[39] He started in the 2007 UEFA Champions League Final and was subbed off after 88 minutes, Liverpool went on to lose the game 2–1. [68], In 2015, he was living in London and working in property development.

It was recently reported in The Times that Finnan has seen his London property development business implode and he has fallen out with his brother Sean over a £4.03m (€4.4m) debt. [14], In the 1997–98 season, his first full season at the club, Finnan established himself as a key member of the team and was an ever present, appearing in 51 matches,[15] helping the club win the Third Division title with record points and time. [23][24], In his debut season in the Premier League, he helped Fulham qualify for the UEFA Intertoto Cup, was voted into the 2001–02 Professional Footballers' Association team of the year and was also voted as the Fulham player of the year.

Once you're there, put your email address where it says at the top, then click on the Liverpool FC newsletter. [32] The season was a highly successful one for Finnan. [12] He played his first match as a permanent player for Notts County after being introduced as a substitute against Shrewsbury Town. Finnan took his total appearances for Liverpool past the 200 mark and also made it into the top 100 capped Liverpool players of all time. Steve Finnan selling his 2005 Champions League winner's medal for at least £12,000 as well as matchworn Liverpool shirts after former defender's property development business 'goes into … But after disagreement between the two, the former Reds star became the sole owner of Wimbledon Developments and his brother took another company. [19] While at Fulham, he also became a favourite among the fans. [69], Twelve appearances in Champions League, one in, For appearances in the Football League Trophy, round 1 of the FA Cup, and the league match away to, Liverpool F.C. [48] He made a guest appearance in Jamie Carragher's testimonial match in September 2010. According to Companies House, Finnan Developments, based in Raynes Park, south London, has gone into liquidation. [36], In the 2005–06 season, Liverpool broke their record for number of points in a Premier League season, finishing on 82 points with Finnan being ever present. [44][45][46] In the summer of 2008, after the arrival of fullback Philipp Degen at the club from Borussia Dortmund, Finnan was linked with a move away from Anfield. Finnan made a loan switch to Notts County in March 1996, making his debut in a 2–1 victory over Walsall and scoring his first goal a month later in a 4–2 victory over Bristol Rovers. His Champions League winner's medal, on the other hand, is listed at between £12,000 - £15,000, and his signed jersey from that game against AC Milan is going for £2,000 - £2,500. [10] The return leg at home saw Notts win 1–0, winning 3–2 on aggregate. Liverpool transfer news and updates including the latest on Erling Haaland, Thiago Alcantara, David Alaba, Jadon Sancho, Diogo Jota and more. Our. [41], The following season, Liverpool's success continued as they finished third in the League and reached the semi-finals of the Champions League. [16] The other notable record Finnan established with Notts County during this season was a streak of 10 consecutive victories; a club record and one which still stands today. That's it! Finnan took a penalty and scored, but Ireland eventually lost 3–2. [7] He scored his first professional goal against Watford.[8]. AC Milan's Andrea Pirlo up against Liverpool's Steve Finnan in the 2007 Champions League final, When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters.

Finnan Developments, listed on Companies House as being based in Raynes Park, south London - close to Wimbledon where he played as a teenager - has gone into liquidation. [10] In the play-offs final against Bradford City at Wembley Stadium, Notts County lost 2–0.

