Dave looks at today's news & gossip as Rangers seemingly close-in on re-appointing Steven Gerrard.
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International Roundup & Questions: The Two Footed Podcast
Dave looks at the international football scene. He then answers some questions on a variety of topics.
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Major Jayden Danns Injury Update + Liverpool’s Upcoming CBs To Watch!
Lewis Bower joins Ben Pescod for the latest Academy podcast, where they discuss the youth setup’s transition under Arne Slot, which centre-backs might break through next, and a major update on Jayden Danns' injury.
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On the latest edition of the Red Room, Grizz Khan is joined by Ben, Lew, and Mo to analyse Liverpool's early-season selection and strongest XI to get the best out of the system and players.
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Dave Hendrick is here to cover all things LFC. He looks at players from previous European cup winning sides and how they'd fit into the current side.
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Chiesa Exit Could Make Room for Liverpool’s New-Look Attack
Liverpool's summer rebuild continues to gather pace with wide-reaching implications. As confirmed by Fichajes, Real Betis are keen to sign Italian winger Federico Chiesa on loan, a move that could mark the end of his short-lived Liverpool career.
“The Italian winger, who failed to establish himself at...
Liverpool Plot Summer Move for Portuguese Defensive Star
As the summer transfer window edges closer, Liverpool are reportedly preparing to re-ignite their long-standing interest in Sporting Lisbon defender Gonçalo Inácio. According to CaughtOffside, the Reds are among several Premier League clubs keen on the Portuguese international, with Manchester United and Newcastle also circling.
Inácio, who helped...
Harvey Elliott Names One Premier League Star Who is Better than Liverpool's Record-Breaking Signing Florian Wirtz
Liverpool are never quiet in the transfer market, and this summer is proving no exception. The club are poised to break their transfer record with the £116 million arrival of Florian Wirtz, a bold statement of intent from Arne...
Liverpool’s Left-Back Dilemma Opens Door for Owen Beck
As Liverpool prepares for life after a title-winning campaign under Arne Slot, the winds of change swirl once again. The departure of Trent Alexander-Arnold to Real Madrid has already left one flank in transition. Now, with Andy Robertson potentially heading to Atletico Madrid and Kostas Tsimikas also...
Liverpool Face Victor Osimhen Setback as Galatasaray Remain Confident
Liverpool’s summer transfer strategy has been aggressive, forward-thinking and, by most accounts, impressive. Arne Slot, fresh off delivering a Premier League title in his debut campaign, has wasted no time in reinforcing key areas. The arrivals of Jeremie Frimpong and the expected club-record acquisition of Florian...
Liverpool Prospect Jarell Quansah Poised for Career Progression Amid Bayer Leverkusen Interest
Jarell Quansah’s journey through professional football has been far from ordinary. Just three seasons ago, the towering centre-back was gaining valuable minutes on loan at Bristol Rovers. Now, he is part of a Liverpool side crowned Premier League champions under Arne Slot’s stewardship,...
Solskjaer eyes Chiesa as part of Besiktas rebuild
Federico Chiesa has emerged as a potential summer acquisition for Besiktas, with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer exploring options to reshape his squad ahead of the 2025–26 campaign. Turkish side Besiktas, who endured a disappointing season finishing 33 points adrift of Super Lig champions Galatasaray, are expected to be...
Alisson Becker commits to Anfield despite Turkish interest
Liverpool’s pre-season blueprint continues to evolve with significant clarity on two fronts: a seismic midfield addition in Florian Wirtz, and a firm stance from Alisson Becker, who has turned down interest from Galatasaray.
Amid widespread speculation surrounding his future, Alisson has rejected a move to the Turkish Super...
Konate Faces Crucial Period in Liverpool Career
Injury setback halted early-season momentum
Ibrahima Konate’s 2024/25 campaign at Liverpool was, in many ways, a tale of two distinct chapters. It started with uncertainty and ended with it too, but what happened in between painted a compelling picture of a defender establishing himself as first-choice partner to Virgil...
