Forest target Liverpool winger as Elanga replacement this summer

Nottingham Forest Eye Move for Liverpool’s Ben Doak After Elanga Departure Forest look to replace Elanga with Liverpool winger Nottingham Forest are exploring the possibility of signing Liverpool winger Ben Doak this summer, following Anthony Elanga’s £55 million move to Newcastle United. The Sweden international’s departure has left a void in Forest’s attacking options, and according...

Forward option emerges as Liverpool assess Chelsea squad changes

Liverpool Monitor Nkunku as Chelsea Forward Considers Summer Exit Summer business continues at pace Liverpool’s summer, while clouded by grief following the tragic death of Diogo Jota and his brother, continues to be one of intent and transition. The 3-1 win over Preston North End was as much about emotional recovery as it was about tactical...

Report: Liverpool in talks over surprise move for Crystal Palace forward

Liverpool Consider Move for Crystal Palace Striker Liverpool are weighing up a move for a new attacking option this summer, with Crystal Palace’s Jean-Philippe Mateta emerging as a target. The club’s recruitment strategy, shaped by Arne Slot’s arrival, has already seen six new signings, but attention now appears to be turning toward bolstering the front...

James Pearce: Liverpool fans deliver powerful tribute during emotional return

Liverpool Mourns, Celebrates, and Marches On in Memory of Diogo Jota Songs, sorrow and solidarity at Deepdale In the end, the result did not matter. It rarely does when football finds itself sharing space with grief. For Liverpool and its people, Sunday’s pre-season opener against Preston North End was not about testing formations or assessing fitness...

Liverpool’s Full Back Overhaul Signals Slot’s Tactical Shift

Slot's Tactical Blueprint Unveiled in Liverpool’s First Preseason Clash Liverpool’s 3-1 preseason victory over Preston North End was more than just a warm-up. It was a glimpse into the tactical mind of Arne Slot, particularly his evolving plan for the full back roles. As Panenka LFC dissected in their latest podcast, the match wasn't just...

Liverpool confident of landing key target amid Madrid interest in defender

Liverpool Confident Guehi Will Replace Konate as Madrid Close In Defensive shake-up as Madrid advance for Konate Liverpool are preparing to submit a significant offer for Marc Guehi in a move that could be concluded quickly, according to TeamTalk. The push to sign the England international has intensified as Ibrahima Konate edges closer to a transfer...

Defender’s post-match message fuels debate over Liverpool future

Tsimikas Signals Liverpool Intent as Left-Back Battle Heats Up New season brings fresh left-back dilemma There is always something quietly compelling about a player who knows the weight of the shirt but rarely gets to wear it as often as he would like. Kostas Tsimikas, now entering his sixth season at Liverpool, has lived that reality....

Heckingbottom reflects on pride after tribute match with Liverpool

Heckingbottom Proud as Preston Pay Tribute to Jota in Emotional Liverpool Clash Preston show dignity in powerful Anfield tribute Football has a way of bringing people together in moments of unimaginable loss. That was evident at Deepdale, where Paul Heckingbottom’s Preston North End helped Liverpool honour the memory of Diogo Jota in the Reds’ first pre-season...

Real Madrid target Liverpool star after Alonso identifies priority

Madrid Circles Konate as Liverpool Brace for Another European Raid Alonso identifies familiar fix for Madrid’s defensive fragility If Real Madrid were not already one of the great hoarders of European football, they have certainly nailed the aesthetics of it. White kits, golden reputations, and a conveyor belt of centre-backs who have a knack for arriving...

Liverpool step up interest in €100m Madrid forward ahead of summer move

Liverpool Eye Another Statement Signing as Rodrygo Emerges as Key Target Forward planning continues after Wirtz coup Liverpool’s transfer business this summer has already turned heads. Florian Wirtz arrived in a deal that not only broke club records but also reshaped expectations of what this era under Arne Slot might look like. The €100 million deal...

