How To Watch Liverpool vs Athletic Club Double Header Pre-Season Friendlies Today

Liverpool vs Athletic Club: Pre-Season Friendlies Provide Tactical Snapshot of What’s to Come Final audition before competitive action As Liverpool prepare to host Athletic Club in a double-header of friendlies at Anfield, the atmosphere feels less like pre-season and more like a dress rehearsal. These are not just warm-up matches. They are stress tests, tactical puzzles,...

Liverpool Confirmed XIs vs Athletic Club: Predicted Lineups and Confirmed Team News

Liverpool Friendlies vs Athletic Club Offer Final Tune-Up Before Season Kick-Off Double shift for Reds at Anfield There are few better ways to prepare for the season than with two friendlies in one night. Liverpool host Athletic Club twice this evening, in back-to-back fixtures at Anfield, giving Arne Slot a final look at his squad before...

Liverpool star reveals impact of grief on new season mindset

Grief, Glory and the Game: Cody Gakpo on Life at Liverpool After Loss Strength through sorrow "Unity is strength" is more than a slogan sewn into a banner on the Kop. For Liverpool Football Club, it has become a guiding principle during its darkest days. In July 2025, the club lost more than just a footballer....

Liverpool prepare Plan B with Madrid attacker in their sights

Liverpool Keep Rodrygo in Reserve as Isak Talks Stall Isak remains priority but patience wearing thin Liverpool’s summer transfer saga continues to centre on Alexander Isak. The Sweden international remains the top target for Arne Slot, who sees the Newcastle forward as the focal point of his new-look frontline. But negotiations have proven difficult. Newcastle’s £150m...

Liverpool confirm the signing of forward

Will Wright Completes Transfer to Liverpool from Salford City Young forward joins Reds’ youth setup Liverpool have completed the permanent signing of 17-year-old striker Will Wright from Salford City. Wright arrives at the Academy with valuable first-team experience already under his belt. The teenager made his senior debut in November 2024 during an EFL Trophy tie against...

Liverpool could cash in as winger attracts fresh Italian interest

Chiesa’s Exit Edges Closer as Italian Interest Grows Italian winger back on radar as exit nears Federico Chiesa’s time at Liverpool has never quite taken off. Signed for a modest £12.5m from Juventus just a year ago, the Italian arrived with questions hanging over his long-term fitness and a point to prove in English football. Now,...

Liverpool not done yet as fresh talks lined up with Newcastle

Liverpool’s Pursuit of Isak Not Over Yet as New Talks Set to Take Place Isak wants Anfield, Liverpool want Isak Liverpool’s long-running interest in Alexander Isak remains active, despite claims from some quarters that they were prepared to walk away from the deal. Talk of pulling the plug is “nonsense,” as Arne Slot retains a strong...

Isak Decision Looms Large in Liverpool’s Pivotal Transfer Week

Liverpool’s pursuit of Alexander Isak and the future of Darwin Núñez This is an abridged version; the full article is available on our 'It Was Always... Liverpool' Substack page: Liverpool’s summer transfer business has reached a critical phase. With Athletic Club visiting Anfield and the window edging towards its conclusion, the pursuit of Alexander Isak could...

Which Liverpool transfer signing will be the most successful this season?

The summer transfer window has been a platform for Liverpool to send a massive statement to the rest of the Premier League. And they’ve done just that. The Reds steamrolled to the Premier League title last season, with Mohamed Salah as their lynchpin. The Egyptian icon had already earned himself a spot among Liverpool legends, but...

Sky Sports Provide Update on Liverpool’s Pursuit of Alexander Isak

Liverpool Remain Firm in Pursuit of Isak as Negotiations Edge Forward Liverpool Continue Push for Alexander Isak Liverpool are not walking away. Despite having an opening bid of £110 million turned down by Newcastle United, the Merseyside club remain keen on securing the services of Alexander Isak. The Sweden international, one of the standout forwards in...

