Liverpool Defence

Davis: “He was far better defensive wise” – Frimpong exceeds expectations

Frimpong Impresses and Kerkez Struggles in Liverpool v Bournemouth Clash Frimpong’s Physical Output Catches the Eye Liverpool’s 4–2 victory over Bournemouth on the opening day of the Premier League season provided plenty of discussion points on Anfield Index’s Positional Play podcast. Hosts Dave Davis and Dr Phil Barter focused in detail on debutants, tactics and the...

Liverpool Urged to Prioritise Move for Crystal Palace Star

Liverpool Defence Under Spotlight After Bournemouth Win Konate’s Uncertainty Raises Questions Liverpool’s 4-2 victory over Bournemouth at Anfield showcased the attacking firepower of Arne Slot’s champions, yet it also underlined the defensive issues threatening to undermine their title defence. Federico Chiesa and Mo Salah scored late goals to seal the points, but it was the manner...

Oliver Glasner Faces Questions as Liverpool Track Marc Guehi Transfer

Liverpool Eye Marc Guehi as Oliver Glasner Faces Transfer Questions Guehi’s Future Sparks Liverpool Interest Liverpool’s search for defensive reinforcements has once again placed Marc Guehi firmly in the spotlight. The Crystal Palace captain, who impressed in the Community Shield against Liverpool, continues to attract attention as the transfer window edges towards its close. With fewer...

Romano: Liverpool weigh up loan exit for defender before deadline

Liverpool Consider Loan Exit for Tsimikas Before Deadline Loan route remains open for Tsimikas Liverpool are weighing up solutions for the future of Kostas Tsimikas, with the possibility of a loan exit under consideration before the transfer window closes. The full-back, now 29, has found his opportunities increasingly limited and is prepared to explore options away...

Contract Tensions Put Liverpool Defender on Barcelona Radar

Barcelona Circle Ibrahima Konate as Liverpool Contract Talks Stall Ibrahima Konate’s future has become one of the most closely watched stories of Liverpool’s summer. The French international, now 26, has entered the final year of his contract and has yet to reach an agreement on an extension. Reports from Sempre Barca suggest Barcelona have already...

Van Dijk assesses Liverpool’s new signings and legacy

Van Dijk reflects on LFC signings and future ambition Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has spoken candidly about the club’s recent title triumph, the challenges of defending their crown, and the significant wave of new arrivals that have reshaped the squad this summer. His words carry the authority of a leader who has not only...

Sky Sports: Liverpool Told to Pay £40m to Sign Top Transfer Target

Liverpool Explore Move for Marc Guehi Amid Palace Valuation Credit to Sky Sports News for reporting that Crystal Palace value Marc Guehi at more than £40 million, with Liverpool emerging as strong contenders to secure the England international’s signature. Discussions between the Premier League champions and Palace have already taken place, but a notable gap...

Hugo Ekitike Reflects on ‘Dream’ Liverpool Debut

Hugo Ekitike Shines on Liverpool Debut but Bournemouth Clash Highlights Work Ahead Liverpool’s Premier League title defence began with an entertaining yet uneven 4-2 victory over Bournemouth at Anfield. The spotlight inevitably fell on Hugo Ekitike, the £79 million summer signing from Eintracht Frankfurt, who marked his league debut with a goal and an assist....

Fabrizio Romano: Liverpool complete medical for new defensive signing

Giovanni Leoni Completes Liverpool Medical Ahead of Official Announcement Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Giovanni Leoni has completed the main part of his Liverpool medical, with the official announcement expected this week. The Reds have agreed an initial £26 million deal with Parma to secure the teenage centre-back, who will join on a...

Transfer Market Metrics on two centre-backs targeted by Liverpool

Liverpool Step Up Pursuit of Marc Guehi and Giovanni Leoni Liverpool are actively pushing forward in talks for two central defenders, with Marc Guehi of Crystal Palace and Giovanni Leoni of Parma emerging as priority targets. The latest episode of Transfer Market Metrics from Anfield Index, featuring Dave Davis and Phil Barter, offered a detailed...