Harvey Elliott’s Liverpool departure and uncertain Anfield future
Elliott’s move shaped by ambition and opportunity
When Liverpool confirmed the signing of Alexander Isak late on deadline day, the knock-on effect was Harvey Elliott’s switch to Aston Villa. The move was not taken lightly. Elliott had grown up dreaming of playing at Anfield, and every appearance in...
Liverpool stance on Federico Chiesa after Besiktas links
Chiesa’s Liverpool role amid speculation
Liverpool have no intention of sanctioning an exit for Federico Chiesa despite fresh links with Besiktas ahead of the Turkish transfer deadline. Reports suggested exploratory talks had taken place, but the club remain committed to keeping the Italian forward. Credit is due to...
Liverpool’s New Weapon of Speed Leaves Teammates Stunned
Liverpool may have claimed the Premier League crown with ease last season, but even champions can find room for refinement. For all the dominance Arne Slot’s side displayed, there were moments when the Reds looked short of that extra burst to stretch the pitch.
Darwin Núñez, Mohamed Salah...
Liverpool’s Florian Wirtz Hailed as Premier League’s Best Young Talent by Manchester United Prospect
Liverpool and Manchester United rarely agree on football matters, yet a young player from Old Trafford has made headlines by praising one of Anfield’s brightest stars. Florian Wirtz, who joined Liverpool in a record-breaking move, has already sparked admiration across the...
Liverpool Departure Sees Mohamed Salah Salute Harvey Elliott
Harvey Elliott has completed his departure from Liverpool, closing the chapter on a six-year spell that began when he arrived from Fulham in 2019 as a 16-year-old. Across that time he amassed nearly 150 appearances, a respectable tally for a player who battled injury setbacks and fierce...
Cody Gakpo Extends Liverpool Stay
On Saturday 30th August, Liverpool confirmed that Cody Gakpo has signed a new long-term contract with the club, extending his deal until 2030. Having joined from PSV Eindhoven in January 2023, the Dutch international has steadily built a reputation as one of the more dependable figures in a forward line...
Liverpool Braced for Refereeing Storm in Newcastle Clash
Liverpool’s defence of their Premier League crown faces an early stress test on Bank Holiday Monday, as Arne Slot’s side travel to St James’ Park to face Newcastle United under the lights. It is only August, yet the stakes already feel unnervingly high.
Simon Hooper Back in the...
Liverpool’s Striker Situation Remains Unresolved
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Arne Slot has made no secret of the lack of depth up front after the departures of Luis DÃaz and Darwin Núñez, and the tragic death of Diogo Jota in July. Despite this,...
Kostas Tsimikas Weighs Up Future Amid Premier League Interest
Liverpool left-back Kostas Tsimikas has yet to make a definitive decision on his future, with multiple Premier League clubs monitoring his situation closely. According to Caught Offside, Fulham, Leeds United and Nottingham Forest have all expressed interest, while options in Serie A are also being kept...
Liverpool Sanction Ben Doak Move to AFC Bournemouth
Liverpool have confirmed that Ben Doak has signed for AFC Bournemouth following negotiations that kept him out of the 4-2 Premier League victory at Anfield. The 19-year-old winger, who joined Liverpool from Celtic in 2022, made just 10 senior appearances during his time on Merseyside and spent...
