What Liverpool need to bankroll summer transfer spend is clear after £74m reminder

This week's Blood Red column assesses the importance of Champions League participation for Liverpool following the release of the club's latest accounts

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Arne Slot details Rio Ngumoha plan as Liverpool boss faces growing calls - 'Let's be clear'

Arne Slot has his say as calls grow for teenager winger Rio Ngumoha to be given more senior minutes at Liverpool

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Arne Slot launches passionate defence of Liverpool transfers and makes £450m claim

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has addressed what 'people never talk about' the club's record-breaking summer of spending

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/arne-slot-launches-passionate-defence-33503156

Liverpool latest: Trent Alexander-Arnold comeback thoughts clear as rematch set

Liverpool's Champions League fate is imminent as Trent Alexander-Arnold opens up on his hopes of winning the prestigious tournament

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Mohamad Salah can adapt to new Liverpool role as future star waits in the wings

Mohamed Salah has now gone nine Premier League matches without a goal for Liverpool for the first time. Our LFC jury gives its view.

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Liverpool warned about £40m West Ham star blessed with 'Declan Rice vibes'

The ECHO spoke to West Ham fan Daniel Presscott to get the view from the Hammers ahead of the Anfield clash on Saturday

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Emotional Diego Simeone is not thinking about Liverpool as Jurgen Klopp named as inspiration

Diego Simeone and Atletico Madrid could face Liverpool once more in the Champions League while the manager of giant killers Bodo/Glimt says he has been inspired by Jurgen Klopp's great Reds sides

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/emotional-diego-simeone-not-thinking-33491277

Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea and Tottenham's two Champions League opponents confirmed

The Champions League last-16 line-up has been confirmed following the play-off round.

source https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/2175645/arsenal-liverpool-chelsea-tottenham-champions-league-draw

Liverpool to play in May tournament with Chelsea as Masters Football returns

Liverpool and Chelsea are among the clubs represented in the Masters Football tournament on May 31 at OVO Arena Wembley

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Liverpool may need to shift transfer strategy this summer after what Arsenal have done

The ECHO's Liverpool FC correspondent Paul Gorst assesses a potential shift in transfer strategy for the club this summer

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/sport-opinion/liverpool-need-shift-transfer-strategy-33482966

Liverpool news: Three-man Salah replacement shortlist as Ngumoha issues response

Liverpool youngster Rio Ngumoha has given his first interview after Arne Slot's praise, with Mohamed Salah facing criticism.

source https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/2175123/Liverpool-transfer-news-Salah-Ngumoha

Liverpool's Champions League path becomes clearer as possible opponent confirmed

Liverpool now know they will face Atletico Madrid or one of Galatasaray or Juventus in the Champions League round of 16

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/liverpools-champions-league-path-becomes-33485125

Dominik Szoboszlai is being wasted and Liverpool are now left with unavoidable decision

In the second part of his weekly column, John Aldridge makes a plea about Dominik Szoboszlai and laments the absence of Florian Wirtz

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/dominik-szoboszlai-being-wasted-liverpool-33475258

Arne Slot faces Cody Gakpo conundrum as Liverpool consider new-look midfield

Liverpool are next up against West Ham United in the Premier League with Arne Slot facing some selection posers

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Darwin Nunez 'in talks for shock Premier League return' as ex-Liverpool star set for new club

Darwin Nunez only joined Al-Hilal from Liverpool last summer in a £46million move, but the striker could already be on his way back to the Premier League in the coming months in a shock return

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/darwin-nunez-liverpool-transfer-news-33471575

Arne Slot explains emotions after late Liverpool win and 'worst' 45 minutes of his reign

Arne Slot reflects on Liverpool's 1-0 injury-time Premier League victory over Nottingham Forest at the City Ground

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Rio Ngumoha sends clear Liverpool message after Jamie Carragher's Mo Salah claim

Rio Ngumoha responded to his bright Liverpool cameo social media with a clear message following Jamie Carragher's honest admission

source https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/2174144/Rio-Ngumoha-Liverpool-Carragher-Salah

Liverpool line-ups for Nottingham Forest amid Florian Wirtz question and Dominik Szoboszlai call

The ECHO's Liverpool writers pick their teams for Sunday's trip to Nottingham Forest

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/liverpool-lineups-nottingham-forest-amid-33465676

Liverpool warned about one Nottingham Forest player who 'is going all the way to the top'

We spoke to Nottingham Live reporter Sarah Clapson as Liverpool hope to flatten Forest's new manager bounce

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Liverpool have rare luxury that Arne Slot must take full advantage of at Nottingham Forest

The ECHO previews Liverpool's trip to Nottingham Forest on Sunday, with Arne Slot afforded a rare luxury heading into the fixture

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10 players who could miss Nottingham Forest vs Liverpool after Arne Slot's injury update

Liverpool will travel to the East Midlands to face Nottingham Forest in the Premier League on Sunday (2pm).

