Richards pinpoints tactical imbalance
Former Manchester City defender Micah Richards has highlighted one major issue behind Liverpool’s struggles — a midfield imbalance that’s leaving Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konate increasingly isolated.
Speaking on The Rest Is Football podcast, Richards was candid in his assessment of the Reds’ decline: “Van Dijk needs help. In previous seasons...
Alan Pardew delivers blunt verdict on Milos Kerkez’s difficult Liverpool start
Former Premier League manager Alan Pardew has questioned Milos Kerkez’s early-season form at Liverpool, suggesting the young full-back is struggling to adapt to life at Anfield following his high-profile move from Bournemouth.
Kerkez’s tough transition to Liverpool
Signed in the summer for a reported £40 million,...
Konate edges closer to Real Madrid switch as Liverpool contract talks collapse
Liverpool face another defensive dilemma as Ibrahima Konate looks increasingly likely to leave Anfield, with Real Madrid now emerging as his preferred destination. The France international, whose current deal expires in 2026, has reportedly informed the club that he will not be signing...
Liverpool considering Bundesliga star Nico Schlotterbeck for January move
Liverpool are preparing for potential reinforcements in the upcoming January transfer window, with Borussia Dortmund defender Nico Schlotterbeck emerging as a leading target. The German international, who has been one of the standout defenders in the Bundesliga this season, has attracted serious interest from Anfield as...
Brentford 3 - 2 Liverpool – PL Postmortem
With Liverpool hoping the midweek rout in Germany would spark a return to domestic form, that optimism was quickly dismantled by a Brentford side that looked sharper, stronger, and far more cohesive. In a contest that exposed the fragility of the reigning champions, Arne Slot’s side looked...
Brentford 3 - 2 Liverpool - PL Player Ratings
The Premier League’s return after a scintillating 1-5 win in Germany saw the Reds travel to the Capital where a workmanlike Brentford hosted the reigning champions.
The lineup and subsequent ratings are listed below.
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Giorgi Mamardashvili - 6.0
The giant Georgian stopper was unable to use the ball intelligently...
Liverpool Seek Momentum at Brentford
Liverpool return to Premier League duty in west London tonight, aiming to carry their European spark into domestic form. An emphatic 5,1 win over Eintracht Frankfurt in midweek halted a run of four straight defeats across all competitions, offering a timely lift as October draws to a close.
The journey to...
Liverpool Left Side Debate Continues Under Slot
Liverpool supporters have become accustomed to healthy competition for places, yet few positions carry as much current scrutiny as the left side of defence. Milos Kerkez has been Arne Slot’s preferred choice at left back since his summer arrival, with Andy Robertson often watching on from the sidelines....
Liverpool Defence Under Spotlight After Keane's Verdict
Liverpool may have delivered an emphatic 5,1 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt in the Champions League, however questions continue to hover over their defence. Roy Keane has been particularly vocal about the Reds challenges at the back, offering a firm assessment of what he considers the club's main obstacle...
Liverpool Transfer Thinking Shows Clear Defensive Priority
Liverpool enter the winter months in a strong position under Arne Slot, and last season's title success has only raised expectations. However, there is a growing acceptance among supporters and analysts that the next step in this team's evolution requires smart defensive recruitment. Credit goes to David Lynch...
