Florian Wirtz, Bayer Leverkusen and the Liverpool Illusion
Every summer carries its own mythology, spun from headlines, hearsay and a heavy helping of hope. For Liverpool fans eager to see the club return to domestic and European supremacy, the tantalising link to Bayer Leverkusen’s Florian Wirtz seems like a dream worth entertaining. But for all...
A Summer Reset Funded by Saudi Millions
With just two Premier League games remaining and the title already secured, Liverpool’s focus is shifting firmly toward a transformative summer of change. As various clubs prepare for a return to the FIFA Club World Cup in June 2025, the window to reshape their squads has opened wider...
FSG and Transfers: How Liverpool Plan to Build Again Under Slot
As Liverpool celebrate another title-winning campaign, focus has already turned to what comes next. In a revealing appearance on the Media Matters podcast for Anfield Index, The Times’ Paul Joyce shared insights from his recent article The Making of Champions, offering rare clarity on...
Liverpool’s £95m Defensive Ambition: Why This Summer’s Moves Matter More
Plotting Bold Moves in the Market
As Liverpool prepare for life beyond Jurgen Klopp, their recruitment strategy under Arne Slot is beginning to take shape—and it’s anything but conservative. With a potential £95 million double raid on Bournemouth in the works, the Reds are firmly positioning...
Kevin De Bruyne & The Iconic Free Transfer That Could Elevate Liverpool’s Midfield
As Liverpool approaches a summer of significant transition and a post-season as reigning Premier League champions, the midfield—long a symbol of the club’s tactical identity—is again the focus of attention that may need one or two additions. With Trent Alexander-Arnold expected to...
Liverpool’s Agent Fees Reveal Strategic Restraint in Premier League Spending Race
The Football Association’s latest figures have laid bare the vast sums Premier League clubs continue to channel into agent fees, with an eye-watering total of £409 million paid between February 2024 and February 2025. Yet, in a landscape often dominated by financial flamboyance, Liverpool’s...
Liverpool's Transfer Strategies Under Arne Slot's Leadership
As Liverpool Football Club approaches a pivotal summer, the strategic decisions made in this transfer window could significantly shape their future. With a commanding 11-point lead at the top of the Premier League, the focus is now on strengthening the squad to ensure long-term success. Jamie Carragher, a...
Liverpool, FSG and Finance: Kieran Maguire’s View from the Numbers Room
Financial Discipline or Missed Opportunity?
When I sat down with football finance expert Kieran Maguire on the latest episode of Money Talks for Anfield Index, I was keen to delve into the inner workings of Liverpool FC's financial structure under Fenway Sports Group (FSG). Having...
Contract Questions and Defensive Clarity: Liverpool's Summer Priorities
Liverpool’s squad planning for the post-Klopp era continues to intensify under new manager Arne Slot, and nowhere is this more evident than in the scrutiny being placed on contracts—particularly those of the club’s core defenders. Speaking on the latest AEye Scouted Football Podcast, Dave Hendrick and Karl...
Liverpool Eyeing French Defender as Potential Ibrahima Konate Replacement
Liverpool’s long-standing concerns around Ibrahima Konaté’s future have reached a new level of urgency. The 25-year-old defender, born in Paris and a self-confessed Paris Saint-Germain fan, is attracting serious attention from Luis Enrique’s side. With just over a year left on his contract, this summer represents...