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/gallery/liverpool-injury-news-nottingham-forest-33464655

Liverpool's grand transfer plan is starting to reveal itself as critical summer period awaits

This week's Blood Red column looks ahead to this summer's transfer window and assesses the importance of qualifying for the Champions League

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/liverpools-grand-transfer-plan-starting-33463684

Alexis Mac Allister position addressed as Arne Slot makes X-rated Liverpool admission

Liverpool boss Arne Slot has been asked about the improvement in form from Alexis Mac Allister in the Reds midfield

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/alexis-mac-allister-position-addressed-33460745

Arne Slot issues response over Wayne Rooney Liverpool 'aura' claim - 'you tell me'

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has responded to claims from Wayne Rooney he doesn't have the presence to be Reds boss

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/arne-slot-issues-response-over-33460673

Arne Slot 'brings in two players to Liverpool training' as star ruled out vs Nottingham Forest

Liverpool boss Arne Slot has called up more academy players to first-team training as injury problems continue to plague the champions

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/arne-slot-liverpool-nottingham-forest-33457758

Liverpool latest: Jurgen Klopp remarks prove correct as Arne Slot backs former coach

Arne Slot has backed a former member of his staff as legendary ex-boss Jurgen Klopp has been given the last laugh

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/liverpool-arne-slot-jurgen-klopp-33456736

Liverpool know what they must do with Dominik Szoboszlai amid Real Madrid 'whimsical bluster'

Our Liverpool FC jury has been discussing the importance of Dominik Szoboszlai and how to handle rumours of Real Madrid interest.

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/liverpool-know-what-must-dominik-33457067

Alexander Isak can still rescue Liverpool season and one player is proof

Liverpool will be hopeful Alexander Isak can follow in the footsteps of one former player as he overcomes his serious injury

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/alexander-isak-can-still-rescue-33456232

Jamie Carragher makes Liverpool and Luis Suarez admission after Vinicius Jr racism row

Jamie Carragher has advised Benfica to apologise over the alleged racist abuse towards Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr, drawing on Liverpool's mistakes during the Luis Suarez and Patrice Evra incident

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/carragher-vinicius-jr-suarez-benfica-33450644

Liverpool news: Virgil van Dijk upset as captain replacement emerges

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk said that the entire squad was left 'gutted'.

source https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/2172776/Liverpool-news-Van-Dijk-Szoboszlai-injury

Former Liverpool striker makes fresh claim over Arne Slot future - 'Now is the time'

Former Liverpool striker Emile Heskey urges the club to stick by Arne Slot and challenges everyone at Anfield to "stand up and be counted"

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/former-liverpool-striker-makes-fresh-33444901

‘We will see…’ – Alexis Mac Allister’s dad speaks out amid bombshell Man United rumours

Carlos Mac Allister has spoken out amid rumours linking his son Alexis with a shock move to Manchester United.

Earlier this week, The Mirror claimed that the Old Trafford hierarchy have been eyeing a raid for the Liverpool midfielder, who Red Devils co-owner Jim Ratcliffe would be interested in snapping up if the 27-year-old were to become available.

Fabrizio Romano subsequently downplayed the likelihood of such a transfer coming off, saying that while he expects Michael Carrick’s side to be ‘really busy’ in terms of midfield recruitment in the summer, he’s ‘not aware of anything really concrete or really strong’ regarding the Argentina international.

Carlos Mac Allister addresses latest rumours involving his son

Mac Allister senior spoke exclusively to WinWin and insisted that Alexis’ only priority is to extend his current contract at Anfield, rather than going anywhere else.

He stated: “Alexis is only thinking about Liverpool at the moment. We are waiting for an offer to renew his contract. We will see what the club’s plan is.”

When asked if the Reds midfielder would consider moving overseas if no agreement can be reached on Merseyside, Carlos replied: “We’ll wait and see what happens with the renewal. That’s all.”

(Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)

When will Liverpool begin renewal talks with Alexis Mac Allister?

