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  • Liverpool transfer news: Romeo Lavia decision, Moises Caicedo deal finalized, Gabri Viga Latest Everton U21 updates

    Liverpool transfer news: Romeo Lavia decision, Moises Caicedo deal finalized, Gabri Viga Latest Everton U21 updates

    Liverpool transfer news: Romeo Lavia decision, Moises Caicedo deal finalized, Gabri Viga Latest Everton U21 updates
    The Premier League season has finally begun as the Reds enjoyed an average start to the season with a 1-1 draw at Stamford Bridge. All in all, it’s a positive for Liverpool as they look to strengthen their squad ahead of their first home game against AFC Bournemouth.

    Recent transfer speculation meant Chelsea have reportedly finalize a deal with Brighton & Hove Albion to sign Moises Caicedo.

    As we know, Liverpool have agreed a transfer fee with the Ecuadorian midfielder but the Londoners have resurfaced in the hunt for his signature and, if reports are to be believed, seem destined to make the move .

    Romeo Lavia is a player who also remains closely associated with Liverpool. Reports from Belgium and England have suggested the Reds are looking to undermine Chelsea’s £55million bid for the Southampton man.

    Fabinho receives gift after Al Ittihad debut

    They said the riches of Saudi Arabia were too great to be withheld, well, that takes it to another level…

    Previously, Fabinho played 90 minutes in his first start for Al Ittihad, who won the season opener 3-0. After the match, the former Red was approached by a reporter who offered him a Rolex for his outstanding performance. Hopefully it wasn’t damaged when he dropped it. Bobby Clark makes Liverpool statement as Everton miss mini-derby

    Liverpool started their Premier League 2 season in impressive fashion with a 4-0 victory over Everton at the Academy on Monday.

    Bobby Clark had a major impact on the final result, assisting Mateusz Musialowski and substitute Tom Hill before scoring the final goal in the season opener at the Academy in Kirkby on Monday night.

    Full time: Liverpool U21 – Everton U21 4-0

    In aggregate, Liverpool beat Everton 4-0 in the Premier League opener 2. Musialowski, Miles and Hill scored the first three goals while man of the match Clark netted the fourth. A great performance. Goal! Liverpool U21 4-0 Everton U21

    4:0! Bobby Clark gets the goal his performance deserves. Liverpool beat Everton here.

    Goal! Liverpool U21 3-0 Everton U21

    Another Liverpool goal! This time it’s substitute Tom Hill who rolls a ball into the bottom corner. 3-0 after 83 minutes.

    Goal! Liverpool U21 2-0 Everton U21

    Another goal for Liverpool! This time, Musialowski is the assist, using Miles, who fires the ball hard into the bottom line. 2-0 after 60 minutes.

    Goal! Liverpool U21s 1-0 Everton U21s

    Liverpool finally get the breakthrough. Clark fought his way through central defense and Musialowski showed good composure to slip past Everton goalkeeper Crellin and score. 1-0 after 52 minutes.

    Second half kick-off: Liverpool U21 0-0 Everton U21

    Second half underway here at the Liverpool Academy in Kirkby with the Under 21s goalless against Everton in the Premier League 2 mini derby. Fabinho wins Al Ittihad debut
    Al Ittihad kicked off the Saudi Pro League on Monday afternoon with a comfortable 3-0 win over Al Raed.

    The ex-Red Fabinho made his first league start for the club in the No.8 shirt, playing 90 minutes before being substituted.

    Half-time: Liverpool U21 0-0 Everton U21 

    After half-time, Liverpool absolutely dominated Everton, hitting the tie twice but finding no way out. Scoreless in the Premier League 2 mini derby.

    Second half kick-off
    Tyler Adams’ release clause has been fulfilled
    Bournemouth have fulfilled Tyler Adams’ £20million release clause, according to TalkSport’s Alex Crook. The American was first embroiled in the Liverpool transfer drama when Chelsea appeared ready to sign him late last week, but he was knocked out at the last minute. He is, of course, one of the defensive midfielders known to be on the market as the Reds plot their next target and could now face Jurgen Klopp’s men for the Cherries when they meet on Saturday.

    Clark hits the bar
    Liverpool finish with another great play down the left touchline. Norris fires the ball back, Clark drops his shoulder on a defender then hits the bar. Everton kind of endures. The gunner hits the woodwork
    This time Cannonier was much closer as his first shot hit the bottom of the post after Scanlon worked well down the left flank.

    Kick-off: Liverpool U21 v Everton U21
    In progress here at the academy. It stopped raining for a while so that’s something. Clark, McConnell, Musialowski, Chambers and Quansah all start.

    Chelsea confirm Moises Caicedo transfer after Liverpool saga

    Chelsea have officially announced the signing of Moises Caicedo from Brighton on an eight-year deal, beating Liverpool with the signing of the player after one of the Premier League’s most high-profile transfer deals. The Reds were unexpectedly placed in charge of midfield with an accepted offer of £110million on Friday, but it was quickly realized Chelsea had the preference for the Ecuadorian and the deal fell through

    Paul Joyce comments on Romeo Lavia’s decision
    The Times’ Paul Joyce says Romeo Lavia’s Liverpool snub leaves club in ‘desperation’

    The Belgian is said to have opted for Stamford Bridge over Anfield, the second player to do so in recent days after Moises Caicedo faced the same conundrum.

    Romeo Lavia is a hit when the transfer decision was made

    Not good news at all for the Reds as Romeo Lavia has opted for Chelsea over Liverpool, according to David Ornstein.

    The Londoners followed suit from Liverpool last month when three offers from Anfield were rejected by Southampton and, having won the battle for Moises Caicedo, also look set to secure Lavia.

    Carragher explains Liverpool’s transfer blunder
    Jamie Carragher has admitted it is “not fair” that Liverpool signed a transfer deal with Brighton & Hove Albion for Moises Caicedo before determining whether the player himself wanted the transfer.

    The Reds are in limbo over the Ecuadorian after Chelsea were allowed back in the race for the 21-year-old, despite Jurgen Klopp’s side earning £110m from the Seagulls on Friday. It seemed clear Caicedo would be heading to Anfield at this point, although this saga took a dramatic turn later that afternoon.

    Reports began to emerge suggesting that the midfielder was having “second thoughts” about joining Liverpool and would wait for Chelsea to improve their rivals’ offer due to his preference to sign for the Londoners. And our principal LFC writer Ian Doyle reported on Sunday evening that Chelsea have now secured a £115m deal with Brighton. The public nature of this transfer battle certainly doesn’t suit the Reds, who so often go under the radar with their affairs, a notable change that has Carragher worried.

    Veiga 'heading to Napoli'

    Tchouameni ‘admiration’

    Liverpool are said to be among several leading clubs who maintain a long-standing admiration for Aurelien Tchouameni.

    This was reported by The Athletic, which also reports that Real Madrid see the midfielder as an important player and would not consider his departure, while the player has no interest in leaving.

