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Liverpool has been told that they must pay £90 million to sign a Premier League player.

Joao Palhinha’s asking price has reportedly increased from Fulham to an astounding £90 million due to interest from Liverpool.

The Daily Mail reports that the west London club has set the 27-year-old’s asking price at an astounding £90 million in the face of interest from clubs like West Ham, who are considering Palhinha as a potential replacement for Declan Rice, who could leave for as much as £100 million.

Fulham, who only joined the Cottagers last summer, are reportedly comparing Palhinha’s valuation to that of Rice at West Ham. In his first season in England, the former Sporting Lisbon star stood out for Marco Silva’s team and was among the Premier League’s top midfielders.

Palhinha is now in demand, which comes as no surprise to anyone. Liverpool is one club that is interested in signing the Portuguese star, but Fulham’s asking price may now deter suitors given the absurd numbers displayed for the midfielder.

Palhinha was praised by Gary Neville as “fantastic,” but no club will be willing to spend up to £90 million on him. Given how unlikely a deal is now for the Reds, Liverpool may want to end their pursuit of the Fulham star right away to save everyone a lot of time and effort.

The price Palhinha is asking for is out of this world insane.

Palhinha was always going to fetch a high asking price from Fulham, but £90 million is absurdly high for the west London club. And it won’t come as a surprise if every club, including Liverpool, that was interested in signing the 27-year-old this summer decides not to.

We all know that paying £90 million will get you one of the best players in the world. Palhinha, a Portuguese international, does not fall into this category, despite the fact that he thrived in the Premier League the previous season.

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Trent Alexander-Arnold stuns bitter Liverpool rival over Steven Gerrard claim

Trent Alexander-Arnold collected the number 10 shirt for England against North Macedonia

Bukayo Saka could have won the match point for his hat-trick against North Macedonia at Old Trafford on Monday night, but Liverpool defender and midfielder Trent Alexander-Arnold impressed again during this recent international break.

Even having shone in his new hybrid role at Anfield and beyond, it was shocking to see his name alongside the No.10 shirt on England’s squad list ahead of beating Malta on Friday night. It was hardly a surprise, however, that in 180 minutes he made his mark again.

Alexander-Arnold, in an even more advanced position than his recent move to Liverpool, was among Valletta’s star performers and just over 72 hours later the club’s academy graduate was back with another performance composed and elegant in the engine room.

It was enough to make Steven Gerrard, Jamie Carragher and even former Chelsea captain John Terry purr as they watched the current squad routinely knock out admittedly limited opponents. Although these three could still read between the lines, Alexander-Arnold successfully played between them.

After seven goals ahead of him, Alexander-Arnold underlined what he has to offer with an assist that helped Saka earn a hat-trick. Queue up the high-level response on social media.

No sooner had the goal come – England’s fourth of the night – than Liverpool hero Carragher tweeted: “Trent v Saka will be one hell of a combination.” Terry followed with his endorsement on the same platform.

In Saka Chat, Channel 4’s team of respected pundits also discussed before the match what Alexander-Arnold can offer his club and country in central midfield, as Gerrard himself took off his suit to appear at Old Trafford on Monday night.

He said: ‘When you play in matches against Malta and you play against another team [North Macedonia] who play with a compact block, Trent [Alexander-Arnold] is someone who can open the door at any moment because he has such a range good of passages.

“I think he has a lot of trust and confidence from Jurgen Klopp in this role and it’s very interesting to see that Gareth [Southgate] has given him a chance. But what Trent has done is he’s gone and I thought it was man of the match Friday night.

“He played with confidence and that defensive responsibility was taken away from him because he was under pressure and there was a lot of attention for him in that role.”

Alexander-Arnold would not be declared man of the match against North Macedonia on Monday night. After being ignored by England for so long, he could be their man of the hour.

June 21, 2023
Done deal: A legend of Chelsea has formally left the club.

The list of players Chelsea will keep and the list of those who will be released at the end of their contracts were both made public last week.

Some of the names on that list, if you will, were still in the middle. N’Golo Kante, a midfielder for Chelsea, simply had “contract” in brackets after his name, indicating that he had a contract offer on the table from Chelsea but hadn’t yet accepted it.

But now that everything has come to a close, N’Golo Kante HAS OFFICIALLY quit Chelsea and joined Al Ittihad in Saudi Arabia.

The storied member of the Blues has a contract there through 2027 and will be introduced to Saudi Arabia in July.

🚨Official, confirmed. N’Golo Kanté is new Al Ittihad player.

€25m salary per season until 2027 on four year €100m total fixed package — plus commercial deals & image rights.

He will be presented in Saudi in July.

Here we go confirmed 🟡⚫️✅🇸🇦 pic.twitter.com/rfNRT5ReMb

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 20, 2023

Despite his extremely poor injury record, it will be a significant loss for Chelsea. He’s one of the best players in the world when he’s on his game, and the memories he’s made here will live on forever.

Good luck N’Golo, and thanks for the incredible memories and accomplishments we have here.

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Mauricio Pochettino prepared his dream £68m striker deal after Chelsea scheduling Nicolas Jackson medical

Chelsea have the tough task of reducing a bloated squad this summer and while they need to beat some players, Mauricio Pochettino remains keen to strengthen his options further.

