Liverpool Defence

Andoni Iraola provides Joe Gomez fitness update after Spurs win

Joe Gomez Return Gives Iraola Timely Liverpool Boost After Injury Layoff Joe Gomez’s evening against Tottenham Hotspur lasted only 45 minutes, but for Liverpool and Andoni Iraola, that was precisely the point. After spending the opening weeks of the season recovering from the injury he sustained during pre-season, Gomez returned to the starting line-up in Liverpool’s...

Report: Links to Barcelona defender make perfect sense

Alejandro Balde Liverpool links make sense amid left-back concerns Liverpool’s reported interest in Alejandro Balde fits an obvious area of squad uncertainty, but David Lynch has stressed that he cannot verify the link. Discussing the Barcelona left-back on Media Matters with David Lynch, the journalist explained why Liverpool might reasonably be assessing alternatives in the position....

David Lynch heaps praise on ‘absolutely fabulous’ Liverpool star

Jeremy Jacquet Emerges as Liverpool’s Major Positive Under Andoni Iraola Liverpool’s 0-0 draw with Fulham offered precious little to celebrate, but Jeremy Jacquet provided another compelling reason for optimism. While Andoni Iraola’s side struggled for intensity and control at Anfield, the 21-year-old defender continued an impressive start to his Liverpool career. Speaking to David Lynch on...

Andoni Iraola provides Conor Bradley injury update ahead of Spurs clash

Conor Bradley Injury Update as Andoni Iraola Sets Out Liverpool Return Timeline Liverpool have received a welcome sign of progress in Conor Bradley’s recovery, although Andoni Iraola has made clear that the Northern Ireland international remains some distance from returning to full training. Bradley has been unavailable since suffering a serious knee injury in early January....

Andoni Iraola confirms major Liverpool injury boost ahead of Tottenham Hotspur clash

Andoni Iraola Confirms Joe Gomez Boost Ahead of Liverpool vs Tottenham Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola has confirmed Joe Gomez is available for Tuesday night’s Carabao Cup meeting with Tottenham Hotspur, handing the Spaniard another defensive option at a useful moment. Liverpool begin their campaign in the competition with a third round tie at Anfield, facing...

Virgil van Dijk calls for ‘consistency’ ahead of Liverpool’s clash with Fulham

Virgil van Dijk Demands Consistency as Liverpool Prepare for Fulham Liverpool head into another Premier League test with momentum building, and Virgil van Dijk has made the message clear. Good performances matter, results matter more, but consistency is what separates serious sides from the rest. After a comeback win over Atletico Madrid in midweek and a...

Jérémy Jacquet Shines on the Biggest Stage to Earn Liverpool Man of the Match

Liverpool 2 - 1 Atletico Madrid - CL Man of the Match Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid – Man of the Match Jérémy Jacquet This young defender was very good and never looked rattled on the biggest stage against a ferocious opponent. Jérémy Jacquet continues to impress, and this performance against Atlético Madrid was perhaps his biggest statement yet...

Atletico Madrid confirm Julian Alvarez decision ahead of Liverpool clash

Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid: Julian Alvarez Included for Champions League Clash Julian Alvarez will be at Anfield on Wednesday night, and that matters. Whatever noise surrounds him in Madrid, Atletico are a better side when he is available, especially in the Champions League. The Argentina forward has become a deeply unpopular figure with sections of Atletico...

Andoni Iraola urged to back ‘absolutely brilliant’ Liverpool star

Ronald Araújo Gives Liverpool Major Right-Back Decision After Ipswich Display Liverpool’s first Premier League victory under Andoni Iraola provided the obvious headlines through Alexander Isak’s two goals, but another performance at Portman Road may have given the new head coach an unexpected solution. Ronald Araújo started at right-back in Liverpool’s 2-0 victory over Ipswich Town, replacing...

Liverpool unlikely to sign Real Madrid star despite rumours

Carvajal link emerges before January window Liverpool have been linked with a possible transfer for Real Madrid defender Dani Carvajal, but Dave Davis believes pursuing the experienced right-back would make little sense. The speculation emerged during a television discussion about clubs that could spend significantly in the January transfer window. Joleon Lescott identified Liverpool as one...