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  • Troy Deeney claims Dominik Szoboszlai produced one of the best moments he’s ever witnessed in Liverpool’s victory over Brentford

    Troy Deeney claims Dominik Szoboszlai produced one of the best moments he’s ever witnessed in Liverpool’s victory over Brentford

    Liverpool achieved one of their most significant victories of the season on Saturday, securing a thrilling 2-0 win against Brentford.

    Darwin Nunez’s record-breaking double in stoppage time was enough to seal the win for Arne Slot’s side in west London, after a dominant performance where Liverpool registered nearly 40 shots on goal. One of the key players in the match was Dominik Szoboszlai, who struck the crossbar in the first half before being substituted for Harvey Elliott with ten minutes remaining. Slot praised the England youth international for his impactful contribution off the bench.

    Despite Szoboszlai’s solid performance, Troy Deeney was particularly impressed by one of the midfielder’s shots, which left a lasting impression on the pundit.

    Szoboszlai strike ‘one of the best’ Deeney has ever seen

    Writing for BBC Sport, Deeney highlighted one of Szoboszlai’s efforts against Brentford as “one of the best” he has ever seen, likely referring to the Hungarian’s attempt that hit the woodwork around the 30-minute mark.

    Deeney commented: “He was excellent against Brentford and was a growing influence throughout the game. He looks comfortable in Arne Slot’s side now. He hit the bar with one of the best strikes I have ever seen, and on another day he could have had five.”

    With Liverpool target Antoine Semenyo also naming Szoboszlai as one of his toughest Premier League opponents, the Hungarian continues to earn praise from top professionals in the sport. Deeney’s remarks further highlight Szoboszlai’s exceptional long-range shooting ability, despite Liverpool fans having seen relatively little of this aspect of his game since his move from the Bundesliga 18 months ago.

    Slot needs to release Szoboszlai’s shackles if he’s to thrive

    Szoboszlai’s addition to Liverpool’s squad in 2023 has been intriguing, as the former Leipzig player has yet to fully capture the imagination of fans, despite a number of competent performances that have been somewhat underwhelming.

    For Slot, unlocking Szoboszlai’s potential by allowing him more freedom in the attack could garner significant praise. The advanced midfielder has shown the ability to do extraordinary things when given the right system and platform to succeed.

    Harvey Elliott himself has praised Szoboszlai as “world-class,” and FC Barcelona’s Dani Olmo is another major admirer of the Liverpool no. 8. Slot’s challenge will be to provide Szoboszlai with the opportunity to truly flourish within this system.

  • Liverpool urged to sign £39.5m ‘match winner’ from Real Madrid, described as ‘a wonderful talent,’ if Mo Salah departs

    Liverpool urged to sign £39.5m ‘match winner’ from Real Madrid, described as ‘a wonderful talent,’ if Mo Salah departs

    Danny Murphy has identified the Real Madrid forward Liverpool manager Arne Slot should target in the summer of 2025 if Mohamed Salah departs at the season’s end, also suggesting three Premier League players who could potentially fill his shoes.

    Salah is considered one of the greatest players in history and a Liverpool legend. Over his time with the club, the Egyptian forward has become a prolific goal scorer, netting 232 goals in 379 appearances. He has also provided 105 assists and helped Liverpool win both the Premier League and the Champions League.

    Liverpool supporters cherish Salah and would like him to extend his stay, but with his current contract expiring at the season’s close, there is mounting uncertainty about his future at Anfield.

    TEAMtalk reports that clubs in the Saudi Pro League are interested in acquiring Salah as a free agent in the summer of 2025, with Paris Saint-Germain also pursuing the former Chelsea player, reportedly eager to convince him to join their ranks.

    Liverpool is likely to consider potential replacements for Salah, and former Anfield star Murphy has recommended that the Reds pursue Real Madrid winger Rodrygo in the summer of 2025.

    Murphy is a big admirer of the 24-year-old Brazilian forward, who has won La Liga three times and the Champions League twice with Madrid since his £39.5m transfer to the Santiago Bernabeu in 2019.

    When asked which European players would be ideal replacements for Salah, Murphy told OLBG: “If Liverpool wanted one player to replace Mohamed Salah, the obvious choice for me would be Rodrygo from Real Madrid. I think he’s a wonderful talent.

    “I don’t know what his contract situation is in Madrid, but I think of him because we’ve seen him play at the highest level and win Champions Leagues in the last couple of years.

    “His numbers aren’t like Salah’s, but he’s a match winner. He can beat people, he’s quick, he’s playing in an environment where he’s under huge pressure every week and dealing with it.

    “Additionally, they’ve got so many talented players at Real Madrid that maybe there is room for one of them to leave. So that would be the obvious standout for me.”

    West Ham and Southampton stars also named as potential Salah replacements

    Murphy also has other players in mind who could replace Salah if he leaves Liverpool. The former midfielder highlighted West Ham United’s Jarrod Bowen and Southampton’s young talent Tyler Dibling as two players who could step in, along with Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo as a potential option.