As Chelsea begin preparing for the departure of N’Golo Kante, Hakim Ziyech and Kalidou Koulibaly, Olympique Lyonnais have reportedly opened a sale – and some diamonds in the rough are up for grabs.

Mauricio Pochettino has been tasked with the difficult task of bringing down a bloated side this summer and while he has some players to beat, the 51-year-old remains keen to bolster his options further.

The Blues have been heavily linked this summer with the likes of Nicolas Jackson, Moises Caicedo and Romeo Lavia, with Cristopher Nkunku expected to follow suit.

But now Pochettino has had the unique opportunity to invade one of France’s most formidable clubs.

Lyon were bought by an American investor named John Textor late last year, with the 57-year-old since he became club chairman.

And according to RMC Sport, Les Gones will have to raise £111million to avoid sanctions from the Direction Nationale du Contrôle de Gestion, the body which oversees the accounts of French football clubs.

Thiago Mendes

With Lyon desperate to raise funds, several players have been made available for transfers this summer, including Rayan Cherki, Thiago Mendes and Castello Lukeba.

The trio were regulars in the France first team last season and despite their impressive performances, they were available for much less than the market price.

According to L’Equipe, Chelsea tried to sign Lukeba last year but his £38million offer was rejected by Lyon. In a bid to force an exit this summer, the report says the 20-year-old defender was looking to switch agents in April – but it remains to be seen whether he was successful in changing agents.

As for Mendes, he would certainly provide plenty of cover in midfield while the Blues can still get their hands on Caicedo and Lavia, while Cherki scored four goals and six assists in 34 Ligue 1 games last season after being linked on a transfer. to Paris Saint-Germain in January.

With a few busy weeks ahead, Chelsea have already landed a deal for a Lyon star: Malo Gusto. After signing for the Blues in the final week of the January transfer window, he rejoined the French side on loan until the end of the season.

West Londoners reportedly paid around £26m, including add-ons, for the then 19-year-old right-back. Chelsea were to benefit significantly from Gusto’s reception at Stamford Bridge in the winter, with Reece James’ injury record becoming an issue.

But they could not agree on this as part of the deal. Pochettino will be delighted to team up with two of the most exciting young full-backs on his arrival at Cobham training ground on July 1 – and perhaps Gusto can take Cherki along…

June 21, 2023
LIVERPOOL JUST SOLD ‘BIG TALENT’ WHO COULD HAVE BEEN THEIR OWN JAMES MADDISON

Premier League giants Liverpool have just sold a player who has “very similar qualities” to James Maddison, while Leighton Clarkson secures his permanent transfer to Aberdeen.

In 2021, after the diminutive midfielder invaded Jurgen Klopp’s first-team thinking, the Liverpool boss drew comparisons between Leighton Clarkson and a certain Philipp Lahm for his intelligence on the ball and tactical flexibility.

The England Under-20 international has scored six goals and provided nine other assists. His creative streak and exquisite long-range shooting led Dons legend Willie Miller to mention Clarkson in the same breath as a man who has come a long way since his brief stint at Pittodrie.

“Clarkson is a huge talent who reminds me of James Maddison,” Miller told Press and Journal. “When I see what Maddison has accomplished, I think Clarkson has done the same.”

Maddison, who spent the second half of the 2016/17 season at Aberdeen, is now an England regular, not to mention his £50m target for Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United. Liverpool sell Leighton Clarkson to Aberdeen

“It sets the bar high when you start comparing Clarkson to Maddison,” Miller adds. “But why not? Clarkson has very similar qualities to Maddison. He’s also great on the ball, can score from set pieces and has a huge impact on games.

“Clarkson is a hugely exciting talent with his whole career ahead of him. Securing the midfielder on a long-term contract until the summer of 2027 is a fabulous deal from Aberdeen. Anyone who has seen the midfielder play will realize that he has enormous talent.

“That was pretty clear on his debut for Aberdeen, when he scored a sensational goal in the 4-1 win over St Mirren in August.”

Aberdeen reportedly battled competition from Rangers, Celtic and a number of English Second Division clubs before signing Clarkson for an undisclosed fee. A deal that had Dons boss Barry Robson grinning from ear to ear.

“There’s no doubt that Leighton was a positive influence during his time with us last season,” Robson told the Dons website.

“It is hugely encouraging that he has now chosen this club as his home. “He’s a bright young player and exactly the type of player we want here at the club.

He’s young, hungry and technically very good.
“He was much admired for his creativity on the pitch. And (he) showed a real affinity with the fans during his time at Pittodrie last season.

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Trent Alexander-Arnold stuns bitter Liverpool rival over Steven Gerrard claim

Trent Alexander-Arnold collected the number 10 shirt for England against North Macedonia

Bukayo Saka could have won the match point for his hat-trick against North Macedonia at Old Trafford on Monday night, but Liverpool defender and midfielder Trent Alexander-Arnold impressed again during this recent international break.

Even having shone in his new hybrid role at Anfield and beyond, it was shocking to see his name alongside the No.10 shirt on England’s squad list ahead of beating Malta on Friday night. It was hardly a surprise, however, that in 180 minutes he made his mark again.

Alexander-Arnold, in an even more advanced position than his recent move to Liverpool, was among Valletta’s star performers and just over 72 hours later the club’s academy graduate was back with another performance composed and elegant in the engine room.

