Virgil van Dijk Returns to Liverpool After Netherlands Withdrawal
Van Dijk Prioritises Club Duties After International Exit
Virgil van Dijk, the Liverpool & Netherlands captain, has withdrawn from international duty on medical grounds, paving the way for an earlier return to Anfield. The Oranje skipper played a full 90 minutes during the Netherlands' emphatic 4-0 victory...
Can Xabi Alonso Halt the Madrid Pursuit of Trent?
There has been a long-held opinion held by Anfield Index podcaster and personality, Dave Hendrick, one that I am in complete agreement with. The Two Footed Podcast presenter was last summer reluctant to see the former Liverpool midfielder, Xabi Alonso, return to Merseyside (in a managerial...
Why Wataru Endo Against Southampton Is a Smart Move
People are going to shoot this down, but in view of longer-term thinking, there’s a real benefit in it. Liverpool face a crucial decision as fixtures pile up, with Manchester City and Real Madrid looming on the horizon as soon as this break finishes. Amidst this...
Liverpool’s Alexander-Arnold on Real Madrid’s Radar – A January Swap in the Making?
According to Defensa Central, Real Madrid are weighing up an ambitious approach to sign Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold in January, advancing plans that originally targeted a free transfer in the summer. Madrid’s motivation for the accelerated timeline is rooted in the injury of...
Liverpool's Injury Update: Alexander-Arnold's Fitness Boost Amidst Man City Worries
The tension around Trent Alexander-Arnold’s recent injury was palpable, with Liverpool fans holding their breath as they awaited news on the right-back’s fitness. While initial concerns hinted at a potentially lengthy absence, reports have since confirmed that the injury is thankfully less severe. This update...
Trent Alexander-Arnold’s Hamstring Scare: What It Means for Liverpool’s Title Hopes
Liverpool’s dynamic right-back, Trent Alexander-Arnold, faces an uncertain spell on the sidelines following a hamstring issue he suffered during Liverpool's recent 2-0 win over Aston Villa at Anfield. Although the scan results are pending, Alexander-Arnold’s swift substitution reflects the cautious approach taken by manager...
Diogo Jota's Return: Liverpool Await December Comeback as Slot Eyes Consistency
Liverpool boss Arne Slot confirmed today that Diogo Jota’s recovery from injury is progressing, but fans may need to wait until December to see the Portuguese forward back on the pitch. Sidelined for Liverpool’s last five games, Jota suffered a chest injury in last...
Trent Alexander-Arnold to Real Madrid? Danny Murphy Predicts a Move Away from Liverpool
With his Liverpool contract winding down, Trent Alexander-Arnold’s future is a hot topic, and as January approaches, rumours linking him with Real Madrid only intensify. Despite his excellent performances this season, both domestically and internationally, Alexander-Arnold hasn’t moved any closer to extending...
Liverpool’s Midfield Conundrum: Slot, Tchouameni and the Evolution Under New Leadership
Liverpool’s start to the 2024-25 season under new manager Arne Slot has been nothing short of remarkable, sparking discussions around the club’s strengths and future targets. Dave Davis’s recent podcast on Anfield Index with journalist David Lynch dives into Liverpool’s trajectory, the performances of...