This isn’t the first time that the Liverpool midfielder’s dad has felt obliged to publicly denounce transfer speculation involving the Reds’ number 10 – it’s not even the first time this month.

Only a fortnight ago, he made similar comments to above in addressing rumours of renewed interest from Real Madrid, against whom the 27-year-old scored our winning goal in a Champions League clash in November.

There would appear to be no major hurry for the relevant parties to thrash out a contract renewal, given that Mac Allister’s current deal runs to June 2028, although Carlos’ comments would suggest that Alexis is keen for Anfield chiefs to make the first move.

The Argentine will be aware that Dominik Szoboszlai – who also joined Liverpool in 2023 and has a similar contract length to the ex-Brighton midfielder – has begun negotiations with the Merseyside hierarchy over a prospective extension, and he may duly be wondering when the same will happen with him.

Realistically we don’t have to worry too much about Manchester United’s reported interest, as LFC surely wouldn’t countenance selling a key player to their biggest rivals, although the 27-year-old might be keen for renewal talks to commence sooner rather than later.

His father would most likely appreciate that, too, so that he doesn’t have to keep publicly shooting down transfer rumours surrounding our number 10.

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Liverpool latest: Trent Alexander-Arnold future update emerges as Man Utd plot major transfer

Former Liverpool player Alexander Arnold excelled for Real Madrid at the weekend but he faces an uncertain future

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Jurgen Klopp Liverpool return verdict reached after Chelsea and Manchester United 'approaches'

Jurgen Klopp has been back in the news this week and that's been enough for some people to ponder a return to Liverpool for the former boss

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/jurgen-klopp-liverpool-return-verdict-33443104

Liverpool have five games to make Premier League statement as two players near return

The Liverpool squad will return to the AXA Training Centre today after some well earned rest and ahead of a key period for the Reds

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/liverpool-five-games-make-premier-33442108

Report: Federico Chiesa could yet be handed World Cup lifeline despite two-year Italy exile

Federico Chiesa could potentially be recalled to the Italy squad for their World Cup play-off in March, despite not playing for his country in nearly two years.

The Liverpool forward has been capped 51 times by the Azzurri, but the most recent of those came in their 2-0 defeat to Switzerland in the round of 16 at Euro 2024, two months before he joined the Reds.

Current Italy boss Gennaro Gattuso has maintained that, while he’s constantly kept in touch with the 28-year-old, it’s been the player’s decision not to return to international duty in recent months rather than his.

Gattuso remains open to calling up Chiesa next month

According to a report from Calciomercato, the ex-AC Milan midfielder met with the Azzurri’s England-based players for dinner in London recently, with Chiesa among those in attendance.

It’s claimed that Gattuso remains open to calling up the Liverpool forward for the World Cup play-off against Northern Ireland in March despite previous rejections, and the two men have maintained a positive relationship.

However, the Italy coach is insistent that he’ll only select players who are all-in on their country’s mission to reach a first World Cup since 2014, having sensationally missed out on the subsequent editions in Russia and Qatar.

(Photo by Alex Grimm/Getty Images)

Will Chiesa be ready to end his two-year Italy exile?

Whereas many other coaches may have disregarded Chiesa for good after turning down previous call-ups, at least Gattuso seems willing to leave the door open for the Anfield cult hero, should he wish to end his two-year international exile.

The Azzurri boss is thought to have previously advised the 28-year-old to consider leaving Liverpool in order to boost his national team chances, with the forward being given just his fifth start of the season in the FA Cup win over Brighton last weekend.

Even if the Reds attacker indicates a desire to return to the Italy fold, it’d still be at the head coach’s discretion as to whether or not he’s selected, and our number 14 might be viewed as a gamble considering his sparsity of club minutes.

However, as we’ve seen at Anfield, Chiesa is capable of being the wildcard who conjures up a crucial late goal even if he’s not on the pitch for long, and that quality could be priceless for his nation in a do-or-die World Cup play-off series next month.

This may well be the Liverpool forward’s best chance of playing at the global showpiece, should his country qualify, and that might just persuade him to tell Gattuso that he’s ready to help the Azzurri to atone for missing out in 2018 and 2022.

It’s been nearly five years since he lit up Euro 2020 as Italy went on to lift the trophy. Could we yet see him attempting to inspire his nation to similar heroics in North America in the summer?

