A number of clubs across Europe have been chasing Jovanovic, who is available on a free transfer when his contract in Belgium expires at the end of the season. Valencia, AC Milan and Juventus were all thought to be keen on acquiring the attacking midfielder, but Jovanovic's representative Zoran Stojadinovic has revealed the 28-year-old has been convinced to move to Anfield on a three-year deal by Reds boss Rafa Benitez. "We have spoken with Rafa Benitez and he convinced us about his project for the club," Stojadinovic told the Daily Mirror. "Milan speaks the language and adaptation will not be a problem for him when he moves to England." The player himself now claims he has just to complete a medical before everything is concluded. "We have reached an agreement for three years, with the option to extend with another season," the player told Belgian newspaper Sporza. "I have yet to undergo a medical exam, but that shouldn't be a problem. "I don't have any physical problems and I'm feeling perfectly fit. "I opted to sign for Liverpool because they're one of the biggest teams around in Europe. They're definitely among the 10 biggest sides. "I'm absolutely delighted that the deal is completed. From now on, I can focus on Standard Liege again. I want to leave the club in a good way." Jovanovic was one of two free transfers Benitez was hoping to bring in this summer but the Reds boss admitted on Tuesday that Bordeaux's Morocco striker Marouane Chamakh would not be joining them.
