Liverpool must address major squad weakness

After a breathless opening day fixture against Leeds United, it is time to address a weakness within the Liverpool squad. The Reds were pinpoint accurate in their acquisitions of Andrew Robertson, Alisson and Virgil van Dijk, solving long-term problems that the club had been struggling with for years. No longer did Jurgen Klopp have to...

Liverpool expected to complete signing of young Brazilian goalkeeper this week

Young Brazilian goalkeeper Marcelo Pitaluga is expected to sign for Liverpool this week as he leaves his boyhood club, Fluminense. Pitaluga, 17, will be a part of the Liverpool U23s squad this season where he will battle it out for the number one spot with Irish youngster Caoimhin Kelleher. As reported in Neil Jones' piece for...

Gomez still requires patience from Liverpool supporters

Who else saw that coming last weekend then? Liverpool played out a Premier League classic against newly-promoted Leeds, getting their title defence off to an entertaining-but-unconvincing start at Anfield. Having not been able to watch the game first time around, I can confirm that following it on Twitter, while fellow supporters lost their minds, was not...

“He’s hungry” – Liverpool star ready to shine again according to Alisson

Liverpool's Mohamed Salah started the new season in scintillating form in The Reds' 4-3 win over Leeds United on Saturday. Alisson Becker believes the Egyptian forward is hungry for more success this season. Salah scored a hat-trick, including two well-taken penalties, to help Jürgen Klopp's men see off the newly-promoted visitors and take all three...

Liverpool Overcome Leeds To Start Title Defence With Win

A Mohamed Salah hattrick saw Liverpool begin their Premier League title defence with a 4-3 victory over Leeds at Anfield. The Egyptian slotted two penalties, as well as a perfectly executed volley to add to Virgil van Dijk's towering header against Marcelo Bielsa's newly promoted Whites who equalised three times, through Jack Harrison, Patrick Bamford...

Player Ratings for Liverpool 4-3 Leeds

Liverpool’s title defense started out in Jekyll-and-Hyde fashion as the Egyptian King oozed class, Big Virg created goals at both ends of the pitch, and numerous Reds were off the mark. Three points is three points and all that, but there are a lot of performances today that will be giving Klopp fits for...

Liverpool 4-3 Leeds: Who Was Man of the Match ?

Liverpool got off their Premier League defence in the most rollicking manner, winning by odd goal in seven, in what was a thrill-a-minute game. Liverpool took the lead three times and they were pegged back three times by the newly promoted side, but were not to be denied on the fourth such attempt. Alisson started...

Curtis Jones primed for starring role at Liverpool in 2020/21

It is a rare thing to see a young Scouser make the grade at Liverpool, backing up their early promise and becoming a hero to millions around the world. Trent Alexander-Arnold is the most recent homegrown talent to become a star at Anfield, but it has been slim pickings for many years. For every Alexander-Arnold, there...

Fantasy Premier League focus: When to Play Your Wildcards and Free Hits

Knowing how to use Fantasy Premier League chips is of the utmost importance for every serious player. Small mistakes can make a huge difference, and sometimes even ruin your entire season. Being aware of some simple tricks will help you avoid such unwanted scenarios, and allow you to make the most of your free...

Will this be Liverpool’s starting lineup to face Leeds on Saturday?

Liverpool start their 2020/21 Premier League campaign this Saturday evening against Leeds United. We've had a look at what starting lineup Jürgen Klopp may go with. The Reds will begin the defence of their league title - or their attack on this season's title, as Klopp likes to consider it - by welcoming Marcelo Bielsa's...

The Curious Case of Marko Grujic – What Could He Add To The First Team?

Marko Grujic's time at Liverpool may be about to come to an end. AC Milan look poised to bid for the midfielder, and it is likely that the Reds will accept. However, the latest reports indicate that Grujic may have the opportunity to prove himself, should these moves not materialise. The factors that dictate whether...

Buyback On Brewster Benefits Both

The future of Rhian Brewster has proved to be a major talking point in the last few weeks. The talented forward enjoyed a strong pre-season for Liverpool, scoring three goals in two games, a run of form that led some fans to suggest that the Reds ought to keep the England youth international for the...

“Thiago would be another step” – Gary Neville believes Reds will struggle to retain title if they don’t add more top-class talent to the...

Liverpool will need a "superhuman effort" to achieve the same performance levels again this season according to Gary Neville. Former Manchester United defender Neville believes that the achievements of this Jürgen Klopp team over the past three seasons means The Reds must bring in more top-level talent before the transfer window closes to maintain that...

Liverpool vs Leeds United Preview – A classic league fixture to start our Premier League campaign

THE DETAILS Venue – Anfield, Liverpool Referee – Michael Oliver Date & Time – Saturday, September 12th @ 17:30 Current Odds – Liverpool 1/4, Draw 5/1, Leeds 9/1 ________________________________________________________ More memories will be made over the next 9 months, more goals will be scored to make our jaws drop. New stars will arrive while others begin to fade. The never-ending...

After 196 points in two seasons, what might be Liverpool’s weaknesses?

Over the last two seasons, Liverpool have been remarkably good. As it stands, they are one of the two best teams in the world alongside Bayern Munich, who recently unseated them on the European throne. But Jurgen Klopp's Reds are not perfect. And this season they become the hunted after relishing the status of hunter. And...

