Rafa wary of Crouch threat

Last updated : 29 October 2008 By Al Campbell
Crouch scored for Southampton the last time he faced Liverpool, three years ago and Rafa Benitez has warned his players the Portsmouth striker is an even better player now after three seasons at Anfield.

"It is clear that Peter is a better player now than when he came to Liverpool and we will have to be careful with him," said the boss.

"When we signed him people were talking about the money we paid for him, especially when he was waiting to score his first goal.

"But he showed his quality and he went on to do well for us and played many games for England also.

"It is clear that he is big, he is good in the air and he is a player with quality."