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Strong and skilful, with blistering pace, Baros was dubbed the `Ostravan Maradona` in his homeland where his impressive form for Banik Ostrava earned him international recognition.

Czech Republic youngster Milan Baros, was widely regarded as one of the hottest properties in Europe when he arrived at Anfield. Described as having lightning speed, an eye for goal as well as being physically strong, he first come to Gerard Houllier’s attention whilst playing for the Czechs in the European Under-21 Championship in 2000.

He signed for Liverpool in the summer of 2001 but had to wait until he was granted a work permit before arriving at Anfield in December, on the same day Nicolas Anelka was signed.

Despite his outstanding pedigree, the youngster made a less than impressive start to his career on Merseyside, struggling to hit top form and looking overweight and showing a distinct lack of fitness during his appearances for the reserves. As the season wore on, his sharpness seemed to be returning and his performance improved, but he was still way short of the levels expected of him. His only first team appearance came as a late substitute in the Nou Camp against Barcelona, but with a good pre-season behind him he should be better equipped to fight for a place.

After a settling in period at Anfield in the reserve team Baros made his breakthrough at Liverpool in the 2002/03 season when he scored 12 goals. He became a Kop favourite and terrorised defenders with his pace and direct running.

Euro 2004`s top scorer Milan Baros is a real livewire of a player who is a big favourite with the Liverpool fans.

He hit five goals for the Czech Republic during Euro 2004 and with the departure of Michael Owen to Real Madrid, a lot rests on Baros` shoulders at Liverpool.

He is currently on loan to Portsmouth Football Club

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