Klopp "really happy" with Xherdan Shaqiri's performance in United stalemate
Liverpool boss Jürgen Klopp was singing the praises of Xherdan Shaqiri after giving the player a surprise starting role against Manchester United.
It was Shaqiri's first Premier League start of the season and the Switzerland international impressed, as he tried to provide a more effective link between Liverpool's midfield and attack.
Speaking to Liverpoolfc.com, when asked about Shaqiri's contribution, Klopp said:
“Shaq is in a really good shape. He maybe could have played a little bit longer but I was …
"That needs to change quickly" - Henderson highlights issue that Liverpool have to solve soon
Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson insists the whole team has to chip in with goals to help The Reds out of their current poor dip in form.
After Sunday's 0-0 draw with Manchester United, Jürgen Klopp's men have now gone three Premier League games without finding the net.
Speaking to Liverpoolfc.com after the Anfield stalemate, Henderson said:
“Well, we need to score goals to win games. “And I’m not talking just about the front three, by the way. “I’m talking about …
Will this be Liverpool's starting lineup to play Manchester United at Anfield on Sunday?
Liverpool and Manchester United meet at Anfield on Sunday in a top-of-the-table Premier League clash. What starting eleven will Jürgen Klopp go with?
The Reds are currently without Virgil van Dijk, Joe Gomez, Kostas Tsimikas and Diogo Jota while it looks like Joel Matip and Naby Keita are also losing their race to be fit for Sunday's game.
This means Klopp has some huge decisions to make for this fixture thanks to Liverpool's ongoing injury problems.
Alisson Becker is fit, …
Liverpool vs Manchester United Preview - Premier League giants clash at Anfield
THE DETAILS
Venue – Anfield, Liverpool
Referee – Paul Tierney
Date & Time – Sunday, January 17th @ 16:30
Current Odds – Liverpool 19/20, Draw 14/5, Manchester United 13/5
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The biggest game in English football, one of the biggest fixtures in the world. It's at Anfield and it's this Sunday. Sadly, there won't be any fans in the ground for the most-important Liverpool vs United game in years.
Let's hope we have something to sing about from the comfort …
Reds duo could be losing race to be fit for United clash on Sunday
The Liverpool duo of Joël Matip and Naby Keïta may miss out on Sunday's top-of-the-table Premier League clash with Manchester United.
Jürgen Klopp's defensive injury woes look set to continue with Matip missing since going off after an hour of Liverpool's 1-1 draw with West Brom in late December. The Reds were hoping to have the 29-year-old centre-half back to partner Fabinho at the heart of the back four on Sunday. However, with Matip nowhere to be seen during Liverpool's …
Young Liverpool defender hopeful of more game time if Reds can progress further in FA Cup
Liverpool defender Neco Williams is hopeful of a long FA Cup run this season so he can benefit from potentially more game time with the first team.
Jurgen Klopp's side survived a first-half scare against Aston Villa's youth players last Friday night in the third round of the competition. Louie Barry beat Rhys Williams and Caoimhin Kelleher to make it 1-1 for at the half-time break at Villa Park. However, Liverpool's dominance showed in the second half as they ran …
Reds draw Manchester United in FA Cup draw as they prepare to face rivals twice in a week
Liverpool have been handed the tough task of playing Manchester United away in the FA Cup fourth round.
Jürgen Klopp's side eventually overcame Aston Villa's youth players in the third round at Villa Park last week. Now, they've been drawn to play Manchester United at Old Trafford in round four.
The last time the sides met in the FA Cup was in 2012 at Anfield when Kenny Dalglish's men knocked United out, winning 2-1. Daniel Agger and Dirk Kuyt were …
Why this Liverpool team is one of the best ever
So, it’s already happening.
When Liverpool won the Champions League last season, the narrative from rivals fans was that they needed to win the Premier League to be considered a great team. Now that the Reds have ended their 30-year wait, the goalposts are once again being moved.
I won’t name the person or the show because I’m fairly certain they come out with these sorts of takes for attention. If you really want to watch it, I’m sure you’ll …
PSG, Liverpool and Manchester United to fight for defender's signature?
With some reports still insisting on Liverpool's interest in Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly, it has now been claimed that Paris Saint Germain will also battle The Reds for his signature.
That means, if these reports are to be believed, that Koulibaly has PSG, Liverpool and Manchester United after his signature. Those are the three clubs who have been linked with the defender. There are sure to be more watching and waiting for the right time to make an approach for …
Liverpool linked with Lille midfielder
Liverpool are reported to be interested in Lille midfielder Boubakary Soumaré according to a French media outlet.
Le10Sport published a story claiming The Reds were all set to compete with rivals Manchester United for the signing of the 21-year-old.
Soumaré is a France U21 international and played a huge role in Lille OSC's 2019/20 campaign with 20 league appearances. He operates mainly as a central or defensive midfielder and, standing at 6'2" tall, Soumaré offers a great physical presence in …