Anfield Index

David Lynch delivers the latest on Bradley Barcola, with talks continuing and Liverpool increasingly expected to land the PSG winger. Ibrahim Mbaye’s situation is less certain, while Cody Gakpo’s potential move to Spurs could depend on Liverpool completing their incoming business. Plus, the significance of Liverpool’s new investment and the potential route towards a full ownership change. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave Davis and David Lynch react to Liverpool’s final pre-season outings, with Jeremy Jacquet producing a superb performance against Como and Rolando Araujo making an encouraging start. They also assess Jeremy Frimpong at right-back, Cody Gakpo’s quality and what Andoni Iraola has changed ahead of the new Premier League season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Liverpool have just two weeks remaining in the transfer window — and the pressure is building to get deals done. On the latest Newsround with Dave Davis, Dave dives into the growing expectation surrounding Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye, with Liverpool continuing to pursue both PSG attackers. Mbaye is reportedly attracted by the Liverpool project and talks have taken place with his representative Jorge Mendes, but PSG's valuation remains a major obstacle. Barcola's situation could also accelerate, leaving Liverpool facing potentially decisive negotiations with the French champions. There's movement in the opposite direction too. Curtis Jones' proposed move to Inter is gathering momentum, with the midfielder keen on the switch and Inter expected to push again. Dave looks at why a move could now suit everyone involved and why Jones' desire for a bigger role should come as no surprise. Meanwhile, Stefan Bajcetic is attracting interest from Getafe, while several youngsters could head out on loan as Liverpool attempt to reshape the squad before the September 1 deadline. Dave also reflects on Liverpool's final pre-season action, including an outstanding first appearance from Jeremy Jacquet, another encouraging performance from Ronald Araujo and perhaps the biggest surprise of all — Jeremy Frimpong looking increasingly comfortable at right-back. With Barcola and Mbaye potentially arriving, Jones heading towards Inter and decisions still required over Harvey Elliott, Federico Chiesa and Lewis Koumas, Liverpool have plenty to resolve. Two weeks. Multiple transfers. Liverpool's window is finally approaching crunch time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pre-season is officially over — and now Liverpool's attention turns towards what could be a massive final phase of the transfer window. On the latest Newsround with Dave Davis, Dave reacts to Liverpool ending their preparations with a victory and a clean sheet, with Jeremy Jacquet producing an outstanding 45-minute debut, Ronald Araújo looking composed alongside Virgil van Dijk and Jeremy Frimpong delivering arguably his most encouraging performance yet at right-back. With Newcastle now just days away, is Liverpool's opening-day XI beginning to take shape? There were also encouraging signs from Trey Nyoni and Victor Muñoz, while Cody Gakpo responded to the continued speculation over his future with a goal and an assist. But questions remain over Liverpool's attack, the balance of the midfield and which members of the current squad could still depart before the window closes. Then comes the big transfer story. Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye were both left off PSG's match sheet, with reports discussed on the show indicating both wingers could be heading for the exit and Liverpool remain interested in signing them. With PSG strengthening their attacking options and Luis Enrique refusing to clarify Barcola's situation until after the transfer window, are we finally approaching the breakthrough Liverpool supporters have been waiting for? Dave breaks down why the latest developments feel significant, the expectation that Liverpool's pursuit of Barcola could now accelerate and whether a sensational Barcola-Mbaye double move could become reality. Pre-season is finished. Newcastle awaits. Now Liverpool need to get their transfer business done. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gags and Lola are re-united as they cover everything off of from the game and look ahead to the rest of the transfer window as well as the brand new season ahead which is getting a little more exciting! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Liverpool rounded off their pre-season double header against Como with a 2-0 win at Anfield. Goals from Cody Gakpo and debutant Jeremy Jacquet secured the victory for Andoni Iraola's side. And, according to Reds reporter David Lynch, they were two of the better performers alongside Jeremie Frimpong and Ronald Araujo. Check out this analysis of another encouraging performance ahead of the new season started and don't forget to leave your thoughts below. For more Liverpool news, make sure you like and subscribe, and don't forget to follow David on X, TikTok, Facebook and Bluesky @davidlynchlfc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave Davis looks at all the Liverpool FC latest with focus on: •⁠ ⁠⁠Clues from early kick off into 6pm game and Newcastle, as Mac Allister questioned Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guy Drinkel looks at the latest Liverpool related news & gossip. He looks at the 11:30 game against Como before looking ahead to the evening game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave Davis looks at all the Liverpool FC latest with focus on: •⁠ ⁠Romano claiming confidence on Barcola for next week, him and Mbaye named in PSG squad for tonight •⁠ ⁠⁠Clues from early kick off into 6pm game and Newcastle, as Mac Allister questioned Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Under Pressure team assess Liverpool’s prospects for the new Premier League season, with genuine concern over the squad’s depth, midfield reliability and the gap between the Reds’ best XI and their alternatives. Ryan Gravenberch and Alexis Mac Allister come under particular scrutiny, while the panel debates whether Liverpool can realistically challenge Arsenal and Manchester City or are facing a battle simply to secure Champions League football. There is also a full state of the nation on Liverpool’s rivals, including Manchester United’s recruitment, Xabi Alonso’s Chelsea, Manchester City’s post Guardiola era and why Arsenal may now have the most complete and dependable squad in the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Under Pressure team dives into the key statistical trends Liverpool must reverse ahead of the new season, from their alarming set piece record and poor duel numbers to a lack of intensity and effective chance creation. The panel also explores how new Premier League rule changes could reshape set pieces, before looking at the numbers Andoni Iraola’s Liverpool will need to hit, including improved threat conversion, more aggressive pressing and significantly greater high intensity running. