Liverpool Must Not Fall for World Cup Hype
Every major international tournament creates transfer stories.
A player enjoys three or four outstanding weeks, captures the imagination of supporters and journalists alike, and suddenly finds himself linked with some of Europe’s biggest clubs.
It happens every time. The World Cup will be no different.
Liverpool’s recruitment department, however, must...
Liverpool Must Not Give Up on Curtis Jones Yet
As Liverpool begin a new chapter under Andoni Iraola, one player whose future deserves careful consideration is Curtis Jones.
The former academy graduate enters the summer with just one year remaining on his current contract and, after a frustrating campaign under Arne Slot, uncertainty surrounds what comes...
Liverpool Must Rebuild Their Midfield Engine This Summer
One of the biggest lessons from Liverpool’s disappointing campaign is that the midfield lacked the physicality, aggression, and intensity required to dominate the Premier League.
Too often, the central areas were overrun. Too often, Liverpool looked second best in transitions. Too often, opponents were able to play through...
Could Darwin Núñez Complete the Most Unexpected Liverpool Return?
Football has a habit of producing stories that seem impossible until they suddenly become reality.
The latest rumour that Darwin Núñez may sever ties with Al Hilal certainly falls into that category.
Only last summer, the Uruguayan striker left Liverpool after enduring a difficult final season under Arne...
Could Rayan Follow Iraola to Liverpool and Become the Next Anfield Superstar?
Replacing Mohamed Salah is arguably the biggest challenge facing Liverpool this summer. I hoped for a moment that a deal may be made to re-sign the legendary attacker, now that Arne Slot has gone, however, the huge wages on the former Roma man...
Is It Time for Liverpool to Cash In on Cody Gakpo?
The arrival of Andoni Iraola as Liverpool’s new head coach will bring excitement, intensity, and perhaps most importantly, a fresh evaluation of every player within the squad.
One player whose future may suddenly become uncertain is Cody Gakpo.
The Dutch international possesses undeniable quality. His technical...
Iraola’s Backroom Team Could Define Liverpool’s Next Era
Familiar Faces Will Help Iraola Settle Quickly
With Andoni Iraola now looking increasingly likely to become Liverpool’s next head coach on a two-year deal, attention will naturally focus on transfers, tactics, and how he intends to reshape a squad that has endured a deeply disappointing campaign.
However, one of...
Great Coaches Improve Players, Stewards Demand Replacements
One of the most damning criticisms that can be levelled at Arne Slot after this season is not the results, the performances, or even the growing disconnect with the supporters.
It is his apparent inability to improve players.
The very best coaches elevate what they inherit. They identify weaknesses, develop...
Why Liverpool Should At Least Explore the Luis Enrique Possibility
Luis Enrique has done what very few managers in modern football have ever achieved.
He has delivered consecutive Champions League triumphs for Paris Saint-Germain and transformed a club once criticised for individual brilliance into a genuine collective powerhouse. The PSG side that has dominated Europe over...
Could Mohamed Salah Perform the Ultimate Liverpool U-Turn?
Slot’s Exit Changes Everything
One of the most fascinating consequences of Arne Slot’s departure may have nothing to do with Liverpool’s next manager.
Instead, it could revolve around the future of Mohamed Salah.
Only a week ago, it appeared certain that the Egyptian King had played his final game at...