Roy Hodgson’s time as Liverpool manager was short and forgettable, but one particular incident stands out. In a bizarre turn of events, Hodgson sold the wrong player to Fulham as part of the deal to bring Paul Konchesky to Anfield. The player in question, Alex Kacaniklic, was mistakenly included in the transfer instead of another player with the same first name.
Konchesky’s time at Liverpool was equally underwhelming, making only 18 appearances before being loaned out to Nottingham Forest. Hodgson’s transfer mistake was only realized after the deal was done, and by then, Kacaniklic had already committed to Fulham.
In a podcast interview, Kacaniklic recalled the incident, saying that Hodgson had welcomed him back to Liverpool with open arms, but he had already made up his mind to join Fulham. The winger went on to have a respectable career, making over 100 appearances for Fulham and representing Sweden at the international level.
Hodgson’s tenure at Liverpool was marred by this and other mishaps, ultimately leading to his departure just six months after taking the job.
The wrong player was included in the deal that brought Paul Konchesky to Liverpool
Hodgson sold Alex Kacaniklic, but had intended to sell another player with the same first name
Kacaniklic, now 32, is currently playing for AEL Limassol in Cyprus, showcasing his talent and resilience despite the unusual start to his career.