Premiership: Former Anfield players question Anelka signing

The signing of Nicolas Anelka on loan by Liverpool has brought raised eyebrows from some former Anfield favourites.

Sat, 22 Dec, 2001 - 14:00

The signing of Nicolas Anelka on loan by Liverpool has brought raised eyebrows from some former Anfield favourites.

The surprise move comes just weeks after the departure of Robbie Fowler.

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