Giant soldier of the French revolution
From Willem to the English plateau
Years after being released by the Toon
To partner the giant Swiss Henchoz

The Kop and the faithful recognized an icon
Le boss Houllier’s new lynchpin
One recommended by a cameraman
Anfield at once embraced the big Finn

Mirror image of the towering Ron Yeats
For 10 years Sami shook the Kop
Assured in the pantheon of legends
Part of the Reds sure rise to the top

Made history for Rafa’s rearguard
Carra his defensive bro
Record shut-out against Saprissa.
Beating Dalglish’s ten in a row

Whilst serving his boyhood heroes
Seven times Finland’s premier player
Momentary parting for he will return
Bootroom waits for the Nordic Mayor

Number 7
© Emdad Rahman
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