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‘No One Saw It Coming’ – Mac Allister Shares How Gravenberch Shocked Liverpool

Live from Anfield – reporting on Liverpool’s sensational Premier League-winning campaign under new manager Arne Slot.

In what can only be described as a dream debut season, Arne Slot has led Liverpool to their 20th Premier League title, pulling off a stunning campaign with minimal changes to the squad. Aside from the arrival of Federico Chiesa, Slot largely relied on the core group left behind by Jurgen Klopp — and boy, did he get the best out of them.

One of the standout aspects of this new era has been the individual resurgence of several players. Mohamed Salah spoke candidly about Slot’s influence, particularly noting how a shift in his role unlocked some of the best numbers of his Liverpool career.

But perhaps the most unexpected transformation came from Ryan Gravenberch.

Alexis Mac Allister: “We were surprised by Ryan’s level”

The Dutch midfielder, brought in by Klopp in 2023 from Ajax, initially struggled in a central role. However, under Slot, everything changed. Slot made the bold call to shift Gravenberch into the number six position — a role many had not envisioned for him. The move paid off spectacularly.

Speaking on The Anfield Wrap Podcast, Alexis Mac Allister revealed the squad’s reaction to Gravenberch’s rapid adaptation:

“Yeah, definitely. I think everyone was surprised by Ryan’s level at the beginning. We knew what he could do, but it was a new position for him as well because we don’t play with a six, with a defensive six.”

“So it was about finding that balance between Ryan and me — to attack and defend and do well. And as you said, Dom, an amazing player. He never gets tired.”

Gravenberch became the anchor of the midfield, playing nearly every game of the Premier League season. His performances not only cemented his place in the squad — they earned him the Premier League Young Player of the Season award.

Slot credits Mac Allister for the breakthrough idea

Interestingly, the spark behind this tactical shift didn’t come from the manager alone. In an interview with Sky Sports, Slot revealed it was a preseason conversation with Alexis Mac Allister that got the ball rolling.

“One of the things I spoke to most of the players [about], maybe to all of them in their summer break… Alexis said to me, and I also felt the same, that he has no problem playing as No. 6 – he did quite well the season before – but he prefers to play with a No. 6 behind him.”

Slot added:

“That’s also why we were interested in signing a No. 6, but Ryan came back one or two days earlier – I was hoping for more – and that way he could play the Manchester United game in that position.”

What followed was a revelation. Slot recalled a specific moment from that United match:

“There’s one moment where we played the ball to him and someone tried to press him. He just used his body to shield the ball, and the player didn’t see him again for a few seconds.”

“It made me feel that this would be a good asset to have. We had to find out in the first few games if he was defensively strong enough – and he definitely was. He’s now one of the players with the most interceptions and all these kinds of stats.”

A New Era Begins

With Arne Slot at the helm and players like Gravenberch and Mac Allister thriving in reimagined roles, Liverpool have not only reclaimed the Premier League crown — they’ve ushered in a new era of intelligent, adaptive football. And if this first season is anything to go by, the Red Machine under Slot is only just getting started.

May 30, 2025
Alexis Mac Allister warns Liverpool of crucial mistake to avoid against Manchester United

Alexis Mac Allister has issued a Premier League title warning ahead of Liverpool’s upcoming match against Manchester United on Sunday.

The Argentina international remains focused on maintaining momentum as Liverpool prepares for the second half of the Premier League season. Despite their strong start, Mac Allister insists the team “will not get carried away” by their early success. After a rare midweek without a fixture, Liverpool will face fierce North West rivals Manchester United at home this Sunday afternoon.

Currently sitting six points ahead of Arsenal at the top of the Premier League, Liverpool enjoys a game in hand over their nearest competitors, having concluded 2024 with a commanding 5-0 victory over West Ham United last weekend.

The squad returned to the AXA Training Centre on Thursday after a three-day break following the win over West Ham, which marked their 23rd victory in 27 games across all competitions this season.

However, Mac Allister emphasizes that the team is not complacent about their progress. They are determined to keep their focus on continuing their strong form, particularly as they look to capitalize on the current struggles of Manchester United, who have lost their last three Premier League matches under new manager Ruben Amorim and are now 14th in the table.

“We’ve been in a really good moment and the feeling in the squad has been super-positive,” Mac Allister said. “But as we always say, at a club like this there’s no time to rest or get carried away with what’s happened – you just have to try to win and think about the next game.”