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Liverpool must now make clear transfer decision as Mohamed Salah hunger returns

In the second part of his weekly column, John Aldridge looks ahead to the Premier League visit to Nottingham Forest and has outlined Liverpool's transfer priority in the summer

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Ibrahima Konate Liverpool contract decision agreed after return to form and £60m transfer

Our ECHO panel have their say on what Liverpool should look to do over the future of Ibrahima Konate, who is out of contract this summer

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Arne Slot comments raise hopes of Liverpool injury boost after cruel exit fears

Liverpool midfielder Wataru Endo faces a spell on the sidelines after the injury he picked up at Sunderland, but comments from Arne Slot suggest he could be back before the end of the season

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/arne-slot-comments-raise-hopes-33429814

Liverpool sent Dominik Szoboszlai contract warning after Real Madrid transfer claim

Dominik Szoboszlai has been commanding the headlines after an impressive run of form with Liverpool this season

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Arne Slot faces difficult Cody Gakpo decision as Liverpool consider midfield change

Liverpool are next up against Sunderland in the Premier League with Arne Slot facing some selection posers

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/arne-slot-faces-difficult-cody-33429401

Yan Diomande makes Liverpool admission as 'dream' transfer claim addressed

Yan Diomande is one of the hottest talents in Europe and Liverpool have been repeatedly linked

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(Image) Liverpool fans may have wished VAR was in effect on Saturday as fairytale moment denied

VAR is the bane of many football fans’ existences, but Liverpool supporters may well have been wishing it was in effect at Anfield on Saturday night.

There were plenty of positives to enjoy from the 3-0 victory over Brighton as Kopites were treated to some delightful goals and a clean sheet as our passage to the fifth round of the FA Cup was effectively booked with a quarter of the match still to play.

Such was the Reds’ comfort in the closing stages that Arne Slot took the opportunity to bring on two teenagers in Rio Ngumoha and Trey Nyoni, along with handing a rare senior appearance to Calvin Ramsay.

Ngumoha has fair goal disallowed, and VAR wasn’t in use to overturn it

With 10 minutes of normal time remaining, a swift Liverpool counterattack saw Cody Gakpo pick out the 17-year-old winger on the left flank, and the youngster bore down on goal before firing past Jason Steele.

Unfortunately, he was denied his dream moment in front of the Kop as the offside flag had gone up, and with VAR not in effect at this stage of the FA Cup, there was no opportunity for the decision to be reviewed.

TV replays showed that Ngumoha was actually onside as the ball was played to him – the goal should’ve stood and the on-field call would almost certainly have been overturned if the video assistance was in effect (see screeenshot below from @sbzcomps on X).

Image via @sbzcomps on X

Ngumoha’s goal would’ve stood had VAR been in use

In the greater context, the disallowed goal didn’t really matter to Liverpool, who were 3-0 up at that stage and marching serenely into the next round of the tournament.

However, it’s wrong that the 17-year-old should be denied a goal in front of the Kop because of an erroneous decision by the assistant referee, and the lack of VAR to correct that mistake.

Many football fans and pundits seem to enjoy the absence of the technology prior to the FA Cup fifth round, and there’s no denying that its usage in English football over the past few years has often been infuriating.

On this occasion, though, it would’ve ensured that a fair goal for Ngumoha would’ve counted and he’d have had a moment to cherish at Anfield, to go along with his fairytale winner away to Newcastle last August.

At least the teenage starlet is set to have plenty of opportunities in the future to score at the Kop end and tick that landmark accomplishment off the list. It’s a shame that it didn’t happen on Saturday night, but it seems to be a matter of when and not if it comes for him.

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Arne Slot makes feelings clear on Mohamed Salah's bold 'best in the world' claim

Arne Slot responded to Mohamed Salah claiming that Dominik Szoboszlai is one of the best players in the world at the moment

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/arne-slot-makes-feelings-clear-33427114

6 duels won: Liverpool colossus had his ‘best 45 minutes for the club’ as Reds see off Brighton

One Liverpool player was deemed to have had his ‘best 45 minutes for the club’ in the first half of the 3-0 victory over Brighton on Saturday night.

The Reds cruised into the fifth round of the FA Cup as they saw off the Seagulls at Anfield, with Curtis Jones, Dominik Szoboszlai and Mo Salah grabbing the goals for Arne Slot’s side.

The Scouse midfielder’s opener shortly before half-time saw him get on the end of a sublime cross from Milos Kerkez, with the Hungarian capping his terrific performance tonight with a second assist in his last three games.

