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Eto'o admits Reds liking

Samuel Eto'o has revealed his admiration for Liverpool, but claims he is not looking to leave Barcelona.

The Cameroonian is one of the most highly regarded strikers in world football, but his future at Barcelona has been shrouded in doubt for much of the season.

He had public fall out with Barca coach Frank Rijkaard and it was claimed in March that Eto'o had been offered to clubs in the Premiership.

This was swiftly denied by Eto'o's advisors, but the forward has added fuel to the fire by admitting he is a fan of Liverpool.

"I like Liverpool's courage," he is quoted as saying in Four Four Two Magazine. "They have a big red heart. They showed that against us. We did not underestimate them.

"You have to recognise that in the two games, Liverpool played extremely well. They defend well and are organised.

"I like Gerrard. He runs a lot. He does everything well.

"Gerrard is the best English player. No, change that, at the moment he is the best player in England."

Eto'o admits to being a fan of English football, but claims he is not looking to leave Barcelona.

"I watch English football," he added. "I like the crowd because it is always close to the pitch and the stadiums are always full.

"We played at Anfield and it was very loud, with lots of different songs. I like that. Football is different in England. It has a place in English hearts."

Commenting on his own future, he added: "I have a contract here until 2010 and I am happy with that."

Source: Skysports