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AEye Scouted: Managers

AEye Scouted: Managers

Dave Hendrick is joined by Karl Matchett to discuss which managers would be of interest to Liverpool IF this slump continues and Arne Slot loses his job. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wilfried Singo Profiled and Did Liverpool Get It Wrong on Semenyo?

Wilfried Singo Profiled and Did Liverpool Get It Wrong on Semenyo?

The final cut covers Galatasaray’s Wilfried Singo, a powerful and versatile defender who has caught Liverpool’s eye. Dave and Bart’s break down his ability to play both right back and right sided centre back, his elite defensive numbers, his intelligent positioning, and his blend of raw power and recovery pace. They assess his suitability for Slot’s tactical shape, particularly the hybrid full back role, and explain why AFCON rules him out of a January move. The segment then shifts to Antoine Semenyo. The pair look at the current links, discuss why Liverpool liked him in the summer, and debate whether revisiting him now hints at a recruitment mistake. They close by questioning whether Liverpool’s real issues lie further back on the pitch and if Semenyo would even address the current problems. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Semenyo Links Are Ramping Up - The Daily Red

Semenyo Links Are Ramping Up - The Daily Red

Dave Davis looks at all the latest LFC news including international games, Semenyo links and FSG multiclub news Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Big Decisions: Contract Chaos - Konate, Szoboszlai, Gravenberch and Robertson

Big Decisions: Contract Chaos - Konate, Szoboszlai, Gravenberch and Robertson

With the clock ticking down on current deals, Dave Davis is joined by Trev Downey to discuss Liverpool's pending contract issues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ayyoub Bouaddi: The Smart Six Liverpool Cannot Ignore

Ayyoub Bouaddi: The Smart Six Liverpool Cannot Ignore

The second segment focuses on Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, a player Liverpool have scouted repeatedly and one many analysts believe could explode in value. Dave and Bart’s break down his defensive IQ in zone fourteen, his ability to block danger, his telescopic tackling style and his strengths receiving under pressure. They look at why his numbers resemble a young Fabinho, how his physical development is trending upwards, and why his contract situation could make him a bargain in January. The conversation also turns to Liverpool’s long term need at six, the balance between signing for the present or the future, and whether Bouaddi’s ceiling makes him a must move now player, even if he is not the ready made answer for this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Robertson to Madrid? £40m Bid Fuels Transfer Speculation

Real Madrid's Striking Bid for Liverpool's Robertson - A £40m Twist in the Transfer Tale According to reports in the Daily Mail - a plot is hatching in the Spanish capital as Real Madrid set their eyes on a staggering £40m move for Liverpool's stalwart left back, Andy Robertson. But why is this news sending shockwaves...

The Curious Case of Arthur Melo at Anfield

Arthur Melo: The Odd One Out at Anfield Arthur Melo's Curious Stint at Liverpool Jurgen Klopp's Anfield tenure has been adorned with several surprises - Arthur Melo's loan spell from Juventus being among the most peculiar. Standing alongside unusual inclusions like Steven Caulker and Ben Davies, Arthur's story is destined to become an interesting chapter in...

Schmadtke: The Transfer Guru Targeting Germany for Liverpool

Jorg Schmadtke: The Transfer Guru Set to Invigorate the German Market The rumour mill has been spinning fervently around Liverpool, with Jorg Schmadtke poised to step into a pivotal transfer role at Anfield. His focus? The German market. Defining the Role of Schmadtke at Anfield Schmadtke's position, initially shrouded in ambiguity, is now believed to be that...

Europa League: The Potential Beneficiaries

Well there you have it. It always looked a bridge too far despite the most optimistic of Reds believing it still possible. Barring an excessive miracle, a draw against Aston Villa means Liverpool will start next season in the Europa League. Whilst there maybe a bit of doom and gloom for many, there may...

From Buildup Problems to VAR: Statistical Analysis of Liverpool 1-1 Aston Villa

A Controversial Tie Marred by Time Wasting and Buildup Problems The Tangled Web of Time Wasting In a game overshadowed by controversy, the Reds' recent 1-1 draw with Aston Villa at Anfield highlighted some of the more problematic aspects of modern football. From an unprecedented amount of "dead time" to seemingly never-ending discussions on the efficacy...

Roberto Firmino: Anfield’s Emotional Goodbye Party

Si Senor, Bobby: An Emotional Farewell for Liverpool's Firmino Roberto Firmino, Liverpool's beloved number 9, was recently the guest of honour at an emotional send-off party at Anfield, revealing the deep affection for the Brazilian maestro within the squad. The news comes via Sky Germany's Florian Plettenberg, who shared snippets of this touching event on...