It was enough to make Steven Gerrard, Jamie Carragher and even former Chelsea captain John Terry purr as they watched the current squad routinely knock out admittedly limited opponents. Although these three could still read between the lines, Alexander-Arnold successfully played between them.

After seven goals ahead of him, Alexander-Arnold underlined what he has to offer with an assist that helped Saka earn a hat-trick. Queue up the high-level response on social media.

No sooner had the goal come – England’s fourth of the night – than Liverpool hero Carragher tweeted: “Trent v Saka will be one hell of a combination.” Terry followed with his endorsement on the same platform.

In Saka Chat, Channel 4’s team of respected pundits also discussed before the match what Alexander-Arnold can offer his club and country in central midfield, as Gerrard himself took off his suit to appear at Old Trafford on Monday night.

He said: ‘When you play in matches against Malta and you play against another team [North Macedonia] who play with a compact block, Trent [Alexander-Arnold] is someone who can open the door at any moment because he has such a range good of passages.

“I think he has a lot of trust and confidence from Jurgen Klopp in this role and it’s very interesting to see that Gareth [Southgate] has given him a chance. But what Trent has done is he’s gone and I thought it was man of the match Friday night.

“He played with confidence and that defensive responsibility was taken away from him because he was under pressure and there was a lot of attention for him in that role.”

Alexander-Arnold would not be declared man of the match against North Macedonia on Monday night. After being ignored by England for so long, he could be their man of the hour.

June 20, 2023
CEO acknowledges £29 million player is excited about a Premier League move following reports that Liverpool want him.

Rumor has it that Liverpool target Samuel Chukwueze is excited about the prospect of a move to the Premier League this summer.

Chukwueze has been linked with a move to Anfield as the Reds seek senior cover for their forwards. And speaking to Spanish newspaper AS, Villarreal CEO Noig Negueroles admitted the La Liga side would consider him should a bid for the 24-year-old materialise.

“The Samu is an exceptional kid who has been with us for many years,” Negueroles said. “It’s true that he is looking forward to playing for a big club in Europe or the Premier League and we have always worked hand in hand to improve. If this option presented itself, we would sit down to negotiate it.

“But it remains to be seen whether a favorable offer will arrive for all three parties. In this case, there is still no offer and he still has one year left on his contract. We know that if something really good doesn’t materialize, it will continue [at Villarreal].”

Villarreal boss drops Chukwueze reference

With just one year left on his contract, it looks possible that Liverpool could get Chukwueze for less than the £29m they would have offered for him in 2020 [France Football].

If they could, he would have the potential to be a big deal for the Reds. Aged just 24, Chukwueze has played over 200 times for Villarreal and won 28 caps for Nigeria. He showed a lot in those games which suggests he can go further in the Premier League.

There are still some inconsistencies in his game to iron out, but at Liverpool he would have the opportunity to do so.

Chukwueze is naturally left-footed and could be the replacement for Mohamed Salah that Jurgen Klopp never really had. As he is seven years younger than Salah, there would be potential to develop the Nigerian as Mo’s successor.

Whether or not Chukwueze would be thrilled at the prospect of playing second fiddle is another matter. He might be excited for the Premier League, but at Anfield he should bide his time in a stacked striker.

However, we think there is room for Liverpool’s offensive capabilities to improve this summer. For the fare it’s likely to cost, you might not find much better than Chukwueze.

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Liverpool transfer news: $88 million ‘contact’ was made, and Jürgen Klopp was instructed to sign a Man City star.

Jürgen Klopp’s team is reportedly in contact with a $88 million player, and the Reds have been instructed to make a move for a Man City player, according to Liverpool transfer news.

There are still many things that will happen at Anfield over the next few weeks, but since Liverpool has already acquired Alexis MacAllister, it is now up to new sporting director Jörg Schmadtke to finalize some additional deals.

Even though the Premier League schedule was made public this week, there is still more than enough time to finalize additional transfers before the new season begins.

Jürgen Klopp’s team clearly needs to strengthen in the middle, and it would be a good idea to add another defender as well, with a left-sided center-back on the list.

Beyond that, any additional signings would be a bonus, with a defender and at least one more midfielder (ideally two more) being absolutely necessary as the Reds attempt to reclaim their previous position near the top of the standings.

Nicolo Barella Nicol (Inter)

According to Calciomercato, Liverpool has “made contact” with Inter midfielder Nicol Barella, with a starting bid of $88 million (£68 million/€80 million) being mentioned.
The 26-year-old’s transfer to an Italian club.

The Telegraph reported last week that Newcastle United was close to finalizing a deal to acquire the player for a fee of $64 million (£50 million/€58 million), but that never seemed plausible.

If Barella is available for that sort of money, Liverpool should be all over a deal, according to Liverpool .
com.
If Jürgen Klopp’s modified formation is still in place, the Italian international would be a great fit on the right side.

Kyle Walker (Manchester City)

Don Hutchison, a pundit, has urged Liverpool to make a move for Kyle Walker of Manchester City, a full-back who is expected to leave Pep Guardiola’s team this summer after winning the treble.

Walker recently turned 33 years old, but Hutchison claims he would sign the Englishman “in a heartbeat” if he were available.

Even if the Reds decided to make Trent Alexander-Arnold their starting midfielder on a permanent basis, according to Liverpool . com, there is absolutely no chance that they will move for Walker. He is simply too old and would demand too much money for Liverpool to be tempted. Thomas Tuchel is a big fan, and it appears that a move to Bayern Munich is in the cards.

