McBride backs Clint Dempsey to be a hit at Anfield

Former Fulham hero Brian McBride today backed Clint Dempsey to be a success at Liverpool if the disaffected forward gets his dream move to Anfield.

McBride, who made nearly 150 appearances for Fulham, said of his fellow American: “Clint’s not only got the talent and the ability, but he’s a very determined individual. He adapts extremely well to so many different situations.

“Take Fulham. He’s had four or five different coaches but he’s always put his head down and shown them what he’s made of. I think that’s a sign not only of a very good player but one who is able to adapt and make the transition regardless of who the manager is.”

Following Saturday 5-0 thumping of Norwich, Fulham boss Martin Jol claimed that Liverpool had yet to table a formal offer. Dempsey played no part in the game but Jol would not confirm that the 29-year-old had gone on strike in order to engineer a transfer.

Jol said: “To say he refused to play is probably a bit harsh. For me, it was a very awkward situation, and it was for him as well.”

It is understood that Sunderland have also expressed an interest in USA international Dempsey.

Meanwhile, Fulham have been linked with former Arsenal striker Eduardo, the Brazil-born Croatian who now plays for Ukrainian side Shakhtar Donetsk.