    Tchouameni only joined Madrid last summer and has been closely linked with a move to Anfield, with Liverpool maintaining a strong interest in the midfielder.

    Caicedo has completed a medical ahead of his £115m ($146m) move to Chelsea. ECHO reported on Sunday evening that Chelsea and Brighton & Hove Albion have finally reached an agreement for the 21-year-old and the Stamford Bridge-based club look set to beat Liverpool to signing the midfielder.

    The report also said the Ecuadorian international is set to sign an eight-year contract with an option for another year.

    How Chelsea exploited the loophole
    After one of the most intriguing transfer market sagas in Premier League history, Liverpool are on the verge of losing to Chelsea for midfielder Moises Caicedo.

    After Liverpool signed a sensational £111million deal with Brighton & Hove Albion on Friday, Chelsea continued to push to find a way to make the deal work with the club’s profitability and sustainability rules in mind. more than £750m since the arrival of Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital as owners in May 2022.

    According to multiple reports, Chelsea have now agreed a £115million deal for Caicedo with Brighton after rejecting four previous offers, with the Reds now forced to look to other options to fix their defensive midfield problem. Under Boehly and Clearlake, the Stamford Bridge side dramatically changed the transfer landscape. After signing Enzo Fernandez in January for a record UK transfer fee of £105m, they are now set to break that record again with the signing of Caicedo.

    Veiga ‘heading to Napoli’

    Veiga 'heading to Napoli'
    Napoli have reportedly signed a deal with Celta Vigo for Gabri Veiga and are now working to finalize the transfer.

    ECHO previously reported that Liverpool have been keeping an eye on Veiga this summer as he continues to rebuild their midfield.

    However, according to Spanish media Relevo, Napoli have accepted a payment from Celta Vigo of between €36m and €37m plus a €5m surcharge for Veiga. A 10% forward resale clause will also be included.

    Jurgen Klopp smells like Anthony Taylor
    Liverpool kicked off the new Premier League season on Sunday with a deserved draw against Chelsea.

    An early goal from Luis Díaz was canceled out before half-time by Axel Disasi as the Reds drew to a 1–1 deadlock against Mauricio Pochettino’s side.

    The result means Jurgen Klopp’s men have extended their unbeaten run in the league to 12 games after a strong finish last season.

    But there were plenty that went unnoticed or under the radar during the 90 minutes at Stamford Bridge. Pavard ‘transfer duel’
    Bayern Munich reportedly rejected Manchester United’s first offer for Benjamin Pavard.

    The German newspaper Sport Bild reports it, which also reports that Liverpool are interested in signing the Frenchman.

    The report, picked up by Sport Witness, said there was a “transfer duel” between the two clubs to sign Pavard and that United could be an “interesting option” for him.

    Oxlade-Chamberlain joins Besiktas

    Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain signs for three years with Besiktas.

    The 29-year-old was without a club having left Liverpool after his contract expired this summer. Besiktas are currently in the qualifying rounds for the Europa Conference League as they start their league season against Fatih Karagumruk tonight.

    Liverpool agree to ‘£60m Lavia deal’
    Liverpool have reportedly agreed a £60m deal to sign Romeo Lavia from Southampton.

    That’s according to the Guardian, who report that Liverpool are yet to convince the midfielder to opt them for Chelsea.

    The report also claims that Liverpool are the only club to have reached an agreement with Southampton to sign Lavia and that Chelsea need to increase their offer.

    ECHO reported on Sunday night that the Reds are likely to return for the 19-year-old after three offers have already been rejected. Last transfer Lavia
    Liverpool are likely to return for 19-year-old Southampton’s Romeo Lavia, after three offers have already been rejected.

    But that situation was complicated by the fact that Chelsea also took part in the contest. The Londoners had rejected a £48m offer last week, with a report on Sunday evening saying Chelsea were close to signing the Belgium international.

    Liverpool are not considering the player for Southampton’s asking price, which is said to be in excess of £50m, but may now have no choice but to offer at least that amount if they are to snag the deal.

    Sangare linked

    Liverpool are interested in PSV Eindhoven midfielder Ibrahim Sangare, according to Kiki Musampa. The 46-year-old, brother of Sangare’s agent, has claimed the Reds are among three elite European clubs pursuing the Franco-Ivorian outfit. Nottingham Forest were previously interested in the 25-year-old but were unable to meet the Eredivisie side’s financial demands.

    Musampa has included Liverpool among European leaders Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain in the race to sign Sangare. The former footballer is the brother of Sangare’s agent and was seen on ESPN when he made his confession.

    He said: “There are big clubs that are interested, like Bayern Munich.” Ibrahim is also on the list for Paris Saint-Germain and Liverpool, although he is not yet a priority there. Nottingham Forest had already made an offer but it was not enough.”

  • Moisés Caicedo has been signed by Chelsea in a British record-breaking £115 million deal.

    Moisés Caicedo has been signed by Chelsea in a British record-breaking £115 million deal.

    Moisés Caicedo has been signed by Chelsea in a British record-breaking £115 million deal.
    Moisés Caicedo has been acquired by Chelsea in a deal worth a British record $115 million from Brighton.

    After spending £106.8 million on another midfielder, Enzo Fernández, during the winter transfer window, Chelsea has broken the British transfer record twice in the past seven months. With a club option for an additional year, Caicedo’s contract is for eight years.

    Liverpool had a £111 million offer accepted for Caicedo last Thursday, but they were unable to persuade him to move to Anfield. The Ecuadorian international has always preferred to sign with Chelsea, who will pay £100m plus £15m in performance-related bonuses.

    Additionally, Brighton has a buy-out clause for a player they acquired on February 1, 2021, for an undisclosed sum that is believed to be £4.5 million from the Ecuadorian club Independiente del Valle.

    Chelsea made Caicedo their top target for the defensive midfield position, but Brighton turned down several of their offers. It took weeks for a deal to be reached after a £70 million offer was turned down in the middle of July.

    The action carries on Brighton’s tradition of making sizable profits in the transfer market. For instance, this summer they sold Alexis Mac Allister to Liverpool for £35 million after purchasing him for about £7 million, and last summer Chelsea paid £55 million for the £15 million signing of Marc Cucurella.

    In an effort to sign Southampton midfielder Roméo Lavia before Liverpool, Chelsea is also attempting to do so. Although Chelsea, who are willing to pay £50 million plus add-ons, have agreed to a £60 million deal, the Belgian international would prefer to sign with them.

    When Chelsea called, Caicedo didn’t need to second-guess his decision to sign with the club, saying: “I am so excited to be here at this big club. Being here is a fulfillment of a dream, and I am eager to begin working with the group. “.

