England midfielder Joe Cole sprang a slight surprise by choosing to sign for Liverpool rather than other suitors such as Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal.

The cynics are saying it is all to do with money and not about prestige given Liverpool will not be in the Champions League next season unlike the other two.

Indeed the story goes that he let his Chelsea contract run out because the Premier League champions would not match his demands.

However, Cole is adamant his decision is about football. He wanted to play more often and more centrally having featured largely on the wing during his time at Stamford Bridge.

But if he wants to play in the middle, is Liverpool really the best fit with captain Steven Gerrard occupying the attacking midfield role? Surely new coach Roy Hodgson is not going to make Gerrard play in a more defensive position?

If the former Fulham boss is eyeing Gerrard or Cole for a second striker role behind Fernando Torres once the Spanish forward is fit, it is difficult to see how Gerrard and Cole could work together if one was a second striker and one a central midfielder. They could end up falling all over each other.

Perhaps the wily Hodgson wants to play a Christmas tree formation with both Gerrard and Cole in the hole behind Torres. This would be highly adventurous and might morph into the sort of three-man attack which was prevalent at the World Cup. However, then Cole could almost be classed as a winger again, something he doesn’t want.

Time will tell if the move pays off. If he has opted for Liverpool because he sees it as a challenge following last season’s dour displays at Anfield, fair play to him. He might have decided that the only way is up with Liverpool under a new coach while Tottenham could suffer playing in two competitions and Arsenal, who will have no attacking central midfield slot open if Cesc Fabragas stays, seem stagnant.

There were media reports circulating saying AC Milan wre interested in Cole given they are tightening their belts and free transfers appeal. Cole is one English player with enough close control to succeed on the continent and the Rossoneri really need creativity — especially if Ronaldinho does not end up staying.

It might have been worth a shot for Cole, and Fabio Capello would have been impressed.

As it is, Cole heads into the unknown at Liverpool.

In 2011, Arsenal Football Club will celebrate its 125th anniversary.

Ever since its founding in 1886, Arsenal has emerged as one football’s kings of clubs, with an illustrious history which consists of 13 league titles, 10 FA Cups and more.

For nearly a century and quarter, we have witnessed this club produce great managers, great players and great moments.

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Former Arsenal target Loic Remy appears set to sign for Liverpool after the Reds had reached an agreement with French side Nice for his transfer fee, according to online reports.

The French striker has long been compared to Thierry Henry and the 23 year old is excited about joining the Merseysiders. Pending medical tests; a fee of £12.5m has been agreed upon.

Liverpool it now seems have beaten both Spurs and the Hammers whose directors flew to France earlier for the purpose of landing Remy, but the player has made his choice and it was not in favour of either of the London clubs.

“Liverpool is a legendary club,” said Remy talking to Nice Matin. “I am very excited by the thought of playing there. It has a magnificent stadium and a fantastic public.”

Remy’s agent Frederic Guerra confirmed the news talking to Sky Sports: “Yes, Liverpool are interested in Loic and Loic is interested in Liverpool”. (Footylatest.com)

Reports are reaching us that this deal could well be set for completion. The source above states that the French side have agreed the offer made by the Merseyside outfit and having already snapped up Joe Cole today it could be that Roy Hodgson is also set to welcome another new addition to his Anfield squad.

Loic Remy has been linked heavily to both Arsenal and West Ham and is certain to leave Nice as he looks to further his career both at club and country levels. Having been capped just once the powerfully built 23 year old is hoping a high profile move will help move him up the French pecking order, especially given the failure of those present in South Africa.

Hodgson has been determinedly looking for new attacking options and if he is willing to pay the asking price for the former Lyon man he will have secured a player with potential who could well be a Premier League success.