June 20, 2023
Most significant FSG summer deal becomes clear as Liverpool has $151m Man City gap

The figures show FSG are second-to-bottom in a Premier League table and that may be cause for concern ahead of Liverpool’s summer rebuild.

It appears to be a critical summer for the reputation of Liverpool owner Fenway Sports Group.
It’s hard to assess of course, but you get the feeling that if FSG were to sell the club now, their tenure would be widely viewed positively.

Yes, he made some serious mistakes, including his starring role in the ill-fated Super League draft, but that was overshadowed by the on-pitch success Liverpool have enjoyed since FSG acquired Jurgen Klopp in 2015.

The German handed the club their first Premier League title after a 30-year wait, propelled the Reds to European champions for the sixth time and also lifted four other major trophies. Bringing him to Anfield is John Henry’s crowning achievement.

In addition, the regime has invested heavily in improving the club’s infrastructure, increasing the stadium’s capacity to over 15,000 by expanding the main stand and Anfield Road and building a brand new training ground.

However, frustration is now growing in some quarters and there is a feeling that FSG’s underinvestment (Liverpool are mid-table in terms of net spend during the Klopp years) risks revealing the potential of a legendary core. and one of the best managers the club has ever had.

The club are knocked out of the Champions League for the first time since 2016 and it could have been avoided.

If Liverpool fail to return to their peak and win more of their greatest trophies in the remaining years, the overriding question remains what could have been – although there is plenty of hope for dramatic improvement next season.

The challenge this summer is to prove that the Reds will be back in the hunt after a difficult period. The hope is that Liverpool can create a transformative transfer window similar to 2018 to propel themselves to the top.

However, it’s worth remembering that the club’s total spending this year of $292m (£228m/€267m) was largely due to the sale of Philippe Coutinho to Barcelona, who was part of a $202 million (£158 million/€185 million) inflow in January.

Even the highest spend in the club’s history has remained within FSG’s self-sufficient model. And figures recently released by The Athletic show just how limited those principles can be.

It turns out that Liverpool are 19th on less than $47m (£37m/€43m) in the Premier League over the past five years. Manchester City, who have won four of the last five titles, are up $151 million with their very different model.

Many would say this is one of the main reasons why Liverpool are in their current position, 22 points behind the treble winners of the final table.

Looking ahead, however, the real concern is that this approach appears to be at odds with the team’s current transfer needs, especially as revenue will have diminished with an early Champions League exit and qualification. later for the Europa League.

Liverpool ideally need an injection of cash from outside, which they haven’t had in recent years given the need for two more midfielders and a defender following the signing of Alexis Mac Allister.

The club may still be able to meet those demands without help from the FSG, but will those players be of the right caliber to restore Liverpool’s title credentials? This is the big question that remains to be answered.

The Daily Mail’s Alex Miller recently reported that Henry and co. they are expected to close a deal with an investor in the summer, and the above numbers expose the need for this move to help close the gap.

It could be the biggest deal to close in the coming months as other clubs close to Liverpool continue to spend money with no sign of slowing down.

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Bayern Munich getting ready £44m bid to beat Liverpool to Juventus superstar

Bayern Munich are reportedly preparing a bid to sign Juventus winger Federico Chiesa, with Liverpool also eyeing the Italy international.

According to TuttoMercatoWeb, the Bavarian giants are ready to make a €50m (£44m) bid to bring the Serie A superstar to Germany, with Bayern hoping to beat teams like Liverpool to Chiesa while Juventus try now to sack the winger.

The Italian side’s financial situation means virtually every player is now on sale at the right price, including the likes of Chiesa, while Bayern seek to exploit Juventus’ woes by poaching one of their most valuable assets. more valuable.

Hailed by fans as an “unrelenting diamond”, Chiesa is heavily linked with a move to Liverpool this summer after returning from a year-long injury last season. However, despite strong rumors that the Reds could be interested, Bayern could now give them the win.

Indeed, Thomas Tuchel’s side are set to undergo a massive squad overhaul this summer after coming so close to winning the Bundesliga title last season.

And Chiesa could be an excellent signing for the Germans, although Liverpool may now be considering making a rival offer for the full-back.

Liverpool cannot allow Chiesa to switch to Bayern so easily

Chiesa is arguably one of the best wingers in the world when fully fit and in shape, and for Liverpool the Reds cannot get the striker to Bayern as easily as has been reported, with the Juventus striker being ideal for the Jurgen Klopp’s system.

While Liverpool are in no rush to expand their attacking ranks, a player as good as Chiesa shouldn’t escape the fingers of Anfield. Merseyside Giants this summer.

June 20, 2023
Mauricio Pochettino ‘orders’ Chelsea’s transfer officials to sabotage a £34 million Liverpool agreement

Liverpool could be upset with Chelsea and Mauricio Pochettino in the transfer window.

Chelsea are reportedly planning to hijack Liverpool’s £34m deal for Celta Vigo star Gabri Veiga at the request of new manager Mauricio Pochettino. Both teams are looking for midfield reinforcements and see the 21-year-old as a possible solution to their problems.