The match ended 1–1 in extra time and went to penalties. Also on the site are the Irishman’s 2005 Carling Cup runner's up medal, currently going for between £800-£1200, and his shirt from that game for sale at between £700-1,000. Former Liverpool right-back Steve Finnan is selling his winner's medals and matchworn jerseys on auction website Graham Budd Auctions. Gyms in list of what may be allowed to open first after second national lockdown, A minister said facilities such as gyms were "front of the queue" to return after the national lockdown, Coronavirus cases fall across nearly every part of Wirral as lockdown begins, But there's still a long way to go to get the virus back under control, Three people fined £10,000 after hundreds attend illegal bonfire, Organisers hit with hefty Covid breach fines after drinkers descend on Wirral estate and yobs pelt emergency services with fireworks, 85 testing stations around the city for Liverpool's mass testing operation, The Director of Public Health described it as our 'route out of lockdown'. He doesn't do media appearances, preferring the quiet life in property development. He was a regular choice in the 2006 World Cup qualification games but Ireland failed to qualify for the finals. That's not all though, you'll get all the latest breaking Liverpool news direct to your inbox, as well as analysis, opinion and so much more. Thiago Alcantara hope as Liverpool prepare Joel Matip decision, Thiago Alcantara and Joel Matip could, if fit, pose a selection dilemma for Liverpool's trip to Man City, Liverpool snub opened door to improved £10m shirt sponsorship deal, The Reds inked a deal with the travel firm last month that will see the company's branding on the shirt sleeves, Liverpool comparisons with Man City rejected as Atalanta boss makes Champions League admission, The Reds beat the Italians 5-0 in the Champions League on Tuesday night, 'Karma' - Liverpool fans send Manchester United message after Demba Ba goal, The former Chelsea and Newcastle United striker scored as United lost to Istanbul Basaksehir in the Champions League, Liverpool coaching staff member leaves club for Morocco after eight years, Liverpool head of post-match analysis Harrison Kingston has left the club to join the Moroccan Football Federation, Last game wasn't 'the real Liverpool' but this is almost a title-decider says ex-Man City player, Liverpool's visit to Manchester City this Sunday has been billed as being 'almost' a Premier League title-decider, Alisson Becker's cheeky message to Naby Keita as Liverpool midfielder returns, Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker greeted Naby Keita with a message on his return to action after injury, Everton takeover that could have been and the bullet that was dodged, Former chief executive reveals the man who wanted to take over the Toffees back in 2006, Liverpool morning headlines as improved £10m shirt sponsorship agreed, All the latest Liverpool news, views and transfer rumours from the ECHO, Paedophile offered dad £200 to rape his daughter, He said he'd need to see a picture of the little girl's face first, Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis warns Brits they only have four days to claim 'free' £125 for Christmas, People could get some cash towards the festive season, Armed forces arrive to stay at Pontins ahead of Liverpool mass testing, Around 2000 military personnel will be supporting the mass testing programme in Liverpool, Yobs throw fireworks at police as hundreds attend illegal bonfire, Firefighters also pelted as people found drinking and mixing with other households at event in breach of Covid restrictions, Woman sexually assaulted by man who 'came to her help' after fall, The man came over after the woman fell off her bike but then allegedly assaulted her in his car, Illegal ravers spill onto railway and run down tracks forcing train to stop, The unlicensed music event saw 300 people gather on farmland in Warrington on Halloween night, Merseyside PC given written warning after contact with six females he met during policing duties, A misconduct panel found the Constable's behaviour amounted to misconduct, Everton news and transfers LIVE - Orbelin Pineda linked, Isco loan deal, Solly March battle. Finnan's property development business appears to have gone into liquidation Former Liverpool right-back Steve Finnan is selling his winner's medals and matchworn jerseys on auction website Graham Budd Auctions. He played for them at the 2002 FIFA World Cup. Finnan is selling his 2005 Champions League winner's medals and matchworn Liverpool shirts on a auction website. The Irishman won the Champions League with Liverpool in 2005 and was a key part of their side throughout most of the noughties, bud faded quickly after leaving in 2008 to join Espanyol, where he played just four matches.

The Independent’s Daniel McDonnell spoke to … Ireland progressed to the second round of the tournament for only the third time in their history where they faced Spain. Sometimes they’ll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. [17], After strong showings for Notts County in the 1997–98 season, Fulham manager Kevin Keegan paid £600,000 for his services in November 1998. [20] His first season with the club was a success, with Fulham winning the Second Division championship and being promoted to the First Division. He cemented his place in the Irish starting XI during the 2002 World Cup qualification matches, supplying the cross for Jason McAteer to score the only goal in a crucial 1–0 home win against the Netherlands in September 2001. He was living in London, opting for a life well outside the limelight, working in a property development firm with his brother Sean. [37] At the end of the season he picked up another medal with Liverpool, winning the FA Cup.