Anfield Index

Davis: “He was far better defensive wise” – Frimpong exceeds expectations

Frimpong Impresses and Kerkez Struggles in Liverpool v Bournemouth Clash Frimpong’s Physical Output Catches the Eye Liverpool’s 4–2 victory over Bournemouth on the opening day of the Premier League season provided plenty of discussion points on Anfield Index’s Positional Play podcast. Hosts Dave Davis and Dr Phil Barter focused in detail on debutants, tactics and the...

Dr Barter on Wirtz: “ He created the most threat on his Liverpool debut”

Florian Wirtz Shines in Liverpool Win Over Bournemouth Individual Brilliance Fuels Liverpool’s Opening Day Victory Liverpool’s 4–2 win against Bournemouth marked a promising start to the Premier League season under Arne Slot. The latest Positional Play podcast on Anfield Index, hosted by Dave Davis and Dr Phil Barter, dissected the game in forensic detail, focusing on...

Liverpool Future Secured for Chiesa Following Talks with Arne Slot

Federico Chiesa’s Liverpool Revival and Arne Slot’s Belief Federico Chiesa’s Liverpool story looked destined to be brief. With just 466 minutes played in his debut campaign and constant links back to Serie A, the Italian appeared set to depart Anfield after only a year. Yet as reported by La Gazzetta dello Sport, his fortunes have...

Report: Eddie Howe open to Isak exit as Liverpool wait in the wings

Alexander Isak Transfer Standoff Could Spark Liverpool Opportunity DaveOCKOP have revealed that Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe is now “open to the idea of Alexander Isak leaving” following a tense standoff with the Swedish striker. Isak, 25, has made it clear he will “never pull on the black-and-white shirt again if forced to stay beyond...

Craig Hope: Alexander Isak is on ‘Strike’ with Second Liverpool Bid Expected

Liverpool Push for Alexander Isak Amid Newcastle Strike Standoff Credit to Craig Hope of The Daily Mail for revealing the full extent of Alexander Isak’s situation at Newcastle United, a saga now dominating the Premier League headlines and Liverpool’s summer strategy. The Swedish striker has taken the extraordinary step of refusing to train with Eddie...

Transfer Market Metrics on two centre-backs targeted by Liverpool

Liverpool Step Up Pursuit of Marc Guehi and Giovanni Leoni Liverpool are actively pushing forward in talks for two central defenders, with Marc Guehi of Crystal Palace and Giovanni Leoni of Parma emerging as priority targets. The latest episode of Transfer Market Metrics from Anfield Index, featuring Dave Davis and Phil Barter, offered a detailed...

Arsenal Legend Claims Liverpool Have a Weakness Ahead of Premier League Opener

Liverpool’s Defensive Balancing Act After Summer Changes Liverpool head into the new campaign as reigning Premier League champions under Arne Slot, but questions remain over their defensive depth despite an ambitious summer rebuild. The departure of Jarell Quansah to Bayer Leverkusen in a £35 million deal has left just three senior centre-backs in Virgil van...

Arsenal Legend Claims Liverpool Have a Weakness Ahead of Premier League Opener

Liverpool’s Defensive Balancing Act After Summer Changes Liverpool head into the new campaign as reigning Premier League champions under Arne Slot, but questions remain over their defensive depth despite an ambitious summer rebuild. The departure of Jarell Quansah to Bayer Leverkusen in a £35 million deal has left just three senior centre-backs in Virgil van...

Fabrizio Romano Reveals Liverpool Still Determined to Sign Alexander Isak

Liverpool Ready to Push Again for Alexander Isak Liverpool’s transfer window has been productive, but one pursuit has been in the spotlight more than any other. Arne Slot’s side have made no secret of their admiration for Alexander Isak, the 25-year-old Newcastle United forward who has become the club’s top target to lead the next...

David Lynch Heaps Praise on ‘Phenomenal’ Liverpool Star After Defeat to Crystal Palace

Hugo Ekitike: Liverpool's New Hope and the Future of their Forward Line Liverpool's 2-2 draw with Crystal Palace in the FA Community Shield was filled with action, but it was Hugo Ekitike’s performance that really caught the eye. Despite Palace winning 3-2 on penalties, there were significant takeaways from the game, especially surrounding Ekitike’s potential....