Celta are happy to lose their star after a superb La Liga campaign, as their £34m contract includes a release clause – alarming clubs both in the Premier League and across Europe. Liverpool have been one of the strongest links as Jurgen Klopp looks to overhaul his midfield, starting with the finalized deal for Brighton’s Alexis Mac Allister.

The Reds were ready to take a ‘concrete step’ for Veiga, as journalist Rudy Galetti explained to Give Me Sport: “The race for Veiga will be won by the fastest club.” He also gave up Manchester City, Real Madrid and Napoli. Tip to try to sign the midfielder even though Chelsea could now start the race.

Spanish magazine Relevo claim Pochettino insisted the Blues pay his release clause as part of the club’s rebuild, with the Argentine looking to build his squad amid massive destruction at the hands of Todd Boehly and his company for the huge £600m Spree outlay in the last two transfer windows before Pochettino arrived.

With Veiga having a fixed transfer fee in his contract, the report says it is up to the clubs to convince him to give them preference over their rivals. While Liverpool have an advantage, Chelsea are said to be ‘booming’ as Pochettino have taken the lead in the transfer market over Veiga.

Chelsea may have stepped up their push to sign Veiga after talks with Brighton over Moises Caicedo were described as ‘slow’ after the Seagulls demanded a price tag of over £100m for the Ecuadorian.

Veiga has been named as one of the Blues’ alternatives as they look to be more cautious in this window, with Romeo Lavia another on the shortlist of players to partner with Enzo Fernandez. However, Arsenal have the upper hand in talks with the Belgian, who could cost up to £40m despite Southampton’s relegation.

The Gunners have a good relationship with his agent, who also represents Bukayo Saka and helped broker a new long-term deal between the club and the recent England hat-trick hero in May.

Meanwhile, Chelsea could sell Conor Gallagher, Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Mateo Kovacic and Mason Mount, while N’Golo Kante is on the verge of turning down a new contract and leaving for Saudi Arabia on a free transfer, so it’s clear why Pochettino insisted on paying Veiga’s release clause.

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Trevoh Chalobah speaks out regarding Chelsea’s future amid Inter Milan transfer links

Trevoh Chalobah has been linked with a move to Inter Milan and has spent some of his free time in Italy amid speculation over his Chelsea future

Trevoh Chalobah has left the possibility of a move to Italy open amid interest from Inter Milan, but noted his focus is on Chelsea at the moment. The Blues defender is currently on holiday in the country while Chelsea are yet to return for pre-season.

football.london understood that the 23-year-old also had to decide whether or not Milan was a suitable place to live.

It is believed that the defender was set for a meeting over a potential move to Internazionale, where a deal is being negotiated with Chelsea.

Chalobah was linked with a move from Stamford Bridge 12 months ago when, alongside Tottenham, Inter and Roma were also interested in a possible move.

The Cobham product ultimately remained in west London and was one of the most successful clubs under Graham Potter and Frank Lampard.

From today’s perspective, he will face a lot of competition in the 2023/24 season.

Chelsea will add Levi Colwill to their ranks after his loan spell at Brighton, with Wesley Fofana, Benoit Badiashile, Thiago Silva and Kalidou Koulibaly also providing competition.

The latter could still leave the club as Mauricio Pochettino is known to bet on a back four instead of a back three. The season could be difficult for some who don’t have European football.

Regular playing time is said to be one of Chalobah’s priorities heading into EURO 2024 next season.

The former Lorient player made 33 appearances for Les Bleus last season, mostly as a central defender. football.london are aware that Inter would have to put a lot of effort into signing him.

Speaking to Sky Sports in Milan, Chalobah was cautious about his future but praised Italy and Serie A.

He said: “Obviously you don’t know what the future holds. I also played in France when I was loaned out there, in England and you never know.”

Playing in a new destination is something the player has to experience. You don’t know what the future holds for you. Italy is a beautiful country and the Italian league is also very good. You don’t know what the future holds for you.

I’m still a Chelsea player and my focus is on Chelsea, but you never know what the future holds. I like it here in Italy, the weather is nice, the people are nice, the food is good and I enjoy my time here.

Chalobah’s future is yet to be decided, but with Pochettino set to build a new culture at Chelsea after his squad was downsized, the young defender could play a key role.

Former caretaker manager Frank Lampard has been very positive about Chalobah’s candidacy during his time at the club.

The former Chelsea midfielder said: “It was good and I appreciate what a quality player he is. The biggest picture is how he engages since I’ve been back. C It’s a pleasure to train with him every day because he comes with enthusiasm.

He’s easy to deal with and when you talk about the things you want he tries to implement them on the pitch – which is a good thing.”

June 20, 2023
Jurgen Klopp has been given the go-ahead to bring in a second midfielder for Liverpool, and a date has been set.

Liverpool have already moved this summer to add Alexis Mac Allister to their midfield ranks.

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has been given the all-clear to make Bayern Munich midfielder Ryan Gravenberch his latest summer signing for the Reds, reportedly.

The Reds would like to improve their midfield ranks ahead of next season, after greenlighting the signing of Alexis Mac Allister, who recently joined giants Anfield from Brighton and Hove Albion

There’s a chance Liverpool could follow up on Mac Allister’s signing by bringing Gravenberch to Merseyside, as the Dutchman has failed to set the world on fire at Bayern Munich since moving from Ajax last summer.

