Liverpool midfield

David Lynch: Andoni Iraola’s tactics could be about to expose this Liverpool star

Alexis Mac Allister Faces Major Question Over Andoni Iraola Liverpool Role Alexis Mac Allister looks set to remain at Liverpool this season, but serious questions have been raised over how comfortably he fits into Andoni Iraola’s midfield. Speaking to Dave Davis on Anfield Index’s Media Matters podcast, journalist David Lynch expressed significant concerns about Mac Allister’s...

“Writing is on the wall” – Liverpool transfer saga is finally expected to end

Liverpool Midfield Transfer Chances Rated ‘Close to Zero’ Even if Curtis Jones Joins Inter Liverpool appear increasingly likely to head into the new season without adding another midfielder, even if Curtis Jones completes a move to Inter Milan before the transfer window closes. That was the significant update from journalist David Lynch, speaking to Dave Davis...

Report: Liverpool open the door to midfield exit

Curtis Jones Asking Price Drops as Liverpool Consider Inter Milan Deal Curtis Jones could be approaching a significant crossroads in his Liverpool career, with reports from Italy suggesting the club have softened their asking price for the midfielder. According to Corriere dello Sport, Liverpool had been seeking around €40 million, approximately £34 million, for Jones. That...

Andoni Iraola set to make statement over Liverpool youngster’s future in Como friendly

Andoni Iraola Drops Liverpool Midfield Hint as Trey Nyoni Decision Emerges Liverpool’s final pre-season exercise has offered an intriguing glimpse into Andoni Iraola’s plans, particularly when it comes to Trey Nyoni and the composition of his midfield for the Premier League opener. Sunday’s unusual double header against Como allows Iraola to divide his squad, distribute minutes...

Carragher: Midfield “Huge Problem” For Liverpool

Carragher Warns Liverpool Midfield Could Become a Huge Problem Jamie Carragher has rarely been shy when it comes to identifying Liverpool’s weaknesses, and his latest concern feels increasingly difficult to dismiss. For all the movement elsewhere in the squad this summer, Liverpool’s midfield remains largely untouched. Jeremy Jacquet and Ronald Araujo have strengthened the defence, Victor...

Report: Liverpool ready to open contract talks with World Cup finalist

Alexis Mac Allister Contract Talks Reinforce Liverpool Transfer Plans Liverpool are moving decisively over Alexis Mac Allister, with plans to open talks later this year over a new deal as the club looks to secure one of its most important midfielders for the long term. According to Caught Offside, the intention is clear, Liverpool want...

Confirmed: Liverpool star set to stay despite latest reports

Mac Allister transfer speculation loses momentum For much of the summer, Alexis Mac Allister has occupied an uncomfortable place in Liverpool’s transfer conversation. He has been admired from afar, linked with moves elsewhere and discussed as a potential solution to problems at clubs with the financial power to make an approach. Now, however, the noise surrounding...

€50m bid rejected for Liverpool-linked midfielder

Lamine Camara transfer latest points to major Liverpool decision in midfield Liverpool’s midfield planning remains one of the more intriguing themes of this summer, and the uncertainty around Curtis Jones is clearly part of that wider picture. With Andoni Iraola now in place as head coach, there is a fresh layer of doubt and possibility...

Liverpool receive injury boost ahead of Como friendly

Curtis Jones Fitness Boost Gives Liverpool Options Ahead of Como Test Curtis Jones has returned to Liverpool training ahead of Sunday’s pre-season double-header against Como, providing Andoni Iraola with a useful midfield boost at a point when squad availability remains a significant issue. The 25-year-old missed Liverpool’s 3-2 defeat to AS Monaco at Anfield after reporting...

Real concerns with Liverpool midfield balance

Liverpool Midfield Concerns Laid Bare as Dr Phil Barts Questions Balance Liverpool have quality in midfield. The concern raised by Dr Phil Barts, speaking to Dave Davis on the Transfer Market Metrics special for Anfield Index, is whether those qualities combine into a midfield capable of providing Liverpool with the balance required across a season. The...