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Richard Hughes ‘deep in talks’ to resolve contract issues

Contract Talks Signal Defensive Stability Liverpool’s recruitment drive is far from complete, and the next phase looks set to focus on retaining key pillars rather than simply acquiring fresh faces. Credit goes to Anfield Watch, who reported that Richard Hughes is currently “locked deep in talks” with Ibrahima Konaté over a new contract. At a...

Former Chelsea forward explains Liverpool’s ‘vulnerabilities’

Chris Sutton Questions Liverpool Depth After Chelsea Defeat Liverpool’s latest stumble against Chelsea has ignited fresh debate over their title credentials, with former striker Chris Sutton laying bare what he believes to be a critical weakness. Arne Slot’s side slipped to a third consecutive defeat in all competitions, losing 2-0 at Stamford Bridge after goals...

Gary Neville Slams Liverpool Star after Chelsea Defeat

Gary Neville’s Brutal Take Highlights Liverpool Concerns Liverpool’s stumble has turned into a full-on skid after consecutive defeats to Crystal Palace, Galatasaray and Chelsea. Arne Slot may have delivered the Premier League title in record time, but the current run has rattled confidence across Merseyside. One player under particular scrutiny is left-back Milos Kerkez and...

Liverpool are in ‘identity crisis’ and Arne Slot needs to change things – Opinion

Slot’s First Storm: The Reality Check Arrives Following a third straight defeat — a run that now reads Crystal Palace away, Galatasaray in Istanbul, and Chelsea at Stamford Bridge — Arne Slot’s Liverpool project has entered its first period of turbulence. For a side that lifted the Premier League title just months ago, this stretch...

Alexander Isak reacts to Liverpool’s late defeat to Chelsea

Liverpool Face Critical Response Test After Late Chelsea Defeat Isak Reflects On Chelsea Loss With Brutal Honesty Alexander Isak captured the mood of frustration within the Liverpool camp after their late 2-1 defeat to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. The Sweden international did not hide behind excuses when speaking to club media. “I think we started off pretty...

Late Heartbreak for Liverpool as Chelsea Claim Dramatic 2-1 Home Victory

Chelsea 2 - 1 Liverpool – PL Postmortem With Liverpool looking to regain top spot in the Premier League, the reigning champions of England travelled to Stamford Bridge knowing a response was required after back-to-back defeats to Crystal Palace and Galatasaray. Instead, it was a third successive disappointment for Arne Slot’s men, as a stoppage-time...

Journalist: Liverpool already ‘in discussions’ over January signing

Liverpool Weigh Up Defensive Reinforcement After Giovanni Leoni Blow Liverpool are actively assessing whether to dip into the January transfer market for a new centre-back after Giovanni Leoni suffered a major setback. As reported by Ben Jacobs, “Giovanni Leoni has undergone successful ACL surgery. No panic within Liverpool, despite losing what the club considers to...

David Ornstein provides Liverpool transfer update ahead of Chelsea clash

David Ornstein Sheds Light on Liverpool’s Ibrahima Konate Contract Talks Liverpool find themselves in familiar territory with another key defender entering the final year of his contract. Ibrahima Konate’s current deal expires at the end of the season and, from January, he is permitted to negotiate a pre-contract with overseas clubs. That possibility has inevitably...

Report: Real Madrid ‘abandon’ move for Liverpool star

Real Madrid Cool Interest in Konate as Liverpool Edge Closer to Agreement Liverpool’s contract talks with Ibrahima Konate have taken a positive turn after fresh reports suggest Real Madrid are stepping back from their pursuit of the French defender. According to TeamTalk, the Spanish giants have now shifted their focus towards Bayern Munich’s Dayot Upamecano,...

Journalist says he would drop Liverpool star for crucial Chelsea clash

Defensive Choices Facing Arne Slot Before Chelsea Test Liverpool sit top of the Premier League but recent defeats to Crystal Palace and Galatasaray have raised questions over the balance of Arne Slot’s team. With Chelsea awaiting at Stamford Bridge, Lewis Steele speaking to Dave Davis for Anfield Index has suggested the biggest dilemma may centre...