Kerkez had ‘his best 45 minutes’ for Liverpool tonight

In an collaborative article for The Athletic reflecting on Liverpool’s win over Brighton, Dan Sheldon was keen to highlight the 22-year-old’s contribution to a hugely satisfying result for the Reds.

He wrote: ‘Watching Milos Kerkez against Brighton & Hove Albion was a reminder of why Liverpool paid £40m to sign him from Bournemouth last summer.

‘The left-back was at his Bournemouth best in Liverpool’s win, a steady presence in defence and a constant threat on the overlap going forward. He exuded energy at Anfield, and got his just reward with a lovely first-time cross to set up Jones for the opening goal late in the first half.’

Sheldon added: ‘It may have taken several months for Kerkez to settle at Liverpool, but you could make the case that the first half was his best 45 minutes for the club, which will only further boost his confidence following a run of good performances.’

(Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images)

Kerkez was superb for Liverpool all night

The Hungarian left-back had to endure some tough moments in his first few months on Merseyside, being substituted just 38 minutes into the win at Burnley in September and seeing Gary Neville liken his performances to those of a 10-year-old.

If the Sky Sports pundit was watching tonight’s match, it’s safe to say that he’d have had a rather more glowing assessment of Liverpool’s number 6, who not only set up Jones’ opener but also drew a fine save from Jason Steele in the first half and offered a constant threat from the left flank.

Paul Gorst awarded Kerkez 8/10 in his post-match player ratings for the Liverpool Echo, with the journalist proclaiming that the 22-year-old ‘is growing in stature by the week’ at Anfield, and the statistics from the Brighton game (as per Sofascore) back that up.

Pass completion	79%
Duels won	6
Tackles made	4
Clearances	2
Interceptions	2
Shots on target	1
Key passes	1
‘Big chances’ created	1

The Hungary international has had a tough act to follow in Andy Robertson, and a different head coach might well have listened to some external pleas to drop him in favour of the long-serving Scot after a tough few weeks in the autumn.

Instead, Slot kept faith in the ex-Bournemouth colossus and is now being rewarded with a series of increasingly mature and influential dispalys from a player who’s now proving to be a vital presence in this Liverpool team.

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Arne Slot need not worry about Liverpool admission as FA Cup presents growing opportunity

Paul Gorst's verdict from Anfield as Liverpool win 3-0 against Brighton to secure a fifth-round place in the FA Cup

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/arne-slot-need-not-worry-33427110

You have to go back to 2022 for root of Liverpool's mounting contract problem

Paul Gorst's weekend Blood Red column assesses Liverpool's contract wranglings and how the issues date back years

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/you-go-back-2022-root-33423097

Arne Slot shares thoughts on Curtis Jones' Liverpool future after shock transfer approach

Arne Slot gives his take on Curtis Jones' Liverpool future after an approach from Inter at the end of the January transfer window

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Arne Slot offers new Ibrahima Konate Liverpool contract update - 'Let's see where that ends'

Arne Slot discusses Ibrahima Konate's Liverpool future as the centre-back enters the final few months of his Anfield contract

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/arne-slot-offers-new-ibrahima-33419875

Liverpool issue update on Ibrahima Konate contract talks as Real Madrid sniff around

Ibrahima Konate remains in contract talks at Anfield with manager Arne Slot confirming he wants the Liverpool defender to extend his Anfield stay.

source https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/2170817/liverpool-update-ibrahima-konate-contract-talks

Liverpool urged to make double Tottenham transfer raid as 'not too happy' claim made

Didi Hamann believes Micky van de Ven will be on Liverpool's transfer radar this season - along with another Tottenham Hotspur defender

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/liverpool-urged-make-double-tottenham-33413680

Liverpool should park summer transfer plans - they have two bigger priorities

Our Liverpool FC fans' jury have their say after the Reds bounced back from the dispiriting defeat to Manchester City with a gritty win over Sunderland

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/liverpool-should-park-summer-transfer-33413429

Arne Slot faces same old Liverpool problem as Wataru Endo injury deepens crisis

A look at how Liverpool might line up when they entertain Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday in the FA Cup

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/arne-slot-faces-same-old-33415391

Arne Slot handed fresh injury nightmare as Liverpool star Wataru Endo stretchered off

A Liverpool star was left requiring oxygen during the Premier League game against Sunderland as Arne Slot suffered a nightmare injury blow

