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...
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,...
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...
Milos Kerkez: An Exciting Prospect, But Is He the Right Fit for Liverpool?
The name Milos Kerkez has sparked no shortage of excitement, confusion and fierce debate in Liverpool circles. The Hungarian full-back has become one of the most talked-about potential arrivals under Arne Slot, but the question remains — is he truly the answer...
Why Jeremie Frimpong Could Be Arne Slot's Perfect Liverpool Signing
You don’t replace Trent Alexander-Arnold. Not in the conventional sense. What you do, if you're smart, is reshape the function. You find someone who doesn’t mimic his passes but multiplies your threats. That someone, increasingly, looks like Jeremie Frimpong.
Under Arne Slot, Liverpool’s right flank is...
Liverpool’s Tactical Struggles Against Newcastle: A Deep Dive into the Numbers
Liverpool’s defeat in the League Cup final was disappointing for fans, but the 2-1 loss to Newcastle in the Premier League was arguably a more concerning result. In the latest Under Pressure podcast from Anfield Index, Dan Kennett, Simon Brundish, Dr Phil Barter, and...
Liverpool’s EFL Cup Final Defeat to Newcastle: Video Analysis Breakdown
Liverpool’s 2-1 loss to Newcastle United in the EFL Cup Final was more than just a missed opportunity for silverware—it laid bare the structural weaknesses that have plagued the team throughout the season. In Panenka LFC’s post-match analysis, they dissected exactly where things went wrong,...
Liverpool’s Tactical Evolution: How Arne Slot’s Adjustments Broke Southampton’s Resistance
Liverpool’s relentless pursuit of the Premier League title continued with a 3-1 victory over Southampton at Anfield. But while the result suggested a routine win, the performance was anything but straightforward. A sluggish first half saw the Reds struggle against a disciplined Saints side before...
How Arne Slot Outclassed Guardiola: Liverpool’s Tactical Masterclass at the Etihad
Liverpool’s stunning 2-0 victory over Manchester City at the Etihad wasn’t just another three points—it was a statement. It was a performance built on meticulous tactical adjustments, relentless discipline, and an execution that left Pep Guardiola’s side struggling for solutions.
On the Panenka LFC Podcast,...
Liverpool Edge Past Wolves: A Game of Two Halves
Liverpool’s 2-1 victory over Wolves at Anfield was a match that left fans with mixed emotions. As the Panenka LFC podcast put it, “that was a tough watch,” with a dominant first half followed by a nervy second period where Arne Slot’s side just about held...