He also highlighted the importance of squad depth, saying: “We know that players who come into the side at the start or as substitutes are really important and if you want to win trophies, you need them. Of course, you don’t want to be on the bench, but we know what every guy here, when he comes in, does his best for the team.”

Under new manager Arne Slot, Mac Allister has taken on a slightly different role this season, playing in a defensive midfield pivot. He has featured in every match except two, when he was suspended.

Reflecting on Slot’s impact since his summer arrival to replace Jurgen Klopp, Mac Allister said: “It’s been a good feeling from day one. From the very start we saw a little bit of the way he wanted us to play and as a group I think we really embraced it. We’re all comfortable with the way he wants us to play, with the tactical ideas that he’s brought with him. I think you can tell that we’re very happy.”

He added: “It’s not easy for a new coach to come in, especially after a legend like Jurgen Klopp who was here for so many years and won so many things. I’m happy for Arne and for the whole group because the truth is that we work very hard and we’re doing so in a great way. So hopefully we can crown it by winning him a trophy or two.”

Mac Allister has contributed a goal and two assists in his last three matches, playing a key role in setting up two goals in the West Ham game. “I like to score goals, I like to assist, I want to put even more into that, into improving my numbers, and I think I can do that,” he said. “So I’m happy for what I’m achieving but at the same time I always want a little bit more.”

January 2, 2025
Liverpool face losing key player as Alexis Mac Allister’s suspension clarified

Ryan Gravenberch will need to navigate a disciplinary tightrope in Liverpool’s upcoming Premier League matches if he wishes to avoid a one-match suspension. The 22-year-old Dutch midfielder has featured in all 14 league matches for the Reds this season, but with four yellow cards already, he risks losing his ever-present status.

Under Premier League rules, players who accumulate five yellow cards before the 20th game of the season automatically face a one-game suspension. For Gravenberch, this means that if he is booked in any of Liverpool’s next four league matches—against Fulham, Tottenham Hotspur, Leicester, or West Ham—he will have to sit out the following game.

However, after the season’s halfway point, the suspension threshold increases to ten yellow cards across the first 32 matches, meaning Gravenberch could pick up a fifth booking in the games against Manchester United or later without facing a ban.

Meanwhile, Alexis Mac Allister will serve a one-match suspension against Fulham on Saturday after collecting his fifth yellow card of the season against Newcastle United. The Argentine was originally set to miss Liverpool’s trip to Goodison Park last weekend, but his suspension was postponed following the cancellation of the match due to Storm Darragh’s impact on Merseyside.

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“I’ve been in that situation before” – Alan Shearer shares bold prediction for Mohamed Salah at Liverpool

Mohamed Salah has scored in seven consecutive Premier League matches and will aim to extend that streak when Liverpool faces Everton on Saturday.

Alan Shearer has endorsed Salah’s chances of breaking Jamie Vardy’s Premier League scoring streak record. The Egyptian winger has found the net in seven straight league games and needs to score in five more to surpass Vardy, who set the record in 2015 by breaking Ruud van Nistelrooy’s previous streak.

Vardy, now 37, scored in 11 consecutive matches during Leicester City’s title-winning 2015/16 season, surpassing van Nistelrooy’s 10-match run. His goals came against Bournemouth, Aston Villa, Stoke, Arsenal, Norwich, Southampton, Crystal Palace, West Brom, Watford, Newcastle, and Manchester United.

Salah, now on a seven-match streak, is closing in on Vardy’s record. He began his run with a goal against Chelsea and has followed it up with goals against Arsenal, Brighton, Aston Villa, Southampton, Manchester City, and Newcastle.

Shearer, the Premier League’s all-time top scorer, believes Salah can break Vardy’s record. Liverpool’s upcoming fixtures include matches against Everton, Fulham, Tottenham, Leicester, and West Ham.

Shearer told Betfair: “As a player, when you’re on a run like Salah is, you feel pretty unstoppable. I’ve been in that position myself, and you just can’t wait for the next game to come around.

“You don’t go out there hoping you’re going to score, you go out knowing that you’re going to score. Standing in that tunnel before a game when you’re in red-hot form, it’s a great feeling, believe me.”

“It wouldn’t surprise me to see him break Jamie Vardy’s Premier League scoring streak record, especially with the form he’s in, the player he is, and the chances that Liverpool create. With the Christmas and New Year period full of matches, it’s a great time for him.”

