Dave looks at the news & gossip as fixture congestion has seemingly ruined Boxing Day tradition.
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Dave is joined by Producer Guy to preview & predict the upcoming weekend of Premier League action.
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Dave Hendrick is here to cover all things LFC. He looks at the game agaisnt Villa tomorrow night.
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On this episode @TadPredicts gives us his thoughts on the EPL Gameweek 10 fixtures.
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Dave & Karl look ahead to Liverpool's next game as the underperforming reds welcome Aston Villa to Anfield on Saturday night.
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Hugo Ekitike, Rodrygo or Isak? Guy Drinkel Analyses Liverpool’s Striker Strategy
On the latest episode of The Daily Red Podcast, Guy Drinkel stepped in for Dave Hendrick and delivered a wide-ranging analysis of Liverpool’s transfer activity, with a sharp focus on the club’s pursuit of attacking reinforcements. With Hugo Ekitike’s move all but confirmed, attention...
Liverpool’s Bold Move for Hugo Ekitike After Arne Slot’s Zoom Pitch
Liverpool’s transfer strategy appears to be evolving under Arne Slot, with ESPN reporting that a personal Zoom call from the new head coach has shifted Hugo Ekitike’s stance on a move to Anfield. This development could mark a significant moment in shaping Liverpool’s future...
Hugo Ekitike's Arrival Signals Bold New Era for Liverpool Under Slot
Big Move, Bigger Expectations
Liverpool’s summer transfer activity has taken a seismic turn with Hugo Ekitike edging closer to a £69 million switch to Anfield. As Ian Doyle of the Liverpool Echo reports, the French striker is currently in London to complete his medical ahead...
How Neil Warnock Missed Out on Virgil van Dijk for Just £4m
A Sliding Doors Moment in South London
In football, hindsight can sting as much as defeat. For Neil Warnock, one moment in 2014 has aged like sour milk. Then-manager of Crystal Palace, Warnock found himself on the cusp of a deal that could have...
Liverpool Weigh Fofana Move Amid Uncertain Diaz Future
Luis Diaz's position at Liverpool has rarely felt more fragile. Despite travelling with the squad for the Asian pre-season tour, doubts persist over his long-term future. Contract talks have stalled, Bayern Munich remain interested, and Saudi Pro League links continue to bubble under the surface.
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Liverpool Prepare for Diaz Talks as Bayern Line Up €70m Offer
Liverpool’s transfer window is set for another significant development, with Bayern Munich preparing a fresh approach for Luis Diaz. As reported by ESPN, the Bundesliga champions are expected to return with an improved €70 million bid, having already seen one offer rejected by the...
Owen Beck Edges Closer to Championship Return as Liverpool Finalise Loan Exit
Liverpool are preparing to sanction the temporary departure of Owen Beck, with Derby County set to complete a loan deal for the 22-year-old left-back. As reported by John Percy for The Telegraph, the Welsh defender is due to undergo a medical at Derby...
Real Madrid Propose Diaz in Swap for Konate Amid Contract Uncertainty
Real Madrid are reportedly considering a player-plus-cash deal in an attempt to lure Ibrahima Konate from Liverpool this summer. The report, which originates from Fichajes, suggests Los Blancos are prepared to include Brahim Diaz alongside a financial offer of €10 million (£8.7m) in order...
Liverpool Keep Watchful Eye as Isak Contract Stalls at Newcastle
Liverpool are refusing to close the door on a potential blockbuster move for Alexander Isak. As reported by Rousing The Kop, the Reds have made their intent known with an informal approach for the Newcastle United forward, suggesting they are willing to pay in the...
Liverpool’s Frontline Revolution: Why Ekitike and Isak Could Signal a Tactical Shift
As the summer transfer window heats up, Liverpool’s intent to evolve under Arne Slot is becoming clearer with every move. On the latest edition of The Daily Red Podcast by Anfield Index, Dave Hendrick unpacked the potential double signing of Hugo Ekitike and...
Liverpool Exclude Forward from Tour as Serie A Return Looms for Chiesa
Liverpool Move on as Chiesa Falls Out of Favour
When Liverpool secured Federico Chiesa from Juventus last summer for a fee reported at £12 million plus £3 million in bonuses, it looked like a calculated gamble. The Italian international had pedigree, experience at the...
Liverpool are Leading the Race to Sign £45m Premier League Star
Arne Slot has bolstered almost every area of his Liverpool title-winning squad so far this summer and he isn't done yet.
Giorgi Mamardashvili arrived from Valencia this summer to provide competition to Alisson Becker in the goalkeeping department as Caoimhin Kelleher headed to Brentford in...
James McConnell’s Liverpool Future: A Bright Prospect with Slot’s Backing
Liverpool midfielder James McConnell is on the verge of signing a new long-term contract at Anfield, as reported by The Daily Mail. The 20-year-old, who impressed Arne Slot last season, is seen as a key part of the club’s future despite being lined up for...