    When asked which Premier League players could best fill the void left by Salah, Murphy said: “It will take more than one player to replace the void left by Mohamed Salah, and for me there are two obvious ones, Antoine Semenyo and Jarrod Bowen.

    “Semenyo I like as a player but might not quite be ready yet, he still needs time to grow, whereas Bowen is tried and tested and is nearly always West Ham’s best player when he is fit.

    “He is a super talent but his age profile might be pushing it for Liverpool. If Liverpool could bring in both Bowen and Tyler Dibling from Southampton, I think that would be brilliant.

    “A young, super-talent, full of confidence, plays on that right side, comes in on his left foot, beats people. I think that those two could help Liverpool if Salah leaves. If he left tomorrow and Liverpool got Bowen and Dibling, that would be brilliant.”

  • ‘Liverpool re-sign two key players’ following Robbie Fowler’s revelation

    ‘Liverpool re-sign two key players’ following Robbie Fowler’s revelation

    Liverpool supporters are increasingly confident that the club has already re-signed

    Liverpool supporters are increasingly confident that the club has already re-signed two of their key players whose contracts are set to expire at the end of the season.

    The futures of Virgil Van Dijk, Mohamed Salah, and Trent Alexander-Arnold have been major topics of discussion this season, with all three set to see their Anfield contracts run out in the summer.

    Currently, these players can negotiate with foreign clubs and will become free agents when the summer transfer window opens. Liverpool icon Robbie Fowler has now shared his thoughts on the situation.

    He told Amazon Prime: “I do have a little theory actually, and I don’t know if this is so far from the truth. I just think two of them have signed already, you know? For some reason, and maybe one hasn’t.
    “The simple fact is the club can’t come out and say, ‘You have signed’ and the other one hasn’t, because it makes the other one look worse.
    “There’s a possibility that may have happened. If two of them have signed and they come out and say, ‘We’ve signed them’ it puts so much pressure on the other one.”

    Although Liverpool has yet to make any official statements regarding the trio’s contracts, fans are inclined to believe Fowler’s words.

    Supporters feel that the club might be “protecting Trent from public pressure,” speculating that Van Dijk and Salah have already agreed to new terms.

    More news….

    Arne Slot must unleash key player as Liverpool await crucial answer to big question within 24 hours

    In a dramatic 1-1 draw at Nottingham Fores

    In a dramatic 1-1 draw at Nottingham Forest, Liverpool had to fight back after an early deficit, and the key to their second-half resurgence came from an inspired double substitution. The importance of Kostas Tsimikas and Diogo Jota‘s first touches in this match may not be fully realized until later in the season, but their impact was clear.

    For now, Arne Slot will be left reflecting on several missed opportunities, as Forest goalkeeper Mats Sels was in outstanding form, denying Liverpool a crucial victory. Sels was superb, keeping out efforts from Mohamed Salah, Cody Gakpo, and Jota, while Ola Aina also made a crucial clearance off the line. This resilience from Forest is exactly why they currently sit second in the league, showing their ability to withstand intense pressure from Liverpool’s attacking waves.

    Though Forest may not challenge Liverpool for the Premier League title come May, their defense is proving formidable, and a top-four finish looks very attainable, especially with rivals like Chelsea and Manchester City faltering after their own 2-2 draws earlier this week. If Arne Slot truly believes those teams are still title contenders, then no ground was lost here for Liverpool.

    In terms of defensive solidity, Forest certainly deserve recognition. Nikola Milenkovic and Murillo were exceptional, exemplifying why Forest have conceded only 20 goals in 21 games—matching Liverpool‘s defensive record. Only Arsenal have conceded fewer.

    From the outset, Liverpool controlled the game, dominating possession against a Forest side that opted to sit back rather than press. The hosts were content to invite Liverpool forward and defend deep, but, as in their previous meeting in September, a sharp counterattack caught Liverpool off guard. Chris Wood capitalized on the hosts’ first shot on target, finding the net after just eight minutes.

  • Liverpool player confirms new contract offer but his remarks may worry fans

    Liverpool player confirms new contract offer but his remarks may worry fans

    Liverpool fans worried about unusual contract situation

    Liverpool’s January transfer window has left supporters feeling disappointed, as no major signings have been made to strengthen the squad amid the club’s battle for both the Premier League title and success in European competitions.

    Adding to the uncertainty, the contracts of three key players—Virgil van Dijk, Mohamed Salah, and Trent Alexander-Arnold—are still unresolved, raising concerns that they could leave for free at the end of the season.

    A previous report suggested that Virgil van Dijk has agreed to a two-year contract extension, but official confirmation is still awaited.

    Ibrahima Konate, who plays alongside Van Dijk in defense, is also a priority for a new deal, with his current contract set to expire next summer.

    Ibrahima Konate has confirmed that Liverpool has offered him a new contract, but he has expressed uncertainty about the timing of a potential agreement.