“Can he break the record? I wouldn’t put it past him, he’s that good of a footballer.”

December 13, 2024
Liverpool may be missing seven players against Everton as Alexis Mac Allister faces two-match suspension

Liverpool will be missing several players due to injury and suspension for Saturday’s Merseyside derby against Everton.

Arne Slot has confirmed that Alexis Mac Allister is the latest addition to Liverpool’s injury list, as the Argentina international faces two one-match suspensions in both the Premier League and Champions League. As a result, he will miss both the trip to Everton and the game at Girona.

With Mac Allister’s absence, the Reds could be without as many as seven players when they make their way across Stanley Park. However, Federico Chiesa is nearing a return to the first team after scoring for the Under-21s during the week.

Liverpool is particularly stretched in defense, with only five defenders available. Slot was forced to play Jarell Quansah at right-back during Liverpool’s 3-3 draw with Newcastle while managing Trent Alexander-Arnold carefully due to a hamstring issue.

Given that the Newcastle game marks the start of nine matches in 32 days for Liverpool, the ECHO takes a closer look at the players who could be absent for the first Merseyside derby of the season:

Alexis Mac Allister
Mac Allister will miss Liverpool’s next two matches due to suspension. He was booked in the 3-3 draw with Newcastle and will sit out the Merseyside derby after receiving his fifth yellow card of the Premier League campaign. The standard punishment is a one-game suspension, but the midfielder will also miss next week’s Champions League trip to Girona after earning a third European yellow card against Real Madrid.

Mac Allister has received eight yellow cards in 21 appearances for Liverpool this season. Expressing his disappointment after the Newcastle match, he shared on social media: “So sad to be suspended for the Merseyside Derby, a huge game, for a yellow that I don’t think I deserved. Time to support the boys from outside, come on Liverpool.”

Alisson Becker
Alisson is nearing a return after suffering a hamstring injury at Crystal Palace in early October. He recently explained why his recovery had taken longer than expected. Slot has confirmed that Alisson will return as the first-choice goalkeeper when fully fit, despite Caoimhin Kelleher’s impressive performances. The Brazilian has been seen training individually during the November international break, but a specific return date is yet to be determined. Slot expects him to be back in goal before the end of the month.

At his pre-match press conference before facing Newcastle, Slot said: “We are just waiting for the moment that Alisson is completely fit because Caoimh is doing too well to put Alisson in goal if he is only on 50 per cent [fitness] and that would not be good for Alisson and not be good for the team. He’s getting there. It might take a few more extra days but he’s getting closer and closer and like I’ve always said the end phase of rehab is always the period where you feel like, ‘OK, is he really there or does he need a few extra days?’ But he will be in goal before the end of December if things continue like they are.”

Federico Chiesa
Chiesa, who has not played for Liverpool since his debut against West Ham United in the League Cup in September, is nearing a comeback after rejoining team training. The forward has gradually integrated into full team sessions over the past two weeks. Slot confirmed that Chiesa “is getting back” ahead of the Newcastle match. He did not play in the 3-3 draw but appeared for the Under-21s against FC Nordsjaelland, scoring in a 4-3 loss. It remains unclear whether he will be fit for Saturday’s Merseyside derby.

Diogo Jota
Jota has been absent since sustaining an upper body injury in the first half of the match against Chelsea after the October international break. Slot had initially expected the Portuguese forward to return in December and confirmed he would miss both the Real Madrid and Manchester City fixtures. Jota was seen training after the November international break but is not yet fully integrated into team sessions. While he is approaching a return, it is unlikely he will be fit in time for the Newcastle match.

Conor Bradley

Bradley suffered a hamstring injury during Liverpool’s Champions League match against Real Madrid and has been ruled out for a “few weeks.” Slot confirmed that Bradley, along with Ibrahima Konaté and Kostas Tsimikas, is expected to return by January at the latest.

Ibrahima Konaté
Konaté injured his knee during Liverpool’s win over Real Madrid and later confirmed on social media that he would be sidelined for a period. He missed the victory over Manchester City and was seen on crutches at Anfield. Slot has since stated that the Frenchman will be out for “a few weeks” but should return in January.

Kostas Tsimikas
Tsimikas sustained an ankle injury in training last month and was spotted on crutches with a protective boot before the match against Manchester City. Like Konaté and Bradley, Tsimikas is expected to be back in action by January at the latest.