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/breaking-wataru-endo-liverpool-injury-33408624

Liverpool player ratings vs Sunderland: 8/10 duo shine but night marred by serious injury

SUNDERLAND 0-1 LIVERPOOL: The Reds bounced back as a long-standing record fell at the Stadium of Light.

source https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/2169823/Liverpool-Sunderland-player-ratings-Wirtz-Endo

Liverpool have final chance under Arne Slot to change issue that says everything

Liverpool have a disappointing record against promoted clubs this season but it isn't the first time they've struggled to defend the championship

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Arne Slot makes Luis Diaz admission as he brands Liverpool transfer judgement 'unfair'

Arne Slot was asked about Luis Diaz, the former Liverpool forward now in fantastic form for Bayern Munich, in the embargoed section of his Liverpool press conference

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Arne Slot breaks silence on Liverpool sack 'ultimatum' with boss under pressure

Arne Slot has addressed questions about his Liverpool future after the Reds' poor form left them fighting for Champions League qualification.

source https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/2169294/Liverpool-news-Arne-Slot-sack-ultimatum

Liverpool should forget about top four but there are three reasons this season can be saved

In the second part of his weekly column, John Aldridge looks at an uphill battle for Liverpool to finish inside the top four and why the FA Cup is now important for Arne Slot

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Arne Slot faces difficult Calvin Ramsay decision as Liverpool consider major change

Liverpool are next up against Sunderland in the Premier League with Arne Slot facing some selection posers

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I thought my friend had pulled his hamstring, minutes later he was dead

Mark Preston said it was a day he'll "never forget"

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Arne Slot expresses frustration over Marc Guehi decision after Liverpool loss to Man City

Arne Slot could not understand how former Liverpool transfer target Marc Guehi was not sent off for Manchester City at Anfield

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Marc Guehi left baffled by Liverpool reaction as former transfer target sends Anfield message

Former Liverpool transfer target Marc Guehi was jeered at Anfield during Man City's 2-1 win.

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Roy Keane fumes at Man City for 'disrespectful' Arne Slot moment after Liverpool win

Manchester City's dressing room celebrations interrupted Arne Slot's post-match interview at Anfield, prompting Roy Keane to criticise Pep Guardiola's players

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Liverpool face Champions League reality as Man City visit sharpens FSG thinking around future

Paul Gorst looks ahead to Sunday's visit from Manchester City and assesses the importance of Champions League qualification at Liverpool

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'I played for Jurgen Klopp and Pep Guardiola - there is a clear difference between them'

The two managers are revered as the greatest of their generation - but they differ on many things.

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Florian Wirtz answering Gary Neville's 'little boy' jibe as Liverpool star eyes Man City impact

Paul Gorst takes an in-depth look at Florian Wirtz's adaptation to Liverpool life as the in-form No.7 continues to grow in stature at Anfield

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Pundits agree on Liverpool vs Man City predictions as Reds backed to 'run away with it'

Plenty of big name pundits have been having their say on Liverpool's huge clash with Manchester City at Anfield this Sunday

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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.

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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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JACQ-POT! Liverpool Secure France’s Brightest Defensive Gem in Blockbuster Summer Switch

Liverpool successfully hijacked Chelsea’s £60m Move for French Star Jérémy Jacquet

Liverpool have reached a comprehensive agreement to sign 20-year-old French center-back Jérémy Jacquet from Rennes. While the deal is being finalized now, he won't officially join the squad until the summer of 2026.

The Reds struck a £60m agreement to leave Chelsea, Bayern Munich and Man Utd reeling on the race.

The Transfer Breakdown

Here are the key details of the agreement:

When does January transfer deadline day close and why has the date changed?

Premier League clubs have a finite time left to do their business in the January transfer window.

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Arne Slot faces major Dominik Szoboszlai decision as Liverpool wait on transfer

Liverpool are next up against Manchester City in the Premier League with Arne Slot facing some selection posers

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BREAKING Jeremy Jacquet transfer latest as Liverpool agree £55m deal to sign Rennes centre-back

Rennes centre-back Jeremy Jacquet has emerged as a key part of Liverpool's proposed defensive rebuild this summer

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Liverpool 'reach agreement' for £61m Jeremy Jacquet transfer as Chelsea hijacked

Liverpool have agreed a £61million deal to beat Chelsea to a transfer deadline day signing.

source https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/2165381/Liverpool-Jeremy-Jacquet-transfer-Chelsea