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Liverpool could make over £200m from player sales this summer

Liverpool’s Summer Clear-Out Could Top £200m in Player Sales Numbers game forces difficult decisions Liverpool are no strangers to transfer market scrutiny, but this …

Liverpool winger move to Bayern getting closer amid £65m agreement

Diaz edging closer to Bayern move as Liverpool weigh options Bayern intensify pursuit of Liverpool winger The spotlight this summer has largely focused on …

Romano: Liverpool monitor Lyon talent amid growing Bayern interest

Liverpool Consider Fofana as Bayern Step Up Diaz Pursuit Bayern prepare renewed bid for Liverpool forward Liverpool may be preparing for one of the …

Liverpool omit attacker from tour as speculation intensifies

Chiesa Absence Raises Questions as Liverpool Embark on Far East Tour Squad selection signals shift in priorities Liverpool’s pre-season squad announcement might have included …

Latest Podcasts

David Lynch Podcast: WIRTZ & FRIMPONG PLANS REVEALED! | Liverpool 5-0 Stoke reaction

Liverpool continued their pre-season preparations with a behind-closed-doors friendly win over Stoke City on Sunday. A Darwin Nunez hat-trick and goals from Rio Ngumoha and Federico Chiesa saw the Reds run out comfortable victors. But beyond the goals, there were plenty of interesting takeaways from the game for supporters keen to see how things are shaping up ahead of the new campaign. Here, Reds reporter David Lynch analyses key talking points, including the use of Jeremie Frimpong and Florian Wirtz, and the plans for the club's youngsters. For more Liverpool news, make sure you like and subscribe, and don't forget to follow David on X, Facebook and Bluesky @davidlynchlfc. You can also now find regular Liverpool updates, including exclusive transfer news, match analysis and more at Substack here: https://davidlynchlfc.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Rafael Honigstein on Ekitike, Wirtz, Frimpong and Liverpool’s Bundesliga Strategy: Media Matters

In this episode of Media Matters, Eddie Gibbs is joined by Bundesliga expert Rafael Honigstein to unpack Liverpool’s growing interest in the German market. They dig into Hugo Ekitike’s breakout season at Frankfurt, plus look at Liverpool's plans for Florian Wirtz and Jeremie Frimpong. Plus what makes Benjamin Sesko an intriguing forward target, and why Angelo Stiller might be more than just midfield depth. Rafael shares his insight on the finances of the deals, player profiles, tactical fit under Arne Slot. A sharp, data-aware conversation on strategy, suitability, and what happens next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Liverpool’s Next Star: Rodrygo vs Gordon as Luis Diaz Replacement

On today's transfer market analysis, Jack McIndoe is joined by Dr. Bart to examine data on potential wide players for Liverpool this summer, with two names attracting significant interest from Liverpool fans during this window! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Daily Red Podcast: Ekitike Here We Go & Isak Left Out!

Lewis Aspinall brings you another Daily Red Podcast with all the latest Liverpool FC news and transfer latest over the last 24 hours! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Ekitike V Isak to Liverpool: Worth the Fee? | Player Analysis Breakdown!

Transfer Market Metrics Special: Jack McIndoe and Dr Bart analyse data on potential Liverpool Number 9s this summer, revealing the strengths and weaknesses of both Isak and Ekitike! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Liverpool FC Transfers

Hugo’s Former Teammate: “The joy he had for playing was amazing to see”

Liverpool could make over £200m from player sales this summer

Liverpool’s Summer Clear-Out Could Top £200m in Player Sales Numbers game forces difficult decisions Liverpool are no strangers to transfer market scrutiny, but this …

Liverpool winger move to Bayern getting closer amid £65m agreement

Diaz edging closer to Bayern move as Liverpool weigh options Bayern intensify pursuit of Liverpool winger The spotlight this summer has largely focused on …

Romano: Liverpool monitor Lyon talent amid growing Bayern interest

Liverpool Consider Fofana as Bayern Step Up Diaz Pursuit Bayern prepare renewed bid for Liverpool forward Liverpool may be preparing for one of the …