    As quoted by Fabrizio Romano on X, Konate said:
    “It’s true, I’ve been offered a new contract by Liverpool. Am I close to signing it? That’s another conversation!”

    Konate joined Liverpool in July 2021 for £36 million from RB Leipzig and has since become an essential figure in the team’s defense, forming a strong partnership with Van Dijk. This season, the 25-year-old has made 22 appearances in all competitions, scoring two goals and providing an assist. His absence earlier in the season due to a knee injury, which sidelined him for eight games, highlighted his importance to the team.

    While Van Dijk often receives most of the praise for his defensive work, Konate’s solid performances often go unnoticed, even though he has been a key figure alongside the Dutchman.

    Liverpool fans worried about unusual contract situation

    Liverpool fans worried about unusual contract situation

    Konate’s remarks will likely intensify the worries of Liverpool fans, who are concerned about the unresolved contracts of their star players. The longer these negotiations continue without resolution, the more likely it becomes that these key players will depart.

    Trent Alexander-Arnold has been strongly linked with a move to Real Madrid, while Mohamed Salah, despite expressing his desire to stay, is now rumored to be a target for Saudi clubs.

    Liverpool must act swiftly to resolve these contract issues, or they risk losing their most important players for nothing in the summer.

  • Confirm preview: Liverpool vs. Lille – Team News Prediction and Lineups

    Confirm preview: Liverpool vs. Lille – Team News Prediction and Lineups

    Liverpool can secure their spot in the Champions League round of 16 on Tuesday when they face French club Lille at Anfield. Currently leading the group stage, Liverpool's 1-0 victory over Girona on December 10 preserved their perfect record of six wins from six matches. Lille, on the other hand, are in eighth place with 13 points, sitting in the final automatic qualification position for the round of 16. **Match Preview** Liverpool were fortunate to keep a clean sheet against Girona, having faced eight shots from inside the box and conceding nearly 1.25 xG. It’s worth mentioning that they produced a lower open-play xG than their Spanish opponents in that match. The Reds remain the only team in the Champions League to have won all six of their group-stage games and boast the competition’s joint-best defense, having conceded just once. Arne Slot's Lille side have already secured a spot in the round of 16 playoffs but need just one more point to secure an automatic qualification position, though they could still advance even with two losses. In domestic competition, Liverpool are six points ahead of second-placed Arsenal in the Premier League, with a game in hand, after their 2-0 victory over Brentford on Saturday, while Arsenal dropped points against Aston Villa the same day. Liverpool’s form has been inconsistent in recent weeks, with two wins, two draws, and one loss in their last five matches, scoring nine goals and conceding four. Lille, who defeated Sturm Graz 3-2 in their last Champions League match on December 11, had to rely on an 81st-minute goal from Hakon Arnar Haraldsson after nearly squandering a 2-0 lead. In Ligue 1, Lille are third with 32 points from 18 matches and occupy the final automatic Champions League qualification spot for the 2025-26 season. Bruno Genesio's team has only lost once in their last six Champions League games and are unbeaten in their past five, winning four. Lille are also on a 21-match unbeaten streak in all competitions, with 12 wins. Lille have won two and drawn one of their last three away games and are unbeaten on the road since September 2024, a run of 11 matches. **Team News** Liverpool’s only confirmed absentee is Joe Gomez, who will return in early February. It is unlikely that Slot will risk Ibrahima Konate due to his injury history, so Wataru Endo may partner Virgil van Dijk at center-back. Diogo Jota is a doubt after picking up a knock, and if he is not fit, Luis Diaz may lead the attack with Mohamed Salah and Federico Chiesa. Harvey Elliott could start in an attacking midfield role after his strong performance against Brentford, with Curtis Jones and Ryan Gravenberch in the midfield. Lille will be without defender Tiago Santos for the rest of the season, while Samuel Umtiti is expected to return only in late January. Their defense could include Thomas Meunier, Bafode Diakite, Alexsandro Ribeiro, and Ismaily, with Benjamin Andre and Ayyoub Bouaddi in midfield, as Ethan Mbappe and Nabil Bentaleb are unavailable. Lille’s attack might feature Mitchel Bakker, Remy Cabella, and Osame Sahraoui supporting Jonathan David, as Edon Zhegrova and Mathias Fernandez-Pardo are sidelined. **Liverpool possible lineup:** Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Endo, Van Dijk, Robertson; Jones, Gravenberch; Salah, Elliott, Chiesa; Diaz **Lille possible lineup:** Chevalier; Meunier, Diakite, Ribeiro, Ismaily; Andre, Bouaddi; Bakker, Cabella, Sahraoui; David **Prediction:** Liverpool 2-1 Lille Although Liverpool may look slightly disjointed if they make changes to the team that defeated Brentford, their passionate home support should help them secure a win. Lille will present a tough challenge due to their recent strong form, and they may frustrate the Anfield crowd at times, though they are likely to fall short in the end.