Scouting Report: Marc Guehi

On the day when Paul Joyce says that Liverpool are looking at ‘defensive reinforcements’ (emphasis on the plural), it’s shouldn’t be too much of a shock to see one pop-up. However, whether you believe it to be pure ‘clickbait’ or not it seems pretty definitive that Jurgen Klopp and the rest of the transfer...

Who Should Liverpool Sign This Summer?

The  2022/23 season proved to be a disappointing one for The Reds. Despite a late flourish towards the end of the season, overall results were simply not good enough and Jurgen Klopp's men were miles off the performances shown by their Premier League rivals. It is a transitional time at Anfield. The team that was...

Liverpool 1 – 1 – The Post-Mortem 

This was expected to be a spectacular final game at Anfield (this season), yet it was reduced to only a final flurry of punches, which inevitably saw the Reds fall short in their attempts for an 8th straight victory. The entire fanbase was committed to our drive for top four, however, the stern resistance...

Kelleher Eyes Exit: Which Clubs Could Court Liverpool’s Keeper?

Caoimhin Kelleher: The Reds Goalkeeper Sparking Interest Liverpool’s recent 1-0 victory over Brentford heralded a milestone for Brazilian goalkeeper Alisson, who was presented with a special shirt celebrating his 100th clean sheet for the Reds. His remarks after the game, however, while music to Liverpool fans, likely struck a discordant note for his backup, Caoimhin...

PGMOL Faces Complaint from Liverpool Over Gakpo Incident

Liverpool's PGMOL Complaint: The Gakpo-Mings Controversy In the wake of a contentious 1-1 draw between Liverpool and Aston Villa, Anfield officials are seeking explanations from the Professional Game Match Officials (PGMOL). Central to their enquiries are two pivotal incidents involving Villa defender Tyrone Mings and Liverpool’s Dutch talent, Cody Gakpo. Liverpool's senior figures are querying why...

Liverpool manager must deliver on Europa League promise

Liverpool’s disappointing 1-1 draw at home to Aston Villa on Saturday left their hopes of qualifying for the Champions League dangling by a thread. The Reds need Newcastle United or Manchester United to suffer an unlikely set of results in their remaining games to retain a chance of finishing in the top four. Manager Jurgen Klopp...

Cody Gakpo’s Scars and Mings’ Escaped Red Card Incident

Mings' Encounter with Gakpo: A Controversial Clash or a Missed Red Card? In a recent face-off that has left many bewildered, Tyrone Mings was fortunate to skirt around an outright dismissal after his notably controversial challenge on Cody Gakpo. The heated encounter occurred during the 1-1 standoff with Aston Villa, a match filled with excitement...

Unfulfilled Promises: Keita and Oxlade-Chamberlain’s Exit

Liverpool's £87 Million Gamble: Keita and Oxlade-Chamberlain's Unfulfilled Promises A Muted Farewell The final whistle saw four presentations at Anfield. Two for men in tracksuits, two for veterans bidding farewell to their iconic Liverpool shirts. Roberto Firmino and James Milner - men with over 300 appearances each for the club. Meanwhile, Naby Keita and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain...

£60m Deal: Mac Allister Poised to Join Liverpool

The Alexis Mac Allister Saga: Liverpool's Potential Midfield Marvel Argentinian media, and the whispers at Anfield, are awash with reports detailing Liverpool's potential acquisition of Brighton's midfield maestro, Alexis Mac Allister. The World Cup-winning starlet has long been a source of transfer intrigue, but now it seems his journey from Brighton to Merseyside is imminent. Klopp's...

Milner Quote: Change In Power Dynamics?

Amidst all the emotion and chaos of the draw against Aston Villa, there was something that very few Reds seem to pick up on. For all the farewells, waves to the fans, presentations and chanting that took place, maybe an honest line from a post-match interview might be the most telling in the long-term....

James Milner: Liverpool Forever in My Heart

A Heartfelt Farewell: James Milner's Profound Anfield Connection In an emotional farewell to Anfield, James Milner, the emblem of persistence in the Liverpool squad, shared his heartfelt sentiments about his tenure as a Red in an exclusive interview with LFCTV. His reflections resonated with a deep affection for the Merseyside club that has now become...

Ornstein: Schmadtke’s Imminent Arrival at Liverpool

Jorg Schmadtke Poised to Join Liverpool A New Dawn at Anfield According to David Ornstein of The Athletic today, former Wolfsburg man, Jorg Schmadtke, is poised to grace the city of Liverpool this week. His mission? To seal a deal that would usher him in as the new sporting director, setting the stage for the upcoming summer...

