Anfield Index

Journalist: Don’t rule out Liverpool in the race for World Cup star

Liverpool's Interest in Ayyoub Bouaddi Faces Growing Manchester City Challenge Liverpool's search for midfield reinforcements has produced no shortage of names this summer, but few possess the potential of Lille teenager Ayyoub Bouaddi. The 18-year-old has enjoyed a remarkable rise, and following an impressive World Cup, competition for his signature appears to be intensifying. On the...

“Business as usual” – David Lynch reacts to the exit of Michael Edwards

Michael Edwards' Liverpool Exit Should Not Cause Panic, But It Raises Bigger Questions Michael Edwards' departure has inevitably prompted fresh debate about Liverpool's direction behind the scenes. For many supporters, his name remains synonymous with some of the club's smartest recruitment decisions and most successful modern era. Yet, speaking on Media Matters for Anfield Index, Eddie...

Liverpool transfer U-turn could be complete after Andoni Iraola hint

Could Andoni Iraola Yet Convince Curtis Jones to Stay at Liverpool? Curtis Jones looked destined to leave Liverpool only a few weeks ago. Contract negotiations had stalled, interest from Inter continued to circulate and, after falling down the pecking order last season, an exit appeared increasingly likely. Yet one section of Andoni Iraola's first press conference...

Journalist: Liverpool are ‘leading contenders’ to finally sign Mo Salah replacement

Liverpool's Search for Mohamed Salah's Successor Has Entered a Defining Phase Replacing Mohamed Salah was always going to be Liverpool's biggest challenge this summer. On the latest edition of Media Matters from Anfield Index, Eddie Gibbs and Liverpool journalist David Lynch discussed exactly where Liverpool now stand after missing out on Yan Diomande, and why Bradley...

Andoni Iraola has already made a promise that could reignite Anfield

How Andoni Iraola Must Reignite Anfield to Give Liverpool Their Identity Back Liverpool supporters have spent the summer debating transfers, recruitment and squad planning, yet one of the most interesting conversations around Andoni Iraola's arrival had nothing to do with new signings. Speaking on Media Matters for Anfield Index, Eddie Gibbs and Liverpool journalist David...

David Lynch: Andoni Iraola Has Already Shown Liverpool What Was Missing Under Arne Slot

Andoni Iraola Press Conference Reveals Early Leadership Traits Liverpool Fans Wanted to See Liverpool supporters have waited patiently to hear from new head coach Andoni Iraola, and if first impressions matter, then his opening press conference has already provided reasons for optimism. Speaking on Media Matters for Anfield Index, Liverpool journalist David Lynch joined Eddie Gibbs...

Sky Germany: Liverpool dealt potential transfer blow as forward opens the door to Bundesliga move

Said El Mala transfer latest as Liverpool keep options open in winger search Liverpool need wide forwards. That part is obvious. Mohamed Salah has gone, the squad is being rebuilt under Andoni Iraola and recruitment now looks like the decisive part of the summer. One of the names in the mix is Said El Mala,...

“It’s a problem area” – Lewis Steele drops hint over potential Liverpool plan

Liverpool’s Right-Back Question Still Needs a Summer Answer Liverpool’s transfer window may still be quiet, but the right-back issue remains one of the clearest squad questions facing Andoni Iraola. On Anfield Index, Trev Downey and Lewis Steele discussed the position, the links to Andrei Ratiu, the wider market and whether Liverpool are likely to move...

Journalist: Liverpool ready to move for forward despite £127m price tag

Bradley Barcola Debate Shows Scale of Liverpool’s Summer Decision Liverpool’s reported interest in PSG forward Bradley Barcola has become one of the more revealing transfer discussions of the summer. On Anfield Index, Trev Downey and Lewis Steele looked at the cost, the need, the tactical fit and the wider question of ambition under Andoni Iraola. https://youtube.com/live/1glvKIzSUXE Barcola...

“He could be one” – Lewis Steele provides update on Liverpool’s midfield transfer plans

Adam Wharton Interest Shows Liverpool’s Midfield Search Is Still Alive Liverpool’s interest in Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton remains one of those transfer stories that refuses to fully disappear. On Anfield Index, Trev Downey asked Lewis Steele about Wharton, Harvey Elliott and whether anything had shifted around a possible midfield move. https://youtube.com/live/1glvKIzSUXE Wharton Deal Remains Quiet Downey framed...