Trent Alexander-Arnold wins PFA Young Player of the Year while four other Reds join him on PFA Team of the Year

Jürgen Klopp's Liverpool side has had five players named in the PFA Team of the Year for the 2019/20 campaign. Following the news yesterday that Trent Alexander-Arnold had won the PFA Young Player of the Year award, The Reds also had four other players named on the PFA Team of the Year alongside the 21-year-old...

He Didn’t Kostas Much – August 2020, The Month That Was

August began with Liverpool unveiling their new kit, the first one released under their new deal with Nike. Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Virgil Van Dijk and the boys unboxed the kit and their enthusiasm for the kit was quite striking. Fire! Swoosh! Flamey! Robbo, pay your bills man! Liverpool did a signing!! Rejoice! The Reds landed Kostas Tsimikas...

Could Minamino Offer Midfield Magic?

Takumi Minamino's Anfield career hasn't really taken off yet. Despite some bright moments, including a well-taken goal -- which was part of an overall impressive cameo -- in the Community Shield versus Arsenal, the Japanese international is yet to hit the heights of his Red Bull Salzburg form yet. The 25-year old introduced himself to the...

Young star delights in first Liverpool goal

Liverpool's Harvey Elliott declared it was the fulfilment of a dream to score his first goal for Jürgen Klopp's side last weekend at Anfield. The tricky young winger replaced Mohamed Salah in the 62nd minute against Blackpool on Saturday. Elliott scored just five minutes later after a great through ball from Divock Origi. Fourth goal of...

It’s make-or-break time for Naby Keïta

As Liverpool gear up for the start of the 2020/21 Premier League campaign next weekend, Naby Keïta knows that now is the time to stake his claim for a regular starting spot in The Reds' midfield. The Guinea international who wears Steven Gerrard's famous number 8 jersey has endured a stop-start couple of seasons since...

A roundup of all Liverpool news from the weekend

Liverpool played their final pre-season friendly on Saturday at Anfield. Let's look at how that went as well as having a quick round-up of other LFC news from the weekend. Liverpool 7 - 2 Blackpool Jürgen Klopp's Reds welcomed former Liverpool U23s coach Neil Critchley back to Merseyside with his League One Blackpool team. Liverpool beat The...

Gini Wijnaldum: A Fantastic Servant, Time To Make Way

The deal that had been proposed for weeks is finally taking shape. There have been many players whom have divided opinion amongst the Liverpool fanbase in history - Dirk Kuyt, Luis Garcia, Danny Murphy are amongst a few. And with Georginio Wijnaldum potentially set to leave the club and wrap up a £15million deal to...

Why Thiago Could Be Liverpool’s Robin van Persie

After losing the 2011-2012 Premier League title on goal difference to Manchester City, Manchester United looked to improve their firepower by signing Arsenal forward Robin van Persie. The acquisition of the Dutchman -- who arrived at Old Trafford for a fee of £22,500,000 -- proved to be inspired with the Red Devils romping home to...

Robertson comes clean on Messi situation

Liverpool defender Andy Robertson admits that he hopes Lionel Messi doesn't sign for The Reds' Premier League rivals, Manchester City. Messi, 33, has made it known he wants to leave Barcelona during this transfer window. However, LaLiga seems to have taken the Catalan club's side with respect to the terms of the Argentina international's contract. Messi...

Wijnaldum will only be fully appreciated after leaving

As we prepare for the start of the new Premier League season, there are only two transfer stories keeping Liverpool fans preoccupied. The continued pursuit of Thiago is the standout talking point, as the Reds try and get a deal for one of the world's best midfielders over the line. It is a frustrating saga...

Liverpool confirm final friendly ahead of start of Premier League season

Liverpool have confirmed they will play one final pre-season friendly this Saturday as they count down to the beginning of the 2020/21 Premier League campaign. Jürgen Klopp's Premier League champions will play Blackpool at 15:00 (UK time) on Saturday, September 5th, at Anfield. League One side Blackpool are managed now by former Liverpool U23s boss Neil...

Could 4222 Shape Be Liverpool’s Next Tactical Step?

As much as Arsenal fans on the internet will tell you otherwise, the Community Shield is a glorified friendly and its importance should be framed as such. There were, however, some interesting takeaways for Liverpool in their 1-1 draw -- and subsequent penalty shootout defeat, again -- with the Gunners at Wembley. Namely the switch in...

Liverpool prepare for departure as Koeman dreams of Gini

As news broke in Spain on Tuesday night, it appeared that Gini Wijnaldum was edging ever closer to a Liverpool exit. Jürgen Klopp's ultra-reliable number 5 is on his way to Barcelona, it seems. According to Spanish publication sport.es, Ronald Koeman hopes to make Wijnaldum one of his first signings since taking over at Camp Nou. With...

Reds reportedly interested in Lille OSC midfielder Boubakary Soumaré

Liverpool is reported to be one of a number of clubs currently interested in acquiring the signature of Lille OSC's midfielder Boubakary Soumaré. French publication Le10Sport is claiming that Soumaré's situation is currently being monitored by a number of clubs including AC Milan, Arsenal and Manchester United. Bundesliga side Hertha Berlin is also strongly linked...

Thiago Could Be Key To Unlocking Liverpool Midfield Goals

The Thiago Alcantara to Liverpool links to burn brightly. Simon Hughes of The Athletic, who is well connected to the club, added another dose of kerosene to the rumours when he reported the Reds are "officially" interested in the Spain international midfielder. If the English champions are indeed to prize the former Barcelona linchpin from FC...