Liverpool’s 15 most expensive sold players
By Ethan Lowe
Fabio Borini
Date Sold: 31st August 2015 Appearances: 38 Goals: 3
If I was Fabio, I’d do nothing but boast about how I sold for more than Michael Owen. Yes, I know times have changed and the value of money has changed also, but it would still be pretty funny to joke about. Borini was signed for a whopping £10.4m on the 13th of July, 2012, with Brendan Rodgers having previously managed the Italian at Swansea. Rodgers spoke positively about Borini, saying “Fabio fits the model of what we’re trying to do in building not only for now, but also for the future. He’s a big talent, 21 years of age, he scores goals, and his passion, focus and concentration is a very important part of his game. I think the supporters will love him. He’s a multi-functional player who can play in a number of positions and someone I believe has got great growth. He is arguably the best physical player I’ve worked with in terms of his pace, power and fitness. Mentally, he’s very strong.”
Borini looked promising, scoring on his home debut and whipping out his unique celebration in which he places his hand in his mouth as if he were clenching a dagger between his teeth. Sadly, Borini has been knocked back by injuries, suffering three month injuries each October for three consecutive years. When out on loan, Borini played a big part in keeping Sunderland in the premier league, and it was no surprise when they paid £10million to secure his services permanently on the last day of the August transfer window in 2015.
11) Fabio Borini: Sold for £10million (£8million + £2million in add-ons)
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