Sissoko not bothered by Blues

Last updated : 28 December 2005 By Al Campbell
Sissoko was all set to sign for Everton in the summer until Rafael Benitez came in with an eleventh hour bid and brought the Mali international to Anfield.

Sissoko knows he will come in for some stick when he returns to the Liverpool squad after suspension tonight but says the abuse will not affect him.

"Any player in the world would have done the same as me," said the former Valencia player.
 
"Between the two offers, I had to go for The Reds because they are the champions of Europe and I already knew Rafa Benitez.
 
"I am well prepared for anything the Everton fans have for me. I'm sure they will whistle at me from the first minute, but it doesn't worry me."