Summer of 2023: Football's Financial Frenzy
In five years people will look back on the summer of 2023 and wonder what the hell was everyone thinking. More than £100 million for defensive midfielders? If Moises Caicedo is still playing for Chelsea in half a decade I’d be shocked. My best guess? He’ll be plying his...
Inside Liverpool's Training Ground Revolution: The "Melwood Arena"
In a bid to recreate the raw essence of "street" football, Liverpool's training ground has unveiled a fresh innovation: the "Melwood Arena". This state-of-the-art facility, situated at the AXA Training Centre, is designed to challenge players, pushing them to refine their skills in a unique environment.
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The Warning Signs Were There
"Don’t praise the day before the evening," a German saying, was the cautionary note from Jurgen Klopp after Liverpool's record-breaking £111million bid for Moises Caicedo. The euphoria of such a bold move quickly turned to despair as Liverpool faced setbacks in their transfer pursuits.
The Chelsea Conundrum
Liverpool's ambitions were thwarted not...
Gravenberch: The Bayern Prodigy
Ryan Gravenberch, the 21-year-old sensation from Bayern Munich, is reportedly considering his options. Despite joining the German giants from Ajax on a five-year deal just last year, his limited starts in the Bundesliga have left him yearning for more regular game time. With Bayern's midfield brimming with talent and the recent...
Thiago's Comeback to Anfield
Liverpool's midfield maestro, Thiago Alcantara, has made a much-anticipated return to full first-team training. This comes just in time as the Reds prepare to kick off their 2023/24 campaign in front of a brimming Anfield audience.
The Road to Recovery
Thiago's journey back to the training ground hasn't been without its challenges. After...
Wataru Endo: Liverpool's Latest Midfield Target
In the ever-evolving world of football, Liverpool Football Club seems to have pulled another rabbit out of the hat. The Merseyside giants are reportedly on the brink of securing the services of Wataru Endo, a name that might not ring a bell for many Premier League aficionados. But if...
Doucoure, Thuram, and the LFC Midfielder Search
In the heart of Merseyside, the clock is ticking. With the summer transfer window nearing its close, Liverpool's quest for a midfield maestro is becoming increasingly urgent. The Premier League opener at Chelsea was a testament to the Reds' resilience, but it also highlighted a glaring need: a...
The Opening Day
At the weekend we saw Curtis Jones begin the game as one of the Reds' substitutes, on the opening day of Liverpool’s 2023/24 Premier League campaign. The theory is that Jürgen Klopp preferred to have at least one central midfielder on the bench (with Harvey Elliott more of an attacking asset), in...
Meltdown Moment: Salah's Sulk & Klopp's Conundrum Ah, the grand stage of football, where grown men occasionally throw the toys out of their prams. A Sunday afternoon in the cauldron of Stamford Bridge, and who do we see having a bit of a strop? None other than Liverpool's golden boy, Mohamed Salah.  You've got to love...
Paul Tierney's Return to Anfield: Test of Waters Following Previous Drama
Paul Tierney’s Role in Liverpool’s Upcoming Game
Paul Tierney, the referee known for his previous heated interaction with Jurgen Klopp, has been designated as the VAR official for Liverpool’s forthcoming clash against Bournemouth. Notably, this marks his first involvement in a Liverpool match since that...