Liverpool omit attacker from tour as speculation intensifies

Chiesa Absence Raises Questions as Liverpool Embark on Far East Tour Squad selection signals shift in priorities Liverpool’s pre-season squad announcement might have included …

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Liverpool could make over £200m from player sales this summer

Liverpool’s Summer Clear-Out Could Top £200m in Player Sales Numbers game forces difficult decisions Liverpool are no strangers to transfer market scrutiny, but this …

Liverpool winger move to Bayern getting closer amid £65m agreement

Diaz edging closer to Bayern move as Liverpool weigh options Bayern intensify pursuit of Liverpool winger The spotlight this summer has largely focused on …

Romano: Liverpool monitor Lyon talent amid growing Bayern interest

Liverpool Consider Fofana as Bayern Step Up Diaz Pursuit Bayern prepare renewed bid for Liverpool forward Liverpool may be preparing for one of the …

Liverpool omit attacker from tour as speculation intensifies

Chiesa Absence Raises Questions as Liverpool Embark on Far East Tour Squad selection signals shift in priorities Liverpool’s pre-season squad announcement might have included …

Steve Nicol: Liverpool transfer clues suggest major deal could still happen

Liverpool Continue Pursuit of Isak as Ekitike Deal Nears Completion Isak uncertainty deepens despite Newcastle insistence Liverpool’s pursuit of attacking reinforcements has already produced …

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Sorting Fact from Fiction: The Truth Behind Liverpool's Rodrygo Links

The summer transfer window is a time for bold speculation, and few rumours have been bolder than the recent reports linking Liverpool with an …

How Liverpool Are Building a Squad For Success in 2025/26 (and Beyond)

A lot of fans saw the success of 2024-2025 as something of a bonus. After losing a manager who had brought so much success …

Liverpool today: a new era under the red flag

Liverpool is one of the most decorated and respected football clubs in the world. With a rich history, charisma, passionate fans and a recognizable …

Artificial Intelligence and Computer Vision in Sports Analytics

Artificial intelligence and computer vision technologies are revolutionizing sports analytics across all levels of athletic performance, from elite-level boxing to everyday fitness habits. Sports …

The 2025 MLB Draft: Surprises, Strategy, and Why Cool TV Makes You Smarter

The first day of the 2025 MLB Draft delivered all the intrigue baseball fans love: surprise picks, emotional moments, and smart strategic plays. While …

Emre Can, a risk worth taking?

Less than a month ago, Liverpool had beaten Borussia Dortmund at Anfield in one of the most spectacular games in recent memory. Subsequently, Liverpool became favourites to win the Europa League and secure a Champions League spot, under the guidance of Jürgen Klopp. The following two league victories, against Bournemouth and Everton, led many to...

WE Were Born Under a Liverbird

All of us really. Many may not be born in Liverpool but somehow, some way know that a Liverbird was around us in some shape or form before we could walk. A wise man told me it's not where you've come from but where you're at. So where are you at? Are we ready...

Diamond in the Rough – Illustrating Liverpool’s Pressing vs Swansea

As you may already know I collect pressing stats for every Liverpool Premier League game, I know - what a crazy thing to do - but it's popular, people enjoy the discussions resulting from the stats collection and we're learning a lot about some of the players at Liverpool Football Club. Twitter was adamant that...

Never underestimate the power of the twelfth man!

When the unlikeliest of victories happened, just over two weeks ago, Jürgen Klopp could do no wrong. He was the new saviour, the miracle worker, who coaxed every ounce of every players ability, heart and fight, to battle back against the odds and claim victory, against his beloved former club. The supporters were elated,...

Sturridge’s wave or Skrtel’s mistakes?

“A good living leads to forgetfulness”- A Ghanaian Proverb This came to mind on one of the many days Twitter’s machine guns and RPGs were set in motion in the Daniel Sturridge battle. For a striker who owns an impressive record that put into shade Suarez, Owen and Fowler, celebrating him should be a chore...

