Liverpool have started buying...
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1st one in the bag...
RAFA BENITEZ has started rebuilding his Liverpool squad by signing Switzerland right-back Philipp Degen on a free transfer. Degen, 25, will join the Reds on July 1 when his Borussia Dortmund contract expires.
The ex-Basel defender faces a fight for a regular spot with Alvaro Arbeloa and Steve Finnan already at Anfield. But Benitez believes Degen can provide an attacking edge down the right flank. He said:
"Philipp is still young but has gained great experience from playing in the Bundesliga with Borussia Dortmund and on the international stage with Switzerland. "He also played in the Champions League during his time with Basel and is used to top-level football. "He is an offensive player with great energy and a winning mentality. "His strength is going forward and I am confident he will be prove to be a quality addition to our squad."
Degen admits he jumped at the chance to join the Reds — despite seeing them end the season empty-handed. He said: "When I received the offer from Liverpool, there was no doubt I would accept it.
"They are one of the biggest clubs in the world and I am looking forward to the challenge of establishing myself there and playing in the best league there is."
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omg..this is great news!!
the next season is gonna be way too exciting!!