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    Premier League clubs issued transfer warning after Chelsea deal collapses

    Premier League clubs issued transfer warning after Chelsea deal collapses
    An extraordinarily turbulent week in the transfer window has left Leeds United and USMNT star Tyler Adams out of the cold with a botched move to Chelsea, but other Premier League clubs are circling

    Leeds United and USA star Tyler Adams has suffered the bitter disappointment that a dream move to Chelsea crashed after the Blues’ successful double strike for Moises Caicedo and Romeo Lavia, but there is light at the end of the tunnel for the 24 year old .

    The US men’s national team captain had traveled to London on Friday for a medical after the Stamford Bridge club agreed a £20m release clause. Brighton & Hove Albion star Caicedo and Southampton talent Lavia.

    Chelsea’s spending spree under US owners Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital will continue with fees in the region of £110m and £55m to be paid for Caicedo and Lavia respectively, but Adams – who has a hamstring injury and is ruled out at least until mid-September – was disappointed.

    However, according to The Athletic, Adams’ frustration could be short-lived as other Premier League clubs were made aware of the player’s availability after his move to Chelsea fell through.

    No suitor has been named, but midfielder Adams could fit the profile Manchester United are aiming for, with Fiorentina’s Moroccan international Sofyan Amrabat on their radar following the sale of Fred to Fenerbahce.

    Liverpool will also certainly be in the market for midfield reinforcements in the final weeks of the period as the Reds’ pursuit of Caicedo and Lavia is on the brink of failure, adding to the disappointment at the unexpected defeat of supporters Jordan Henderson and Fabinho for the charm . of Saudi Arabia’s wealth.

    Premier League clubs issued transfer warning after Chelsea deal collapses
    Adams made 24 appearances for Leeds last season as the club exited the Premier League, but he is likely to remain in the top flight due to the release clause coming into effect following the club’s relegation.

    The 36-capped US international captained his country at last year’s World Cup in Qatar and was followed by Aston Villa, Brighton, Nottingham Forest and West Ham United for his defensive strengths in the center of the pitch.

    Adams isn’t the only Leeds star to head to the Elland Road exit this summer, with Italy winger Wilfried Gnonto sitting out Saturday’s defeat at Birmingham City amid interest from Everton.

    Gnonto played in the season-opening 2-2 draw with Cardiff City, but missed out on the midweek Carabao Cup win against Shrewsbury Town after being told he would not be sold this summer. He also made himself unavailable for the last defeat at St Andrews, for which Leeds issued a statement on the “internal disciplinary issue”.

    He said: “Despite training for the past two days, Willy has informed Daniel Farke that he is still unable to play this weekend and has not traveled to Birmingham for tomorrow’s game.”

  • Roy Keane compares Liverpool to Man Utd, Newcastle, Arsenal, and Chelsea in the top four competition.

    Roy Keane compares Liverpool to Man Utd, Newcastle, Arsenal, and Chelsea in the top four competition.

    Roy Keane compares Liverpool to Man Utd, Newcastle, Arsenal, and Chelsea in the top four competition.
    Liverpool secured a hard-fought point in Sunday’s Premier League opener after being held 1-1 by Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. It was an action-packed game as both teams were denied a goal and Liverpool had to register a second-half VAR penalty.

    It’s been just one game and the Reds have already had heart-pounding drama. We can only expect this season to continue as it started, with many twists and turns, especially when it comes to fighting for the top 4.

    Last season, Liverpool struggled to maintain consistent form and failed to qualify for the Champions League. They finished fifth after the last game of the season, which was canceled by Manchester United and Newcastle, both certainly another challenge.

    Speaking to Sky Sports, Roy Keane admitted he sees another triumph for Manchester City at the top of the table, but says there is “a lot of competition” when it comes to battling for a top-four finish.

    “I said before, unless they really drop out and get seriously injured or lose that hunger, other teams have a chance, but I don’t see anyone competing with Manchester City. I think United will be in the top four, look at L ‘Arsenal have improved, look at Newcastle, Villa will respond well [to defeat].

    “Liverpool, Chelsea – there’s a lot of competition, but for a lot of these teams it’s the top four and that includes United. Newcastle are definitely in contention for the top four. I think they’ve gotten stronger, their recruiting has been great.”

    Immediate rivals Liverpool have strengthened considerably in the transfer market this summer, making plenty of signings. The Reds got off to a good start after signing Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai, but the sudden departures of Jordan Henderson and Fabinho left Jurgen Klopp struggling to sign replacements for the now decadent and worrying midfielder.

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    Trent Alexander-Arnold has confessed he cannot be the leader that James Milner was and has urged other Liverpool stars to fill the void.

    Trent Alexander-Arnold has confessed he cannot be the leader that James Milner was and has urged other Liverpool stars to fill the void. Milner, 37, has now left Anfield for Brighton after a fantastic eight years at the club. He moved to Merseyside in June 2015 after five seasons with Manchester City. The Leeds-born ace won two Premier Leagues, an EFL Cup and an FA Cup with the Citizens. And he added the 2018-19 Champions League to another Premier League triumph with the Reds. The former England winger also won both domestic cups with Liverpool but has now joined the Seagulls. Milner left his contract this summer and signed a one-year contract with Amex with an option for an additional 12 months. Since Jordan Henderson also left the club, Virgil van Dijk took over the captaincy. Alexander-Arnold was named vice-captain. But the Englishman believes it will take a concerted effort to replicate the effect Milner had in the dressing room. "I play a role in making sure I live up to the standard every day," she told the Daily Mail. “By losing Milner, you can't replace him immediately. A lot of people will be needed. Others have to step forward. "We have to make sure that the way he has continued to push us forward is replaced." Liverpool's midfield will look very different in 2023/24. Fabinho, Naby Keita, Fabio Carvalho and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain joined the departures of Henderson and Milner. Carvalho's departure was on loan to RB Leipzig for a year, while Roberto Firmino has also left. There are newcomers too, with Dominik Szoboszlai and Alexis Mac Allister now on board. Alexander-Arnold aware of Liverpool's role Liverpool fans are hoping for a return to the form they played regularly in the Champions League until last season. Nine defeats in the top flight have left them well off pace and in fifth place. That just means Europa League for the Anfield faithful. They will open the season at home against Chelsea on Sunday afternoon. Alexander-Arnold will be one of the players Klopp will look to when the chips run out. The man with 20 England caps knows he won't have the same impact as Milner. But he hopes to have qualities that can provoke a reaction from his teammates. “I am aware of myself. I know I will never be a James Milner," he added. "I will never be that kind of leader, but the leadership qualities that I have have to be demonstrated and they have to be seen, heard and used in an effective way for the team." "I have to keep pushing forward to try to achieve the things that I want to achieve." Alexander-Arnold could well be used in Klopp's midfield this season. Last season he was used several times in the hybrid position. Gareth Southgate has also propelled him higher up the pitch for England and it could be that the future of the Liverpool man lies on the right side of midfield.
    Milner, 37, has now left Anfield for Brighton after a fantastic eight years at the club. He moved to Merseyside in June 2015 after five seasons with Manchester City. The Leeds-born ace won two Premier Leagues, an EFL Cup and an FA Cup with the Citizens.

