Mascherano deal done

Last updated : 01 February 2007 By Adam Bryant
After having to wait for special dispensation from FIFA and then for the FA to confirm the tranafer could go through, the Reds had to move quickly to get their man.

"After these months when I've hardly had the chance to play, to sign for a team like Liverpool is very important for my career and my life," said the Argeninian midfielder. "The whole world knows about the history of Liverpool.

"It is especially important that someone of Rafa's calibre has belief in me. This opportunity is there for me. I have to show the manager that his expectation is justified."
We believe he has signed an 18-month loan deal, but await official confirmation.