    Liverpool can secure their spot in the Champions League round of 16 on Tuesday when they face French club Lille at Anfield.

    Currently leading the group stage, Liverpool’s 1-0 victory over Girona on December 10 preserved their perfect record of six wins from six matches. Lille, on the other hand, are in eighth place with 13 points, sitting in the final automatic qualification position for the round of 16.

    Match Preview

    Liverpool were fortunate to keep a clean sheet against Girona, having faced eight shots from inside the box and conceding nearly 1.25 xG. It’s worth mentioning that they produced a lower open-play xG than their Spanish opponents in that match.

    The Reds remain the only team in the Champions League to have won all six of their group-stage games and boast the competition’s joint-best defense, having conceded just once.

    Arne Slot’s Lille side have already secured a spot in the round of 16 playoffs but need just one more point to secure an automatic qualification position, though they could still advance even with two losses.

    In domestic competition, Liverpool are six points ahead of second-placed Arsenal in the Premier League, with a game in hand, after their 2-0 victory over Brentford on Saturday, while Arsenal dropped points against Aston Villa the same day.

    Liverpool’s form has been inconsistent in recent weeks, with two wins, two draws, and one loss in their last five matches, scoring nine goals and conceding four.

    Lille, who defeated Sturm Graz 3-2 in their last Champions League match on December 11, had to rely on an 81st-minute goal from Hakon Arnar Haraldsson after nearly squandering a 2-0 lead.

    In Ligue 1, Lille are third with 32 points from 18 matches and occupy the final automatic Champions League qualification spot for the 2025-26 season.

    Bruno Genesio’s team has only lost once in their last six Champions League games and are unbeaten in their past five, winning four. Lille are also on a 21-match unbeaten streak in all competitions, with 12 wins.

    Lille have won two and drawn one of their last three away games and are unbeaten on the road since September 2024, a run of 11 matches.

    Team News

    Liverpool can secure their spot in the Champions League round of 16 on Tuesday when they face French club Lille at Anfield. Currently leading the group stage, Liverpool's 1-0 victory over Girona on December 10 preserved their perfect record of six wins from six matches. Lille, on the other hand, are in eighth place with 13 points, sitting in the final automatic qualification position for the round of 16. **Match Preview** Liverpool were fortunate to keep a clean sheet against Girona, having faced eight shots from inside the box and conceding nearly 1.25 xG. It’s worth mentioning that they produced a lower open-play xG than their Spanish opponents in that match. The Reds remain the only team in the Champions League to have won all six of their group-stage games and boast the competition’s joint-best defense, having conceded just once. Arne Slot's Lille side have already secured a spot in the round of 16 playoffs but need just one more point to secure an automatic qualification position, though they could still advance even with two losses. In domestic competition, Liverpool are six points ahead of second-placed Arsenal in the Premier League, with a game in hand, after their 2-0 victory over Brentford on Saturday, while Arsenal dropped points against Aston Villa the same day. Liverpool’s form has been inconsistent in recent weeks, with two wins, two draws, and one loss in their last five matches, scoring nine goals and conceding four. Lille, who defeated Sturm Graz 3-2 in their last Champions League match on December 11, had to rely on an 81st-minute goal from Hakon Arnar Haraldsson after nearly squandering a 2-0 lead. In Ligue 1, Lille are third with 32 points from 18 matches and occupy the final automatic Champions League qualification spot for the 2025-26 season. Bruno Genesio's team has only lost once in their last six Champions League games and are unbeaten in their past five, winning four. Lille are also on a 21-match unbeaten streak in all competitions, with 12 wins. Lille have won two and drawn one of their last three away games and are unbeaten on the road since September 2024, a run of 11 matches. **Team News** Liverpool’s only confirmed absentee is Joe Gomez, who will return in early February. It is unlikely that Slot will risk Ibrahima Konate due to his injury history, so Wataru Endo may partner Virgil van Dijk at center-back. Diogo Jota is a doubt after picking up a knock, and if he is not fit, Luis Diaz may lead the attack with Mohamed Salah and Federico Chiesa. Harvey Elliott could start in an attacking midfield role after his strong performance against Brentford, with Curtis Jones and Ryan Gravenberch in the midfield. Lille will be without defender Tiago Santos for the rest of the season, while Samuel Umtiti is expected to return only in late January. Their defense could include Thomas Meunier, Bafode Diakite, Alexsandro Ribeiro, and Ismaily, with Benjamin Andre and Ayyoub Bouaddi in midfield, as Ethan Mbappe and Nabil Bentaleb are unavailable. Lille’s attack might feature Mitchel Bakker, Remy Cabella, and Osame Sahraoui supporting Jonathan David, as Edon Zhegrova and Mathias Fernandez-Pardo are sidelined. **Liverpool possible lineup:** Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Endo, Van Dijk, Robertson; Jones, Gravenberch; Salah, Elliott, Chiesa; Diaz **Lille possible lineup:** Chevalier; Meunier, Diakite, Ribeiro, Ismaily; Andre, Bouaddi; Bakker, Cabella, Sahraoui; David **Prediction:** Liverpool 2-1 Lille Although Liverpool may look slightly disjointed if they make changes to the team that defeated Brentford, their passionate home support should help them secure a win. Lille will present a tough challenge due to their recent strong form, and they may frustrate the Anfield crowd at times, though they are likely to fall short in the end.