    And he added the 2018-19 Champions League to another Premier League triumph with the Reds. The former England winger also won both domestic cups with Liverpool but has now joined the Seagulls.

    Milner left his contract this summer and signed a one-year contract with Amex with an option for an additional 12 months.

    Since Jordan Henderson also left the club, Virgil van Dijk took over the captaincy.

    Alexander-Arnold was named vice-captain. But the Englishman believes it will take a concerted effort to replicate the effect Milner had in the dressing room. “I play a role in making sure I live up to the standard every day,” she told the Daily Mail. “By losing Milner, you can’t replace him immediately. A lot of people will be needed. Others have to step forward.

    “We have to make sure that the way he has continued to push us forward is replaced.”

    Liverpool’s midfield will look very different in 2023/24. Fabinho, Naby Keita, Fabio Carvalho and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain joined the departures of Henderson and Milner.

    Carvalho’s departure was on loan to RB Leipzig for a year, while Roberto Firmino has also left.

    There are newcomers too, with Dominik Szoboszlai and Alexis Mac Allister now on board.

    Alexander-Arnold aware of Liverpool’s role
    Liverpool fans are hoping for a return to the form they played regularly in the Champions League until last season.

    Nine defeats in the top flight have left them well off pace and in fifth place. That just means Europa League for the Anfield faithful.

    They will open the season at home against Chelsea on Sunday afternoon.

    Alexander-Arnold will be one of the players Klopp will look to when the chips run out.

    The man with 20 England caps knows he won’t have the same impact as Milner.

    But he hopes to have qualities that can provoke a reaction from his teammates. “I am aware of myself. I know I will never be a James Milner,” he added.

    “I will never be that kind of leader, but the leadership qualities that I have have to be demonstrated and they have to be seen, heard and used in an effective way for the team.”

    “I have to keep pushing forward to try to achieve the things that I want to achieve.”

    Alexander-Arnold could well be used in Klopp’s midfield this season. Last season he was used several times in the hybrid position. Gareth Southgate has also propelled him higher up the pitch for England and it could be that the future of the Liverpool man lies on the right side of midfield.

  • Jörg Schmadtke can exercise the third release clause in his $41 million transfer, to complete Liverpool’s midfield

    Jörg Schmadtke can exercise the third release clause in his $41 million transfer, to complete Liverpool’s midfield

    Jörg Schmadtke can exercise the third release clause in his $41 million transfer, To complete Liverpool's midfield
    In Jörg Schmadtke’s brief tenure, Liverpool has a fondness for release clauses. He could use one more to provide Jürgen Klopp with a top-tier midfield.

    Ibrahim Sangaré of PSV Eindhoven is a potential addition for Jürgen Klopp’s team and is reportedly a target for Liverpool.

    The Reds have reportedly joined Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain in their pursuit of midfielder Sangaré, according to Kiki Musampa, the brother of Sangaré’s agent. “There are big clubs that are interested, such as Bayern Munich,” he told ESPN Netherlands.

    Ibrahim is also on the list at Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain, but neither club has made him a priority just yet. Although Nottingham Forest had already made an offer, it was insufficient. “.

    The 25-year-old has reportedly drawn the interest of Aston Villa in the past, but a transfer to England has not yet occurred.

    In any case, Sangaré now has the ideal chance to make the transition into English football’s top division thanks to the gaps in Liverpool’s midfield. His special qualities and physique will give Klopp the reinforcement he needs in front of his defense. It might be time for Jörg Schmadtke to take action.

    Liverpool is actively looking for a defensive midfielder, which is no secret. Sangaré is the newest name to be added to the ever-expanding list of potential solutions for Schmadtke, whose pursuit of Moisés Caicedo and Roméo Lavia amply demonstrates the squad’s flaws.

    Jörg Schmadtke can exercise the third release clause in his $41 million transfer, To complete Liverpool's midfield
    There is a need for defensive reinforcements, and Sangaré’s 1.9 meter frame would provide that. He is tenacious on the defensive end of the field, averaging 2.5 tackles, 1.5 blocks, and 1.9 clearances per 90 minutes, and he provides the ideal barrier ahead of the defense for Klopp to turn to in order to stabilize his team.

    His 58 percent success rate in tackles against dribblers demonstrates his dominance on the field, but his contributions extend beyond this area of the game.

    He is eager to retain the ball and move forward to help his teammates advance, in addition to his willingness to win the ball back for his team. Sangaré consistently displays his excellent passing range and accuracy while in possession, averaging just under eight progressive passes per game with an 84% completion rate.

    The player exhibits a variety of skills and, at only 25 years old, is still far from reaching his peak performance. Given other deals that its rivals have made, Liverpool and Schmadtke could once again sign a top-tier midfielder for what would have to be regarded as a fraction of the market price with an apparent release clause of only $41 million (£32 million/€37 million).

    Trent Alexander-Arnold, in his new role, Dominik Szoboszlai, Alexis Mac Allister, and Curtis Jones give Liverpool the ball-playing and creative midfielders they need to hurt any opponent. Sangaré’s abilities to win the ball, along with his other qualities, could be combined with this to give Klopp one of the Premier League’s most balanced and solid midfields.

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    Liverpool news: Trent Alexander-Arnold names player he won’t be’ as Jurgen Klopp says what he needs to do to replace late star

    Trent Alexander-Arnold sends a clear message to Liverpool Premier League rivals after Chelsea draw
    Trent Alexander-Arnold has confessed he cannot be the leader that James Milner was and has urged other Liverpool stars to fill the void.

    Milner, 37, has now left Anfield for Brighton after a fantastic eight years at the club. He moved to Merseyside in June 2015 after five seasons with Manchester City. The Leeds-born ace won two Premier Leagues, an EFL Cup and an FA Cup with the Citizens.

    And he added the 2018-19 Champions League to another Premier League triumph with the Reds. The former England winger also won both domestic cups with Liverpool but has now joined the Seagulls.

    Milner left his contract this summer and signed a one-year contract with Amex with an option for an additional 12 months.

    Since Jordan Henderson also left the club, Virgil van Dijk took over the captaincy.

    Alexander-Arnold was named vice-captain. But the Englishman believes it will take a concerted effort to replicate the effect Milner had in the dressing room. “I play a role in making sure I live up to the standard every day,” she told the Daily Mail. “By losing Milner, you can’t replace him immediately. A lot of people will be needed. Others have to step forward.

    “We have to make sure that the way he has continued to push us forward is replaced.”

    Liverpool’s midfield will look very different in 2023/24. Fabinho, Naby Keita, Fabio Carvalho and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain joined the departures of Henderson and Milner.

    Carvalho’s departure was on loan to RB Leipzig for a year, while Roberto Firmino has also left.

    There are newcomers too, with Dominik Szoboszlai and Alexis Mac Allister now on board.

