Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez has admitted his admiration for Wigan Athletic striker Emile Heskey.

Ahead of this weekend's clash, Benitez told liverpoolfc.tv: "Clearly he is a good striker and also has experience at Liverpool.

"We know he will be a threat.

"We will see who will play. Agger is here and was training with us today.

"With Sami we need to check because it is always a risk when the player is away on international duty.

"We will see, but it will be difficult because both players are really good."