    Liverpool’s only confirmed absentee is Joe Gomez, who will return in early February. It is unlikely that Slot will risk Ibrahima Konate due to his injury history, so Wataru Endo may partner Virgil van Dijk at center-back.

    Diogo Jota is a doubt after picking up a knock, and if he is not fit, Luis Diaz may lead the attack with Mohamed Salah and Federico Chiesa. Harvey Elliott could start in an attacking midfield role after his strong performance against Brentford, with Curtis Jones and Ryan Gravenberch in the midfield.

    Lille will be without defender Tiago Santos for the rest of the season, while Samuel Umtiti is expected to return only in late January. Their defense could include Thomas Meunier, Bafode Diakite, Alexsandro Ribeiro, and Ismaily, with Benjamin Andre and Ayyoub Bouaddi in midfield, as Ethan Mbappe and Nabil Bentaleb are unavailable.

    Lille’s attack might feature Mitchel Bakker, Remy Cabella, and Osame Sahraoui supporting Jonathan David, as Edon Zhegrova and Mathias Fernandez-Pardo are sidelined.

    Liverpool possible lineup:
    Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Endo, Van Dijk, Robertson; Jones, Gravenberch; Salah, Elliott, Chiesa; Diaz

    Lille possible lineup:
    Chevalier; Meunier, Diakite, Ribeiro, Ismaily; Andre, Bouaddi; Bakker, Cabella, Sahraoui; David

    Prediction: Liverpool 2-1 Lille
    Although Liverpool may look slightly disjointed if they make changes to the team that defeated Brentford, their passionate home support should help them secure a win. Lille will present a tough challenge due to their recent strong form, and they may frustrate the Anfield crowd at times, though they are likely to fall short in the end.

  • Liverpool transfer update: Milos Kerkez sends message to Reds as deal nears confirmation

    Liverpool transfer update: Milos Kerkez sends message to Reds as deal nears confirmation

    Milos Kerkez

    Liverpool have yet to make any signings during the January transfer window, and it appears increasingly likely that departures, rather than arrivals, will dominate as Arne Slot eyes potential moves at Anfield.

    With just two weeks remaining in the transfer window, Liverpool has yet to act. Marcelo Pitaluga has left for Fluminense, while Calvin Ramsay has been loaned to Kilmarnock. Despite targeting a Premier League title, Arne Slot has not yet added any new players to his squad.

    There has been ongoing speculation about Darwin Nunez’s future, but the Uruguay international eased concerns by scoring a crucial brace against Brentford, helping secure three points for the Reds. Nunez’s performance was especially notable as Slot’s side struggled to break down Brentford’s defense.

    So, what might the next few days bring? Mirror Football takes a look at some of the latest news and transfer rumors surrounding Anfield.

    Elliott’s Commitment

    Harvey Elliott has reaffirmed that Liverpool is where he wants to be, amidst rumors of a possible departure. The former Fulham player revealed that he has had “friendly talks” with manager Arne Slot, but he remains focused on his goals at Anfield.

    Elliott stated: “Absolutely [I want to stay]. Liverpool is my club, Liverpool is my team. I want to fight for my place, fight for my position in the team. I am going to do what it takes. Do it as much as I can.

    “Help the team out when it’s possible. It’s down to me to put in the effort, the hard work, the desire, to make that achievement. I am not going to give up, I am going to keep fighting and who knows what might happen.”

    Expected Exit

    Midfielder Tom Hill is set to leave Liverpool for Harrogate, according to the Liverpool ECHO. Hill, who has been at Liverpool’s academy since he was five, is poised to sign an 18-month contract as he looks to kick-start his professional career.

    Hill made his senior debut in December 2019 against Aston Villa in the Carabao Cup and signed his first professional contract in February 2020. However, he was sidelined for nearly two years following knee surgery in September 2020.

    The Athletic reports that young players Tyler Morton and James McConnell are also likely to depart Liverpool this month.

    Kerkez’s massage 

    Bournemouth defender Milos Kerkez has fueled speculation about his future, acknowledging the transfer talk with a recent social media post. After his team’s 4-1 victory at Newcastle, which included a goal, Kerkez shared a message on Instagram: “I talk on the pitch,” alongside a picture of his goal celebration.

    Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai, a Hungary international teammate of Kerkez, responded to the post with: “Yes my son,” followed by a red heart emoji.

    Reports suggest that Kerkez’s preference for a move is to Anfield.