Prioritising the Europa League was the correct choice

The last ten days haven't been Jurgen Klopp's most memorable as Liverpool manager. He saw his Reds throw away a 2-0 lead at home to Newcastle to draw 2-2, then had the misfortune of watching on as a series of individual errors undone what would've been an excellent European semi-final away draw and then to...

Hope is Important as Klopp’s Doubters Rear Their Heads

Jurgen Klopp’s first challenge at Liverpool was to instil his ideas and philosophies on a squad of players left to him following the departure of Brendan Rodgers... ...OK, maybe his first challenge was the journey from John Lennon Airport to the city centre, and the subsequent negotiation of the selfie requests on the streets surrounding...

Swansea City 3 Liverpool 1: Player Ratings

Liverpool players tried passing the ball for the full ninety minutes but were not very successful at it resulting in another loss, this time at the Liberty Stadium on a rain-soaked Sunday afternoon. Benteke's goal was the only consolation in one of the most abject performances this season. Tough to hit a level below...

Anfield, Villarreal and Liverpool comebacks

Liverpool’s Europa League semi-final first leg was less party and more party poopers, where losing an injury time goal felt like a kick in the guts. Disappointing? Yes. End of the world? No. Some of the response it invoked on good old social media was disproportionate to say the least. Have some people forgotten...

Swansea vs Liverpool Preview | Team News & Predictions

Jurgen Klopp’s side travel to the Liberty on Sunday afternoon to face Francesco Guidolin’s side. The Reds will be looking for a win to help build momentum ahead of their second leg in the Europa League semi-final against Villarreal on Thursday night. Liverpool currently lie 7th in the Premier League, four points behind fifth placed West...

Hillsborough Part Three: The Cover Up

‘If it wasn’t for the Scousers we could stand.’ In January 1990, a mere eight months after the Hillsborough disaster, Lord Justice Taylor published his findings in what became known as The Taylor Report. The two headlines, as it were, were plain and simple. Firstly, the disaster was caused by a lack of police control...

The Blame Game – A Tactical look at the Villarreal loss

The blame game is funny. Liverpool lose and it's almost like some fans go out of their way to criticise a player they dislike even if their only at 10% fault for the goal that lost the Reds the match. Narrow minded doesn't do it justice. Like a bull locked on to a red...

Hillsborough Part 2: Saturday 15th April 1989

Saturday 15th April 1989 was a sunny day. I was living in a Halls of Residence cinderblock corridor of a room in South East London at the time, just about to complete my first year at Poly. I couldn’t afford the return train fare to Sheffield it being late in the term and what with my...

Liverpool Need To Convert Leads into Victories – It’s Not Easy

If it happens once you can pass it off as being normal. You're told that It happens to everybody and not to worry about it. You nod in agreement at the reassurance being offered. If the same problem continuously happens then you have two choices; bury your head, pretend it's normal and carry on nodding...

Observations from Liverpool’s loss to Villarreal

It was almost the perfect European away leg. Jurgen Klopp sent his Reds out with a game plan and they were so close to executing it to full effect. It was a disciplined Liverpool side. It wasn't a boxing match like the Dortmund tie were both teams went at it blow for blow. This was...

Hillsborough Part 1: The Lead Up To April 1989

Sometimes we take things for granted. Being a Liverpool fan means that you naturally adopt certain causes and prejudices. For example, there’s an inbuilt dislike of Everton and Man United. This has been with us for ages and even when there’s the occasional ceasefire it’s always there. Then there’s the more modern rivalry (that, I’ll...

Liverpool’s Progress Under Jurgen Klopp

It was a time of conflict, of separation and fissures growing ever fractured by the day. If ever there were an embodiment of how a sinking ship can simply initiate a cold depression, it was Liverpool under Brendan Rodgers. Steven Gerrard was a club legend. Yet even his influence, his special goals, the undying embers...

Illustrating Liverpool’s Pressing in the last three games

We've been collecting Pressing Stats since 2013 on Anfield Index and after watching Liverpool's last three games and then collecting the pressing stats it's safe to say that they were a mixed bag! There were some surprising performances - many will be shocked to hear that Joe Allen was key in pressing in all three...