December 6, 2024
Liverpool news: Arne Slot gets injury update as key player returns before Chelsea match

Liverpool is gearing up for their match against Chelsea at Anfield as Arne Slot prepares his team for the Premier League’s return after the international break.

As the international break comes to a close, Liverpool is readying themselves for their upcoming clash. They will host Chelsea on Sunday, with Slot aiming to build on his impressive start with the team. The Dutch manager’s squad currently tops the league with six victories and just one loss this season, although a more challenging schedule awaits.

Key players like Trent Alexander-Arnold, Kostas Tsimikas, Virgil van Dijk, Mohamed Salah, and Curtis Jones will be among the first for Slot to assess. However, tougher choices are on the horizon as he considers the status of Alexis Mac Allister and Luis Diaz, who are still further afield.

Teammate supports Kelleher

Caoimhin Kelleher is set to start in goal for Liverpool against Chelsea, with Alisson Becker unavailable for the match. The Irish international did not participate in the Reds’ victory over Crystal Palace when his Brazilian teammate had to leave the field at Selhurst Park.

Instead, Viteslav Jaros stepped in, as Kelleher was sidelined due to illness. However, Kelleher is expected to return this weekend.

The 25-year-old goalkeeper has featured in both of the Republic of Ireland’s Nations League matches to ensure he is ready to start for Slot. He made several key saves against Greece on Sunday but also made a critical mistake by leaving his area and passing the ball directly to Petros Mantolos, who scored, securing a 2-0 victory for Greece.

Despite this error, Ireland star Troy Parrott has come to Kelleher’s defense. “It’s frustrating for all of us, there is nothing we can do. Everyone makes mistakes; Caoimh doesn’t make many,” Parrott stated.

“Everyone in the dressing room is behind him, but I don’t think he needs it because he’s strong enough mentally to deal with it. Obviously, it’s frustrating to give a good side like this chances, especially at that time in the game when we were coming back into it and creating good chances ourselves. It’s difficult, but we have to move on.”

Alexis Mac Allister Update

The midfielder sustained a groin injury during Liverpool’s last match but traveled to join Argentina recently. Although Mac Allister missed the draw against Venezuela, he now appears to have made a positive recovery.

According to Ole, the former Brighton player has returned to full training and is even in contention to play for the World Champions against Bolivia. While this news is encouraging for the Reds, the possibility of him playing in the early hours of Wednesday morning could be a concern for his club as they prepare for the match against Chelsea.

Koeman on Van Dijk Return

One player returning sooner than anticipated is captain Virgil van Dijk. The Dutchman received a controversial red card against Hungary and was subsequently suspended for the Netherlands’ second game.

Van Dijk had initially intended to stay with the squad throughout the break, but it was decided he should return to Liverpool to optimize his conditioning.

“He was a little too quick with answers,” said Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman regarding Van Dijk. “The fact he wanted to stay with the group is of course a great attitude, but if you look at what players play in matches these days, it is logical you send him home. So, we as staff have made the decision to send him home.”

October 15, 2024
Liverpool Injury Updates and Return Timelines for Alisson, Mac Allister, and Chiesa Before Chelsea Match

Latest Liverpool Injury Update: Four Players Unfit Ahead of October International Break

Liverpool manager Arne Slot is optimistic about the return of some players following the October international break. In their last match before the break, the Reds secured a 1-0 victory against Crystal Palace, with Diogo Jota netting the sole goal.

This marked their sixth win of the season, keeping them at the top of the table, just one point ahead of Manchester City and Arsenal, both of whom also achieved victories against Fulham and Southampton.

After the international break, Liverpool faces a series of challenging matches, beginning with a home game against Chelsea, followed by an away fixture against Arsenal. In terms of injuries, Harvey Elliott has been sidelined for seven games due to a fractured foot.

Federico Chiesa joined him in the treatment room after sustaining an injury during training before their Champions League victory over Bologna last week.

Alisson

Injury: Hamstring.

Slot commented, “The latest is that we don’t know, but what we do know is that if a player walks off like he did, that normally means he is not in the Brazil squad, and I don’t expect him to be in the team for our first game after [the international break].”

He added, “We have to wait and see, but I assume it will take a few weeks for him to return. I think it is [his hamstring].”

The exact return date remains unclear.