Defender Drops to No. 47 as Liverpool Reflect on Missed Potential

Calvin Ramsay and a Liverpool Future Still Waiting to Begin Once Full of Promise, Now Fighting for Stability In the summer of 2022, Liverpool were on the edge of greatness, having narrowly missed out on an historic quadruple. It was a time that called for calculated evolution, not wholesale change. Yet, as the months unfolded, the...

Florian Wirtz Growing Connections with Liverpool Squad on and off Pitch

Wirtz Settling Fast as Liverpool Teammates Welcome New Star to Anfield Life Wirtz Embracing New Chapter with Familiar Faces For Florian Wirtz, the shift from Bayer Leverkusen to Liverpool is more than just a move between clubs. It marks a new chapter in a career already blessed with maturity, craft and flair. And yet, the German...

Liverpool’s Right-Sided Revamp Is Built to Free Mohamed Salah

Jeremie Frimpong Can Be the Wide Provider That Assists Salah As Liverpool await the formalities in the Alexander Isak saga, their summer business already features one quietly transformational signing. Jeremie Frimpong’s £30 million arrival from Bayer Leverkusen offers more than just depth — it represents a restoration of structure and tactical clarity to the right-hand...

Gondomar SC Honour Diogo Jota and Andre Silva with 2025/26 Tribute Kit

Gondomar Launch 2025/26 Kit in Memory of Jota and Silva Gondomar Lead with Heartfelt Tribute to Local Heroes The scars left by the tragic deaths of Diogo Jota and Andre Silva are still raw. Two brothers, both from Gondomar in the eastern part of Porto, who brought joy on and off the pitch, were taken far...

Liverpool Midfielder at Centre of Loan and Transfer Interest

Luca Stephenson’s Growing Reputation Offers Liverpool a Welcome Dilemma Stephenson Making Quiet Strides in Liverpool’s Summer Strategy While much of Liverpool’s summer activity centres around high-profile arrivals and reinforcements for another Premier League title challenge under Arne Slot, there is a quieter subplot unfolding. Academy midfielder Luca Stephenson is attracting growing interest from both sides of...

Dominik Szoboszlai Shares Heartfelt Announcement as New Season Nears

Szoboszlai’s Joyful Announcement Caps Golden Year for Liverpool Midfielder Personal Milestones and Professional Glory for Szoboszlai Dominik Szoboszlai’s time at Liverpool has been marked by surging runs, precise passing and an ability to rise to big occasions. Now, alongside his Premier League medal, the Hungarian midfielder has welcomed another prize into his life; his first child. Szoboszlai...

AC Milan Make Contact with Forward as Liverpool Await Concrete Offers

Darwin Nunez Wanted by Milan as European Giants Test Liverpool's Resolve Milan’s Pursuit of Nunez Signals Intent AC Milan have taken the first steps in a bold move to sign Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez, according to a report by Sky Sports Italy. The Rossoneri are actively searching for a new centre forward and have made contact...

Report: Newcastle Utd miss out on Leipzig striker as Man Utd prepare offer

Sesko deal stalls despite Newcastle Utd ambition Newcastle Utd have seen their attempt to sign RB Leipzig striker Sesko fall short, with the Bundesliga side rejecting a bid worth £65.5 million plus performance-based add-ons exceeding £4 million. While the base fee reportedly met Leipzig’s valuation, the structure and overall package of the proposal were deemed...

Report: Liverpool striker wanted by AC Milan after Napoli deal collapses

Milan intensify move for Liverpool striker amid Napoli collapse AC Milan have made initial contact over a potential deal for Liverpool forward Darwin Nunez, as the Serie A giants seek to reinforce their attacking options under newly re-appointed head coach Massimiliano Allegri. The 25-year-old Uruguay international is widely expected to leave Anfield this summer following a...

Report: Wright debuts, Pecsi stars in Liverpool U21s’ draw with Hull

Pecsi Anchors Defence in Full 90-Minute Display Liverpool Under-21s continued their pre-season preparations with a 0-0 draw against Hull City’s youth side on Saturday. While the fixture ended without goals, it provided a valuable platform for two summer arrivals to make their mark, most notably Hungarian goalkeeper Armin Pecsi, who featured for the full 90...

