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Could Liverpool’s Perfect Fabinho Successor be Hiding in the Eredivisie?

The Missing Puzzle in Liverpool's Midfield While there is no pressing need for Liverpool to replace Fabinho - after Wataru Endo has made a positive account of himself in the last few months - in the long-term the Reds will want to bring in a specialist number six of a slightly younger profile. It's what seems...

Hendrick: ‘Nunez Numbers Outshine Premier League Rivals’

Darwin Nunez: Liverpool's Rising Star in Numbers Unpacking Nunez's Contribution to Liverpool In yesterday's episode of the Daily Red podcast, hosted by Anfield Index, Darwin Nunez's performance for Liverpool came under the spotlight. Dave Hendrick delved into Nunez's statistics, highlighting his growing significance in Liverpool's attacking setup. Nunez's Assist Tally: Key Metric One of the most striking aspects...

Trent Alexander-Arnold’s Stunning December Stats

Trent Alexander-Arnold: A Beacon of Consistency in Liverpool’s Campaign In a Premier League season brimming with remarkable performances, the December 2023 EA SPORTS Player of the Month shortlist has captured the essence of footballing excellence. Amongst the eight shortlisted players, one name, in particular, stands out for his exceptional contributions to his team: Trent Alexander-Arnold...

Jota and Nunez: Salah’s Perfect Substitutes

Liverpool’s Attacking Trio: Rising to the Occasion Liverpool Football Club, known for its remarkable attacking prowess, faces a pivotal moment as Mo Salah heads off to AFCON. This leaves fans and pundits alike pondering how the team will fare in his absence. Enter Jota and Nunez, two players who are more than ready to step...

Predicting Liverpool’s Starting XI against Sheffield United

Liverpool's Predicted XI vs Sheffield United Liverpool will look to keep their title ambitions alive as they travel to Sheffield United on Wednesday night. Off the back of an absolute thriller of a 4-3 victory over Fulham on Sunday, the Reds currently sit just two points off the top of the table. With Sheffield United...

Bayern Munich Winger Could be Liverpool’s Mo Salah Replacement

Potential Salah Replacement? Liverpool could reportedly further bolster their attack by making a move for Bayern Munich winger Leroy Sane in upcoming transfer windows. With Mohamed Salah's long-term future still not tied down at Anfield, the Reds have apparently started looking at potential replacements. Bayern Munich winger Leroy Sane is one of the favourites to make the...

Hendrick: How Szoboszlai is Reshaping Liverpool’s Midfield

Analysing Dominik Szoboszlai's Liverpool Impact   Dominik Szoboszlai's Remarkable Journey to Liverpool Liverpool’s Summer addition, Dominik Szoboszlai, has been a revelation for the club and his national team, Hungary. Dave Hendrick, on the Daily Red podcast from Anfield Index, hailed Szoboszlai's influence, stating, “Dominik is single-handedly leading the Hungary team to the Euros, he has that X...

Virgil van Dijk: Navigating Criticism and Triumph

Van Dijk's Unassailable Era and Injury Impact In the realm of football, few names resonate with the defensive prowess and commanding presence like Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk. Simon Hughes, in his insightful piece for The Athletic, paints a vivid picture of Van Dijk's journey, particularly focusing on the stark contrast in his performance pre and...

What Does the Future Hold for Liverpool’s Kostas Tsimikas?

Tsimikas’ Future When Kostas Tsimikas first arrived at Anfield off the back of Liverpool's Premier League title win in 2020, excitement was high surrounding the Greek international. Over the first few months of his Liverpool career, many saw the left-back as a potential long-term competitor/replacement for the brilliant Andy Robertson. In fairness, Tsimikas' performances were brilliant...

Europa Clash: Toulouse’s Three Key Threats

Reds Look to Keep 100% Record Going Liverpool host Toulouse in the Europa League Group Stage on Thursday, as they look to make it three wins from three matches. The Reds come into this one after a 3-1 victory over LASK and a 2-0 victory over Union Saint-Gilloise, however, Toulouse will undoubtedly pose a different set...