    Alexander-Arnold aware of Liverpool’s role
    Liverpool fans are hoping for a return to the form they played regularly in the Champions League until last season.

    Nine defeats in the top flight have left them well off pace and in fifth place. That just means Europa League for the Anfield faithful.

    They will open the season at home against Chelsea on Sunday afternoon.

    Alexander-Arnold will be one of the players Klopp will look to when the chips run out.

    The man with 20 England caps knows he won’t have the same impact as Milner.

    But he hopes to have qualities that can provoke a reaction from his teammates. “I am aware of myself. I know I will never be a James Milner,” he added.

    “I will never be that kind of leader, but the leadership qualities that I have have to be demonstrated and they have to be seen, heard and used in an effective way for the team.”

    “I have to keep pushing forward to try to achieve the things that I want to achieve.”

    Alexander-Arnold could well be used in Klopp’s midfield this season. Last season he was used several times in the hybrid position. Gareth Southgate has also propelled him higher up the pitch for England and it could be that the future of the Liverpool man lies on the right side of midfield.

  • Liverpool recently inquired about acquiring two Real Madrid players.

    Liverpool recently inquired about acquiring two Real Madrid players.

    Liverpool has only recently inquired about acquiring two Real Madrid players.
    According to reports, Liverpool has expressed interest in signing both Federico Valverde and Aurelien Tchouameni, with Real Madrid likely to make one of the midfielders available.

    Since Liverpool will lose Moises Caicedo and Romeo Lavia to Chelsea, the Secret Scout claims that the Reds are keen on the Madrid pair.

    This summer, Liverpool has been linked to both Tchouameni and Valverde, and Madrid may now be willing to let go of one of the midfielders given that Jude Bellingham has already emerged as a star under Carlo Ancelotti.

    Due to Liverpool’s recent indication that they are willing to spend significantly on the right player this window, an offer from the Reds may therefore be alluring for Madrid.

    Chelsea’s pursuit of Caicedo makes a £110 million bid for the midfielder likely to fall through, but Tchouameni or Valverde could make outstanding replacements for the Reds this summer.

    A game-changer for Liverpool could be the signing of Tchouameni or Valverde.

    Although neither player is a well-established no, Tchouameni and Valverde both bring something very unique to Liverpool’s team that is difficult to match. No Red fan can dispute that they will all want one or the other at Anfield.

    Tchouameni and Valverde are renowned athletes who represent one of the top club teams in the world. If either of them were to become available for transfer, it would be a major coup for Liverpool.

    Both Tchouameni and Valverde are talented enough to put Liverpool in the running for the Premier League title if the money were available to sign either player.

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    Virgil van Dijk desires “a couple more” Liverpool additions to strengthen the team.

    Virgil van Dijk desires "a couple more" Liverpool additions to strengthen the team.
    Dominik Szoboszlai and Alexis Mac Allister got Liverpool off to a strong start, but captain Virgil van Dijk wants “a couple more” players to sign on.

    The Reds’ opening Premier League match ended in a 1-1 draw at Chelsea, making it a mixed day for the team.

    Axel Disasi’s goal tied the score after Luis Diaz’s opening goal was overruled for offside. Both teams also had goals disallowed after Nicolas Jackson’s obvious handball in the box was disallowed.

    Szoboszlai and Mac Allister stood out for Liverpool, but the lack of a defensive midfielder next to them made it difficult for them to perform well on their debuts.

    Van Dijk admitted he would like to see a “couple more” signings while expressing his “very happiness” with Liverpool’s business thus far in an interview with BBC Sport following the game.

    “I am very impressed with the guys; as a human being coming to a new club, it is good how they are coming in,” he said.

    “Our club is very family-friendly.

    “Their quality spoke for itself on the pitch. I’m overjoyed with them.

    “Let’s see if we can add a few more players while the transfer window is still open to make the team as strong as we can for this coming campaign. “.

    Moisés Caicedo signed, two more transfers - Liverpool's dream team in Jurgen Klopp's ideal scenario
    With a £111 million agreement for Moises Caicedo, Liverpool is actively looking to add a new player to the middle of the field, despite the fact that he reportedly prefers Chelsea.

    With owners Fenway Sports Group traveling to the UK for the game and Romeo Lavia of Southampton being another known target, it is hoped that negotiations will move forward soon.

    Van Dijk was happy with Liverpool’s performance and a point from west London in the first game.

    “It is our goal to put things right. We played very well for 20, 25, both with and without the ball, and we scored a good goal,” he said.

    “They got involved after the goal was disallowed.

    I thought we did a pretty good job of defending.
    It’s difficult.

    The game was excellent overall and could have gone either way. We recognize the point. “.

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    Romano discloses Liverpool phone conversation regarding £50 million deal on Friday after Reds fail “secret job”

    Fabrizio Romano claims that after Chelsea submitted a revised offer on Friday, Liverpool called Southampton to discuss a potential trade for Romeo
    Fabrizio Romano claims that after Chelsea submitted a revised offer on Friday, Liverpool called Southampton to discuss a potential trade for Romeo Lavia.

    Liverpool made a move for Moises Caicedo, as reported, and Jurgen Klopp confirmed it in his press conference on Friday. A bid of approximately £110 million was reportedly accepted.

    However, it was later discovered that the Ecuadorian player had told the Reds that “he only wants to join” Chelsea this summer, with the Blues preparing a new offer of their own.

    In an effort to find at least one replacement for Jordan Henderson and Fabinho, both of whom left for Saudi Arabia earlier this summer, Liverpool has also been in a competition with Chelsea for Southampton midfielder Lavia, who is valued at £50 million.

    The losses of Naby Keita, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, and James Milner, who left on free transfers, were covered by the additions of Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai earlier this summer.

    Liverpool has made several offers to Southampton for Belgian international Lavia but they have all been rejected, and they now run the risk of losing out to Chelsea in the race for him as well.

    Additionally, despite having so far been unable to meet Southampton’s asking price, according to transfer expert Romano, Liverpool are still interested in signing Lavia and last night made contact with the Saints.

    “The Moises Caicedo saga has been just, if not more, crazy,” Romano wrote in his Caught Offside column on Friday. “The story of the day on Friday was Harry Kane to Bayern. Chelsea is currently in touch with Brighton to make another offer for Caicedo as of the time of writing.

    So let’s wait for that action since it is very important. On Friday around noon, when it appeared that everything was in place for Caicedo to join Jurgen Klopp’s team, he made it very clear to Liverpool that he wanted to go to Chelsea.

    “So that’s why Chelsea are now working on a club-to-club agreement after weeks of negotiations. Chelsea seemed to be certain that they would be the only ones working on this deal, but Liverpool did a great job on their “secret job.”. The player’s preference will always determine the outcome in the end.

    “Chelsea also made a fresh offer to Southampton on Friday night for Romeo Lavia, but let’s wait for Caicedo’s conclusion before concluding that the 19-year-old’s story is over because Liverpool also called Southampton on Friday afternoon.