Europa League: Liverpool’s Step Back to Leap Forward

Bittersweet Departure: Liverpool's Champions League Run Ends The Fall from Grace Liverpool, after a glorious half a dozen years in the elite circle of Europe's football prowess, is bidding adieu. The anticipated return to the Europa League is, in fact, a regression to the past. The glistening grandeur of the Champions League, that became synonymous with...

Lessons Learned: Aston Villa

Maybe the emotion got the better of us as fans. It certainly seemed to for the players until later on, when Liverpool managed to rescue a point against Aston Villa. Anfield said an emotional goodbye to a number of players, with it perhaps being fitting that the man who scored the equaliser received the...

Stars of American Sports Who Support Liverpool

Liverpool attracts fans from all walks of life, including huge celebrities like Nelson Mandela, Angeline Jolie, and Dr Dre. A survey last year found that the Anfield club is the most popular EPL team in the US, so it stands to reason that plenty of sports stars there who support them. The following are...

Liverpool 1 – 1 Aston Villa – PL Man of The Match

Liverpool 1 - 1 Aston Villa - PL Man of The Match Virgil van Dijk The big man has crept back into form, which has certainly enabled this altering system of play to well, play out. In a formation that frequently switches from a 4-3-3, to an in possession 3-4-3, it really does need that vocal and...

Firmino Visits His Liverpool Tribute Mural

Roberto Firmino: Mural Visit Closes Anfield Chapter Roberto Firmino, Liverpool's beloved forward, made a pilgrimage to Anfield, marvelling at the vibrant homage painted on its outer wall this Sunday morning. This mural is a testament to Firmino's exceptional career, transforming him into the latest legend immortalised in pigments on Anfield's proud walls. An emotional afternoon witnessed...

Van Dijk’s Unwavering Faith in Liverpool’s Future

Liverpool's 'Exciting' Future: Through Virgil van Dijk's Lens Liverpool's cornerstone, Virgil van Dijk, conveys a sense of thrill for the club's upcoming voyage. As the club's defence titan, he maintains an optimistic view for Liverpool's future, despite the threat of missing out on the upcoming Champions League. A Tough Match, But Unbroken Spirits The recent 1-1 draw...

Liverpool’s Season: An Abomination, Says Dave Hendrick

Dissecting Liverpool's Turbulent Season: Post-Match RAW Podcast Liverpool's season has not been the most inspiring, with an evident shift in the tide; at times looking like a tsunami may engulf the club and its fans. This piece aims to unpack the Reds' trials and tribulations, as expressed by the lads on the most recent episode...

Bill Shankly Legacy Echoes in Nike New Kit Launch

The Liverpool Legacy: Bill Shankly's Spirit Lives On in Nike's New Kit Launch In a fitting tribute to the legendary Bill Shankly, Nike has once again proven its design prowess with the captivating new 2023-24 Liverpool training kit. Serving as a modern ode to Shankly's last season at the helm half a century ago, the...

Klopp’s VAR Fury: Liverpool’s Champions League Hopes End

Jurgen Klopp vs VAR: A Tale of Frustration amid Liverpool's Struggles Another VAR Disappointment for Klopp's Liverpool It's been quite a turbulent week for Liverpool's main man, Jurgen Klopp, as his team's slender hopes of securing a Champions League berth took another hit, this time against Aston Villa. The bane of VAR seems to follow Klopp...

“Klopp Still Wanted Me,” Reveals Liverpool’s Departing Milner

An Era Ends: James Milner Bids Adieu to Liverpool As the sunset of James Milner's illustrious Liverpool tenure looms, the industrious midfield maestro opens up about his exit. Despite Jurgen Klopp, Liverpool's acclaimed gaffer, allegedly expressing a desire for Milner's stay, the seasoned player is confirmed to be among the four departures scheduled at the...

Liverpool 1 – 1 Aston Villa – PL Player Ratings

Liverpool 1 - 1 Aston Villa - PL Player Ratings Alisson Becker - 7.0 Had a very good first half that allowed the reds  some chance of a positive result, again. Was blameless for the Ramsey goal & competent for the remainder of the match. The reds player of the season. Trent Alexander Arnold - 4.0 Was limited...

Trent Alexander-Arnold: Time for Klopp’s Rethink?

Trent Alexander-Arnold: A Tactical Rethink for Liverpool? Liverpool’s Bittersweet Aston Villa Encounter Trent Alexander-Arnold is a force to reckon with. But as Liverpool's latest encounter with Aston Villa concludes in a late-drawn game - their final home match of the season, we see that not all experiments yield desirable results. Jürgen Klopp's Trent Alexander-Arnold gambit, for...