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Names that could reshape Liverpool’s backline

Four Centre-Backs Liverpool Should Seriously Consider This Summer Liverpool have taken swift action in strengthening wide areas of the pitch ahead of the 2025/26 season. But as highlighted brilliantly by William Comish for Anfield Watch, there's one glaring gap yet to be addressed — centre-back. Given how crucial this role is in any title push,...

Paul Joyce: Dutch Legend to Join Arne Slot’s Backroom Staff at Liverpool

Giovanni van Bronckhorst to Join Arne Slot’s Inner Circle at Liverpool Liverpool’s meticulous rebuild under Arne Slot continues with another key appointment as Giovanni van Bronckhorst is set to join the Premier League champions' backroom staff. As reported by Paul Joyce of The Times, the Dutchman will step in to replace John Heitinga, who recently...

“He Would Have Loved to go to Liverpool” – Former Star Out of the Running to Become Arne Slot’s Assistant Manager

Dirk Kuyt’s Future Lies Away from Arne Slot’s Liverpool Revolution As Liverpool build on their Premier League title-winning campaign under Arne Slot, attention has shifted to matters beyond the pitch. While the club’s football has dazzled under the Dutchman’s guidance, the quiet restructuring behind the scenes may prove equally decisive in sustaining success. One prominent...

Liverpool Set to Battle Chelsea in the Race to Sign £42m Defender – Report

Liverpool Step Up Interest in Jorrel Hato Amid Premier League Competition Liverpool’s interest in bolstering their defensive ranks has taken another twist following the failed pursuit of Dean Huijsen, now bound for Real Madrid. According to CaughtOffside, the Reds are set to “put pressure on” Premier League rivals as they turn their attention towards Ajax’s...

Reds star opens up on impact of backroom departure at Anfield

Gravenberch left disappointed by Heitinga’s Liverpool exit amid Dutch transition Gravenberch voices admiration as Heitinga departs Liverpool Ryan Gravenberch has expressed his disappointment following the departure of assistant coach John Heitinga, a figure who played a quietly influential role behind the scenes at Liverpool during a season of domestic triumph. While Liverpool’s 2024-25 campaign will be remembered...

Ajax Eyeing Move to Sign Liverpool Youngster in Summer Loan Move – Report

Ajax Target Liverpool Goalkeeper Vitezslav Jaros in Summer Loan Move Ajax’s hunt for a new number one has brought them to Merseyside, with Liverpool’s 23-year-old goalkeeper Vitezslav Jaros emerging as a leading candidate. According to VI.nl, the Czech stopper has a clear connection to John Heitinga, Ajax's current coach, who previously worked with him during...

Revealed: Who Liverpool Could Face in the Champions League Next Season

Liverpool’s Champions League Opponents Taking Shape for 2025/26 Europe’s Elite Gather Again Liverpool’s quest to reclaim their European crown begins with a clear view of their likely opposition. The Reds, under the guidance of Arne Slot, are already preparing for the return of Champions League football next season, with the landscape of Europe’s elite beginning to...

Former Liverpool assistant lands managerial role

Vitor Matos Secures New Job at Maritimo Amid Liverpool Shake-Up Matos begins senior management journey in Portugal Liverpool’s backroom overhaul has taken another turn as former Elite Development Coach Vitor Matos lands a first-team coaching role at Maritimo, marking his first move into senior management. The 36-year-old Portuguese coach will take the reins at the Liga...

Agent: Liverpool wanted to keep Heitinga but Ajax job too tempting

Liverpool’s Coaching Puzzle: Heitinga Exit Sparks Backroom Rebuild Coaching Ambitions Take Centre Stage As Liverpool brace for a summer of seismic squad changes, the departure of Johnny Heitinga is one of the more understated but significant moves. The Dutchman is set to take over as Ajax head coach, returning to his boyhood club after just one...

Liverpool Target Former Allies and Fan Favourite for Assistant Role

Liverpool Begin Search to Replace Departing Heitinga After Ajax Move Coaching Carousel Continues at Anfield Liverpool are preparing for another backroom reshuffle after confirming that assistant coach John Heitinga is set to leave the club and take over as Ajax’s new head coach, suggest reports from The Echo. Heitinga, who joined Arne Slot’s coaching team just...