Alexis Mac Allister

Injury: Groin.

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Slot also mentioned, “He went off because of an injury, but how severe it is is difficult for me to judge at this moment. He could have continued playing, as it didn’t happen right before half-time, but he felt it a bit too much and decided it wasn’t wise to keep playing, since you never know if it could worsen.”

He noted, “Now, what is the exact situation? Can he go to Argentina? Can he play there? That’s hard for me to tell you right now. [It’s an issue] in his groin area.”

The player stated, “I felt a slight discomfort during the game, but nothing that will stop me. Now I’m fully focused on what’s ahead.”

Possible return date: Chelsea (H) – October 20.

Harvey Elliott

Injury: Fractured foot.

Slot mentioned, “I’m not expecting him to be out for a very long period of time.”

Possible return date: Chelsea (H) – October 20.

Regarding Harvey Elliott, who has a fractured foot, Slot remarked, “Harvey is, of course, a big disappointment for him but also for us.” He added, “Okay, he didn’t play that much in the first three games, but he performed well in pre-season and showcased his abilities.”

Slot noted, “If he had stayed fit, he would have had plenty of playing time in the upcoming fixtures, but now it gives a chance to someone else.”

Possible return date: Chelsea (H) – October 20.

October 6, 2024
Injury update and latest news for Liverpool following the international break, ahead of the Nottingham Forest match

Liverpool will resume Premier League action this weekend by hosting Nottingham Forest, aiming to maintain their perfect record under Arne Slot after his impressive start with three consecutive wins.

The Reds are set to take the field again this week, with Slot looking to achieve four victories from four Premier League matches following his recent triumph at Old Trafford.

Liverpool players have been away on international duty over the past 10 days, but they have returned to the AXA training facility as they prepare for Nottingham Forest’s visit on Saturday.

Liverpool are heavily favored to win against Forest, who are expected to struggle in the Premier League this season. Despite this, Forest themselves are unbeaten with one win and two draws and will approach the match with confidence that they can secure a result against Slot’s team.

Liverpool.com has provided an update on Liverpool’s injury situation, including one key player already ruled out for the match and three others who will undergo late fitness tests.

Alexis Mac Allister

Liverpool’s central midfielder experienced an injury scare while on international duty with Argentina but seems to be fit to play after appearing off the bench for his national team shortly thereafter. Mac Allister played 79 minutes and scored against Chile but was substituted due to a muscle injury, raising concerns among Reds fans. However, it appears to have been a precaution, and he should be available for the squad, though it is uncertain if Slot will start him.

Harvey Elliott

Liverpool will likely be without Elliott for the next six weeks or more due to an injury sustained while with England’s under-21s. Elliott has had limited opportunities under Slot but would have been a candidate to replace Mac Allister had the latter missed the game. Instead, the 22-year-old will spend the coming month and a half recovering from a fractured foot.

Curtis Jones

Curtis Jones is expected to return to the squad after recently regaining full fitness. Jones has been absent at the start of the season due to a muscle injury but has recovered and should be included in the lineup against Nottingham Forest.

Federico Chiesa

Liverpool’s latest signing, Chiesa, is anticipated to be part of the squad for the upcoming match after spending time with Liverpool’s youth team during the international break, as he was not selected for the Italian national team. Chiesa had not featured for Juventus before joining Liverpool and was not included in the squad against Manchester United. Following 10 days with the youth team, the skilled attacker is now ready to join Slot’s squad.

Liverpool.com’s predicted lineup against Forest: Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Van Dijk, Konate, Robertson; Gravenberch, Mac Allister, Szoboszlai; Salah, Jota, Diaz.

September 13, 2024
Arne Slot has a transfer dilemma when it is revealed that the Liverpool player has a £60 million release clause.

In the coming days, Arne Slot will formally succeed Jurgen Klopp as manager of Liverpool, but one of the players he will be inheriting is already being linked to a Real Madrid move.

Despite having an excellent debut season in Liverpool’s midfield, Alexis Mac Allister’s native Argentina is still the source of rumours that Real Madrid is planning a transfer for the World Cup winner the following year.

Furthermore, the residence of the former Brighton player reportedly contains a £60 million release clause that the Spanish giants may activate. However, Real Madrid is anticipated to hold out until the summer of 2025 because Kylian Mbappe’s impending move from Paris Saint-Germain will dominate their offseason spending plan.

