Trev Downey and Dave Davis look at everything LFC transfer related with focus on:
Araujo developments and awaiting that announcement with latest details of deal.
Likely to be only defender and Barcola and Mbaye.
Endrick now mentioned, Curtis Jones rumours after absence and other departures.
Liverpool were beaten 3-2 by Monaco on Andoni Iraola's Anfield debut as head coach. However, this was another game of two halves in which they impressed before making changes and tailing off. As such, Reds reporter David Lynch has plenty of positives to delve into, including the performances of Alexander Isak, Florian Wirtz and Ifeanyi Ndukwe. Concerns around squad depth and set-pieces are, of course, also addressed. Check out this review of the match from the Anfield press box and don't forget to leave your thoughts in the comment section. For more Liverpool news, make sure you like and subscribe, and don't forget to follow David on X, TikTok, Facebook and Bluesky @davidlynchlfc.
Lola Katz Roberts and Lewis Aspinall return for another edition of Kop Curiosities, examining the latest names linked with Liverpool as the club continues to assess its attacking and defensive options. The pair discuss reported interest in Chelsea duo Pedro Neto and Josh Acheampong, including whether either player would fit Liverpool’s plans under Andoni Iraola. There is also an update on the pursuit of Paris Saint-Germain forward Bradley Barcola, while Real Madrid’s move for Yan Diomande could have major implications for Liverpool’s winger search.
Liverpool have moved to solve their defensive issues by agreeing a season-long loan move for Ronald Araujo. The Barcelona defender, who can play at both centre-half and right-back, is expected to arrive on Merseyside on Sunday to undergo a medical. And so Reds reporter David Lynch is here to provide the latest on the move and also have a look at why Araujo is wanted. Here, he examines the duelling numbers and physical qualities that mark the Uruguayan out as a good fit. Concerns such as his injury record and a history of making errors are also addressed. Check out this deep dive into Araujo and don't forget to leave your thoughts on the player in the comment section below. For more Liverpool news, make sure you like and subscribe, and don't forget to follow David on X, TikTok, Facebook and Bluesky @davidlynchlfc.
Gags and Grizz are back to discuss the latest Liverpool news. There's not much new, they discuss whether the Barcola deal happens or not. They then discuss outgoings and what the chances are of Jones, Chiesa and Elliott leaving… they finally discuss what the team could look like at the start of the season with the current squad. All this and more on Chat G&G
Trev Downey is joined by Dave Davis to discuss:
• Mbaye Bomba and how it’s a spread play / calculated gamble by Liverpool
• Barcola bottleneck and Gakpo to Spurs really possible
• Lack of defender links with only Achaempong being heard again and concerns over numbers
Trev Downey and Dave Davis look at the latest Liverpool FC defensive situation with focus on:
All CB's bar VVD carrying injuries and some not playing since February but expected to start vs Newcastle.
Right-back and left-back concerns with Frimpong needing to be fit and Tsimikas looking off it in pre-season.
No names since Zabarnyi and Spence and worry about briefs suggesting Liverpool won't go for anyone.