Liverpool’s Transfer Ambitions Signal Strategic Summer Shift
Kerkez arrival could mark changing of the guard
Liverpool's summer recruitment drive shows no signs of slowing. Having already agreed a potentially record-breaking deal for Bayer Leverkusen’s Florian Wirtz—worth up to £116 million with add-ons—the club’s recruitment team is now setting its sights on further reinforcements.
Their next move may...
Liverpool’s Injury Revolution: Inside the Fatigue Fix That Powered a Title Charge
Liverpool's 2024/25 campaign will be remembered not just for silverware, but for a remarkable transformation in player fitness and injury prevention. In a season featuring 56 competitive games, the Reds managed to dramatically reduce injuries — with the fewest games missed through injury...
Liverpool Consider Big-Money Gordon Swoop
Gordon’s resurgence puts him back in Liverpool’s sights
Liverpool’s interest in Newcastle United winger Anthony Gordon has re-emerged as the club prepares for a possible reshuffle under new head coach Arne Slot. With Luis Diaz linked with a high-profile move away from Anfield, Gordon is viewed internally as a potential replacement.
The...
Milos Kerkez to Liverpool: Transfer Almost Done, Says Romano
Kerkez Close to Joining Liverpool
The most significant movement for Liverpool surrounds Milos Kerkez. Romano was clear on this point: “I keep insisting on that—the agreement is almost done.” The 20-year-old left-back is expected to become a Liverpool player in the coming days.
https://x.com/fabrizioromano/status/1934040765744750752?s=61&t=mNGWGrMJB6I0kDBOoG_VXw
Romano added further weight to...
Arne Slot’s Liverpool: Adaptability, Authority and a Title Redefined
This is an abridged version; the full article is available on our 'It Was Always... Liverpool' Substack page:
Arne Slot did not arrive at Liverpool promising revolution. He followed Jürgen Klopp not with a manifesto, but with quiet clarity and tactical intelligence. In his first season, he...
Is It Time for Liverpool to Sell Andy Robertson?
Liverpool and Atletico in Talks Over Robertson
On the latest episode of Anfield Index Pro Plus, Dave Hendrick returned to the mic with sharp analysis on the biggest topic of the weekend: Atletico Madrid's approach for Liverpool’s long-serving left-back Andy Robertson.
https://youtu.be/YG976vYek4M
Hendrick opened with little ambiguity: “He hasn’t...
Vitezslav Jaros to Ajax – A Smart Loan Move With Big Potential
Jaros Set for Amsterdam Switch
Ajax appear to have pulled off a shrewd piece of business with the impending arrival of 23-year-old Liverpool goalkeeper Vitezslav Jaros on loan. According to Mike Verweij of De Telegraaf, a verbal agreement has been reached between all parties,...
Why Martin Zubimendi’s Liverpool Snub May Have Been a Hidden Gift
Zubimendi’s U-turn: A twist in Liverpool’s summer
In what once appeared to be a nailed-on signing, Martin Zubimendi’s decision to reject Liverpool in August 2024 caught fans and pundits off guard. The Spanish midfielder seemed poised for a switch to Anfield before abruptly deciding to...
Milos Kerkez Transfer: Liverpool Edging Closer to Summer Signing
Liverpool's Flank Revolution Underway
Liverpool's transfer activity this summer is shaping up to be one of strategic precision, with a clear emphasis on dynamism down the flanks. The Reds are edging ever closer to securing their next signing of the window, with Bournemouth left-back Milos Kerkez reportedly...
Jarell Quansah Ready for Next Liverpool Leap
Promising talent at a crossroads
Liverpool’s young centre-back Jarell Quansah has spoken candidly about his ambitions while on duty with England’s Under-21s, telling The Athletic he feels he is “in a very good position to take the next step” in his career.