The youthful French midfield core of Aurelien Tchouameni and the adaptable Eduardo Camavinga complements the seasoned play of Toni Kroos and Luka Modric for the La Liga winners. Although the Croatian is reportedly in negotiations for a one-year deal, Mac Allister is reportedly being considered as the player’s eventual successor.

But the release clause story raises even more questions as Liverpool prepares for a challenging period of change with Arne Slot taking over as head coach in place of Jurgen Klopp, who left after Sunday’s Premier League match against Wolves. Joel Matip, the centre defender, and Thiago Alcantara, the midfielder, have both been announced to be leaving.

After nearly ten years in charge at Anfield, Klopp made the following statement during his last pre-game press conference: “I don’t think it was a quick nine years.” We made use of everything, so in my opinion, it was not a waste of time at all.

A decade is a significant period of time in life. I won’t forget a single day from that period. I did it for the greatest club I could have ever dreamed, and I met the most amazing people I have ever encountered. I adore this site in its whole. I carry friendships and memories with me always.

Although Slot, the manager of Feyenoord, has previously stated that he will be at Liverpool for the upcoming season, the club is anticipated to formally confirm Slot’s selection as Klopp’s replacement shortly.

However, his selection has been interpreted as a sign of the dearth of excellent managers on the market at a time when Bayern Munich is having difficulty finding a replacement for Thomas Tuchel.

“From Feyenoord to Liverpool is a huge jump and I think it shows at this moment that there’s probably a dearth of real top managers out there, when you look at who Liverpool are going after,” recently stated Jamie Carragher, a former Reds defender who is now a commentator.

“Initially it was Xabi Alonso – it’s only his first full season as a manager – then there was talk of Ruben Amorim from Sporting, who’s only 39.”

May 22, 2024
“Work that one out!” Pundit is still “baffled” by Liverpool’s £35 million signing.

In a hard-fought Premier League match at Anfield on Sunday, Liverpool defeated his previous team, Brighton, 2-1. Alexis Mac Allister was the standout player on the pitch.

The Argentinean international is having a fantastic season as the Reds look to win the Premier League, and he is currently a strong candidate to be crowned the team’s player of the year.

The 25-year-old’s performance against Brighton won him acclaim from managers, teammates, and commentators alike. He created a lovely assist for Mohamed Salah.

Many analysts would consider Mac Allister, who signed with the Seagulls for a mere £35 million during the summer transfer window, to be the season’s best acquisition, especially considering the costs associated with acquiring other midfield players in the previous campaign.

For a £105 million cost, Chelsea acquired Moises Caicedo from Brighton, but the Blues have barely used him as their season fades into obscurity.

Partner midfielder Enzo Fernandez, who was recruited in January for nearly the same amount from Benfica, hasn’t performed all that well either.

And once more, a Brighton icon in the form of Glenn Murray, has applauded the business that Liverpool pulled out.

The former striker said, “I think that’s some of the best business of the summer, £35m for him,” on the Kelly and Wrighty Show.

“He played with Moises Caicedo at Brighton and went for £105 million; he also played with Enzo Fernandez [for Argentina], going for £95 million.”

“Work that one out? Liverpool signed him for £35 million. Though he’s equally as excellent as them, I’m not claiming he’s better than them.

RECENT WEEKS HAVE SEEN MAC ALLISTER AT HIS CREATIVE BEST.

With Wataru Endo’s form enabling the World Cup champion to break out of defensive midfield and press farther forward, Mac Allister has been at his most inventive in recent weeks.

Liverpool has benefitted from Mac Allister’s last five league games with two goals and four assists.

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After returning to Anfield, Liverpool legend Fernando Torres left a message for Mo Salah.

After returning to Liverpool, Fernando Torres spoke a few kind things about Mohamed Salah.

After Mohamed Salah returned to Liverpool last weekend for a legends match against Ajax, Fernando Torres was all praise for the player. In front of almost 60,000 spectators at Anfield, the Reds overcame a late deficit to defeat their Dutch opponents, and the Spaniard was on target for them.

Torres spent four years on Merseyside and scored eighty-one goals for Liverpool before joining Chelsea on the last day of the January transfer window in 2011. When asked about his favourite Liverpool players following Saturday’s match, he was all love for Salah, with whom he had played at Stamford Bridge.