Report: Anfield chiefs watch trio as Guehi remains summer target

Guehi Remains on Liverpool’s Radar Despite Focus Elsewhere Liverpool's summer business may already total around £300m, but their defensive recruitment is far from over. As attention turns towards finalising a potential move for Newcastle United’s Alexander Isak, those within the recruitment team at Anfield continue to keep tabs on Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi. The England international,...

Report: Liverpool agree fee with Lyon as homegrown star heads for exit

Morton deal advances as Liverpool accept Lyon bid Liverpool have reached an agreement with Lyon for the transfer of midfielder Tyler Morton, with the player expected to finalise the move in the coming days. A five-year contract has already been agreed in principle, and Morton is due to travel to France to undergo a medical...

Report: Liverpool’s £79m striker wows teammates with early training form

Ekitike Makes Immediate Impact at Liverpool Hugo Ekitike has wasted little time settling into life at Liverpool, impressing his new teammates and coaching staff during early pre-season preparations. Following his £79 million move from Eintracht Frankfurt, the 23-year-old forward is already turning heads at the AXA Training Centre. The French striker joined the Premier League champions...

Report: Newcastle plan “contract compromise” to keep Isak for another season

Isak’s Contract Stand-Off Could Define Newcastle’s Season Newcastle United have informed key figures around the game that they are prepared to offer a new short-term contract to their star striker, while also agreeing to sanction his departure in summer 2026 — if he commits to one more season on Tyneside. This development emerges amid growing...

Liverpool vs Athletic: Storm Floris Set to Impact Anfield Friendlies

Liverpool vs Athletic: Weather Warning Issued Ahead of Anfield Friendlies Storm Floris expected to disrupt Liverpool's pre-season showcase Supporters planning to attend Liverpool’s pre-season double-header against La Liga side Athletic Club on Monday have been urged to prepare for adverse conditions as Storm Floris barrels towards the UK. The Reds, freshly returned from their pre-season tour...

Report: European Giants Approach Liverpool Over Summer Striker Move

Milan's Interest in Darwin Núñez Signals a Crossroads for Liverpool Reports from Sky Sports have confirmed that AC Milan are targeting Darwin Núñez as their top priority to lead the line under new manager Massimiliano Allegri. The Italian giants have made contact with the Uruguayan striker, who, despite an underwhelming season in front of goal,...

Liverpool Defender Joins Wigan on Season-Long Loan

Isaac Mabaya Joins Wigan on Loan as Liverpool Youth Pathway Evolves Liverpool’s summer has been defined by high-profile transfers, but beneath the glamour of marquee signings, another thread runs quietly through the club’s strategy—the development and testing of academy talent. That thread has now extended to Wigan, with defender Isaac Mabaya confirmed to spend the...

Report: Liverpool Remain in Pursuit of Striker as Newcastle Chase Replacement

Liverpool’s Record-Breaking Pursuit of Alexander Isak Far From Over Reds Ready to Return with Bigger Offer for Isak Liverpool remain determined in their efforts to land Alexander Isak and are set to return with a record-breaking bid for the Newcastle United striker. As first reported by Craig Hope of the Daily Mail, Liverpool's initial £110 million...

Fabrizio Romano: Saudi Side Present Proposal for Liverpool Forward

Liverpool Open to Darwin Nunez Exit as Al-Hilal Talks Advance Saudi Pro League Eyes Liverpool Striker The transfer window has taken another intriguing twist for Liverpool fans, as Fabrizio Romano reports Al-Hilal have “presented their project” to Darwin Nunez. This follows a growing trend of Saudi Pro League clubs targeting players in their mid-20s, reflecting a...

Fabrizio Romano: Liverpool consider new winger as transfer window continues

Liverpool Transfer Focus: Fofana Emerges as Anfield’s Next Target Liverpool’s summer transfer activity shows no signs of slowing. After investing £260 million in top-tier reinforcements, the club now looks to bolster its attacking options further. According to Fabrizio Romano, writing for GiveMeSport, Malick Fofana is firmly on Liverpool’s radar, even if Newcastle United forward Alexander...