According to The Mirror, he would already like to leave the Allianz Arena in search of a new challenge. Liverpool will be chasing a transfer to sign him in the coming weeks.

Liverpool’s interest in Gravenberch is said to be at an “advanced” stage, with club officials willing to back Klopp in his bid to sign the 21-year-old this summer.

However, the same player has already confirmed that his future will be decided only after the end of the Under 21 European Championships, which will end at the beginning of next month.

“I haven’t talked about it with the coach yet, he will arrive after the European Championship when I come back from Georgia and Romania, then we’ll see how he is,” he said. “I just want to play more, preferably at Bayern Munich and in any case at a club where I play 100%.

“I prefer it, because I don’t want to have another year like the one I’ve had now. A season like this is good, I’ve really learned a lot, but I just want to play football.”

Bayern Munich recently completed the signing of Konrad Laimer to push Gravenberch even further down the pecking order, while Thomas Tuchel is reportedly keen to add more quality to his midfield ranks between now and the start of next season.

However, it remains to be seen whether Liverpool can capitalize on the situation by bringing the Dutchman to Anfield before the start of the new season.

However, the possibility remains that Bayern Munich could try to keep Gravenberch for at least another season, with club president Herbert Hainer recently emphasizing his admiration for the former Ajax player despite his difficult first year in Germany.

“In my opinion, he’s an incredibly talented player,” Hainer told Bild. “That’s why we brought him in. Towards the end of the season he got more playing time. I’m sure he will get more playing time in the future.

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Bayern Munich getting ready £44m bid to beat Liverpool to Juventus superstar

Bayern Munich are reportedly preparing a bid to sign Juventus winger Federico Chiesa, with Liverpool also eyeing the Italy international.

According to TuttoMercatoWeb, the Bavarian giants are ready to make a €50m (£44m) bid to bring the Serie A superstar to Germany, with Bayern hoping to beat teams like Liverpool to Chiesa while Juventus try now to sack the winger.

The Italian side’s financial situation means virtually every player is now on sale at the right price, including the likes of Chiesa, while Bayern seek to exploit Juventus’ woes by poaching one of their most valuable assets. more valuable.

Hailed by fans as an “unrelenting diamond”, Chiesa is heavily linked with a move to Liverpool this summer after returning from a year-long injury last season. However, despite strong rumors that the Reds could be interested, Bayern could now give them the win.

Indeed, Thomas Tuchel’s side are set to undergo a massive squad overhaul this summer after coming so close to winning the Bundesliga title last season.

And Chiesa could be an excellent signing for the Germans, although Liverpool may now be considering making a rival offer for the full-back.

Liverpool cannot allow Chiesa to switch to Bayern so easily

Chiesa is arguably one of the best wingers in the world when fully fit and in shape, and for Liverpool the Reds cannot get the striker to Bayern as easily as has been reported, with the Juventus striker being ideal for the Jurgen Klopp’s system.

While Liverpool are in no rush to expand their attacking ranks, a player as good as Chiesa shouldn’t escape the fingers of Anfield. Merseyside Giants this summer.

June 20, 2023
Liverpool may have another deal hijacked as Man Utd and Chelsea ‘put in phone calls’

Liverpool’s transfer plans for Man Utd and Chelsea could be scuttled, according to reports.

Liverpool could expect a second transfer deal to be hijacked soon. Jurgen Klopp is keen to strengthen his midfield this summer but the Reds now face serious competition for targets Gabri Veiga and Nicolo Barella.

Reports from Spain suggest that Liverpool are no longer favorites to sign Celta Vigo’s famous star Veiga. Mauricio Pochettino has reportedly tasked Chelsea with covering Liverpool’s transfer for the Spaniard.

Veiga has a £34m release clause and would be a great signing for Liverpool. The 21-year-old scored 11 goals in a fantastic breakthrough season in La Liga

However, the Anfield side now appear to be missing another goal in midfield after Chelsea ran ahead in the battle for Veiga. That’s because they could now lose out on a deal for Inter Milan ace Barella if their rivals pique their interest.

According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Manchester United and Chelsea have both called Inter Milan over the Italian star.

They would be far more attractive destinations than fellow Newcastle pretenders due to their rich history. The report adds that Liverpool remain favorites to sign Barella. The 26-year-old would seem keen to work under Klopp, whom he has great admiration for.

Liverpool have already signed Alexis Mac Allister from Brighton and are expected to sign at least one more midfielder. Defensive reinforcements could also be brought in.

Klopp has insisted he wants to complete the bulk of Liverpool’s transfer deal by July 6, at the start of pre-season. The Reds have generally made all their signings in mid-July during Germany’s spell in charge.

“The better players you want, the less desire the other club has to let them go. And that’s exactly what we’re prepared for,” Klopp said on 28 May.

“But it’s a long haul and a long pre-season and a long break in between, so we have time whether we sign players tomorrow or in six or seven weeks. Not a game changer for me, to be honest.

“In an ideal world, they all sign tomorrow and I can tell them when they’re due and we can give them summer vacation plans, but that probably won’t happen.”

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Jamie Carragher makes a bold prediction about what will soon “the norm” at Liverpool

Trent Alexander-Arnold performed admirably for England in the midfield as they defeated Malta.

Trent Alexander-Arnold should play in midfield for Liverpool in the future, according to Jamie Carragher.

