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Following the conclusion of the [[2013-14 season]], it was reported that Liverpool were keen to add a further striker to their already prolific attacking set up, particularly owing to the disappointing form of current third choice striker [[Iago Aspas]]. On 31 May 2014, it was widely reported that Rickie Lambert had undergone a medical at Liverpool ahead of a £4,500,000 move from Southampton. The deal was confirmed on 2 June 2014. The move was variously described as a 'fairytale' for Lambert who was born in Liverpool and was a lifelong Liverpool fan. He was in the club's [[Liverpool Academy|Academy]] until the age of 15, but was released and spent much of his subsequent footballing career working up from the lower leagues. Upon signing, Lambert enthused: "I can't believe it. I've loved this club all my life. I left here 17 years ago - and I haven't stopped loving it since. To be back here now having just signed at the age of 32 is hard to describe." Manager [[Brendan Rodgers]] was effervescent in his praise of Lambert, describing him as "one of the most accomplished footballers I've seen."
 
Following the conclusion of the [[2013-14 season]], it was reported that Liverpool were keen to add a further striker to their already prolific attacking set up, particularly owing to the disappointing form of current third choice striker [[Iago Aspas]]. On 31 May 2014, it was widely reported that Rickie Lambert had undergone a medical at Liverpool ahead of a £4,500,000 move from Southampton. The deal was confirmed on 2 June 2014. The move was variously described as a 'fairytale' for Lambert who was born in Liverpool and was a lifelong Liverpool fan. He was in the club's [[Liverpool Academy|Academy]] until the age of 15, but was released and spent much of his subsequent footballing career working up from the lower leagues. Upon signing, Lambert enthused: "I can't believe it. I've loved this club all my life. I left here 17 years ago - and I haven't stopped loving it since. To be back here now having just signed at the age of 32 is hard to describe." Manager [[Brendan Rodgers]] was effervescent in his praise of Lambert, describing him as "one of the most accomplished footballers I've seen."
   
On 19 July 2014, it was confirmed that Lambert was to be given the number 9 shirt for the [[2014-15 season]], as previous wearer, [[Iago Aspas]] was set for a loan move to Sevilla. Lambert made his non-competitive debut on 19 July 2014, starting a 2-1 friendly win away to Preston. Lambert made his competitive debut on 17 August 2014, coming on as a second half substitute in Liverpool's opening game of the season at home to Lambert's former club Southampton. With the score tied at 1-1 and Southampton on the front foot, Lambert helped Liverpool regain control of the match and ultimately win 2-1.
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On 19 July 2014, it was confirmed that Lambert was to be given the number 9 shirt for the [[2014-15 season]], as previous wearer, [[Iago Aspas]] was set for a loan move to Sevilla. Lambert made his non-competitive debut on 19 July 2014, starting a 2-1 friendly win away to Preston. Lambert made his competitive debut on 17 August 2014, coming on as a second half substitute in Liverpool's opening game of the season at home to Lambert's former club Southampton. With the score tied at 1-1 and Southampton on the front foot, Lambert helped Liverpool regain control of the match and ultimately win 2-1. On 25 August 2014, Lambert came on as a second half substitute in Liverpool's away match against Manchester City. With the Reds 3-0 down, Lambert helped Liverpool reduce their arrears by connecting with a [[Daniel Sturridge]] cross. His header was saved at point-blank range by Joe Hart, only for City defender Pablo Zabaleta- under pressure from Lambert- to deflect the ball back over the line. The game finished 3-1 to Man City.
   
 
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Revision as of 21:20, 26 August 2014

Rickie Lambert
LambertA
Personal information
Date of Birth

16 February 1982

Place of Birth

Kirkby, England

Height

1.87 m (6'2")

Position

Striker

Liverpool statistics
Squad no.

9

Years

2014-

Appearances

1

Goals

0

Rickie Lee Lambert (born 16 February 1982) is an English international footballer who plays as a striker for Liverpool.

Liverpool career

Following the conclusion of the 2013-14 season, it was reported that Liverpool were keen to add a further striker to their already prolific attacking set up, particularly owing to the disappointing form of current third choice striker Iago Aspas. On 31 May 2014, it was widely reported that Rickie Lambert had undergone a medical at Liverpool ahead of a £4,500,000 move from Southampton. The deal was confirmed on 2 June 2014. The move was variously described as a 'fairytale' for Lambert who was born in Liverpool and was a lifelong Liverpool fan. He was in the club's Academy until the age of 15, but was released and spent much of his subsequent footballing career working up from the lower leagues. Upon signing, Lambert enthused: "I can't believe it. I've loved this club all my life. I left here 17 years ago - and I haven't stopped loving it since. To be back here now having just signed at the age of 32 is hard to describe." Manager Brendan Rodgers was effervescent in his praise of Lambert, describing him as "one of the most accomplished footballers I've seen."

On 19 July 2014, it was confirmed that Lambert was to be given the number 9 shirt for the 2014-15 season, as previous wearer, Iago Aspas was set for a loan move to Sevilla. Lambert made his non-competitive debut on 19 July 2014, starting a 2-1 friendly win away to Preston. Lambert made his competitive debut on 17 August 2014, coming on as a second half substitute in Liverpool's opening game of the season at home to Lambert's former club Southampton. With the score tied at 1-1 and Southampton on the front foot, Lambert helped Liverpool regain control of the match and ultimately win 2-1. On 25 August 2014, Lambert came on as a second half substitute in Liverpool's away match against Manchester City. With the Reds 3-0 down, Lambert helped Liverpool reduce their arrears by connecting with a Daniel Sturridge cross. His header was saved at point-blank range by Joe Hart, only for City defender Pablo Zabaleta- under pressure from Lambert- to deflect the ball back over the line. The game finished 3-1 to Man City.

Stats

Season League FA Cup League Cup Europe Other Total
Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
2014-15 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0
Total 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0


Liverpool F.C. – current squad
1. Alisson • 2. Gomez • 3. Endo • 4. Van Dijk (c) • 5. Konate • 6. Thiago • 7. Diaz • 8. Szoboszlai • 9. Nunez • 10. Mac Allister • 11. Salah
13. Adrian • 17. Jones • 18. Gakpo • 19. Elliott • 20. Jota • 21. Tsimikas • 22. Ramsay • 26. Robertson • 28. Carvalho • 32. Matip
38. Gravenberch • 42. Clark • 43. Bajcetic • 44. Chambers • 46. Williams • 47. Phillips • 49. Gordon • 50. Doak • 53. McConnell
62. Kelleher • 66. Alexander-Arnold • 67. Koumas • 72. Van den Berg • 76. Danns • 78. Quansah • 80. Morton • 84. Bradley

Manager: Klopp