    Liverpool has also been in the running all day, but Chelsea consider Lavia to be a separate deal from Caicedo. Southampton has made it clear that they will not sell Lavia for less than £50 million. “.

  • Fourth offer from Liverpool accepted with a desperate £15 million raise for signing – Report.

    Fourth offer from Liverpool accepted with a desperate £15 million raise for signing – Report.

    Chelsea outbid Liverpool for Caicedo, but they might not have to do so again to secure Lavia's services.
    Chelsea outbid Liverpool for Caicedo, but they might not have to do so again to secure Lavia’s services.

    The way both teams played yesterday demonstrated how desperately they need good play breakers in the middle of the field. The Blues and Reds both missed Kante and Fabinho, but they must now look to the future.

    Liverpool has been pursuing Romeo Lavia for some time, and after seeing their first three offers rejected, Southampton has finally accepted their fourth offer, which they pushed up by £15 million in a last-ditch effort.

    The Saints rejected the Merseysiders’ initial £37 million offer for the Belgian international last month.

    The Liverpool team submitted their second offer, worth approximately £41 million, at the beginning of August but was once again rejected (The Athletic).

    Days later, the 19-time English champions offered £45 million, and the St. Mary’s outfit returned it right away (Sky Sports).

    Southampton has been requesting a fee of £50 million for Lavia for the entire time, but Liverpool kept wasting time with inadequate offers.

    Surprisingly, they then focused on Caicedo and reached a deal with Brighton for a club record sum. Although Chelsea had also made a £55 million offer for Lavia, the player eventually joined them (The Guardian).

    In an effort to sign the 19-year-old from the Saints for a fee of £60 million, Liverpool increased their initial offer by £15 million due to the urgency and desperation of the situation (Sky Sports).

    We have been in this situation before, most recently with the Caicedo transfer saga, and regrettably the last-ditch effort won’t be successful given that Romeo Lavia is reportedly choosing to sign with Chelsea for a lower price (The Athletic).

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    Trent Alexander-Arnold sends a clear message to Liverpool Premier League rivals after Chelsea draw

    Trent Alexander-Arnold sends a clear message to Liverpool Premier League rivals after Chelsea drawLiverpool drew 1-1 against Chelsea in their first game of the Premier League season
    Trent Alexander-Arnold has insisted that Liverpool view themselves as title challengers this season, despite few people supporting them to do so.

    The majority expect Manchester City to retain their Premier League title this season, making them the first team to win England’s top flight for four consecutive years, with Arsenal as their closest rivals.

    Liverpool’s lack of transfer market signings has left many hesitant to tip for the title, with a defensive midfielder and centre-back still missing from the squad. Sunday’s 1-1 draw against Chelsea exposed both areas. , with the Reds exposed on several occasions during the game at Stamford Bridge.

    This performance may have done little to convince doubters that Klopp’s men are capable of challenging for the top spot, though Alexander-Arnold pays no heed to such predictions. Asked about the lack of outside belief that Liverpool can achieve the goal this season, the Reds right-back said: “It’s good for us.”

    We have proven over the years that we can do it. We have a team full of winners, we just signed a player who won the World Cup [Mac Allister] and another who won in Germany [Szoboszlai].

    “We have a winning mentality and our goal this season is to win the league. We won’t hesitate to do that, and neither should we. Our expectation is that we’ll be around by the end of the year. We look back on last season as a big disappointment, because with the quality of players we have, we should be fighting for the title every year.”

    Trent Alexander-Arnold sends a clear message to Liverpool Premier League rivals after Chelsea draw
    Calls to bring in new midfielders to Liverpool are only getting louder following the 1-1 draw with Chelsea, although Alexander-Arnold has admitted he is ready to step in on a permanent basis if asked to give up his defensive duties entirely .

    “It’s something I’m really looking forward to and it’s something I’ll love to play, but it’s not my decision,” he told Sky Sports. “If and when this decision comes, I will learn on the job and try to make it work. We have to try to get as close to perfection as possible, and it’s difficult. There are times when we will lose the ball and it will be easier for Ibou [Konate] to move into right-back and for me into centre-back.

    “I like to get things done, get on the ball and help my team win games. Doing it from a central box allows me to get out of reach more and play more from the center of the pitch, I’ve always been told in the last few seasons to press up so it’s easier to transition, but when they come down our left is way behind!”

    Speaking of Chelsea’s performance, the 24-year-old added: “It was a difficult game. They made a lot of changes, but so did we. I think they had a point to prove today after a really bad season in their books and it was always going to be a tough place to come. Stamford Bridge, would you take a point from here to the start of the season and we’ll build on that.

    “We got ready for them to start in a 4-3-3 formation, but they came up with a three-man defense or a five-man defense, whatever you want to call it. They made it difficult for us to play and pressed hard in the first 20 or 25 minutes we played. really good, but for some reason we couldn’t keep up and they took over the game.

  • Chelsea is prepared to sign Lavia in addition to Caicedo In second Liverpool blow

    Chelsea is prepared to sign Lavia in addition to Caicedo In second Liverpool blow

    Chelsea's extravagant spending will likely continue as they get closer to a potential £45 million transfer.
    By snatching Southampton’s Roméo Lavia from Liverpool, Chelsea is poised to continue their spending binge.

    Jürgen Klopp is preparing for more disappointment in his search for a new midfielder after Liverpool already missed out on Caicedo, whose preferred destination was Stamford Bridge.

    On Sunday night, Southampton accepted a bid from the Merseyside club for Lavia worth up to £60 million, but the 19-year-old has yet to decide to sign with them.

    Chelsea is optimistic that a deal to acquire Lavia will soon be completed. Despite not having an agreement with Southampton, they anticipate paying £50 million for the Belgian player, plus any additional fees.

    With the most recent acquisitions, Chelsea will have spent close to £900 million since being acquired by Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital last summer. How they will comply with financial fair play rules will be questioned in light of the expenditure. Kepa Arrizabalaga, the goalkeeper, joined Real Madrid on loan, and they have already moved 13 players out this summer. A few more players may leave before the transfer window closes on September 1.

    On Sunday, Klopp took a shot at Chelsea’s spending, saying that their managers typically get what they want. Liverpool had a bid of £111 million accepted for Caicedo, but Chelsea outbid them with a bid of £100 million plus an additional £15 million. He has an eight-year contract with the possibility of an additional year, and he might play when Chelsea visits West Ham on Sunday.

    Mauricio Pochettino has been scrambling to bolster his midfield depth. Mason Mount, Mateo Kovacic, N’Golo Kanté, Jorginho, and Ruben Loftus-Cheek are among the players Chelsea has allowed to leave this year. On Sunday, they drew 1-1 with Liverpool, starting with a midfield of Enzo Fernández, Conor Gallagher, and Carney Chukwuemeka. Gallagher could be sold to raise money after Lavia arrives.

