistic person, but this has given me something to look forward to. To reject the possibility of a move would be madness."