Sydney chief executive George Perry last night confirmed Robbie Fowler,the 32-year-old striker, once simply known as "God" to Liverpool fans, is wanted by the club for Version Three of the A-League.

"He's been discussed at board room level and it shows just how determined we are to set the benchmarks in Australian football that we are serious about targeting a player of his calibre," said Perry.

"He's out of the top drawer and though an official approach has not yet been made, it goes without saying that if he did come to Australia it would be a huge signing for us."

Fowler is already making plans for life after Liverpool, the club he has scored 128 goals for in 262 games over two spells.

There is reported interest in Fowler from the United States. Following David Beckham's move to LA Galaxy a number of older English players are looking to head west.

"If he's looking for a new challenge and a new frontier then we can offer him that, plus a great lifestyle," added Perry.

"It's obvious we wouldn't be able to pay him the sort of money he's on at Liverpool."

One major stumbling could be money. It is thought Sydney could offer around $25,000 a week less than a third of his current earnings.