    Fernández became the most expensive player in English football history when Chelsea acquired him in January for £106.8 million. With the addition of Caicedo, Pochettino now has midfield talent worth more than £200 million after the Argentina midfielder shone against Liverpool.

    Brighton was tough to deal with; they demanded at least £100 million for Caicedo and turned down multiple offers for the 21-year-old. The Ecuadorian midfielder, who cost £4.5m to sign with the Seagulls from Independiente del Valle in February 2021, has a sell-on clause negotiated.

    Tyler Adams’ Leeds contract’s £20 million release clause has been activated by Bournemouth. The 24-year-old American international’s transfer to Chelsea fell through when Chelsea intensified talks with Caicedo and Lavia. The player was set to join Chelsea. In addition, Liverpool and Adams have been mentioned.

    The midfielder will become Bournemouth’s eighth summer addition, and the team is hopeful. After Leeds was demoted to the Championship in May, Adams’ release clause became effective.

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    Chelsea’s extravagant spending will likely continue as they get closer to a potential £45 million transfer.

    Chelsea's extravagant spending will likely continue as they get closer to a potential £45 million transfer.
    As they get closer to a deal regarding Crystal Palace star Michael Olise, Chelsea is reportedly going to keep up their outrageous spending in the transfer market.

    According to the Evening Standard, the Blues and Olise are close to reaching a personal agreement, and they hope to sign the 21-year-old Frenchman for about £45 million.

    Although the competition is likely to be quite fierce in this squad so full of new signings under Todd Boehly’s ownership, Olise has impressed during his time at Selhurst Park and it would be intriguing to see him make the transition to a club like Chelsea.

    According to Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea also appear to have a deal in place for Moises Caicedo, and a report from the Evening Standard claims that they are in advanced negotiations with Southampton’s Romeo Lavia.

    Since taking over at Stamford Bridge, new manager Mauricio Pochettino has received a lot of support in the transfer market, making Olise an excellent addition to this Chelsea team.

    This comes after a long list of notable departures from the club this summer, including those of Mason Mount, Kai Havertz, N’Golo Kante, Mateo Kovacic, Cesar Azpilicueta, and Edouard Mendy.

     

  • Report: Chelsea and Michael Olise have personal terms agreed upon.

    Report: Chelsea and Michael Olise have personal terms agreed upon.

    Michael Olise has reportedly reached a personal agreement with Chelsea to join his old club, according to reports coming out of France
    Michael Olise has reportedly reached a personal agreement with Chelsea to join his old club, according to reports coming out of France this morning.

    Earlier in the transfer window, we were rumored to be interested in the 21-year-old, but Christopher Nkunku’s injury presumably (re-)inspired these efforts. While currently injured, Olise is anticipated to make a full recovery within a month.

    Even though there hasn’t been an agreement with Crystal Palace yet, doing so would only require paying their asking price, which appears to be more than £30 million. We’re willing to spend a lot of money, so I don’t think the fee will stop us in this case either, given our spending habits.

    With all the space the Liverpool back line will inevitably leave behind them, Mudryk could have a lot of fun playing against them. Mudryk, who wants to succeed at the Bridge, would be the ideal candidate to launch a counterattack, which could be extremely important.

    Similarly, Nicolas Jackson, who cost about £30 million to sign with the team earlier this summer, has already made it abundantly clear to his teammates that he wants the ball passed over the top to him so he can enter the play from behind. Jackson had a fantastic preseason and displayed his all-around talent, but he has a knack for playing on the last defender’s shoulder and snatching up errant passes.

    On Sunday, either of these attackers could pose serious difficulties for Liverpool. The rest of the team must attempt to withstand what is anticipated to be a ferocious press from the opponents at Stamford Bridge.

     

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    Report: Chelsea and Michael Olise have personal terms agreed upon.
    According to reports, Mauricio Pochettino tried his hardest to get the Chelsea supporters at Stamford Bridge to make more noise in the waning seconds of the game.

    As the Blues pushed for a victory, the West London crowd reportedly responded to his efforts with a rousing cheer, according to The Athletic.

    Pochettino visited Stamford Bridge yesterday for the first time in his capacity as the home manager, and based on the response he received, it appears that fans are extremely enthusiastic about his appointment.

    These emotions will only have grown stronger after the performance his team put on against Liverpool.

    The Blues felt like they were most likely to come away from the opening weekend with a victory, despite only leaving with a point.

    There were a few particularly strong performances. Reece James, the new captain, and Ben Chilwell, the vice-captain, both demonstrated their abilities and what they can bring, especially moving forward.

    Chelsea fans were energized by Pochettino.

    Axel Disasi also scored on his debut for the Blues, who lined up in a different system than they had in preseason. His inclusion was perhaps a surprise given how they had previously used a different system.

    Despite this, Enzo Fernandez was unquestionably the star, playing a more important role than he had during the previous season.

    Pochettino was likely impressed by what he witnessed. On a competitive stage, he also gave six players their Chelsea debuts.

    Next weekend, when they travel across the capital to play West Ham United, he will be hoping to be able to give out another one.

    It was previously reported that they had finally reached an agreement to sign Moises Caicedo from Brighton.

    He will hopefully be able to play on Sunday after having his medical today.

     

  • The confusing Romeo Lavia ‘agreement’ reached, brings the Chelsea transfer saga to a close.

    The confusing Romeo Lavia ‘agreement’ reached, brings the Chelsea transfer saga to a close.

    The confusing Romeo Lavia 'agreement' brings the Chelsea transfer saga to a close.
    The most recent Stamford Bridge media briefing on Chelsea transfers, including commentary on the Ousmane Dembele and Romeo Lavia news.

    In their pursuit of new players to join their roster for the 2023–24 season, Chelsea appears to be vying for nearly every player on the planet.

    At this point, Moises Caicedo and Romeo Lavia are the two most prominent targets. Michael Olise is still a possibility, but Brighton have not yet confirmed Mohammed Kudus, and a new goalkeeper is also required. Everything points to the final three weeks of the summer window being very interesting.

    Ousmane Dembele is a player they have sought out for a while but have been unable to sign.
    Under Thomas Tuchel, a winger who had excelled at Borussia Dortmund was a candidate to join the club in 2022.
    Chelsea moved to sign Dembele as his deal with Barcelona came to an end in June of last year.

    Xavi’s side repeatedly obstructed their attempts to conduct pretty much any business, which led to the player’s retention on a new contract. Dembele joined Paris Saint-Germain after a year and several more rumors of a move to Stamford Bridge.

    On Saturday, he signed a contract that will keep him in the French capital until 2028. He will now work with Presnel Kimpembe, Kylian Mbappe, and other international teammates and friends. It puts an end to a transfer saga with Chelsea and ushers in a new era for the 26-year-old.

    The confusing Romeo Lavia 'agreement' brings the Chelsea transfer saga to a close.
    football.london says: Dembele to Chelsea appeared to be on the table at times last year, and it appeared to make a lot of sense. Todd Boehly was just beginning his career as Barcelona was in the depths of its financial crisis in 2022.

