James Pearce

Long Term Plan in Place for “Technically Gifted” Liverpool Star

Liverpool’s Patience with Stefan Bajcetic Reflects Long-Term Plan Liverpool’s medical and coaching staff are taking a cautious, long-term view with midfielder Stefan Bajcetic, who continues his recovery from a significant hamstring injury. According to James Pearce, the club opted against loaning out the 20-year-old during the summer, preferring to keep him at Kirkby where his...

James Pearce urges Liverpool not to panic after worrying performances

Liverpool urged to stay calm as Slot navigates early challenges Context over crisis Perspective is often the first casualty of modern football. One defeat feels like the end of an era, two mean the walls are closing in, and three become the cue for full-scale panic. Yet, as James Pearce in The Athletic outlined, the last...

Journalist Unpacks Arne Slot’s ‘biggest test’ as Liverpool falter

Arne Slot Faces His Defining Liverpool Test After Difficult Run Slot’s Revolution Stalls at a Crucial Juncture For Arne Slot, the timing of Liverpool’s current slump could hardly feel more precarious. Three consecutive defeats, for the first time in his managerial career, have stripped away the gloss from what began as an ambitious second season. The...

James Pearce: Liverpool star’s future is ‘unclear’ after recent talks

Konate Contract Talks Highlight Liverpool’s Defensive Concerns Liverpool’s defensive depth has again come under scrutiny, with James Pearce of The Athletic providing insight into the future of Ibrahima Konate. The French centre-back, now 26, finds himself in the final year of his deal at Anfield, and the uncertainty surrounding his situation could shape the club’s...

“I can confirm” – Fabrizio Romano provides worrying Liverpool transfer update

Liverpool face major decision as Fabrizio Romano updates on Ibrahima Konate Liverpool are once again confronted with a familiar storyline, a key player entering the final stretch of his contract and Europe’s biggest clubs hovering. This time it is Ibrahima Konate, who, like Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold a year ago, finds...

Liverpool talent may leave this summer despite Slot’s praise

Stefan Bajcetic Faces Uncertain Future Despite Summer Promise Loan Lessons for Bajcetic Stefan Bajcetic's 2024/25 campaign was designed to be a stepping stone, a calculated development move for a young midfielder once heralded as Liverpool’s next midfield metronome. Instead, the Spaniard’s journey across two loan clubs — Salzburg and Las Palmas — has left more questions...

Arne Slot Reveals Which Game Really Made the Liverpool Players Trust Him

Arne Slot’s Title-Winning Debut Season: Calmness, Clarity and Total Control Arne Slot’s sit-down with The Athletic’s James Pearce offers a fascinating insight into how Liverpool’s new era didn’t just begin smoothly, it exploded into life. The Dutchman’s first campaign could have been overshadowed by the emotional departure of Jurgen Klopp. Instead, it has been one...

James Pearce: Bradley Backed, Frimpong Lands – Liverpool Transfer Update

Liverpool’s Summer Rebuild Begins with Purpose and Precision Momentum from a Position of Power Liverpool's late-season drift—three matches, one point, eight goals conceded—might once have caused anxiety. Not this time. A 12-point cushion atop the Premier League is more than enough insulation. Arne Slot has wisely chosen to rest key players and test fringe options rather...

James Pearce: Jeremie Frimpong’s Arrival Could See £30m Liverpool Star Leave

Liverpool’s Summer Shake-Up: What Jeremie Frimpong’s Arrival Could Mean for Ben Doak and More With the summer transfer window looming, Liverpool’s early moves are already making waves. One of the most talked-about potential arrivals is Jeremie Frimpong—a dynamic, attack-minded right-back whose skillset extends far beyond defensive duties. Frimpong’s imminent move is not just about replacing Trent...

Two European Giants are Leading the Race to Sign £70m Liverpool Star – Journalist

Darwin Nunez Transfer Latest: Atletico Madrid and Inter Milan Circle as Liverpool Open Exit Door Darwin Nunez’s Liverpool journey appears to be nearing its conclusion, with top European clubs circling as the summer window approaches. Despite the Uruguayan striker’s potential and work rate, Liverpool are reportedly open to offers—marking a significant shift in stance after...