Centre-backs

Liverpool Urged to Sign Two Centre-Backs This Summer Liverpool’s defence has often been the backbone of their success, especially with figures like Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konaté at the heart of it. However, with the departure of Jarell Quansah to Bayer Leverkusen earlier this summer, the Reds are in dire need of bolstering their...

Slot Confident in Existing Defensive Cover Liverpool manager Arne Slot has played down suggestions that the club will be forced into the transfer market to reinforce their centre-back options ahead of the new season. Concerns were raised after the squad travelled to Asia with only two senior centre-backs available for selection. The issue was compounded by...

Liverpool Centre Backs: Scouting the Future Through Another Podcast As Liverpool prepare for a crucial summer under Arne Slot, the need for fresh blood at centre back is drawing sharp focus. In the latest episode of Another Podcast from Anfield Index Pro, Dave Hendrick broke down a list of 20 potential defensive recruits, separating them...

Virgil van Dijk and Real Madrid: Why Los Blancos Rejected the Liverpool Star Real Madrid have reportedly turned down an intriguing proposal to sign one of Europe’s finest defenders, Virgil van Dijk, according to Relevo. Despite the Dutchman’s immense reputation and consistent performances for Liverpool, Madrid’s decision appears rooted in their long-term defensive planning. So,...

The Unspoken Jurgen Klopp Rule Under the German, Liverpool shied away from entering the South American market. Despite the Reds having a strong scouting base in South America, the club never directly brought players into the first team from the region. The Reds had tracked down the likes of Rodrygo, Darwin Nunez and Luis Diaz at...

Van Dijk and Konaté: The Best Defensive Duo in World Football I’d actually sell a kidney to keep them fit all season. Liverpool’s defensive solidity in the Premier League has been nothing short of impressive this season, and much of that is down to the centre-back pairing of Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konaté. Their...

Van Dijk's Excitement New Liverpool Era Liverpool's captain, Virgil van Dijk, recently shared his thoughts on the dawn of a new era at the club during an interview with McDonald's Fun Football. The conversation, peppered with insights from the towering defender, highlights his excitement and commitment as Liverpool gears up for the season ahead. Alongside...

Sepp Van den Berg: Rising Defensive Talent for Liverpool Liverpool supporters might not have seen much of 22-year-old defender Sepp Van den Berg since his arrival in 2019, but is it time to part ways with this promising youngster? Early Career and Loan Spells Since joining from PEC Zwolle, the Dutch under-21 international has made only four...

Navigating the Future: Liverpool's Strategy with Sepp van den Berg Liverpool have set a £20 million valuation on Dutch defender Sepp van den Berg, indicating a strategic approach as they navigate the player's future under the guidance of new head coach, Arne Slot. This valuation highlights Liverpool's assessment of the player's development and potential, particularly...

Ibou Konate: The Unsung Hero of Liverpool's Defence How can you not love Ibou? In the realm of football, where the spotlight often shines on the most flamboyant players and the biggest names, it's easy to overlook the silent warriors who form the backbone of any successful team. Liverpool's defensive prowess this season has been...