Liverpool’s Pre-Season Progress: Encouraging Signs from Mac Allister and Gomez
As Liverpool gear up for their Community Shield clash against Crystal Palace at Wembley, all eyes are on how Arne Slot is managing his squad in the wake of pre-season challenges. With expectations riding high after a triumphant Premier League-winning campaign in 2024-25, Slot is...
Liverpool and Crystal Palace Set for Wembley Showdown in 2025 Community Shield
It is a curious tradition, the Community Shield. Half curtain-raiser, half ceremonial flourish, it’s the moment when football’s narrative resumes—not quite with a bang, but certainly with a sense of theatre. On Sunday, Liverpool and Crystal Palace will meet at Wembley, not just...
Liverpool Secure Senegalese Starlet Sidy Barhama Ndiaye in Long-Term Development Move
Liverpool have taken another significant step in their strategic youth recruitment by agreeing a deal to sign highly rated Senegalese winger Sidy Barhama Ndiaye, who has been training at the AXA Training Centre ahead of his long-term move to Merseyside.
The 15-year-old forward, already tipped...
Liverpool and Cody Gakpo Eager for Crystal Palace Challenge in Community Shield
Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo has shared his excitement ahead of the Reds’ clash with Crystal Palace in the FA Community Shield, as Arne Slot’s side look to start the 2025-26 season with silverware at Wembley.
The Premier League champions meet last season’s FA Cup...
Liverpool Transfer Priorities Shift Away from Rodrygo
David Lynch, speaking to Dave Davis for Anfield Index, has poured cold water on suggestions that Liverpool will make a move for Real Madrid forward Rodrygo this summer. While the Brazilian’s talent is undeniable, Lynch made clear that the circumstances around such a transfer make it highly improbable.
“I...
Tyler Morton’s Move to Lyon Shows Smart Business from Liverpool
Liverpool’s summer transfer activity has been defined by both precision and purpose, and Tyler Morton’s £15m move to Olympique Lyon is a perfect example of that approach. Speaking to Dave Davis for Anfield Index, journalist David Lynch offered insight into the deal, describing it as...
Darwin Núñez Transfer Talks Intensify as Al-Hilal Close In
Darwin Núñez’s Liverpool journey appears to be drawing to a close, with discussions over a move to Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal moving forward at pace. As reported by Paul Joyce for The Times, “An agreement between the clubs is expected to be brokered quickly if...
Hugo Ekitike Lights Up Anfield Debut as Liverpool Overcome Athletic Bilbao
Liverpool's newest forward, Hugo Ekitike, made an electric first appearance at Anfield and declared his hunger to experience it again. In front of a buzzing home crowd, the Frenchman showcased glimpses of his potential in the second of Liverpool’s pre-season victories over Athletic Bilbao.
Arne...
Liverpool’s pursuit of Alexander Isak and the future of Darwin Núñez
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Liverpool’s summer transfer business has reached a critical phase. With Athletic Club visiting Anfield and the window edging towards its conclusion, the pursuit of Alexander Isak could...
Ekitike Makes Immediate Impact at Liverpool
Hugo Ekitike has wasted little time settling into life at Liverpool, impressing his new teammates and coaching staff during early pre-season preparations. Following his £79 million move from Eintracht Frankfurt, the 23-year-old forward is already turning heads at the AXA Training Centre.
The French striker joined the Premier League champions...
