England Midfielder Scratched Off Liverpool’s Transfer Wishlist

Liverpool Are Not Pursuing Kalvin Phillips Liverpool FC, well-regarded for their tactical prowess, seems to be altering their game plan concerning their midfield assembly. The central figure of  speculation? Manchester City's own Kalvin Phillips. The buzz was that Liverpool might want to have this 27-year-old maestro on board, given the potential exits of Fabinho and...

Jordan Henderson Medical Latest as Liverpool Exit Nears

Jordan of Arabia: Captain's Liverpool Career Almost Over After an illustrious 12-year journey with Liverpool, it seems that Jordan Henderson is ready to script a new chapter in his football career. Not many would've predicted it, but the Liverpool captain appears set for a fresh challenge in the Saudi Pro League. Deal Details Contrary to initial expectations,...

‘No 6? No problem’, New Liverpool Star, New Defensive Midfielder?

Liverpool New Boy Szoboszlai: Ready for a New Role? An Unexpected Solution? Dominik Szoboszlai, Liverpool's talented midfielder, hints that he's flexible about his positioning. The Reds have been urgently looking for a fresh anchor in the midfield, especially with the looming departure of Fabinho to Al Ittihad. However, the solution might be closer to home than...

Linked to Liverpool, Billionaires Complete $6.05bn Buyout

Liverpool's Billionaire Suitors Seal Landmark Deal with Washington Commanders The global footballing arena and the American sporting world often cross paths, and it's happened again, much to the intrigue of Liverpool fans. The Washington Commanders have ushered in a new era with a takeover worth a whopping £4.71 billion ($6.05 billion). Steering this monumental change? None...

Report – Liverpool pick Fabinho Successor from Premier League Rival

Boubacar Kamara: Liverpool's Defensive Midfield Conundrum In the intricate ballet of football transfers, Liverpool find themselves at a critical juncture. The club's defensive midfield stronghold, Fabinho, is teetering on the precipice of a departure. A potential solution may lie in an intriguing proposition: Aston Villa's Boubacar Kamara. The Need for a Midfield Maestro: Liverpool's Hunt Liverpool, under...

Rating Liverpool’s List of Midfield Targets (Part Two)

Liverpool's Midfield Search: The Contenders Liverpool are currently in the middle of a search for another midfielder, due to the expected departures of Fabinho and Jordan Henderson to Saudi Arabia. Part One Recap In part one we looked into Southampton's Romeo Lavia, Benfica's Florentino Luis, Manchester City's Kalvin Phillips and PSG's Marco Verratti. The New Names on the...

Daily Red Podcast: July 21st 2023

On today's episode Dave catches up with the latest Liverpool news and gossip. The Saudi transfers rumble on into another weekend, as Dave looks at replacements, and looks at potential captains/vice captains. 

Rating Liverpool’s List of Midfield Targets (Part One)

Liverpool's Search for New Midfield Talent Liverpool are reportedly looking at a long list of defensive midfielders to further bolster their squad before the start of the 2023-24 season. With the departures of both Jordan Henderson and Fabinho beginning to look imminent, the need for a defensive midfielder has become even more crucial to Jurgen Klopp. In...

Saudi Riches Reshaping Liverpool’s Transfer Strategy

Liverpool's Midfield: Saudi Arabia Influencing Change Liverpool are no strangers to evolution, but the recent transfers seem to be taking things to a whole new level. They're on the brink of saying goodbye to midfield stalwarts who've collectively notched up 1,318 appearances in the famous red jersey. We've already seen departures, like James Milner, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain...

‘After I leave Liverpool’, Klopp Talks Germany Job

Klopp's Dedication to Liverpool: A Glimpse into the Future Jurgen Klopp, the heart and soul of Liverpool's recent footballing triumphs, has recently addressed the swirling rumours surrounding his potential managerial position with Germany. Call of the Motherland There's no denying that leading Germany's national squad would be an esteemed accolade in any coach’s career. In the words...

Analysis – Liverpool’s Attack Will Have An Intriguing New Dimension in 2023/24

The Rise of Analytics in Football The rise of analytics in football has changed the sport forever. Shrewd use of data has enabled clubs to overhaul and improve their scouting, with Liverpool having proven themselves to be the smartest people in this all-important room. Numerical information helps on the pitch too. The data team at Liverpool...

Football and Politics – Uncomfortable Bedfellows in Henderson Deal

Criticism and Support for Henderson Too many words have been written about Jordan Henderson. Even so, it’s crucial to make a point. There is only one reason to criticise the 33-year-old. He went out of his way to support the LGBTQ+ community on a number of occasions. It’s impossible to reconcile this public stance with accepting...

‘Blood money’, Are Liverpool Right To Take Saudi Cash?

Liverpool's Saudi Windfall: Navigating the Ethical Minefield of Modern Football The Henderson Transfer Saga Liverpool fan rage lit ablaze last night following the scathing commentary of Andy Dunn from the Daily Mirror on Jordan Henderson's potential transfer to Al-Ettifaq. Dunn’s view is unambiguous: “If he joins Al-Ettifaq, the only symbol on the new armband of the man...

Report: Italian Ace to Bolster Liverpool FC’s Midfield?

Liverpool FC: Marco Verratti in the Midfield Mix? In the perpetually evolving world of football, change is the only constant. As reported by The Guardian, one such change is brewing at Liverpool FC as they prepare for the potential exit of their stalwarts, Jordan Henderson and Fabinho. The Merseyside club now has its gaze firmly...

Liverpool Turn To Last Summer For Midfield Maestro

Red Dreams: The Battle for Tchouameni Heats Up This summer, the football transfer market might just be set ablaze by Liverpool's revived interest in Aurelien Tchouameni, the French prodigy currently decorating the ranks of Real Madrid. Liverpool Eyes Redemption The Telegraph report that the Reds haven't forgotten last summer's fiasco. A well-intentioned move for the then AS...