Match Preview: Villarreal vs Liverpool

Liverpool will face Villarreal on Thursday evening in the first leg of the Europa League semi-final. The Reds will hope to bring back a positive result for the home time at Anfield and progress to the final of the competition. Liverpool are just three games away from ending their season with European silverware, with Thursday’s...

Sakho, Cheats, Logic and Bias

Mamadou Sakho divides opinion. The Frenchman has done so ever since his move from Paris Saint-Germain in the Summer of 2013. His first season with the Reds was hit and miss. He shared the left centre-back berth with Daniel Agger. Both players struggled with injuries so it was a sort of timeshare role. Many fans...

When We All Climb a Hill…

I think the last time I wrote anything about Hillsborough was on Dec 19th, 2012. A cold and drizzly day but I don’t remember feeling either of them on my skin. Walking away from the Royal Courts of Justice my only thought was one of hope. The old coroner’s inquests had just been quashed...

Villarreal Vs. Liverpool | In-Depth Tactical Preview

Based in the tiny City of Vila-Real in the Comunitat Valenciana on the East Coast of Spain, Villarreal have arguably been the 21st century’s biggest football over-achievers. With a stadium that could fit half the city’s population, the club captivated the football world back in 2006 when they reached the Champions League semi-final with...

The Short-Term Alternatives to Mamadou Sakho

The events of the last three days have scarred the entire club and the entire fan base. Mamadou Sakho was well on his way to attaining cult status on the Kop. On Saturday, when it emerged that he had failed a drugs test in the aftermath of the Europa League game at Old Trafford,...

Cut Sensational Daniel Sturridge Some Slack

Imagine having a striker with a better goal record than Robbie Fowler. Once you’ve conjured up this image, just think for a second about having a centre-forward who could find the back of the net more reliably than Michael Owen or Fernando Torres. But Liverpool need not dream because they have a striker of the...

Liverpool and Sakho Prepare for UEFA’s Decision

Sidelined defender Mamadou Sakho is facing a nervous 24 hours after UEFA gave Liverpool notification on Friday that the central defender had tested positive for a banned substance after the Europa League fixture versus Manchester United on March 17th. A decision, by Europe’s governing body, is set to be announced on Tuesday (April 26th). Whilst the exact...

Moreno: Why Does He Split Opinion So Much?

After another significant bottle job by this very fragile Liverpool team against Newcastle United, there is definitely reasons to be concerned about our defence. Once again from leading 2-0 at half time, this side managed to surrender by the full-time whistle, and one player seemed to have a game of two halves. Alberto Moreno summed...

The Resurgence of Our Magician: Philippe Coutinho

Since Jurgen Klopp took over there seemed to be a raging debate about whether Philippe Coutinho would make the cut under our German manager. Did he have the energy and the enthusiasm to keep up with the dynamic style of play that our boss wanted to employ? We had all seen evidence of fantastic...

I Just Can’t Celebrate Everton’s Decline

Liverpool are magic, Everton are tragic, tra la la la, tra la la la… Those words rained down from the Kop last Wednesday as Everton limped to a humiliating defeat at the hands of Liverpool. Four – nil, could have been eight, should have been really. And yet as a Liverpool fan watching on, it was...

Observations from Liverpool’s disappointing draw with Newcastle

Rafa was back at Anfield and the jovial Liverpool crowd had lots to cheer about in the first half. Goals from Daniel Sturridge and Adam Lallana saw the Reds go in at half-time two goals to the good. However, the Jekyll and Hyde performances in the Premier League continued as Liverpool once again ceded...

Liverpool 2 Newcastle United 2: Player Ratings

Liverpool threw away another 2 points. Liverpool had another goal keeping error. The winning momentum has been halted now as Liverpool get into their biggest game of the season. This is how the Reds fared. Simon Mignolet (5) - Had a first half very much similar to the second half against Everton with literally nothing to do....

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