  • Keith Wyness responds to shocking Liverpool news – ‘big loss’

    Keith Wyness responds to shocking Liverpool news – ‘big loss’

    Keith Wyness, former chief of Everton, has stated that Liverpool is poised to announce a “big loss” financially, but they are expected to recover quickly this season.

    In a recent appearance on Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast, Wyness, who was the CEO at Goodison Park from 2004 to 2009 and now runs a consultancy for elite football clubs, suggested that this financial setback could explain Liverpool’s lack of transfer activity.

    As reported by the Liverpool Echo on January 7, the Reds are expected to reveal a “heavy loss” when they release their financial report for the 2023-24 season at the end of February. However, it is anticipated that the loss will be “tens of millions” lower than the £100 million figure that has been mentioned in other reports.

    Liverpool had to contend without Champions League football last season, and this has had a financial impact despite their success in winning the League Cup. Under Premier League Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR), clubs can only lose £105 million over a three-season period.

    Wyness shared his insights on the podcast: “I’ve seen the numbers reported, and it will be a big loss. It does explain, to a degree, why they’ve been so patient with the three players out of contract. If any one of those three players left, it would be a big expense to find a replacement. It may well be that they’ve been holding on and trying to get those contracts resolved.”

    He added, “These losses are also the reason they haven’t had any bumper spending on transfers in recent years. It does look like they will have a bumper year in 24/25. There’s the Champions League, FA Cup, Premier League – it could be a bumper season. That sort of loss could be erased this season. It will be a big loss, but the squad is performing. What more can you ask?”

    More news….

    Omar Marmoush comments released as ‘Liverpool target confirms transfer agreement’

    Omar Marmoush comments released as 'Liverpool target confirms transfer agreement'

    In a live update on the potential transfer saga of Omar Marmoush, it appears that the Egyptian forward could be heading to Manchester City this month, although Eintracht Frankfurt has yet to receive an official offer for the player, who is having a stellar season.

    Speaking to the press, Frankfurt’s sporting director Markus Krosche confirmed, “There is still no inquiry, no email, no offer. Our intention is to keep the squad together.” This comes amid growing speculation linking Marmoush to top Premier League clubs, with reports from Sky Sports suggesting the 25-year-old has agreed a deal in principle to join Manchester City.

    Marmoush has been in sensational form this season, with 18 goals and 12 assists in 24 appearances across all competitions for Frankfurt, making him one of Europe’s standout performers. Only Mohamed Salah has more goal contributions than Marmoush in the top five leagues. The forward, who plays alongside Salah for the Egypt national team, looks more likely to move to Manchester City than Liverpool at this stage.

    Negotiations between City and Frankfurt are reportedly set to begin soon, as Marmoush has reportedly agreed to be part of Pep Guardiola’s squad. Frankfurt is believed to value the player at around $82 million, but Manchester City is expected to push for a deal closer to $52 million to $62 million. Frankfurt is likely to reject any offers significantly below their asking price.

    City, who are currently without a recognized backup for Erling Haaland after selling Julian Alvarez to Atletico Madrid last summer, are looking to bolster their attacking options. While Haaland has scored 21 goals in 27 appearances this season, Phil Foden is the next highest scorer for City with just five goals, two of which have come in the Premier League. The addition of Marmoush could provide a valuable alternative, offering more versatility, agility, and a different playing style compared to Haaland—similar to the profile of Alvarez.

  • Explaining Liverpool’s Champions League permutations before the Lille match

    Explaining Liverpool’s Champions League permutations before the Lille match

    Omar Marmoush comments released as 'Liverpool target confirms transfer agreement' In a live update on the potential transfer saga of Omar Marmoush, it appears that the Egyptian forward could be heading to Manchester City this month, although Eintracht Frankfurt has yet to receive an official offer for the player, who is having a stellar season. Speaking to the press, Frankfurt's sporting director Markus Krosche confirmed, “There is still no inquiry, no email, no offer. Our intention is to keep the squad together.” This comes amid growing speculation linking Marmoush to top Premier League clubs, with reports from Sky Sports suggesting the 25-year-old has agreed a deal in principle to join Manchester City. Marmoush has been in sensational form this season, with 18 goals and 12 assists in 24 appearances across all competitions for Frankfurt, making him one of Europe's standout performers. Only Mohamed Salah has more goal contributions than Marmoush in the top five leagues. The forward, who plays alongside Salah for the Egypt national team, looks more likely to move to Manchester City than Liverpool at this stage. Negotiations between City and Frankfurt are reportedly set to begin soon, as Marmoush has reportedly agreed to be part of Pep Guardiola’s squad. Frankfurt is believed to value the player at around $82 million, but Manchester City is expected to push for a deal closer to $52 million to $62 million. Frankfurt is likely to reject any offers significantly below their asking price. City, who are currently without a recognized backup for Erling Haaland after selling Julian Alvarez to Atletico Madrid last summer, are looking to bolster their attacking options. While Haaland has scored 21 goals in 27 appearances this season, Phil Foden is the next highest scorer for City with just five goals, two of which have come in the Premier League. The addition of Marmoush could provide a valuable alternative, offering more versatility, agility, and a different playing style compared to Haaland—similar to the profile of Alvarez.