For the vast majority of his Reds career, the 24-year-old has played right back, contributing to the team’s six major championships.

Alexander-Arnold’s performances were revived, though, when Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp switched him to a hybrid full-back/midfield position after his form dipped last season.

In light of the substitution, England’s engine room starter for their Euro 2024 qualifying match against Malta on Friday night was a Reds academy graduate. He excelled in the position and scored the Three Lions’ second goal in the 4-0 victory with a fantastic 25-yard effort.

Since Alexander-Arnold played there while progressing through Anfield’s youth ranks, there has been long-standing demand for him to be moved there. And if that were the case, Alexander-Arnold, according to Kop legend Carragher, could score and assist on double digits.

This TAA midfield role will eventually become the standard for club and nation, he tweeted.

He is a prolific creator from fullback and will also be in central midfield, but the goal he just scored will occur much more frequently there. Playing more forward would allow him to reach double digits in goals and assists. “.

Gareth Southgate, the manager of England, commented on Alexander-Arnold’s performance, saying: “The fact that he’s been playing partly in there with the ball, albeit a bit deeper, I think has helped his transition tonight.

“What was pleasing tonight is that he’s getting used to receiving in confined spaces with his back to goal and players behind him.

While he was perfectly at ease receiving on the sidelines with the play in front of him as is customary for him.

“Look, I have no doubts that he can handle it.
Without the ball, his experience in the role will be very different, and he is simply learning some of its nuances. ”.

June 20, 2023
Arsenal begin negotiations with a target for Liverpool; the player implores Arteta to sign him.

Mikel Arteta, you vicious, vicious man. By hijacking a transfer that both Manchester United and Liverpool were confident would be completed, the Arsenal manager has finally retaliated for all the times his transfer plans have been derailed.

Yesterday evening, it was reported by dependable journalist David Ornstein that the Gunners had started negotiations with Ajax to sign Jurrien Timber and had even set their opening bid at £30 million. Fabrizio Romano informed the supporters that Ajax would demand more than £30m and that Arsenal would have to increase their offer. Nevertheless, it is encouraging to see that the Gunners are effective in the transfer window.

🚨 EXCLUSIVE: Arsenal working on deal to sign Ajax defender Jurrien Timber. #AFC have made an opening offer worth ~£30m. #Ajax want ~£50m but optimism a compromise will be reached. Personal terms with Netherlands int’l thought to be in place @TheAthleticFC https://t.co/mdMeSXp3ff

— David Ornstein (@David_Ornstein) June 19, 2023

Liverpool and Manchester United are HIJACKED by Arsenal in exchange for Jurrien Timber.

After learning that Manchester United and Liverpool had increased their interest, Mikel Arteta reportedly started these negotiations to sign Timber. Savage.

The fact that Timber is trying to join Arsenal is better for fans. According to the report, Mikel Arteta is now even more certain that he will be signed.

Furthermore, this is NOT a panic purchase, so please note that. First of all, even though the transfer window has just opened, Arsenal DO need to bring in a versatile defender. Timber fits that description, and at 22 years old, he would be the ideal addition for Arteta to compete again the following season.

Timber’s ability to switch between the defensive center and the right flank actually makes me think of Joao Cancelo. The versatility of Ben White, Takehiro Tomiyasu, and this combination would give the Gunners a lot of depth for the upcoming season.

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Khéphren Thuram has been signed, one more transfer – Dream Liverpool midfield line-up for upcoming season

Liverpool could probably have a completely new midfield before 2023-24. Khéphren Thuram might be one of them, but this is what the dream trio would look like.

Liverpool fail to define all the problems in midfield from last season. Clearly Jürgen Klopp doesn’t think so either, having decided to sign a forward in January to try and break the slide.

It worked, at least to some extent. No immediate fix, Cody Gakpo improved the press as he adapted to Roberto Firmino’s role and Liverpool’s results trended upwards. The real game-changer, however, was the decision to place Trent Alexander-Arnold in a hybrid role to give the midfielder that extra bite and punch he desperately needed.

Whether this solution lasts or not, Liverpool will now be keen to strengthen the midfield unit that surrounds them. This process has already been initiated by Alexis Mac Allister, but ideally a few more midfielders would be added before the end of the transfer window.

One name that keeps coming up is Chephren Thuram, and that would be a wise addition indeed. A third signing would give Liverpool the chance to field a whole new trio, but the real key for Klopp is to restore real options.

After all, while the boss technically “stands in” for Naby Keïta and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, neither was reliably available. James Milner is a machine, but Liverpool clearly didn’t want to turn to the 37-year-old as a starter too often. New blood means legitimate rotation opportunities.

So who would be the ideal option to enter next to Thuram? In many ways, it depends on how you view Mac Allister. No doubt his versatility was part of his attraction to Liverpool, but presumably Klopp has an idea whether he will primarily use him as a number six or advanced number eight.

Though he has the skills to play the deeper role, he seems a bit of a waste. While that position would hamper his attacking performance somewhat, playing as a number eight would allow him to shine offensively by using his defensive prowess as part of Liverpool’s proactive drive from the front.

As for Thuram, he is undoubtedly a number eight. He can also hold his own in defence, a requirement for any Liverpool midfielder, but he won’t play as the strongest option.

With that in mind, there are good reasons for Liverpool to sign a number six specialist and questions remain over Fabinho. The problem is that no one of this type has actually been linked.

