Liverpool flop was sold after he scored own goals on purpose with team-mates fuming

A former Liverpool player, described as a cult figure, was sold by the club after deliberately scoring own goals during training sessions, which caused significant frustration among his team-mates. The player's behavior made him a nightmare to train with, as he intentionally undermined his colleagues during practice. His actions ultimately led to his departure from Liverpool, though the specific player and exact dates are not detailed in the excerpt.