Speaking about Salah, Torres remarked, “I remember when he came to England and he was very young and didn’t have the minutes he deserved.” “He needed to relocate to Italy, establish his worth, and locate a unique team for a unique player.

“What he accomplished on his own is evident. He is, in my opinion, one of the best players of the past ten years and a top player. He is my favourite player, and in the past ten years, he has been among the finest in the world, as I have always stated.”

After joining Chelsea from Basel, Salah first had trouble adjusting to the club and failed to leave an impact on Jose Mourinho. After being sent on loan to Fiorentina and then Roma, he eventually made his permanent home with the latter, where he became one of Europe’s most feared attackers.

After Liverpool offered Salah the chance to come to England in 2017, the 31-year-old has not looked back, and he is currently regarded as the team’s most valuable player. He has scored 21 goals in all competitions this season alone, keeping the Reds in the running for several titles.

Salah has already acknowledged that he sought a move outside of England because he was unable to handle the pressure of playing for Chelsea at such a young age. “It was really hard for me mentally,” he stated. I was under too much external pressure from the media, too much for me to bear. I was hardly playing at all. I thought, “No, I have to leave.”

You can either prove the folks wrong or inform them that they are correct to place you on a bench. I had to disprove their assertions. Having a real chat with oneself is the best thing you could do. Simply grab a coffee, take a seat, and ask yourself what you want.

“Some people struggle to adequately confront who they are, but that’s okay with me. When I’m having trouble, I simply look in the mirror and accept my situation

April 3, 2024
‘Desire’ to play for a different club is acknowledged by Alexis Mac Allister

According to Alexis Mac Allister, there is a “desire” to play for a team other than Liverpool in the future. In the summer, the midfield player relocated to Anfield.

Although Alexis Mac Allister only moved to Anfield in 2023, it’s obvious that he intends to play professionally before hanging up his boots. If it’s feasible, Mac Allister, who joined from Brighton, would like to go back to Boca Juniors.

The midfield player joined Brighton in January 2019 after beginning his playing career at Argentinos Juniors. He was sent back to Argentinos as part of that transaction, and the following summer, he finished a loan to Boca.

It didn’t last long, though. In January 2020, Mac Allister was called up by Brighton, therefore his season-long loan became a half-season arrangement. They thought he could contribute to their first team, and for the balance of the 2019–20 campaign, the Argentine played in nine Premier League games.

This indicates that Mac Allister, who backed Boca as a young player, only appeared on the pitch 20 times. Between 1992 and 1996, his father performed there as well as Alexis’s brother Kevin. As a matter of fact, the two brothers were simultaneously on loan at Boca.

Therefore, Alexis looks to have unresolved business and appears to be hoping to visit Boca one last time before his career ends.

In Argentina, Mac Allister told TyC Sports, “I don’t like to promise that I will return because the reality is that there is still a long way to go, but anything can happen.”

“It’s evident that I have the desire, especially since my stay in Boca was brief. However, only time will tell if I will have that opportunity and they grant it to me.”

Hence, nobody should anticipate that happening very soon, although the 25-year-old does have an eye towards a career after Liverpool.

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Tottenham is in the lead to sign a target from Liverpool.

Teun Koopmeiners is a midfield player, and Tottenham has apparently been interested in bringing the Dutch international to North London.

Spurs have failed to sustain their performances after an amazing start to the season under new manager Ange Postecoglou, as they have dealt with multiple injuries to important players.

Timo Werner and Radu Dragusin were added in the January transfer window to increase the depth of their squad, but there will undoubtedly be more additions in the summer.

The top player on that list is Koopmeiners, a midfielder for Atalanta who has drawn interest from multiple Premier League teams.

Spurs and Liverpool are in the “front row” for the 25-year-old, according to a report from the Italian publication Calciomercato.

However, the article claims that Atalanta will be looking to pay the “best possible price,” using Rasmus Hojlund’s high-profile transfer to Manchester United as an example of a prospective fee. As a result, he might not come cheap.

This season, Spurs’ midfield has been the key to their success; James Maddison, a recent addition, has chemistry with Yves Bissouma, Papa Matar Sarr, and Rodrigo Bentancur when healthy.

Koopmeiners’ addition to this well-established midfield will enable them to contend on all fronts.

They will be more competitive on all fronts in the upcoming season with Koopmeiners joining this already solid midfield, especially if they manage to secure Champions League football.

February 29, 2024