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Under Pressure team return for the new season with a data driven assessment of whether Liverpool’s squad is genuinely ready for the demands of 2026/27. Dan Kennett, Simon Brundish, Hamzah Khalique Loonat and the team examine squad availability, injury risk and the workload facing Liverpool’s young players, with particular focus on Rio Ngumoha, Giovanni Leoni and Trey Nyoni. Attention then turns to Alexander Isak, the lack of reliable striker depth and how Liverpool replace the huge volume of goals and minutes previously supplied by Mohamed Salah. There is also a fascinating look at the challenges facing Andoni Iraola, from keeping his squad fit to managing rotation and developing Liverpool against low blocks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guy Drinkel looks at the latest Liverpool related news & gossip. He looks at some quotes from Carragher on the midfield, and also some comments from Luis Enrique hinting at potential departures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Liverpool 26/27 - a New Hope. The Liverbirds are back to chew over an interesting, if mixed pre-season, limited transfer activity so far and the first team squad still reassembling folliwing the world cup. Gae, Randi & Amy Kate consider the openung 5 fixtures of the new season, the potential incoming investment and theres an honourable mention for Might Mouse himself King Kev. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Liverpool's transfer window could finally be approaching its decisive phase — with Cody Gakpo's future potentially holding the key to a major attacking reshuffle. On the latest Newsround with Dave Davis, Dave breaks down growing reports from the Netherlands that Gakpo is open to joining Tottenham after speaking with Roberto De Zerbi. With Spurs expected to return after an opening bid was reportedly rejected, what price would convince Liverpool to sell — and could his departure unlock moves for Bradley Barcola AND Ibrahim Mbaye? Liverpool's interest in the PSG pair continues to dominate the agenda. Reports from France suggest the Reds are among the most active clubs pursuing Mbaye and could make an offer, while Barcola remains the priority and talks with PSG continue. With PSG completing more attacking business of their own, Dave asks whether the pieces are finally falling into place for Liverpool's long-awaited winger moves. There's also the latest on Curtis Jones, with Inter expected to make their move following developments surrounding Nicolò Bertese. But would Liverpool actually replace Jones in the market, or could Trey Nyoni simply inherit those midfield minutes? The midfield remains a major concern, particularly with little indication that Liverpool will add the defensive No.6 many supporters want. And despite links elsewhere involving former Red Jarell Quansah, Dave questions whether any further defensive reinforcement is likely without another departure. Meanwhile, the implications of FSG's minority stake sale to 1892 Holdings continue to develop, with Amit Bhatia set to become vice-chairman and new representatives joining Liverpool's board. The biggest long-term question remains whether this is simply an investment — or the first stage towards an eventual change of control. With just 17 days of the transfer window remaining and Liverpool's Premier League opener rapidly approaching, the waiting game can't continue forever. Gakpo, Barcola, Mbaye and Jones could be about to trigger Liverpool's transfer endgame. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Liverpool's pursuit of Bradley Barcola could be approaching a decisive stage as PSG's transfer business begins to fall into place. On the latest Newsround with Dave Davis, Dave examines a potentially huge few days in Liverpool's transfer window following PSG's moves for Ferran Torres and Mika Godts. With Liverpool and PSG continuing discussions over Barcola, reports in France suggest the Reds could soon return with a fresh proposal as they attempt to bridge the gap in valuation. Could Barcola even arrive in time to feature against Newcastle? Dave also dives into Liverpool's continued interest in Ibrahim Mbaye, with reports suggesting an opening offer could be coming. With Cody Gakpo's proposed move to Tottenham still developing, the possibility remains that Liverpool could add two new wingers before the window shuts. Away from transfers, there's potentially enormous news surrounding the club's future. FSG have confirmed a strategic minority investment from 1892 Holdings, with Amit Bhatia becoming Liverpool vice-chairman and three new representatives joining the board. Dave looks beyond the official announcement to the fascinating reports that the agreement could contain a mechanism allowing the consortium to pursue a controlling stake within the next 12 months at an $8 billion valuation. What could that mean for FSG's long-term future, how much influence will Liverpool's new investors really have, and why is it right for supporters to demand clarity over their intentions? Plus, Dave looks ahead to Liverpool's final pre-season preparations, Iraola's comments on Alexander Isak, the importance of Alexis Mac Allister's return and what Liverpool need to show before the competitive action begins. Transfers moving, new investors arriving and the season about to start — Liverpool could be heading into a massive week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices