Liverpool Striker Search: Isak Leads the Way in Data-Driven Shortlist
Liverpool’s attention has firmly turned to signing a new striker, with Darwin Núñez struggling for consistent output. The three names in the mix are Hugo Ekitike, Victor Osimhen and Alexander Isak, each offering different strengths. Based on performance data, fitness record, cost and tactical fit,...
Marc Guéhi to Liverpool: Value, Risks and Fit
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Premier League Experience and Tactical Flexibility
With Jarell Quansah departing, Liverpool need a centre-back who can slot in without disrupting structure. Marc Guéhi, an England international and former Crystal Palace...
Liverpool’s Summer Plans: Ruthless Evolution Under Slot
Squad Overhaul Signals New Era
Liverpool FC are preparing for a major summer of transition, with Arne Slot at the helm of what looks to be one of the most ambitious rebuilds in recent years. The message from Grizz Khan and The Red Room was clear: this isn’t change...
Wirtz: A Generational Talent Bound for Anfield
Few players move the needle quite like Florian Wirtz. Discussing the Leverkusen star on Anfield Index, Seb Stafford-Bloor laid out precisely why the 21-year-old represents not just a marquee signing, but possibly Liverpool’s most ambitious move of the modern era.
“I can rarely remember Liverpool actually going out and...
Could Viktor Gyökeres Be Liverpool’s Next No. 9?
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Positional Intelligence and Movement
Viktor Gyökeres brings a rare blend of positional discipline and forward intelligence that Liverpool have lacked since Roberto Firmino’s peak. At Sporting CP,...
Milos Kerkez: The Future of Liverpool's Left Flank
In recent months, Liverpool FC's pursuit of Milos Kerkez has been one of the most talked-about transfer targets. With the Reds seeking a modern, energetic fullback to bolster their left side, Kerkez, the 21-year-old left-back currently playing for Bournemouth, has emerged as a potential long-term solution. In...
VVD Leads Liverpool's Title Revelry with a Personal Touch
Call for Celebration from Liverpool’s Leader
Virgil van Dijk has never shied away from taking responsibility. On the pitch, he is Liverpool’s calm presence and commanding voice. Off it, he has now taken charge of the Reds' celebrations, urging supporters to turn the next 24 hours into...
Liverpool Crowned Champions: Coronation Day Worthy of England's Most Successful Club
Day of Sunlight and Song
The streets of Anfield were awash with red as the sun cast its golden hue over Liverpool. Supporters, young and old, gathered in anticipation, their voices united in song, their hearts beating in rhythm with the club they adore. The...
Premier League Champions’ Day at Anfield
As Liverpool closed out their Premier League campaign with a 1-1 draw against Crystal Palace, David Lynch used his YouTube platform to deliver a reflective, emotional and analytical response. The day wasn’t about the scoreline, but about moments, transitions and meaning. From Mo Salah’s brilliance to Trent Alexander-Arnold’s reception,...
Why Jeremie Frimpong and Milos Kerkez Could Be Game-Changers for Liverpool’s New Era
As Liverpool transitions into the Arne Slot era, attention has quickly turned to potential reinforcements — particularly in the full-back positions. In the latest episode of the Anfield Index Under Pressure podcast, data journalist Dan Kennett was joined by Simon Brundish, Dr...