The 22-year-old broke through impressively in the 2023-24...
Alisson Becker Transfer Rumours Quashed as Liverpool Keeper Reaffirms Commitment
Galatasaray's Enquiry Sparks Transfer Window Buzz
In what continues to be a busy summer for Liverpool, one story that briefly set pulses racing was an enquiry from Turkish giants Galatasaray regarding goalkeeper Alisson Becker. Florian Plettenberg of Sky Germany was first to break the news, revealing...
Florian Wirtz to Liverpool: Arne Slot’s Tactical Vision Starts to Unfold
According to a report by Rousing the Kop Arne Slot fell in love with Florian Wirtz for more than just his footballing ability, with the German international seemingly on his way for a price of 116m.
Why Wirtz is Worth the Price
The hype surrounding Wirtz is...
Liverpool's Champions League Rivals Amid Evolving European Landscape
The curtain is slowly rising on another Champions League campaign, and Liverpool are already centre stage. With 29 clubs confirmed for the 2025–26 edition of Europe’s most prestigious competition, the storylines are beginning to form, and the cast is nearly complete.
Premier League’s Six Strong in Europe
Liverpool’s place...
Liverpool’s Wirtz Gamble Shows Bold, Calculated Ambition
Liverpool are on the cusp of making history. A £116 million fee for Florian Wirtz is set to become not just a British record, but a symbol of strategic ambition at Anfield. But as revealed by Swiss Ramble, the full commitment will stretch far beyond the initial fee,...
Atletico Madrid Eye Surprise Move for Andy Robertson
As Liverpool prepare for a major summer shake-up under Arne Slot, one of the club’s most consistent performers could be heading for the exit. In a surprising twist, Fabrizio Romano reports that Atletico Madrid have made Andy Robertson their top target at left-back, casting fresh doubt over...
Darwin Nunez Set for Liverpool Exit Amid Napoli and Saudi Interest
Liverpool’s transfer window is accelerating and the future of Darwin Nunez is becoming clearer. According to the ever-reliable Fabrizio Romano, the Uruguayan striker is now “guaranteed” to leave Anfield this summer, with clubs in both Europe and the Middle East vying for his signature.
https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1933268453001183503
This...
Liverpool Enter the Frame for Rafael Leão as Transfer Battle Heats Up
Liverpool are being linked with a sensational move for AC Milan forward Rafael Leão, as per Christian Falk’s latest column in The Daily Briefing. The 25-year-old winger is on the radar of several European giants, with Bayern Munich and Arsenal already holding discussions...
Liverpool Tracking Kim Min-jae as Defensive Dominoes Threaten to Fall
Liverpool’s gaze towards the Bundesliga may not be over just yet this summer. According to Christian Falk in The Daily Briefing, Bayern Munich are open to selling Kim Min-jae, though no formal offer has yet been submitted and the club has made “no decision yet...
Liverpool Monitor Benfica Defender After Missing Out on Dean Huijsen
Liverpool’s summer recruitment drive is gaining momentum as Arne Slot prepares for a second season in charge of the Premier League champions. While Florian Wirtz looks set to arrive in a headline-grabbing transfer, defensive reinforcements remain a top priority following the disappointment of missing out...
Liverpool Transfers: Napoli Eyeing Darwin Nunez and Federico Chiesa in Double Swoop
Premier League champions Liverpool may be about to receive a welcome financial boost as Serie A side Napoli prepare a summer move for two Reds players. According to La Repubblica, Antonio Conte is keen on bringing both Darwin Nunez and Federico Chiesa to...
Florian Wirtz to Liverpool: A Move of Purpose, Not Panic
This is an abridged version; the full article is available on our 'It Was Always... Liverpool' Substack page:
Smart Recruitment in a Noisy Market
In an era when transfer windows are often defined by noise and spectacle, Liverpool have opted for precision. Their move for Florian Wirtz,...