Liverpool’s 2024–2025 campaign will be remembered as one of the most emotionally charged and statistically impressive seasons in recent club history. From winning the Premier League in Arne Slot’s first year to coping with tragic loss off the field, it was a journey filled with resilience, dominance, and evolution. By diving into the data...
Liverpool have been undergoing a huge transformation this summer with record sums being spent on Florian Wirtz, Jeremie Frimpong, Milos Kerkez and Hugo Ekitike - but the focus will soon need to shift on recouping some of that money.
Luis Diaz appears to be the man gaining most of the attention from around Europe with...
Luis Díaz Determined to Join Bayern: What It Means for Liverpool
Liverpool’s summer transfer window has taken another twist, as reported by ESPN, with Luis Díaz pushing for a move to Bayern Munich. Despite having two years left on his contract and coming off his most prolific season at Anfield, scoring 17 goals and helping...
Football Clubs From Turkey In The European Cups Of The New Season: Analysis from Pinco Team
Turkish football has experienced remarkable growth in European competitions over recent years. The nation's clubs continue making impressive strides in Champions League and Europa League tournaments. Turkey's representation in European cups demonstrates the country's rising football quality and tactical...
All of these coaches have won at least 20 trophies.
Even a team made up of superstars is unlikely to win a major tournament without a good coach. And when it comes to a mid-level club, the role of the coach becomes even more important.
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Why Andy Robertson’s Liverpool Exit Feels More Likely Than Tsimikas
Liverpool’s summer transfer window has already delivered surprises, with Milos Kerkez arriving in a £40m move that strengthens the left-back position. But this signing has inevitably raised questions over the futures of Andy Robertson and Kostas Tsimikas. David Lynch, speaking to Eddie Gibbs on Anfield...
Liverpool’s Alexander Isak Chase: A Complex Summer Transfer Story
Liverpool are gearing up for their second season under Arne Slot after an astonishing debut campaign that delivered the Premier League title. With preparations well underway, attention has turned to the transfer market, where Hugo Ekitike’s imminent £69m arrival has sparked even more speculation. But it...
The Myth of Liverpool’s Reckless Spending
As the summer window rolls on and Liverpool’s outlay climbs past the £250m mark — with Hugo Ekitike now the next expected arrival after Florian Wirtz, Jeremie Frimpong, and Milos Kerkez — the usual noise from rival fanbases is beginning to bubble. “How can they afford this?” they ask,...
Darwin Nunez Hat-Trick Highlights Exit Talks: Lynch Shares Liverpool Insight
Darwin Nunez may have grabbed headlines with a blistering 14-minute hat-trick against Stoke City in a behind-closed-doors friendly, but according to David Lynch, speaking to Eddie Gibbs for Anfield Index, the writing is on the wall for the Uruguayan striker at Liverpool. Despite his pre-season...
Liverpool’s Bold Move for Hugo Ekitike: A Statement of Ambition
Liverpool’s summer has been anything but quiet. With Arne Slot fresh off a sensational Premier League title win in his debut season, the club has wasted no time reinforcing its ranks. Signings like Giorgi Mamardashvili, Jeremie Frimpong, Milos Kerkez and Florian Wirtz have already made...
The Big Club Energy Finally Arrives at Anfield
Liverpool fans didn’t truly know what being a “Big Club” in the transfer market felt like, until the summer of 2025.
Before this year, the most Liverpool had ever spent in a single summer window was £161.3 million (back in 2018). That number? Casually eclipsed by Manchester City...
Liverpool’s Bold Summer: Wirtz, Slot and the Rising Red Dawn
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Liverpool’s New Era: Ekitike, Wirtz and the Shape of Change
In the mists of Liverpool’s summer dealings, something stirs. The air carries whispers from Frankfurt, of a deal nearly complete, of a player whose journey traces light and shadow. Hugo Ekitike, soon to wear red, carries not only the hopes of a club but the...
Ekitike’s Arrival Is About More Than Just Goals
Liverpool’s £69 million swoop for Hugo Ekitike, with an additional £10 million in add-ons, is more than a blockbuster signing – it’s a statement of intent from Arne Slot. The Dutch manager’s initial moves seemed designed to slow things down, control tempo and mature the identity Klopp...
Luis Diaz Transfer Update: Bayern Move Gathers Momentum
Liverpool fans woke up to major news today as Fabrizio Romano revealed on X that Luis Diaz has now “opened doors” to a potential move to Bayern Munich. The Colombian winger, a fan favourite since his arrival, has reportedly caught the eye of the Bundesliga champions, who...
Federico Chiesa: What Next for Liverpool’s Italian Star?
Liverpool’s decision to leave Federico Chiesa out of their 29-man pre-season squad travelling to Hong Kong has stirred plenty of speculation, not least because of the calibre of clubs now circling. As Empire of the Kop reported, seven clubs are interested in a potential swoop for the...
Ekitike Set for Medical Ahead of Six-Year Deal
The 23-year-old French forward is expected to arrive in the UK on Tuesday to undergo a medical and finalise terms on a six-year contract. Assuming all proceeds smoothly, Ekitike will promptly link up with Arne Slot’s squad in Hong Kong for the club’s pre-season tour — a...