Former Liverpool striker John Aldridge says Juventus-bound Emre Can should be left out of the squad for the Champions League final.
The midfielder has been out since March with a back injury, but could be fit enough for a place on the bench in Saturday’s final.
However, it appears certain the German international will join the Bianconeri on a free transfer after the game in Kiev, and one former Reds hero doesn’t want to see him involved.
Former Liverpool striker John Aldridge says Juventus-bound Emre Can should be left out of the squad for the Champions League final.
The midfielder has been out since March with a back injury, but could be fit enough for a place on the bench in Saturday’s final.
However, it appears certain the German international will join the Bianconeri on a free transfer after the game in Kiev, and one former Reds hero doesn’t want to see him involved.
“I’m not sure I want Emre Can in the squad for the Champions League final on Saturday because his heart isn’t at Liverpool,” Aldridge wrote in his column for the Liverpool Echo.
“It’s a tricky one for the manager. Do you use his experience now he’s fit or do you turn to people whose future is at the club?
“A lot of fans wouldn’t want Can on the bench. The club has had a custard pie from him and his agent.
“He’s been part of the journey to this final but he certainly doesn’t deserve to start against Real Madrid.
“Why does he want to leave? Money. Is the Italian league better? No. Juventus are a huge club but Liverpool have won the Champions League more times than them.
“I would question the advice he’s been getting, but if he wants to go this summer then go.”