    In retrospect, it might have been best for them to stay away. Dembele’s talent is all but unquestionable, but his history of injuries is not. He missed more than 17 games just last season. Even back then, he led the league with five goals and seven assists, but fitness has always been his enemy.

    Since breaking through at Rennes in 2015–16, consistency has also consistently eluded him; he has never scored more than eight league goals. Many people have found it difficult to watch Dembele’s career, and Chelsea is a clear potential destination because of their insistence on signing every promising winger available.

    Dembele would undoubtedly be a lot of fun to watch, but with the new management, Pochettino’s demands for elite fitness, and the team’s work rate, Dembele isn’t a player that would fit the current setup.

    However, there will be many more to follow in 2023, none more so than Romeo Lavia’s transfer saga, which ended in 2022. He was being pursued by Chelsea, Arsenal, Liverpool, and it was also rumored that Manchester United was interested in him at the beginning of the summer. With a direct competition between the Blues and Reds for his signature, he is concluding it.

    Who is in charge here is still a mystery. Even though Arsenal did briefly have a shot at the top spot before confirming Declan Rice, Liverpool seems to have been in the driver’s seat for the majority of the window, much like Chelsea with Moises Caicedo. It’s now a coin toss.

    The most recent offer, reportedly above the £50 million ($64 million) valuation threshold, was made by Chelsea, but it’s unclear what will happen next. Personal entanglements with either side are not anticipated to be a problem, but Caicedo apparently thought the same before he threw the proverbial fan under the bus by declaring that he only wanted Chelsea.

    Following a deal between Saints and Chelsea, some reports claim that a medical appointment for Lavia had been scheduled; however, David Ornstein has refuted these claims. He claims that since no agreement has been reached by either party, the situation is once again uncertain. He adds that Caicedo, 21, was supposed to have a medical on Friday as part of the deal with Liverpool, but that is no longer the case.

    football.london says: What people really needed all along was for players to both be in talks with the same two clubs, for there to be points across a 72-hour window whereby both teams look set to sign one of the players, both players, or neither player pretty much at the same time.

    Schrödinger’s transfer is happening right now, and it’s kind of mental. The need is there, and Chelsea has the resources to make it happen. Does it seem likely that Lavia will end up at Liverpool and Caicedo at Chelsea, creating the ideal balance that should exist, after all of this?

    Despite the higher cost and fewer Brighton representatives to deal with, Lavia might be the simplest to complete. Although Caicedo is unquestionably the superior player, it is less certain what Caicedo’s value and potential are. They would undoubtedly be content with either player, but after making the effort to sign Caicedo, it would be a big disappointment to lose out on him.

     

  • Liverpool are considering a surprise move for the 28-year-old France international

    Liverpool are considering a surprise move for the 28-year-old France international

    Liverpool are considering a surprise move for the 28-year-old France international
    Liverpool are linked with the transfer of AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan.

    The France international was a standout player for the Italian club and his performances are said to have caught the Premier League club’s attention.

    According to a report from CalcioMercatoWeb, Jurgen Klopp is on the hunt for a top-class goalkeeper and he has identified the 28-year-old as a potential target. The keeper is expected to cost around 90-100 million euros.

    Liverpool have other priorities at the moment and it would be quite a surprise if they decide to spend extra on a goalkeeper, especially with Alisson Becker at their disposal. CMW’s report claims that Alisson’s performance has declined over the past two seasons. However, the Brazilian was undoubtedly Liverpool’s best player last season and he is one of the best goalkeepers in the world.

    Maignan has done well enough for club and country in recent months, but the Brazilian is clearly a better goalkeeper and Liverpool are highly unlikely to try to replace him anytime soon.

    The Reds need to strengthen their midfield and improve their defensive abilities. Spending €90-100m on a goalkeeper would be a big mistake for the Reds. Furthermore, Maignan is well established at Milan and is a regular base player for them. A move to Liverpool would mean competing with Alisson for the fledgling sport and the player may not be keen on the idea.

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    Trent Alexander-Arnold sends a clear message to Liverpool Premier League rivals after Chelsea draw

    Trent Alexander-Arnold sends a clear message to Liverpool Premier League rivals after Chelsea draw
    Liverpool drew 1-1 against Chelsea in their first game of the Premier League season
    Trent Alexander-Arnold has insisted that Liverpool view themselves as title challengers this season, despite few people supporting them to do so.

    The majority expect Manchester City to retain their Premier League title this season, making them the first team to win England’s top flight for four consecutive years, with Arsenal as their closest rivals.

    Liverpool’s lack of transfer market signings has left many hesitant to tip for the title, with a defensive midfielder and centre-back still missing from the squad. Sunday’s 1-1 draw against Chelsea exposed both areas. , with the Reds exposed on several occasions during the game at Stamford Bridge.

    This performance may have done little to convince doubters that Klopp’s men are capable of challenging for the top spot, though Alexander-Arnold pays no heed to such predictions. Asked about the lack of outside belief that Liverpool can achieve the goal this season, the Reds right-back said: “It’s good for us.”

    We have proven over the years that we can do it. We have a team full of winners, we just signed a player who won the World Cup [Mac Allister] and another who won in Germany [Szoboszlai].

    “We have a winning mentality and our goal this season is to win the league. We won’t hesitate to do that, and neither should we. Our expectation is that we’ll be around by the end of the year. We look back on last season as a big disappointment, because with the quality of players we have, we should be fighting for the title every year.”

    Trent Alexander-Arnold sends a clear message to Liverpool Premier League rivals after Chelsea draw
    Calls to bring in new midfielders to Liverpool are only getting louder following the 1-1 draw with Chelsea, although Alexander-Arnold has admitted he is ready to step in on a permanent basis if asked to give up his defensive duties entirely .

    “It’s something I’m really looking forward to and it’s something I’ll love to play, but it’s not my decision,” he told Sky Sports. “If and when this decision comes, I will learn on the job and try to make it work. We have to try to get as close to perfection as possible, and it’s difficult. There are times when we will lose the ball and it will be easier for Ibou [Konate] to move into right-back and for me into centre-back.

    “I like to get things done, get on the ball and help my team win games. Doing it from a central box allows me to get out of reach more and play more from the center of the pitch, I’ve always been told in the last few seasons to press up so it’s easier to transition, but when they come down our left is way behind!”

    Speaking of Chelsea’s performance, the 24-year-old added: “It was a difficult game. They made a lot of changes, but so did we. I think they had a point to prove today after a really bad season in their books and it was always going to be a tough place to come. Stamford Bridge, would you take a point from here to the start of the season and we’ll build on that.

    “We got ready for them to start in a 4-3-3 formation, but they came up with a three-man defense or a five-man defense, whatever you want to call it. They made it difficult for us to play and pressed hard in the first 20 or 25 minutes we played. really good, but for some reason we couldn’t keep up and they took over the game.