Valencia striker David Villa has dropped a big hint that he would welcome the chance to team up with compatriot Fernando Torres at Liverpool.
The Mestalla club have endured a dreadful season in La Liga and their star name has previously admitted that he is keeping his options open.
Although he also claimed he would be better suited to Arsenal's style of play, the Spanish international reportedly had this to say to the Spanish media:
Would you have liked to have been trained by Benitez?
Yes, from the comments of my Liverpool mates or the ones here in Valencia who played for him. They tell me that they've learned many things from him. It's a pity that we didn't coincide.
Are you compatible with Fernando Torres?
Yes, both on and off the pitch. We like playing together. I don't want to disrespect Atletico but Torres has been through some tough times and now he feels liberated. And the way Liverpool play suits his abilities, which are up there with the best in the world.
Would you adapt to English football as well?
I think so. Their football is fast, counter-attacking, which is the best for my qualities. Of course it's a different story to get there and be successful. As a fan, I like Arsenal because they play one, two touch football and they're very good at it. And because of my mates, I like Liverpool.
We have already speculated that Benitez's good contacts at Valencia and Liverpool's Spanish contingent could benefit the Reds should Valencia's top players such as Villa, David Silva and Joaquin decide to leave the club.
But what do YOU make of Villa's fresh comments?
The striker was rumoured to be interested in a move to Liverpool this time last season so would it be foolish for Benitez to miss out this time round? How much do you envisage we would have to pay to secure his signature? And do you think you know of a better striker we could sign?
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