John Aldridge

Liverpool’s 2025-26 Vision Echoes Glory Days of Late 80s

Liverpool’s Transfer Moves Stir Memories of 1987 This is an abridged version; the full article is available free on our 'It Was Always... Liverpool' Substack page: There’s a buzz around Liverpool right now. Not just because Arne Slot lifted the Premier League in his first season, which was remarkable in itself, but because of the way...

Tony Evans: Liverpool’s Radical Summer Feels Like 1987 All Over Again

Liverpool’s Summer Reset Signals a New Era This is an abridged version; the full article is available on our 'It Was Always... Liverpool' Substack page: Liverpool’s summer business is shaping up to be one of the most significant in decades. With Florian Wirtz finalising his move from Bayer Leverkusen, Jeremie Frimpong already announced and more signings...

Slot Urged By Liverpool Legend to Back Bradley Over Trent for Final Games

Why Arne Slot Must Embrace Ruthlessness at Right-Back It’s never easy to let go of a club icon, especially when he hails from your own city, wears the armband on occasion, and carries the echoes of past glories in every cross he delivers. But football, as we know too well, waits for no sentimental goodbyes....

Spurs and European Clubs Target Liverpool Goalkeeper Summer Transfer

Caoimhin Kelleher’s Future: Time to Leave Liverpool? Stellar Stand-In, But For How Long? Liverpool’s charge toward a historic 20th league title has been defined by the brilliance of its stars, with Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah leading the way. However, few have been more quietly influential than Caoimhin Kelleher, the Republic of Ireland international proving...

Aldo and Achterberg Discuss Goalkeeping Mastery and Memories

Aldo Meets John Achterberg: A Breakdown of Insights In a captivating episode of the "Aldo Meets" podcast, Liverpool legend John Aldridge sat down with John Achterberg, the club's long-serving goalkeeping coach. The discussion offered an insightful look into Achterberg's career, his philosophies, and some memorable moments from his time with the club. Journey and Philosophy John Achterberg,...

Lessons Learned: Liverpool vs Brighton 23/24

Liverpool's Hard-Fought Easter Victory: Key Takeaways from the 2-1 Triumph over Brighton Why do anything the easy way when you’re Liverpool eh?!?! For anyone at Anfield that thought they were going to enjoy a peaceful Easter Sunday, it only took a couple of minutes for the reds to confirm different. However, if everyone was being...

Liverpool Legends vs Ajax: Torres Makes Anfield Return

Fernando Torres: A Return to Anfield Glory In an exciting development for Liverpool fans, Fernando Torres is set to grace the hallowed turf of Anfield once more. The occasion? A match that pits the Liverpool FC Legends against their AFC Ajax counterparts, all in support of the LFC Foundation charity. This news, originally reported by...

Aldridge’s Take on Next Liverpool Boss

Heading into the Final Whistle: Xabi Alonso's Rising Star As the football season advances towards its climax, the whispers about the future of Liverpool's managerial seat grow louder, and a certain Spaniard's name is reverberating through the corridors of Anfield. The speculation is undeniable; the possibility of Xabi Alonso stepping into Jurgen Klopp's formidable shoes...

Sven-Goran Eriksson to Manage Liverpool Legends

Liverpool Welcomes Sven-Goran Eriksson to LFC Legends Charity Match In an exciting update from the heart of Anfield, Sven-Goran Eriksson is set to coach the Liverpool FC Legends against Ajax's Legends. This move brings together footballing greats and fans for a cause that reaches far beyond the pitch. A Stellar Line-up for a Noble Cause Liverpool's history...

LFC To-Do List: Delete Right-Back Required

Liverpool's Tactical Evolution: The Right-Back Revolution You can talk Amorim or Alonso and three or four at the back all you want, but surely Conor Bradley has ended one summer debate? Liverpool's current squad depth, particularly in the right-back position, is showcasing a level of strategic foresight that may redefine their transfer market moves this...