Pongo dismisses Lyon rumour

Last updated : 24 August 2005 By Al Campbell
Houllier was keen on signing the player he brought to Liverpool from Le Harve but Rafael Benitez has no intention of allowing Pongolle to leave and debiberately cup-tied him against CSKA Sofia last night.

Pongolle had also been linked with a move to Scottish side Aberdeen but has pledged to fight for his place at Anfield.

The French striker said: "There is no truth whatsoever in this story. There has been no contact and it's not going to happen. I have no desire to leave this club. I am very happy here.
 
"My aim now is to carry on working hard in training and push hard for a regular first team place."