Gini Wijnaldum: A Fantastic Servant, Time To Make Way
The deal that had been proposed for weeks is finally taking shape.
There have been many players whom have divided opinion amongst the Liverpool fanbase in history - Dirk Kuyt, Luis Garcia, Danny Murphy are amongst a few. And with Georginio Wijnaldum potentially set to leave the club and wrap up a £15million deal to Barcelona in the coming days, the Dutchman could be joining that list soon.
Wijnaldum joined Liverpool in the summer of 2016, signed for £25million by …
Why Thiago Could Be Liverpool's Robin van Persie
After losing the 2011-2012 Premier League title on goal difference to Manchester City, Manchester United looked to improve their firepower by signing Arsenal forward Robin van Persie.
The acquisition of the Dutchman -- who arrived at Old Trafford for a fee of £22,500,000 -- proved to be inspired with the Red Devils romping home to the title the next season, scoring the most goals and finishing eleven points over their Manchester neighbours.
Van Persie, who was 29 upon his arrival …
Robertson comes clean on Messi situation
Liverpool defender Andy Robertson admits that he hopes Lionel Messi doesn't sign for The Reds' Premier League rivals, Manchester City.
Messi, 33, has made it known he wants to leave Barcelona during this transfer window. However, LaLiga seems to have taken the Catalan club's side with respect to the terms of the Argentina international's contract.
Messi believes that due to a clause in his current deal, he would be entitled to leave for free before the start of the 2020/21 …
Wijnaldum will only be fully appreciated after leaving
As we prepare for the start of the new Premier League season, there are only two transfer stories keeping Liverpool fans preoccupied.
The continued pursuit of Thiago is the standout talking point, as the Reds try and get a deal for one of the world's best midfielders over the line. It is a frustrating saga that looks set to carry on for the foreseeable future, especially with the transfer window extending to 5th October.
Then there's the future of Gini …
Liverpool confirm final friendly ahead of start of Premier League season
Liverpool have confirmed they will play one final pre-season friendly this Saturday as they count down to the beginning of the 2020/21 Premier League campaign.
Jürgen Klopp's Premier League champions will play Blackpool at 15:00 (UK time) on Saturday, September 5th, at Anfield.
League One side Blackpool are managed now by former Liverpool U23s boss Neil Critchley. Fans may remember that Critchley took charge of Liverpool's young 'first-team' last December when they lost in the League Cup at Villa Park.
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Could 4222 Shape Be Liverpool's Next Tactical Step?
As much as Arsenal fans on the internet will tell you otherwise, the Community Shield is a glorified friendly and its importance should be framed as such.
There were, however, some interesting takeaways for Liverpool in their 1-1 draw -- and subsequent penalty shootout defeat, again -- with the Gunners at Wembley.
Namely the switch in shape from the Reds' usual 433 alignment to a 4222 shape or, as its also known, the box midfield.
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Liverpool prepare for departure as Koeman dreams of Gini
As news broke in Spain on Tuesday night, it appeared that Gini Wijnaldum was edging ever closer to a Liverpool exit. Jürgen Klopp's ultra-reliable number 5 is on his way to Barcelona, it seems.
According to Spanish publication sport.es, Ronald Koeman hopes to make Wijnaldum one of his first signings since taking over at Camp Nou.
With the Lionel Messi 'situation' up in the air, and likely to continue for some time yet, the Catalan club is looking to establish some …
Reds reportedly interested in Lille OSC midfielder Boubakary Soumaré
Liverpool is reported to be one of a number of clubs currently interested in acquiring the signature of Lille OSC's midfielder Boubakary Soumaré.
French publication Le10Sport is claiming that Soumaré's situation is currently being monitored by a number of clubs including AC Milan, Arsenal and Manchester United. Bundesliga side Hertha Berlin is also strongly linked with the French midfielder, according to the article.
Soumaré joined Lille OSC on a free transfer in 2017 after leaving Paris Saint-Germain. Last season, he …
How Liverpool's September schedule looks as the new domestic season gets underway
With Liverpool and Arsenal having already contested the Community Shield curtain-raiser at Wembley Stadium last weekend, attentions now turn to the start of the Premier League campaign.
The Reds lost 5-4 on penalties against The Gunners after a 1-1 draw in 90 minutes of play. Second-half substitute Takumi Minamino equalised for Jürgen Klopp's men after Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang gave Arsenal an early lead.
Now, an international 'break' is in place until players return to Melwood next week in preparation for the …
Is There Something In The Ajer For Liverpool?
Dejan Lovren brought down the curtain on his six-year stint with Liverpool when he joined Zenit St Petersburg last month.
Despite not being universally popular among the Reds fanbase, the Croatian international was nonetheless a player Jurgen Klopp regularly turned to -- be it as a regular starter or as a rotational player -- and he will need to be replaced ahead of the upcoming season.
Several players -- including, Brighton's Ben White, Schalke's Ozan Kabak and Sevilla's Diego Carlos …