Rumour Mill: Demand for Sami

The Finnish defender's contract runs out in the summer and, despite getting some first team action this season, he could leave during the transfer window if the price is right.

Martin Skrtel is on his way back from injury and Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez must decide whether to register Hyypia for the next phase of the Champions League before 1st February.

Sunderland, Stoke, Fulham, Blackburn, Tottenham, Celtic and Fenerbahce are the clubs believed to have already expressed an interest