Liverpool have moved a step closer to offloading Andy Carroll with the striker set for a medical at West Ham.

Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish insists the club's European exit will not make him reassess their methods as they prepare for the first of nine crucial matches in the Premier League.

MANCHESTER UNITED goalkeeper Tim Howard has revealed how the tensions of what is now a three-cornered battle for the Premiership crown is affecting the champions.

GERARD HOULLIER has emerged defiant from savage attacks on himself and his Liverpool stars, stating: “You have to take the positive side of everything, otherwise you commit suicide.”