Doucoure’s Dominance: A Statistical Breakdown

The Rise of Doucoure Cheick Doucoure, the 23-year-old Malian midfielder, has been making waves in the Premier League with Crystal Palace. His performances have not only caught the eye of pundits and fans alike, but also some of the biggest clubs in Europe. Doucoure's journey from Lens to Crystal Palace and now being linked with...

Liverpool’s Captain Henderson Heads to Al Ettifaq Amid Controversy

The Controversy Surrounding the Transfer In a surprising turn of events, Liverpool has confirmed the sale of their esteemed captain, Jordan Henderson, to Al Ettifaq for a preliminary sum of £12 million. This move comes amidst the summer transfers of 2023, marking a significant change in the Saudi Pro League's landscape. Henderson, a veteran in the...

‘Intensity like never before’, Szoboszlai on Liverpool Start

Dominik Szoboszlai Opens Up - Liverpool Journey So Far It's not just any pre-season. It’s the Liverpool pre-season. Dominik Szoboszlai has quickly discovered what it means to wear the red shirt, even before the Premier League campaign officially kicks off. Following his switch from RB Leipzig for a whopping £70 million, the Hungarian playmaker took his first...

Old Skool: Henderson to leave Liverpool?

Gags and Dave are back to speak about the Henderson saga as he gets closer to leaving Liverpool FC. They go through the aspects of why so many are upset about this and also why many are rejoicing at the news. It's certainly split the fanbase as everything with regards to Jordan Henderson does. All this...

How Schmadtke Might Just Outsmart Them All This Summer

Liverpool's Summer Transfer Strategy: Jorg Schmadtke Insight This summer, Liverpool's transfer dealings are receiving a fresh perspective from Jorg Schmadtke, the interim sporting director. An interview with Sky Germany revealed the dynamics at play between Schmadtke and Liverpool's iconic manager, Jurgen Klopp. Schmadtke’s Strategy: Streamlining for Success Confirmed as the Reds' sporting director at the end of...

Why Marco Verratti to Liverpool makes no sense

Liverpool's Interest in Marco Verratti Liverpool are considering joining the race for Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Marco Verratti, according to yesterday's reports by L'Equipe. Atletico Madrid and Al-Hilal are currently leading the race for the 30-year-old, with PSG reportedly wanting approximately £70 million for the midfielder. The Italian has become a legend in Paris, making 416 appearances and...

Rating Liverpool’s Defensive Midfield Targets

The Current State of Affairs Once again, the rumblings of discontent are building within the Liverpool fanbase, as the reds continue to navigate their way through a summer of much needed recruitment. The projected sales of both Fabinho and Jordan Henderson appear to be nearly over the line, however, I suspect each will be confirmed...

SCOUSER TOMMIES: LATE EXPECTATIONS

Jim Boardman and Jay Reid are back to look at all things LFC from Liverpool, as the summer break is finally over. Well, sort of - the first pre-season game had finally come around, just five minutes after the last competitive game. But as Reds fans prepared for their first sight in Red of...

Daily Red Podcast: July 20th 2023

On today's episode Dave catches up with the latest Liverpool news and gossip. Dave discusses the news surrounding Jordan Henderson, as Liverpool reportedly have agreed a fee to let the Liverpool captain go. 

Liverpool’s Captain Faces The Ultimate Question of Sincerity

Jordan Henderson's Complex Liverpool Legacy From Ally to Enigma: The Henderson Conundrum Jordan Henderson has long been lauded as the heart and soul of Liverpool, representing a captain who goes above and beyond - one who is meticulous in both speech and action. He has taken to the role of leader not just on the field...

Henderson’s 2021 Liverpool Contract – Masterstroke or Misstep?

Liverpool's Regret? The 2021 Jordan Henderson Contract Extension The 2021 decision to extend Jordan Henderson's contract at Liverpool is proving to be one of contention, especially now as he departs for Al Ettifaq with a £12m price tag attached. Chris Bascombe of The Telegraph doesn’t pull any punches when he states that "the folly of...

Liverpool Target ‘Next Fabinho’ Aston Villa Midfielder

Liverpool are reportedly interested in Aston Villa defensive midfielder Boubacar Kamara, according to reports from  Andy Jones. The Reds have been linked with a wide range of holding players since speculation increased around the potential departures of both Jordan Henderson and Fabinho. Crystal Palace's Cheick Doucoure and Bayern Munich's Leon Goretzka have been the names mentioned...

Lessons Learned: Karlsruher 2 Liverpool 4

In all frankness, there shouldn’t be a huge amount read into the opening game of pre-season. It’s the old ‘minutes in the legs’ situation and as we know to date, no one came away injured. However, it’s still great to see the Reds back in action, new boys taking the field, youngsters getting a...

‘Let’s Keep Going’ – Klopp’s Motto Fuels LFC’s Karlsruher Victory

Klopp’s Insight: Liverpool's Dominance in Friendly Win at Karlsruher Liverpool Football Club secured a satisfying win in a friendly match against Karlsruher, under the strategic guidance of their manager, Jürgen Klopp. The seasoned manager shared his thoughts post-match on LFC TV, shedding light on his team's performance, the emerging talents, and the game's contribution to...

Report: Klopp Shows His Liverpool Hand – Karlsruher Tactics

Liverpool's Midfield Evolution: What We Learned at Karlsruher Liverpool fans felt the winds of change as they eagerly watched their team take on Karlsruher in their first pre-season game. The energy was palpable. Yet, a surprising turn of events saw headlines being stolen, not by on-pitch action, but an off-pitch decision: the imminent exit of...