    Liverpool need a point against Lille on Tuesday night to secure their place in the Champions League last 16.

    The Reds will welcome the French side to Anfield for their seventh match of the current league phase, with an 8pm GMT kick-off.

    Arne Slot’s team has been perfect in the competition so far, winning all six of their matches. They are three points ahead at the top of the standings and are assured of at least a spot in the knockout play-offs.

    A draw against Lille would guarantee a top-eight finish for Liverpool and automatic progression to the last 16.

    Depending on results elsewhere, Liverpool could still advance to the last 16 even with a loss to Lille, as only 11 of the other 35 teams still have a chance to surpass them in the table with two games remaining.

    Slot’s squad will also travel to the Netherlands to face PSV Eindhoven on January 29 in their final match of the league phase.

    Clubs finishing in 9th to 24th place in the final standings will compete in two-legged play-offs to reach the last 16. Teams finishing 25th and lower will be eliminated from European competition for the 2024-25 season.

    The knockout play-offs will take place on February 11/12 and February 18/19, with the last-16 ties scheduled for March 4/5 and March 11/12.

    The top eight finishers in the league phase will be seeded for the last 16, facing a qualifier from the knockout play-offs. These seeded teams will play the second leg of their last-16 match at home.

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    Omar Marmoush comments released as ‘Liverpool target confirms transfer agreement’

    Omar Marmoush comments released as 'Liverpool target confirms transfer agreement'

    In a live update on the potential transfer saga of Omar Marmoush, it appears that the Egyptian forward could be heading to Manchester City this month, although Eintracht Frankfurt has yet to receive an official offer for the player, who is having a stellar season.

    Speaking to the press, Frankfurt’s sporting director Markus Krosche confirmed, “There is still no inquiry, no email, no offer. Our intention is to keep the squad together.” This comes amid growing speculation linking Marmoush to top Premier League clubs, with reports from Sky Sports suggesting the 25-year-old has agreed a deal in principle to join Manchester City.

    Marmoush has been in sensational form this season, with 18 goals and 12 assists in 24 appearances across all competitions for Frankfurt, making him one of Europe’s standout performers. Only Mohamed Salah has more goal contributions than Marmoush in the top five leagues. The forward, who plays alongside Salah for the Egypt national team, looks more likely to move to Manchester City than Liverpool at this stage.

    Negotiations between City and Frankfurt are reportedly set to begin soon, as Marmoush has reportedly agreed to be part of Pep Guardiola’s squad. Frankfurt is believed to value the player at around $82 million, but Manchester City is expected to push for a deal closer to $52 million to $62 million. Frankfurt is likely to reject any offers significantly below their asking price.

    City, who are currently without a recognized backup for Erling Haaland after selling Julian Alvarez to Atletico Madrid last summer, are looking to bolster their attacking options. While Haaland has scored 21 goals in 27 appearances this season, Phil Foden is the next highest scorer for City with just five goals, two of which have come in the Premier League. The addition of Marmoush could provide a valuable alternative, offering more versatility, agility, and a different playing style compared to Haaland—similar to the profile of Alvarez.

  • Report: Liverpool star player has agreed to a new two-year contract

    Report: Liverpool star player has agreed to a new two-year contract

    Liverpool may have already secured a new contract for one of their key players, although the news has yet to be officially confirmed.

    The club has been grappling with concerning off-field issues, with Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk, and Trent Alexander-Arnold all set to be out of contract at the end of the season.

    Fans will likely have been anxious about the possibility of losing all three players on free transfers, but it appears there is positive news regarding Van Dijk.

    Fichajes reports that the Netherlands international has already agreed to a two-year contract extension with the club, ensuring his future at Anfield.

    The report indicates that Liverpool are pleased with this development, and supporters will likely be celebrating once the news is made official.

    Virgil van Dijk set to remain at Liverpool, but will they retain their other key players?

    While Van Dijk’s future seems secure, Liverpool must now focus on keeping Salah and Alexander-Arnold for the long term.

    Salah’s potential move to Saudi Arabia has been suggested by recent reports, with Gianluigi Longari noting that Al Hilal are the frontrunners to sign him.

    In addition, El Chiringuito has claimed that Alexander-Arnold’s move to Real Madrid is already finalized for next season.

    Losing two out of these three crucial players would undoubtedly be a significant setback for Liverpool, even though securing Van Dijk is certainly a positive development.

    It is surprising that the club has found itself in this situation, as it is difficult to recall another team facing such a complex transfer dilemma in recent years.

    Liverpool fans will be hoping they can navigate through this challenge and that valuable lessons will be learned to prevent such issues in the future.

