Liverpool have taken needless transfer gamble and risk Champions League future as a result

This week's Blood Red column assesses Liverpool's decision not to sign anyone in the January transfer window

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Unai Emery challenges Liverpool over Harvey Elliott transfer clause after Aston Villa U-turn

Harvey Elliott joined Aston Villa on loan on summer transfer deadline day, but has so far only made seven appearances for the club

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Arne Slot explains how Liverpool transfers work and Richard Hughes role as spending tops £500m

Arne Slot breaks down how the recruitment model works at Liverpool following the £60m capture of Jeremy Jacquet from Rennes

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Liverpool boss Arne Slot defends spending £500m in two years - 'not the way we work'

Liverpool have spent around £510m inclusive of add-ons in the two years since Arne Slot and Richard Hughes took charge at Anfield.

source https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/2167762/Liverpool-transfer-news-Arne-Slot-spend

We've just been introduced to Liverpool's glittering new superstar as Mohamed Salah fades

Our Liverpool FC Jury have assembled to discuss the week's goings on at Anfield, where there's one star name on everyone's lips

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Jeremy Jacquet 'wanted to eat everything up' and can replace Virgil van Dijk at Liverpool

Liverpool's incoming summer signing has the best qualities of Marcel Desailly and Laurent Blanc combined, says his former coach.

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Liverpool latest: Mohamed Salah problem pointed out as Reds told 'transfer can happen'

Liverpool have been told they have a problem despite getting back to winning ways in the Premier League

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Your Liverpool questions answered! Ian Doyle on transfers, Arne Slot's future and Xabi Alonso

We asked you for your burning questions on the goings on at Anfield, and Chief Liverpool FC correspondent Ian Doyle has provided the answers

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Arne Slot deserves more time but two players may have changed Liverpool dressing room

Former Liverpool striker Stan Collymore has given his verdict on Arne Slot's future and the difference potentially made by summer signings of Florian Wirtz and Alexander Isak

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Liverpool slammed for clinching a £60m Jacquet deal

£60m Bargain or Blunder? The great Jeremy Jacquet debate ignites Anfield

The reviews for Jeremy Jacquet following his £60 million transfer to Liverpool have been polarized, ranging from praise for his long-term potential to harsh criticism regarding the high fee and the timing of the deal.

Jacquet’s first match for Rennes after the transfer was made official has also added fuel to the debate. In a Coupe de France tie against Marseille, Jacquet was part of a defense that conceded in the opening two minutes.

The Critical View: "Suckers" and "Ridiculous"

The most vocal criticism has come from former France international and World Cup winner Christophe Dugarry, who labeled Liverpool "suckers" for the £60 million ($82M) outlay.

​Lack of Experience: Dugarry and other critics pointed out that Jacquet has made fewer than 60 senior appearances, suggesting the fee is "ridiculous" for a prospect of his age.

The "Van Dijk" Comparison: Critics have noted that the fee makes him Liverpool’s second most expensive defender of all time, just behind Virgil van Dijk, placing immense pressure on the 20-year-old before he even arrives.

Pundit Skepticism: Paul Merson expressed shock at the deal's structure, questioning why Liverpool would pay such a significant sum for a player who will not join the squad until the summer, especially given the club's current defensive injury crisis.

The Positive View: "Great Pedigree"

Conversely, many see the deal as a masterstroke of recruitment, beating out rivals like Chelsea for one of Europe's most promising talents.

Jamie Redknapp: The former Liverpool midfielder stated he "loves the signing," citing Jacquet's "great pedigree" and the fact that he was being tracked by several elite European clubs.

Tactical Fit: Scout reports highlight Jacquet as a "front-foot stopper" who is comfortable carrying the ball and playing progressive passes, often compared to Ibrahima Konaté but with more confidence in his long-range passing.

Strategic Win: Supporters of the move argue that acting now prevents a bidding war in the summer, securing a long-term successor for the defense.

Liverpool nagging transfer suspicion remains as Richard Hughes move telling

The ECHO looks at the mid-season transfer window and how Liverpool have fared

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Liverpool 15-year-old makes impact as European hopes end in familiar fashion

Liverpool analysis as the under-19s see their UEFA Youth League campaign ended with a 2-1 defeat in Slovakia against MSK Zilina on Tuesday

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Eleven players could miss Liverpool showdown against Man City as injury update imminent

Arne Slot is waiting for an update on the fitness of his Liverpool players ahead of the Premier League clash against Manchester City

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Liverpool can still do four deals in next 24 hours despite transfer window closing

Liverpool's transfer business might not yet be finished despite the window passing.

source https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/2165897/liverpool-four-transfers-chiesa-aurier-origi-sterling

Mohamed Salah may have to accept 'different role' at Liverpool and Antoine Griezmann proves it

Former Liverpool striker Fernando Morientes has offered his opinion on what could be next for Mohamed Salah at Anfield

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Andy Robertson spotted pulling pint at Liverpool pub

The left-back's appearance at the city centre pub was warmly received online

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Celtic eye move for ex-Liverpool star after Mikel Arteta admits transfer considered

Former Liverpool star Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain could sign for a new club as he continues to train with Arsenal

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