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Mauricio Pochettino may have been left wincing as Liverpool near a full agreement with Valencia over the signing of Giorgi Mamardashvili. journalism_rp reports that the goalkeeper was requested as a potential summer signing by the now-USA boss. The Argentine’s successor, Enzo Maresca, however, is understood to hold ‘serious concerns’ over the player’s ‘ability to play out’. Chelsea last considered Giorgi Mamardashvilli in March under Pochettino’s request. They quickly decided against pursuing him this summer in June. GM – though talented did not fit into Enzo Maresca’s plans and there were serious concerns about his ability to play out. Regardless, Fabrizio…
Virgil van Dijk has made his feelings clear on what he wants to see from himself and the Liverpool squad under Arne Slot this term. Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk spoke openly about the team’s preparations for the upcoming 2024/25 season during an interview following his return to full training. The 33-year-old had a long season that saw him make 48 appearances across all competitions on top of a semi-final run at Euro 2024. The Dutchman was not present for the USA pre-season tour but got a run out against Sevilla in last Sunday’s friendly win. The Dutch defender emphasized…
Few positions in world football have dominated the column inches like Liverpool’s midfield department these past 12 months. Last summer, the Reds spent the best part of £150m on it Alexis Mac Allister, Dominik Szoboszlai, Wataru Endo and Ryan Gravenberch were all brought in as Jurgen Klopp waved goodbye to Naby Keita, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Fabinho, James Milner and Jordan Henderson. Meanwhile, both Moises Caicedo and Romeo Lavia were chased before the pair moved to Chelsea. And this transfer window has again seen the Reds dealing with questions around their engine room having failed to land Spain international Martin Zubimendi from…
Erling Haaland will scoop another Golden Boot after a predictor forecasted every Premier League team’s top goalscorer. The Manchester City frontman is eyeing his third gong in as many seasons and that would dtaw him level with Alan Shearer, who also landed three on the bounce. Thierry Henry already grabbed a successive hat-trick with the predictor backing Haaland to break the 30-goal barrier once again. Should the Norwegian score that many then plenty will tip City to claim, yet another, title. His closest competition in the goalscoring stakes is tipped to be Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah – working under a new…
Football pundit and former Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy has told the Reds what they need to do if they want to win the Premier League title this season. The Merseyside club is the only team not only in England but in Europe’s top five leagues not to sign a new player this summer. It has been an eventful summer at Anfield despite the club failing to sign a new player. The club lost manager Jurgen Klopp at the end of the season and welcomed new manager Arne Slot. Then started their transfer saga with Anthony Gordon that failed to materialise…
Liverpool look likely to go into the new Premier League season with virtually the same squad that ended the last campaign. The Reds have had plenty of turnover on the touchline and in the boardroom this summer. However, in terms of the playing staff, things are largely unchanged. Following the news that Liverpool won’t be signing Martin Zubimendi, new head coach Arne Slot will begin the campaign relying on more or less the same players. While that is no bad thing, it does mean that Liverpool are going to have to be a far sight better at managing injuries than…
Three days ago, Superdeporte said Liverpool are in pole to sign Giorgi Mamardashvili. It was also reported the Premier League side are convinced Valencia will lower their demand for the goalkeeper, due to their need to raise funds. AS back that up and say Liverpool are aware that the La Liga side want €40m, but the deal could be concluded for close to that figure, including bonuses. Los Ches have to carry out a few exits before bringing in new faces to the club and the 23-year-old’s exit is heating up. Liverpool have been in contact with the Spanish club…
Trent Alexander-Arnold should tread carefully over any potential move to Real Madrid, with Jurgen Klopp’s words serving as a stark reminder. The Liverpool ace has been linked with a transfer to the Bernabeu in light of uncertainty about his Anfield future. The 25-year-old has less than 12 months remaining on his contract, and while both player and club are open to extending his deal, Madrid could swoop if negotiations go south. As, it turns out, could Barcelona, who are also monitoring Alexander-Arnold’s situation. Yet recent history tells us that leaving Liverpool for a top overseas club doesn’t always pan out.…
Liverpool center-back Virgil van Dijk has suggested his team needs reinforcements to keep up with their Premier League rivals in the 2024-25 season. He also hinted that the Merseysiders had not yet offered him a contract extension despite him having less than a year remaining on his contract. Widely hailed as the best center-back in the world, Van Dijk has been at Liverpool since January 2018. Over the years, he has proven himself to be a rock at the back for the Reds, producing match-saving performances on cue. The Dutchman currently wears the captain’s armband for the 19-time English champions…
Liverpool’s agreement to sell Fabio Carvalho might not be the only talented youngster they let go this summer. A £27.5m deal has been agreed with Brentford for the sale of the 21-year-old which has potentially opened the door for others to walk out – as per the latest reports. For example, Tyler Morton – who impressed on loan last season – could exit. Moreover, Bobby Clark is garnering interest from RB Salzburg and could join former Liverpool assistant Pep Lijnders. Paul Joyce of The Times has reported that Liverpool are considering a third offer from RB Salzburg for Bobby Clark,…