Revealed – The Real Reason Florian Wirtz Was Not In Liverpool Squad at Preston

Wirtz Absent but Working: Liverpool’s Patience Is Part of the Plan No debut but no day off either Liverpool’s pre-season got underway with a 3-1 win over Preston North End at Deepdale, but the name on every fan’s lips was nowhere to be seen. Florian Wirtz, the £116 million arrival and Liverpool’s most expensive signing, was...

Liverpool approached as Arsenal chase alternative striker deal

Liverpool alerted as Sesko’s agents make contact following Arsenal U-turn Liverpool approached as Sesko weighs next move Liverpool have been sounded out over the availability of Benjamin Sesko after Arsenal opted to pursue a deal for Sporting CP’s Viktor Gyokeres instead, according to a fresh report from TBR Football. Sesko, who had been heavily linked with a...

Liverpool and Preston Showed Football’s Power to Heal

The Grief That United Us All This is an abridged version; the full article is available on free our 'It Was Always... Liverpool' Substack page: When it was scheduled last month, Liverpool’s pre-season match at Preston North End was expected to be a typical warm-up, focused on match fitness and emerging talents. Instead, it became a...

Report: Liverpool tracking €60m-rated Brazilian forward in summer move

Liverpool Target €60m Gremio Starlet Alysson Edward Amid Summer Recruitment Drive Liverpool’s scouting network has cast its net far and wide this summer, and the latest talent to emerge on their radar is Brazilian teenager Alysson Edward, according to a report from Bolavip. The 19-year-old Gremio forward is said to be under close observation by...

Understanding What It Means to Be a True Liverpool Fan and How Fans Are Turning to Online Sports Betting Engagement

The best team in the world? That's an easy answer, it's Liverpool FC hands down. The way the team plays with finesse and tact is something that dreams are made of. There are few teams that do as well as this one, which is likely why they've managed to secure such a strong footing...

Barcelona’s Interest in Denzel Dumfries: A Potential Transfer

Barcelona have reignited their hunt for a dynamic right-back, and the hottest football news update now in 2025 places Inter Milan’s buccaneering Dutchman Denzel Dumfries at the top of the list. Multiple outlets report that a time-limited €25 million release clause could let the Catalans snap him up for a fraction of market value...

Report: Liverpool midfielders attract serious interest from West Ham

West Ham Eye Move for Liverpool Duo Harvey Elliott and Tyler Morton Youth-Driven Strategy at West Ham Under Potter As reported by ExWHUEmployee via The West Ham Way, West Ham United are now stepping up their pursuit of Liverpool midfielders Harvey Elliott and Tyler Morton. With the Hammers’ summer business shifting focus to youth recruitment, the...

Liverpool Youngster is Really Proving his Worth Under Arne Slot

Liverpool’s Rising Star: Luca Stephenson Shines Under Arne Slot Liverpool fans had plenty to cheer about as Arne Slot’s side kicked off their pre-season with a confident victory over Preston North End. But while the scoreline pleased the crowd, it was the performance of Luca Stephenson that really caught the eye. Stephenson, just back from an...

David Lynch’s 5 Key Takeaways from Liverpool’s 3-1 Win Over Preston

Lynch’s 5 Takeaways from Liverpool 3-1 Preston: Ngumoha, Slot and More Liverpool began their pre-season with a composed and promising 3-1 win against Preston North End at Deepdale, and David Lynch, in his post-match podcast, offered a detailed, grounded analysis that sheds light on what fans can take from this early fixture under manager Arne...

Revealed: Why Florian Wirtz Wasn’t in Liverpool’s Squad Against Preston North End

Why Florian Wirtz Was Absent From Liverpool’s Win Over Preston North End Liverpool kicked off their 2025 pre-season campaign with a convincing 3-1 victory over Preston North End at Deepdale, but the absence of star signing Florian Wirtz left many fans wondering. Conor Bradley and Darwin Nunez gave the Reds a two-goal cushion before Liam...