Off-piste, Martín Zubimendi could be the ideal candidate. It looks like Barcelona will fail in their efforts to sign the man hailed as the new Sergio Busquets. The 24-year-old seems very happy at Real Sociedad but Liverpool should at least ask themselves the question.

Signing someone like that would see Liverpool’s dream midfield formation really materialize. Zubimendi would come into play as an immediate starter, just like Mac Allister before him. Meanwhile, Klopp’s current options are far from terrible – they would only compete for one spot (with Thuram in the mix) rather than having to fill all three.

The likes of Curtis Jones, Harvey Elliott and of course captain Jordan Henderson will all feel like they can do something about it. If Thiago is fit, he can be added to this list and will soar. But Klopp rightly rewards form, so maybe it’s Jones’ position that loses out in pre-season.

Therefore, at the end of a dream summer, the Liverpool midfield lineup would look like this: Zubimendi, Mac Allister, Jones. However, none of them would be safe under pressure from Fabinho, Stefan Bajčetić and Henderson in the bigger role, and Thuram, Elliott and Thiago further up. Suddenly a problem area would seem like a real selling point.

June 20, 2023
LFC’S EURO U21 TRANSFER TARGETS ANALYZED: LIVERPOOL’S GOAL.

In light of this, Liverpool supporters’ attention will be focused intently on the U21 European Championship transfer targets over the coming weeks.

SEARCHING FOR LIVERPOOL’S FUTURE MIDFIELD MAESTROS.
Liverpool fans have undoubtedly been attracted to the tournament by the participation of Curtis Jones and Harvey Elliott, but the interest extends far beyond these two. Khephren Thuram, Manu Kone, Ryan Gravenberch, and Gabri Veiga are four players who could be transfer targets. It remains to be seen, though, whether their efforts will have a significant impact on Liverpool’s viewpoint.

After recently acquiring Brighton and Hove Albion’s Alexis Mac Allister, Jurgen Klopp is looking to strengthen his team. Here, we take a closer look at each of these potential additions, including Romeo Lavia of Belgium, who recently withdrew from the competition.

KHEPHREN THURAM: the next Bellingham?

First up is French central midfielder Khephren Thuram, a physically commanding but technically gifted player who frequently receives comparisons to Jude Bellingham because of his distinctive playing method.

Thuram, who shone in Ligue 1 last year, might be able to bring the dynamism that Liverpool’s midfield lacked. Alongside Trent Alexander-Arnold, he could play the deeper, left-sided No. 6 position, providing a strong combination of ball advancement and defense.

MANU KONE: FABINHO’S DIFFICULTY?
Another talented Frenchman, Manu Kone, is an active defensive midfielder who excels at forward ball carrying. He stands out for his exceptional ability to keep the ball and for his significant defensive contributions.

Though Kone and Thuram might make an intriguing midfield partnership, Kone’s ideal position is already occupied by Thuram. His ability to play the No. 6 position could even put Fabinho’s position in the team in jeopardy.

Ryan Gravenbach: The Unleashed Talent.

The Dutch phenom Ryan Gravenberch failed to live up to his potential while playing for Bayern Munich. His ability to combine defensive sturdiness with a knack for ball advancement, however, means that his talent is still unrivaled.

Although convincing Bayern Munich to let Gravenberch leave would be the biggest challenge, a move to Liverpool might give him the stage he needs to succeed.

THE RISING STAR: GABRI VEIGA.

Gabri Veiga of Celta Vigo, who combines fearless running with potent long-range shooting, dominated La Liga last season.
If he joins Liverpool, that would give the squad another midfield threat to score goals.

Given his potential, Liverpool may find it worthwhile to spend the estimated £34 million on him.

The premier league initiative is ROMEO LAVIA.

Romeo Lavia, a young player who shone during Southampton’s difficult 2022–2023 season, combines maturity and technical skill.
He could develop into a key component of Liverpool’s midfield setup if he joins the club; his defensive work ethic and ball-moving skills make him an ideal choice for the No. 6 position.

UK FANS WERE DENied access to the U21 Euros as broadcasters ignored their rights.
Liverpool’s pursuit of these talented players undoubtedly has the potential to significantly alter the composition of their midfield. We will be able to see more clearly how these potential additions might fit into Klopp’s plans as the U21 European Championship progresses.

The English U21 team is about to start their European Championship journey on Thursday, but fans won’t get to enjoy watching them on television.

In Georgia, where there will be no UK television coverage of the match, Lee Carsley’s team will open the competition against the Czech Republic. This unanticipated blackout occurs because no UK broadcasters expressed interest in buying the tournament’s rights.

Sky Sports declined to bid for this year’s rights despite being the broadcasters for the tournament in 2021. England was eliminated from the group stage of the last tournament early. However, as UEFA announced in a late-night statement, fans will be able to stream games on their website.

It is clear that the TV networks’ lack of interest has angered The FA. They are unable to stream matches on their own YouTube channel, however, due to UEFA rules. This situation seems to be motivated by the decision to set aside broadcasting resources for the upcoming Women’s World Cup in Australia.

Fans will likely start using VPNs from services like Liberty Shield to get around geo-blocks and access IPTV streaming from all over the world, as Liverpool fans have done since 3pm blackout laws affect Premier League games.

June 20, 2023