Liverpool’s Thiago Targeted by Barcelona

According to Football Correspondent Jacque Talbot, a source has informed him that Barcelona are considering a move for Liverpool midfielder Thiago Alcantara during the upcoming summer transfer window. The Spanish international, who made the switch from Bayern Munich to Anfield in 2020, is contracted with the Reds until the conclusion of the 2024 season. Thiago...

Salah-Diaz-Gakpo: OG Front Three Version 2.0?

When the sun does formally set on Bobby Firmino’s reign as our number nine, only Mo Salah will remain at Anfield from the OG front three under Jurgen Klopp. With recent chat around Darwin Nunez’s lack of minutes and Diogo Jota’s return to form including his winner on Sunday, the talk around our forwards...

Looking deeper into the feud between Jurgen Klopp and Paul Tierney

Liverpool's 4-3 victory over Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday was filled with passion and tension both and off the pitch, but also proved to be the tipping point between Reds boss Jurgen Klopp and Manchester-born Premier League referee, Paul Tierney. Speaking after the game, Klopp claimed: "We have our history with Mr. Tierney, I really don't know...

Liverpool 4 Tottenham 3 – The Post-Mortem 

This was the same match-up that contested the Champions League final in 2019, where one ultra-organised and ruthless team was able to overcome a team built upon growth, desire, and team spirit. That contest became a chess match that Liverpool were able to game-manage with relative ease, absolute professionalism, and control in abundance. The...

Klopp’s Shock as Thiago Plays Tactical Whisperer

Yesterday, Anfield was the stage for a performance that had more twists and turns than an episode of Top Gear. Jurgen Klopp, Liverpool's very own Stig, found himself flabbergasted by a peculiar touchline moment involving Thiago and Darwin Nunez during the Reds' thrilling 4-3 victory over Tottenham Hotspur. Picture the scene: Liverpool's gaffer, with his...

Klopp’s Reaction: Frustration Fuelled by Inconsistent Officiating

Should Jurgen Klopp have galloped over to the fourth official to celebrate an injury-time winner right in his face? Probably not, no. Should that be the focus of every news and media outlet for the foreseeable future? Definitely not, no. Klopp’s reaction was unwarranted but it was human. How often is that defence used when...

Lessons Learned: Liverpool 4 Spurs 3

Christ, that shaved a few years off all our lives eh? What looked set to be a more than comfortable afternoon at Anfield nearly turned into a day of huge frustration. Fortunately, Diogo Jota via a cushioned Pedro Porro assists had other ideas for this one as Anfield shook at the end in a...

Liverpool 4 Tottenham 3 – Man of the Match

Luis Diaz This is a player that can elevate us and bring in moments of quality, that can get us over the line in the coming seasons. Before signing the former Porto man, he was looking like a recruit that would end up at White Hart Lane. That deal fell apart as soon as Liverpool entered...

Liverpool 4 Tottenham 3 – Player Ratings

Alisson Becker - 6.0 Our player of the season, he was always going to be vital to a positive result. Could do nothing for the opening goal, whilst making a key stop shortly thereafter. Was given little chance for the Son goal or the equalizer, but was able to make crucial moments count. Trent Alexander Arnold...

Graeme Souness Bids Farewell to Sky Sports

Graeme Souness departs Sky Sports after over a decade as a pundit Souness, the midfield dynamo who donned the shirts of both Rangers and Liverpool as a player and manager, has been a fixture on Sky Sports for over a decade; "I was given an opportunity to do this and it was absolutely brilliant," quips...

Klopp Slams Ref Tierney: “What Does He Have Against Us?”

Jurgen Klopp was not chuffed with Paul Tierney against Tottenham Liverpool's gaffer, Jurgen Klopp, has had a proper go at referee Paul Tierney following Sunday's win over Tottenham. The German suggests the official has been telling porkies about not having a problem with him and his club. Tierney was the man in the middle for...

How to Watch: Liverpool vs Tottenham Hotspur – Steaming Guide

Is Liverpool vs Spurs on TV? Kick-off time, channel and how to watch the Reds' Premier League match today Liverpool will be aiming for their fourth consecutive win in the Premier League when they take on Tottenham at Anfield on Sunday afternoon. Jürgen Klopp's side have won their past three matches against Leeds, Nottingham Forest, and...

Van Dijk Admits Inconsistency, Accepts Criticism

As friend of our channel and occasional Anfield Index podcaster Jonathan Northcroft recounted in The Sunday Times this morning, Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk has faced an array of challenges in his football career. While he has achieved great heights, including winning the PFA Players' Player of the Year in 2018-19, he has also had...

Liverpool Ready to Splash £53m on Ugarte

Ladies and gentlemen, it's that time of the year again - the summer transfer window. And if you're a football fan, it's like Christmas come early. In the latest transfer news, Liverpool have reportedly opened talks with Sporting CP over a possible deal for Uruguay midfielder Manuel Ugarte. According to reports, the deal could...

Liverpool FC – Scouting Report: Manuel Ugarte

Sometimes there’s a move that a number of Reds are wishing for but in simple terms, there are no credible links. That’s what we had here until a few Friday afternoon and evening articles came out and sent social media into overdrive. Liverpool are desperately in need of new midfielders this summer and young...

