Mo Salah Chases Major Milestone as Liverpool Target European Progress
Liverpool return to European action on Wednesday night with PSV Eindhoven arriving at Anfield for a fixture that carries significance both in the league phase and in the club’s broader continental history. With three wins from their opening four Champions League matches, the Reds approach...
Van Dijk hints at international farewell after record-breaking Netherlands appearance
Virgil van Dijk has given the clearest signal yet that his time with the Netherlands national team could be nearing its end. Following his record-breaking 72nd match as captain, the Liverpool defender delivered an emotional speech that felt every bit like a farewell moment, even...
Liverpool Predicted Line-Up vs Man City: Slot Faces Key Decisions for Etihad Clash
Liverpool travel to the Etihad Stadium on Sunday afternoon for one of the defining fixtures of the Premier League season, as Arne Slot’s side prepare to face Manchester City. With both clubs in strong form and separated by fine margins at the...
Hackett Backs Hooper Over Gakpo Penalty Controversy
Former refereeing chief Keith Hackett has supported Simon Hooper’s decision to deny Liverpool a first-half penalty during their defeat at Brentford, insisting there was “no clear evidence” of contact involving Cody Gakpo.
The moment arrived at a critical point in the match, as Liverpool sought a response to Brentford’s...
Cody Gakpo on adapting to change at Liverpool
Cody Gakpo believes Liverpool will “find a way forward” as Arne Slot’s reshaped side adapts to life after a summer of significant change. Speaking to Premier League Productions, the Dutch forward reflected on the evolution of the squad and his ambitions for the season, as the Reds...
Liverpool’s Gakpo Speaks Out After Chelsea Defeat: “We Played a Little Better”
Liverpool’s frustrating evening at Stamford Bridge ended in heartbreak as Estevão Willian’s stoppage-time strike sealed a dramatic 2-1 win for Chelsea. For Cody Gakpo, who had pulled Liverpool level midway through the second half, the result was “hard to take” after a performance...
Gakpo’s New Deal Highlights Slot’s Faith Amid Summer Transfer Tensions
Cody Gakpo admits he came close to a move away from Anfield this summer, with Bayern Munich showing firm interest before opting for a different direction. Yet, as the transfer window dust settles, Liverpool supporters may well consider his contract extension as one of the...
Gakpo shines under Slot but credits family for footballing roots
Since arriving at Liverpool, Cody Gakpo has been on a steady trajectory of development. Initially introduced into the fold under Jürgen Klopp, the Dutch forward has found his rhythm under new head coach Arne Slot, adapting well to changes in both tactics and temperament.
Now a...
Ekitike’s Arrival Adds Power, Purpose and Positional Flexibility to Liverpool
French forward adds cutting edge to attacking unit
Liverpool do not wait around. When they identify a need, they act. The club is now on the verge of announcing Hugo Ekitike as their latest summer signing, with the Frenchman undergoing a medical in London ahead of...
Liverpool’s Preston Return Will Be Anything But Routine
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Grief still close to the surface
Liverpool’s visit to Deepdale on Sunday will be more than a pre-season fixture. For the first time since the tragic death of Diogo Jota...