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    Arne Slot must unleash key player as Liverpool await crucial answer to big question within 24 hours

    In a dramatic 1-1 draw at Nottingham Fores

    In a dramatic 1-1 draw at Nottingham Forest, Liverpool had to fight back after an early deficit, and the key to their second-half resurgence came from an inspired double substitution. The importance of Kostas Tsimikas and Diogo Jota‘s first touches in this match may not be fully realized until later in the season, but their impact was clear.

    For now, Arne Slot will be left reflecting on several missed opportunities, as Forest goalkeeper Mats Sels was in outstanding form, denying Liverpool a crucial victory. Sels was superb, keeping out efforts from Mohamed Salah, Cody Gakpo, and Jota, while Ola Aina also made a crucial clearance off the line. This resilience from Forest is exactly why they currently sit second in the league, showing their ability to withstand intense pressure from Liverpool’s attacking waves.

    Though Forest may not challenge Liverpool for the Premier League title come May, their defense is proving formidable, and a top-four finish looks very attainable, especially with rivals like Chelsea and Manchester City faltering after their own 2-2 draws earlier this week. If Arne Slot truly believes those teams are still title contenders, then no ground was lost here for Liverpool.

    In terms of defensive solidity, Forest certainly deserve recognition. Nikola Milenkovic and Murillo were exceptional, exemplifying why Forest have conceded only 20 goals in 21 games—matching Liverpool‘s defensive record. Only Arsenal have conceded fewer.

    From the outset, Liverpool controlled the game, dominating possession against a Forest side that opted to sit back rather than press. The hosts were content to invite Liverpool forward and defend deep, but, as in their previous meeting in September, a sharp counterattack caught Liverpool off guard. Chris Wood capitalized on the hosts’ first shot on target, finding the net after just eight minutes.

  • Darwin Nunez steps up while Kostas Tsimikas misses opportunity – 4 key takeaways from Brentford match

    Darwin Nunez steps up while Kostas Tsimikas misses opportunity – 4 key takeaways from Brentford match

    Darwin Nunez rescued Liverpool

    Darwin Nunez rescued Liverpool on a frustrating afternoon against Brentford, scoring a late brace to secure three crucial points for the team.

    It hasn’t been the January Arne Slot and his Liverpool side had hoped for, leaving room for their Premier League title challengers to close the gap.

    Nunez eased the disappointment for Liverpool with two goals in stoppage time, following a 1-1 draw with Nottingham Forest earlier in the week.

    Heading into the Brentford match, Liverpool were four points clear at the top of the league with a game in hand over second-place Arsenal. Kostas Tsimikas was tasked with countering Brentford’s counter-attacks, but he found himself on a tightrope after receiving a booking early in the second half.

    The Reds seemed to have misplaced their shooting boots until Nunez made his impact. They managed 30 shots over the course of the game but couldn’t convert, despite clear chances from Cody Gakpo and Luis Diaz. Dominik Szoboszlai also hit the crossbar.

    Mohamed Salah’s contract situation continues to be a talking point, and the Egyptian was largely quiet in this match. While he provided some quality passes, he struggled to find space for goal-scoring opportunities.

    Nunez eventually broke the deadlock late in the match, scoring twice in quick succession to give Liverpool a vital win. Still, Slot and his team have work to do as Arsenal remain in hot pursuit.

    The Left-Back Problem

    Although Liverpool sit atop the Premier League and rarely lose, a defensive issue persists, particularly at left-back. While Andy Robertson has been a loyal and effective player, age is catching up with him, and backup Kostas Tsimikas has yet to impress significantly.

    Liverpool have been linked with Milos Kerkez, a 21-year-old Hungarian international from Bournemouth. Kerkez offers both solid defensive and attacking contributions. As a teammate of Reds’ midfielder Szoboszlai, his potential move could work in Liverpool’s favor. However, Kerkez won’t come cheap, and Bournemouth will likely demand a hefty fee for their rising star.

    Missed Chances

    Liverpool recorded 19 shots in the first half and a total of 30 by the final whistle at the G-Tech. The Reds have struggled to find consistent goal-scorers beyond Salah, with Diaz, Gakpo, and Nunez being inconsistent.

    While they remain top of the table, their lack of finishing could hinder their Premier League title aspirations. They managed to get the win this time, but such luck may not hold in future matches.

    Konate’s Importance

    Ibrahima Konate was a standout performer for Liverpool. The pace of Brentford’s attack, combined with Liverpool’s high defensive line, put pressure on the team, but Konate handled the situation admirably. Despite injury issues in his Liverpool career, Konate’s impact is clear when fit.

    Nunez’s Moment

    Darwin Nunez thrives in chaotic situations, and this game was no exception. Despite being jeered by Brentford fans when he entered, Nunez silenced them with two quick goals in stoppage time.

    Though often criticized for his finishing, Nunez delivered at the crucial moment. The Liverpool fans showed their appreciation, and he fully deserved the praise.