Anfield Index

Journalist: Liverpool facing another huge contract decision

David Lynch Makes Virgil van Dijk Contract Feel Clear for Liverpool Virgil van Dijk’s Liverpool future is becoming one of the first significant decisions awaiting Julian Ward following his appointment as sporting director, and David Lynch sees little reason for the club to contemplate losing their captain. Speaking to Dave Davis on Anfield Index’s Media Matters...

Liverpool star is still facing ‘big questions’ after recent performances – Journalist

David Lynch Raises Florian Wirtz Concern as Liverpool Search for Answers Florian Wirtz remains one of the central questions surrounding Liverpool’s early months under Andoni Iraola, with David Lynch admitting he expected more from the German midfielder during the opening weeks of the Premier League season. Speaking to Dave Davis on Anfield Index’s Media Matters podcast,...

Journalist calls for Manchester City to be kicked out of the Premier League in bold claim

David Lynch Calls for Manchester City Expulsion After Reported 114 Charge Verdict Manchester City’s long-running financial case has reached a potentially defining moment for the Premier League, and David Lynch believes the consequences should be severe. Speaking to Dave Davis on Anfield Index’s Media Matters podcast, Lynch discussed reports that Manchester City had been found guilty...

Why Isak’s next Liverpool improvement could happen outside the penalty area

Alexander Isak delivers Liverpool’s decisive moments Alexander Isak can change the meaning of a performance in a few seconds. A match that has offered little encouragement suddenly becomes a victory, and an otherwise quiet afternoon acquires a decisive contribution. That was the value Lewis Steele identified when discussing Liverpool’s win at Bournemouth with Dave Davis on...

Liverpool’s January priorities become clearer as Lewis Steele identifies midfield concern

Liverpool’s January transfer priorities should start with midfield and left-back Defensive midfield remains Liverpool’s central question Liverpool’s January transfer planning should begin with the areas that determine whether the team can function consistently. On the evidence discussed by Lewis Steele, defensive midfield belongs near the top of that list, with left-back also deserving scrutiny. Speaking with Dave...

Former Liverpool star and International manager suggests youngster can get even better

Lewis Koumas Rising Fast as Liverpool and Wales Embrace a Relentless New Attacker Lewis Koumas has wasted no time in forcing his way into the conversation at both club and international level. A player long regarded as one of Liverpool’s most gifted young attackers, he has returned from a series of testing loans with something...

Report: New Liverpool signing is impressing in every aspect

Jeremy Jacquet Is Already Showing Why Liverpool Spent £60m Liverpool spent £60million on Jeremy Jacquet knowing there was an element of projection involved. Seven appearances into his Liverpool career, that projection is beginning to look rather convincing. As detailed by Andy Jones for The Athletic, Jacquet arrived after a difficult period physically. A shoulder injury followed...

Lewis Steele offers insight into 1892 Holdings’ potential Liverpool role

Liverpool’s January plans could reveal 1892 Holdings’ growing influence The most consequential decisions in a transfer window often happen before a target becomes public. They concern responsibility, budgets and the people trusted to decide what a football club needs. For Liverpool, the ownership changes discussed on Anfield Index’s Media Matters could make those questions especially relevant...

Lewis Steele: Rio Ngumoha’s contract should be Julian Ward’s first priority

Rio Ngumoha contract should lead Julian Ward’s Liverpool priorities Rio Ngumoha offers Liverpool a future worth securing Some decisions at Liverpool demand a calculation about what a player has left to give. Others concern what he might become. Rio Ngumoha’s contract belongs firmly in the second category, which is why it deserves a prominent place on...

Exclusive: Liverpool title-winner defends star after recent criticism

Exclusive: Ray Houghton Defends Liverpool Star After Recent Criticism Last season was undoubtedly Dominik Szoboszlai's best campaign in a Liverpool shirt. The midfielder managed 13 goals and 12 assists across all competitions in a struggling side. As it stands, the 25-year-old looks set to become Liverpool's next captain as he prepares to step into the shoes...