Balotelli’s turbulent path from prodigy to frustration
When Liverpool signed Balotelli from AC Milan in 2014 for £16 million, optimism was quickly replaced by regret. The move, intended to fill the void left by Luis Suárez, proved one of the club’s most ill-fated transfers of the modern era.
Across a single season, the Italian managed just...
Fabio Borini Recalls ‘Mad’ Mario Balotelli Moments at Liverpool Training
Fabio Borini has looked back on his time at Liverpool with a revealing insight into the unpredictable character of Mario Balotelli. The Italian forward, who spent just one full season at Anfield, explained how his compatriot’s talent was often overshadowed by his behaviour, both on...
Liverpool’s Transfer Drama: Reflecting on Hits and Misses in the Klopp and Pre-Klopp Eras
Liverpool FC has a storied history of highs and lows in the transfer market. A recent one-off episode of Another Podcast, hosted by Dave Hendrick, provided a fascinating retrospective of Liverpool’s transfer windows spanning from the late Rafael Benitez era to...
Liverpool’s Pursuit of Riccardo Calafiori: A Perfect Fit
Liverpool have had a mixed history with Italian signings. The Reds have seen various degrees of success and failure, from Andrea Dossena to Mario Balotelli. However, Riccardo Calafiori might break the streak. Sam McGuire's recent article highlights why Calafiori is a standout candidate for Liverpool’s plans.
Italian Signings:...
Liverpool's Europa League Schedule Alters TV Coverage Plans
As Liverpool gears up to welcome Fulham to Anfield this Sunday, fans anticipating the match's live broadcast will face disappointment. Neither Sky Sports nor TNT Sports will air the encounter, a direct consequence of the fixture's rescheduling due to Liverpool's Europa League commitments.
The Anfield Outfit’s Quest for...
It’s a weird feeling not really knowing how to manage your expectations as a Liverpool fan. I’m 38 - a seasoned pro at this. However, never in my experience of supporting The Reds can I remember a feeling of such enthusiasm surrounding the club.
Not Then, Not Ever
Even after Rafa’s fantastic 08/09 team came within...
What do the summers of 2002, 2009 and 2014 all have in common? Liverpool ballsed up every one, that's what.
On those three occasions, the Reds had a wonderful chance of kicking on after near-title-winning campaigns, only to come crashing back down to reality after recruiting poorly and allowing rivals to pull clear again.
Gerard Houllier...
Cast your minds back to the gloomy 2014/15 season in which Liverpool parted ways with the talismanic figure of Luis Suarez, replacing him with Rickie Lambert and the ever egotistical Mario Balotelli.
From goals galore in 2013/14 to a troublesome goal drought the following season, Brendan Rodgers' side went from a team that could do...
So the transfer window is finally over. After months of scrutiny, Liverpool have their squad for at least the front half of the season and plausibly the entire campaign, given Jurgen Klopp’s January transfer record. So, with Mo Salah, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Andy Robertson, Dominic Solanke all coming in, not to mention Naby Keita next...
Right then. There's a fair chance you've sent me a tirade of Twitter abuse before actually clicking to read this piece, so I'll thank you for *hopefully* not having wished death upon everyone I know and love. If you have, then here we are.
Philippe Coutinho. What a treasure, Liverpool's darling. The adopted Brazilian that...
