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...
Owen Explains Slot Exit as Liverpool Begin New Era
Michael Owen has offered a clear reading of why Liverpool moved on from Arne Slot, and it cuts through much of the noise. This was not simply about numbers, league position or tactical theory. It was about the mood inside Anfield.
Owen told the Liverpool ECHO: "Towards...
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...
Klopp backs Wirtz despite mixed debut campaign at Liverpool
Liverpool supporters have spent much of the past season debating the impact of Florian Wirtz. Arriving at Anfield amid enormous expectations and a transfer fee reported to be in excess of £100 million, the Germany international was viewed as one of the cornerstones of Liverpool's future.
Yet...
Richard Hughes Faces Defining Liverpool Moment as Iraola Era Begins
Liverpool’s decision to appoint Andoni Iraola as head coach may ultimately become the defining chapter of Richard Hughes’ time at Anfield.
Just 12 months ago, Hughes could seemingly do no wrong. Fresh from helping oversee a Premier League title-winning campaign and earning praise for his work...
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...
Andoni Iraola Faces Major Decision on How to Use World-Class Liverpool Star
Dominik Szoboszlai was one of the most interesting names in Dave Davis and Michael Reid’s Anfield Index discussion about Andoni Iraola. If Liverpool are moving towards a more aggressive, pressing and direct style, Szoboszlai looks like an obvious fit. As Davis put it,...