Wrexham Pushing to Sign 22-year-old Liverpool Defender – Report

Wrexham Eye Liverpool’s Owen Beck in Ambitious Transfer Move Wrexham’s Hollywood-backed rise shows no signs of slowing, with reports surfacing that they are keen to secure Liverpool left-back Owen Beck. As Nathan Salt revealed on the Rob Ryan Red Podcast, reported by The Wrexham Insider, “Owen Beck, we mentioned that situation, that is the left-wing-back...

Preston 1-3 Liverpool: Reds Secure Emotional Victory to Launch 25/26 Campaign

Liverpool Begin Pre-Season With Emotional Victory Over Preston North End Liverpool began their 2025/26 pre-season with a 3-1 win over Preston North End, but the football was only part of the story at Deepdale. Just ten days after the tragic deaths of Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva in a car accident, the afternoon...

Romano: Reds move quickly to tie down top prospect amid transfer interest

Rio Ngumoha Edging Closer to New Liverpool Deal Liverpool appear to be making decisive progress in their efforts to tie down one of their most exciting academy prospects, with talks over a new contract for Rio Ngumoha now reaching an advanced stage. Sources indicate that the Merseyside club are pushing ahead to ensure the highly-rated youngster...

Report: Why Anfield Will Look Sharper Than Ever for the New Season

New Pitch Installed at Anfield for Upcoming Campaign Anfield is once again a hive of activity this summer, with Liverpool undertaking a series of upgrades to ensure the stadium is fully primed for the 2025/26 season. Among the most notable changes is the installation of a new hybrid playing surface, a routine that has now...

Liverpool Starting XI vs Preston: Wirtz Debut, Confirmed Team News and Predicted Lineup

Liverpool’s Pre-Season Opener Marked by Emotion and Expectation Liverpool's return to the pitch for their first pre-season fixture comes under a cloud of emotion and transition, as they face Preston at Deepdale this Sunday. The match, Liverpool’s first since the sudden passing of Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva, will be a poignant occasion...

How to Watch Preston vs Liverpool For Free From Anywhere

Pre-season spotlight on Preston vs Liverpool clash As preparations for the new campaign gather pace, attention turns to Sunday’s pre-season fixture between Preston and Liverpool, taking place at Deepdale on 13 July. Kick-off is scheduled for 15:00 BST, and the match provides an early opportunity to assess both squads as they continue their summer build-up. The...

Liverpool Kit for 2025/26 Spotted in Store Before August Launch

Adidas return nears as Liverpool’s new kit emerges early Liverpool’s long-awaited return to Adidas is just weeks away from becoming official, but the club’s 2025/26 home kit has already surfaced – albeit ahead of schedule. The Premier League side’s contract with Adidas begins on August 1, ending a five-year spell with Nike. But despite the formal...

Report: Real Madrid may fast-track summer move for Liverpool centre-back

Konate’s Future at Liverpool Now in Doubt Real Madrid’s interest in Liverpool’s Ibrahima Konate has long been a subject of strategic planning in the Spanish capital. What was initially earmarked as a move for 2026 now appears to be under serious reconsideration, with developments accelerating behind the scenes. The Anfield club have faced challenges in tying...

Today’s Preston Friendly Marks Liverpool’s Emotional Return to the Pitch

Liverpool’s Preston Return Will Be Anything But Routine This is an abridged version; the full article is available on free our 'It Was Always... Liverpool' Substack page: Grief still close to the surface Liverpool’s visit to Deepdale on Sunday will be more than a pre-season fixture. For the first time since the tragic death of Diogo Jota...

Report: Reds monitoring Madrid star as £87m clause – and Diaz exit – is vital

Interest grows in potential summer exit Rodrygo’s long-term future at Real Madrid is uncertain, with growing indications that the Brazilian forward could seek a move away from the Bernabéu in search of regular minutes. Despite his pedigree and past contributions in big matches, he has fallen down the pecking order under new boss Xabi Alonso,...