Liverpool Centre Back Question Grows After Ibrahima Konaté Exit
Liverpool’s summer already looked demanding before the confirmation that Ibrahima Konaté would leave when his contract expires. On Media Matters for Anfield Index, Dave Davis and David Lynch discussed how that exit changes the scale of the rebuild, particularly with Andoni Iraola expected to arrive as...
Liverpool Move Fast as Andoni Iraola Emerges as Leading Head Coach Candidate
Liverpool’s search for a new head coach has moved with the sort of urgency that tells its own story. After a bruising season, a costly summer spend and the abrupt dismissal of Arne Slot, the club appear determined not to allow uncertainty to...
Great Coaches Improve Players, Stewards Demand Replacements
One of the most damning criticisms that can be levelled at Arne Slot after this season is not the results, the performances, or even the growing disconnect with the supporters.
It is his apparent inability to improve players.
The very best coaches elevate what they inherit. They identify weaknesses, develop...
Konstantinos Koulierakis could be a smart business for Liverpool
As Liverpool continues preparing for what could become a major defensive rebuild this summer, another intriguing option has emerged in the form of Greek international defender Konstantinos Koulierakis.
Fresh off relegation from the Bundesliga, the physical centre-back may now become available at a very reasonable price and...
Arne Slot Linked with AC Milan After Liverpool Exit
Arne Slot’s Liverpool departure has barely settled before the next significant development around his future has emerged. According to talkSPORT, who reported the original article, the Dutch coach could make a swift return to management, with AC Milan now viewed as a potential destination.
Slot leaves Anfield...
Liverpool Handed Timely Boost as Gomez Set to Stay Amid Konate Exit
Liverpool's defensive plans for the season ahead have come into sharper focus following fresh reports surrounding Joe Gomez's future, with the experienced defender now expected to remain at the club despite ongoing transfer speculation.
As Liverpool prepare for another campaign at the top end...
Alisson Becker Stay Gives Liverpool One Vital Point of Stability
Liverpool’s summer already looks crowded with difficult decisions, but the discussion around Alisson Becker on Anfield Index’s Media Matters podcast pointed to one outcome that now appears essential, the goalkeeper staying at Anfield next season.
Dave Davis raised reports around Alisson’s future with Lewis Steele, noting...
Konaté’s Contract Delay Reflects Liverpool’s Wider Uncertainty
Liverpool’s current contract standoff with Ibrahima Konaté feels symbolic of the uncertainty currently engulfing the football club.
Reports suggesting that the French defender has rejected the latest contract proposal put forward by sporting director Richard Hughes will naturally create concern amongst supporters, especially given his current deal is now...
Liverpool Face Ibrahima Konate Contract Blow as Summer Plans Grows More Complex
On Anfield Index’s Media Matters podcast, Dave Davis and Lewis Steele discussed a major Liverpool development, Ibrahima Konate is “pretty much set to leave Liverpool”, with Davis framing the mood around a player now expected to depart when his contract expires next month.
Steele...
Liverpool Keep Door Open for Quansah Return as Leverkusen Clause Comes Into Focus
Liverpool’s long-term planning in defence could yet bring Jarell Quansah back to Anfield, with the centre-back’s buy-back clause at Bayer Leverkusen becoming an increasingly intriguing option for the club's recruitment team.
The England international departed Merseyside last summer in a deal worth £35...
