Liverpool defender frozen out

Last updated : 17 January 2002 By Kop Talk News
The Norwegian has signed a three and a half year contract with Lillestrom but he isn't joining them until July 1st, the day after his current Liverpool deal expires.

To add to the claims that he's been frozen out at the club, he also suggests that Phil Thompson was in the dark about his transfer.

"Phil Thompson called me last week and when I informed him that I had signed for Lillestrom he was very surprised," said Kippe. "He obviously didn't know about it and seemed a bit grumpy about it, even though I had been allowed to sign for them."

Kippe added: "Reserve coach Joe Corrigan now acts surprised everytime he sees me on the training field. He keeps asking 'Are you still here?'. He obviously has been told that I don't exist anymore."

Click for details