Reds Ready to Splash Cash for Leverkusen's Defensive Ace
Liverpool Eye Another Defensive Addition: Piero Hincapie
Liverpool's transfer window activities have been nothing short of meticulous. The Reds have been strategic in their approach, ensuring they bolster their squad depth, especially in the midfield. Early acquisitions like Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai set the tone, and the surprise addition of Wataru Endo further showcased their intent. However, the loss of Moises Caicedo and Romeo Lavia did raise a few eyebrows.
As the transfer window nears its closure, Liverpool's …
Wataru Endo Could Be Liverpool's Most Astute Signing Yet
A Muted Welcome to Anfield
The recent transfer window saw Liverpool make a somewhat unexpected move, securing the services of Wataru Endo. The reception was mixed, with some media outlets suggesting the acquisition was a hasty decision. The lack of enthusiasm was palpable, particularly given Liverpool's inability to land Moisés Caicedo. But is this subdued welcome a reflection of Endo's abilities or a broader underestimation of Asian football talent?
Endo's Bundesliga Brilliance
Endo's credentials are nothing short of impressive. Plying …
Why Liverpool should favour Jude Bellingham over Enzo Fernandez
So, are we really going to end up living in a world where both Jude Bellingham and Enzo Fernandez are in Liverpool shirts next season?
It's a mouthwatering prospect, that's for sure.
This week's transfer rumours have teased us all that Liverpool could genuinely be in a position where both are signed in the next six months or so, as Jurgen Klopp looks to rebuild his midfield.
The question is: what if the Reds can only sign one of them? …
Two World Cup Stand-Outs that Liverpool could target in January
The 2022 World Cup has divided opinion so far, some have loved the drama of the group stage while others have been disappointed with the lack of quality football on display. The group stage was marked by poor quality games, in particular some of the worst defending you could ever expect to see at the highest level of professional football. The round of 16 has gone as expected at time of writing with the Netherlands, Argentina, France, England, Croatia and …
Could Virgil van Dijk Emulate Fabio Cannavaro & Win the Ballon d'Or?
In 2006 Fabio Cannavaro led his Italian national team to a marvellous World Cup victory in Germany. During that year the legendary centre back was also named Serie A player of the year (with Juventus), before claiming the La Liga title with Real Madrid in the 2006/07 campaign. This period solidified the former Napoli graduate as perhaps the greatest defender on the planet, and quite rightly saw the 136-cap Italy captain named as 2006 FIFA Player Of The Year and …
Trent nails his detractors with spot-on assessment of criticism
So, brave old Gareth Southgate has actually mustered up the courage to play Trent Alexander-Arnold at a World Cup.
Granted, it was when England were cruising to victory over Wales on Tuesday night, but still, from a Liverpool perspective, it was pleasing to see one of the Reds' most gifted players earn some minutes.
Alexander-Arnold's cameo was as typically limited as you would expect from a full-back under Southgate, with the Reds star unable to play his usual expansive game.
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Reds in Qatar
The opening phase of the 2022 World Cup is almost over and there have already been some shocks among the more predictable results. The tournament has not been too bad so far – and the best thing is that no Liverpool players have picked up any injuries to derail their seasons.
The World Cup odds still fancy the likes of Brazil, Argentina or France to end up lifting the famous trophy later this month. But will there be any World …
Liverpool World Cup Watch: Matchday 2
Time flies by. Each team in Qatar has already played two matches, and some fates have already been decided. Qatar and Canada crashed out early while England and Brazil are now guaranteed a spot in the knockout stages. Ghana bested South Korea in a Match of the Tournament contender, while the US held England to a dreadfully boring stalemate. 7 Liverpool players remain in Qatar, and all of them thankfully remain fully fit and healthy. During Matchday 2, 5 of …
World Cup Matchday 1: Liverpool Roundup
The first 5 days of the World Cup are now complete, and there's been no lack of excitement. We've seen Qatar embarrassed in their opening match, both members of the 2014 final beaten by Asian teams, and a Keylor Navas performance so bad that Alvaro Morata couldn't make him look good. Drama has been aplenty, with the Qatar government being under constant scrutiny for decisions involving beer sales, "One Love" armbands, and more. Hidden among the chaos have been 7 …
Brazil vs Serbia betting preview – Liverpool duo to get off to winning start
Favourites Brazil get their 2022 World Cup campaign underway when they take on Serbia at the Lusail Stadium on Thursday night.
The Brazilians head into the tournament in superb form having come off the back of a record-breaking CONMEBOL qualifying campaign. They amassed 45 points after winning 14 and drawing three of their 17 qualification games to finish six points clear of second-placed Argentina.
It maintained Brazil’s record of qualifying for every World Cup finals since 1930 and they are unbeaten …