Xavier can return, but only to train

Last updated : 02 January 2004 By Kevin Smith
However, he has insisted that the Portuguese defender does not figure in Liverpool's plans and the offer is to help him find another club.

"Xavier is trying to find a club for himself," said Houllier. "He wants to play in Euro 2004 so needs first team football.

"If he comes back here he will be welcome to train. We won't close the door, but I don't think that's going to happen.

"I think he'll have found another club before we reach that situation."