Mo Salah’s Contract Renewal: The Bare Minimum Expected from Richard Hughes
During the lulls of international breaks, the chatter among Liverpool fans rarely subsides, particularly when it comes to the high standards set by star players like Mo Salah, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Virgil van Dijk. For Richard Hughes, Liverpool’s Sporting Director, the expectation is crystal...
Is Trent Alexander-Arnold Heading to Real Madrid? Graeme Souness Thinks So
The future of Trent Alexander-Arnold at Liverpool has become one of the most intriguing talking points of this transfer window, especially after Graeme Souness’s recent comments on the William Hill podcast Three Up Front. Souness, who has a unique insight into the game as...
Is Trent Alexander-Arnold Heading to Real Madrid? Graeme Souness Thinks So
The future of Trent Alexander-Arnold at Liverpool has become one of the most intriguing talking points of this transfer window, especially after Graeme Souness’s recent comments on the William Hill podcast Three Up Front. Souness, who has a unique insight into the game as...
Liverpool’s Contract Dilemma: Can the Reds Retain Their Star Trio?
Liverpool find themselves at a crossroads. With key players Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk, and Trent Alexander-Arnold entering the final year of their contracts, the club must tread carefully. Jan Molby, speaking on Anfield Index's 'Molby on the Spot' podcast, shared some illuminating thoughts on...
Virgil Van Dijk's Commitment to the Netherlands Through 2026
Netherlands captain Virgil van Dijk, aged 33, has committed to continue playing for the national team up to and including the 2026 World Cup, as confirmed by head coach Ronald Koeman. The Liverpool centre-back, a mainstay in the Dutch squad, will extend his international career following...
Tracking Liverpool's International Stars in September
September brings a bustling schedule for Liverpool's international players, as they span the globe for crucial fixtures. With UEFA Nations League clashes and World Cup qualifiers on the horizon, fans will have plenty to keep an eye on. Here’s where you can catch the Reds in action, courtesy of...
International Break: Hopes and Prayers for Liverpool
Christ, I despise them. The international break—a time when the world's top footballers depart to represent their countries, leaving club managers like Arne Slot holding their breath. With most of Liverpool's stars away, it’s a tense period for the club. While the majority of the squad is off...
Liverpool’s Bright Start Under Arne Slot: A Comprehensive Analysis
Liverpool's season is off to a flying start, with Arne Slot leading the charge. The new manager has delivered a perfect record, a feat not seen since George Kay's days in 1936. As Dave Davis pointed out in the recent Anfield Index podcast, this start is...
Navigating Fixture Congestion: Liverpool’s Strategic Selection Challenge
Optimising Liverpool’s Selection Amidst Fixture Congestion
As Liverpool fans, we’re all too familiar with the relentless grind of the modern football calendar. But this season? It’s something else entirely. With fixture congestion that could bring a machine to its knees, international breaks that chew up our best players, and...
David Ornstein's Enthusiastic Endorsement of Richard Hughes: Briefing or Genuine Praise?
In the scrutinised realm of football, the media's depiction of key figures can significantly influence public perception. David Ornstein, a well-regarded football journalist, has repeatedly praised Liverpool's new sporting director, Richard Hughes, sparking debate over the sincerity of his commendations versus a potential strategic...
