Jacquet Watch: Liverpool’s Defensive Future Comes Into Focus
Credit to Paul Joyce of The Times for the original reporting, which offers more than just insight into Arne Slot’s immediate pressures. Tucked within the wider story of noise, scrutiny, and imbalance is a telling detail that may shape Liverpool’s medium term future, the growing interest in...
Liverpool tracking Jeremy Jacquet as transfer race intensifies
Liverpool have been namechecked as one of the major clubs circling Rennes centre back Jeremy Jacquet, with Fabrizio Romano describing a growing and highly competitive market for the 20-year-old defender.
Anfield scouts have followed Jacquet closely this season and recruitment staff are understood to view him as one...
Liverpool transfer news: Jeremy Jacquet joins centre back shortlist
Liverpool’s long-term planning under Arne Slot continues quietly, with centre back now viewed as one of the key priorities for upcoming transfer windows. While much of the work is happening away from public view, it is clear the club are already assessing multiple defensive profiles as...
Liverpool Linked with Potential January Move for 20-year-old Defender
Credit to David Lynch who spoke with Dave Davis for Anfield Index for the original reporting and insight that shapes this discussion. The defensive landscape at Liverpool has shifted rapidly in recent weeks, and the growing uncertainty around key personnel has pushed January firmly into focus...
Liverpool’s Winter Search for Stability at Centre Back
Liverpool know the margin for error is slim this season. Injuries have piled up and certain defenders are carrying an unsustainable load. Injuries to Leoni and Gomez fitness issues leaves Liverpool short in defence. That is the backdrop forcing Richard Hughes to accelerate his January plans. With...
Rising Talent Signals Readiness for Liverpool Move
Liverpool’s ongoing search for defensive reinforcements has taken on renewed urgency, and one emerging figure increasingly fits the profile of a long-term solution. Abdelhamid Ait-Boudlal, the Moroccan centre-back making rapid strides at Rennes, is producing performances that have reignited interest from Merseyside — and elevated expectations about his...
Exclusive: Former Liverpool Defender Reflects on 'Impressive' Career
At 34 years of age, Chris Mavinga has enjoyed quite an impressive football career. Born in Meaux, France, Mavinga was raised in the Parisian metropolitan region to an Angolan mother and a DR Congolese father, where he quickly became enamored with the Beautiful Game and used just...
Liverpool Eyeing Truffert as Robertson’s Successor: A Bold Move?
Liverpool are making headlines once again, this time with reports linking the club to Rennes' talented left-back, Adrien Truffert. With Andy Robertson having been a stalwart in the Liverpool defence for years, speculation is mounting that the Reds are planning for life beyond the Scotsman. This...
Everyone Wants a Six
Ever since Fabinho left Liverpool last summer fans have been desperate for a new holding midfielder to come to Anfield.
Wataru Endo has filled some of the Brazilian's void, Alexis Mac Allister has also done a commendable job as a six. However, it's clear there is still a need for Liverpool to...
The Need For More Options in Defence
With long-term injuries to the likes of Joel Matip, Andy Robertson and Kostas Tsimikas, many supporters have been urging Liverpool to make a move for a defender in the January transfer window.
With Joe Gomez currently deployed as a full-back, Jurgen Klopp is down to just three fit centre...