Liverpool v Tottenham – Preview

This Sunday sees the start of three straight home games for Liverpool after a four-game winning streak. With just six games left on the Reds Premier League fixture list, the maximum points total they can accrue is just 71 points. As it stands, 60 points are held by our primary target, Manchester United, who...

Jurgen Klopp faces selection headache ahead of Liverpool’s clash with Spurs

Liverpool host Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday in a massive Premier League game, with both teams still fighting for Champions League qualification for next season. Jurgen Klopp's side come into this one on the back of three successive wins in the league, beating Leeds United, Nottingham Forest and West Ham United. The Reds have been in fine...

What Comes Next for Darwin Núñez…

In a deal that could eventually (and hopefully) reach £85m, the capture of our Uruguayan striker, Darwin Núñez, was heralded as the perfect response to Manchester City’s signing of their phenomenal goal machine, Erling Haaland. The Community Shield (back in August) offered great hope to all Liverpool fans, as our monstrous defenders pocketed Haaland...

Reds Zero in on Gravenberch: Bayern Star Wants Out

Ryan Gravenberch's patience seems to be wearing thin as he implores Bayern Munich to reconsider their position on his potential departure this summer. From what 90min has gathered, the young midfielder is keen for the club to entertain offers that come their way. Since signing from Ajax last summer, Gravenberch has found himself playing a...

Brighton Gunning for Liverpool’s Milner

Imagine, if you will, David Ornstein from The Athletic revealing a juicy tidbit: Brighton, with a glint in their eye, are revving their engines for a daring manoeuvre to snatch Liverpool's midfield veteran, James Milner, as he saunters into the great unknown of free agency this summer. At the grand age of 37, Milner's contract...

Thiago is Klopp’s Most Disappointing Midfielder

Who is the most disappointing midfielder for Liverpool during the Jurgen Klopp era? The obvious answer is Naby Keita. But for me it’s been Thiago. Trent Alexander-Arnold’s performances over the last few games and especially at West Ham have shown the damage direct passing to the forwards can do. Everyone’s favourite floating full back has...

Klopp Confirms Konaté Comeback, Jota’s Fitness in Balance

Jurgen Klopp has confirmed Ibrahima Konate will return to the squad as Liverpool host Tottenham, while hopes are Diogo Jota has avoided injury. Across the last four games, Klopp has only made one change to his starting lineup, that being the omission of Konate for Wednesday’s 2-1 win at West Ham. The Frenchman was left out...

Tchouameni For Sale – Liverpool Ready For Transfer Tussle

With Aurelien Tchouameni reportedly available, the Premier League elite are on alert; and Liverpool, Manchester United, Manchester City or Arsenal could pounce for the highly-rated midfielder. Real Madrid are ready to let Aurelien Tchouameni leave the club: alerting Liverpool, Manchester United, Manchester City and Arsenal to the possibility of a bargain. That's according to Spanish outlet...

Cody Gakpo a bright spark in Liverpool’s stuttering season

Patience is something that is important in football and something that has increasingly disappeared in the modern game. Players are written off too soon, managers are sacked before they get a chance to prove their worth and everything is about the here and now. This certainly applied with Cody Gakpo in his early weeks in a...

West Ham 1 Liverpool 2 – The Post-Mortem 

Both Liverpool and West Ham headed into this game in fine recent form, despite both enduring difficulties in their own domestic campaigns. This was an entertaining midweek battle, one which allowed a cut and thrust that shone under the London Stadium's lights. There could and probably should have been more goals, yet for Jürgen...

Trent Alexander-Arnold launches ‘The After Academy’

Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold is one of the fortunate few. He has achieved the pinnacle of professional football, winning numerous titles including the Premier League and Champions League, and representing his country at international level. He has dedicated almost his entire life, since joining Liverpool's academy aged just six, to making it to the top...

The Salah Free-Kick Conundrum – Stats Analysis

The rarer something is, the more valuable it becomes. It’s simple supply and demand, as any student of GSCE Economics – I got an A, #humblebrag – can tell you. A copy of Northern Soul belter ‘Do I Love You (Indeed I Do)’ by Frank Wilson once sold for over £100,000 as there are...

Golden Gakpo Steps Up as Liverpool’s Firmino Heir

Blimey, Jurgen Klopp must be feeling like a kid in a sweet shop with his forwards. Even with Bobby Firmino on the treatment table, Liverpool's gaffer has Mo Salah, Diogo Jota, Darwin Nunez, Luis Diaz, and Cody Gakpo all scrapping for three spots in the attack. "The ticket into this team must be and will be...

Premier League Matchday 34 Preview

Premier League Matchday 34 will be shown by pay-TV broadcasters Sky Sports and BT Sport in the UK with match highlights available free on BBC Sport with Match of the Day. Manchester City put themselves firmly in the driving seat to win the Premier League with a dominant 4-1 win over Arsenal, who have no...

Who Should Liverpool Keep or Sell? (Part Two)

The upcoming summer transfer window is expected to be a busy one for Liverpool, as they look to overhaul their squad following a disappointing season. This mini-series of articles will look at which players should stay at Anfield next season and which of the current squad should be moved on. In the last article, we looked...