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Liverpool transfer news: Following a seven-figure payout, the Reds find a £50 million release clause.

Dani Olmo, the standout performer for Spain at Euro 2024, is reportedly available for £50 million, but speed is of the essence after securing a convenient sell-on price.

In the important early stages of the Arne Slot region, Liverpool is being welcomed back by players for pre-season training as the Dutchman settles in.

Among the athletes flashing their faces on the training pitch on Wednesday was Mohamed Salah. Salah’s future will be a topic of discussion once more after Al-Ittihad, a Saudi Arabian team, made a £150 million approach for him last summer.

Along with Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold, the Egyptian is one of several important players who will either need to extend their contracts or be let go in the upcoming season. Along with making such choices, Slot will also be thinking about how to draw in new gamers.

£50 million is Olmo’s release clause.

Dani Olmo has been shining for Spain in the Euros; on Tuesday night, they defeated France in the semi-finals, and he scored the game-winning goal. Alongside Fabian Ruiz, the gifted attacking midfielder has excelled in a leading role. After the tournament, he may be on the move.

It is anticipated that Olmo’s £50 million release clause would be activated before to its expiration on Monday, as reported by Mirror Football. With three goals and two assists at Euro 2024, the RB Leipzig player has drawn interest from the Premier League and La Liga.

Time is of the essence because once his release clause expires, his price tag is probably going to increase to £60m or £70m. Olmo has been distanced by Chelsea, and it is believed that Liverpool will not be moving at this time.

Thuram completes the move.

Khephren Thuram has historically piqued Liverpool’s interest, and they were heavily linked to him last summer. They ultimately pursued Wataru Endo instead of Alexis Mac Allister since Nice’s £34 million asking price was too high.

He made 48 appearances for Nice in all competitions, scoring twice and dishing up eight assists during the 2022–2023 season, which sparked interest. All of it is now moot since Thuram was signed to a five-year contract by Juventus. He has continued his father Lillian Thuram’s career, who played for Juventus from 2001 to 2006.

Liverpool nets a convenient payout

Liverpool supporters may not find Kamil Grabara’s transfer from FC Copenhagen to Wolfsburg particularly interesting, but they should.

A portion of Wolfsburg’s £11.4 million purchase price for the custodian is owed to Liverpool. Grabara, who never played for the first team, may go unnoticed to you, yet in 2016 he paid £250,000 to join the Reds from Polish club Ruch Chorzow. Liverpool added a sell-on clause when he was transferred for £3 million five years later, and the clause has since paid off.

The 6′ 5in goalie trained frequently with the first team and spent two years with the reserves before moving permanently to Copenhagen and going on loan to Aarhus and Huddersfield.

July 11, 2024
A year after Liverpool’s “interest,” Khephren Thuram is offered at a low price.

Khephren Thuram, a midfielder for OGC Nice, is reportedly available for a very low price after Liverpool’s alleged interest in him fizzled out last summer.

Two names dominated the Merseyside rumour mill last summer: Khephren Thuram and Manu Kone.

Many believed the French midfielders were the perfect additions, and they were hailed as part of Jurgen Klopp’s engine room rejuvenation.

In the end, neither moved to Anfield; instead, Liverpool signed Wataru Endo, Dominik Szoboszlai, and Alexis Mac Allister after attempts to sign Moises Caicedo and Romeo Lavia were unsuccessful.

Thuram stayed at Nice, while Kone, who was sidelined for a large portion of the transfer window, continued to play for Borussia Monchengladbach.

As Thiago gets ready to go, Liverpool may look to acquire a midfield player once more this summer, though it’s unclear who they could target.

Interestingly, Nice-Matin, a French website, claims that Thuram may now fetch between €15 million (£12.9 million) and €20 million (£17.2 million) if Nice decides to sell him with a year remaining on his contract.

Thuram has “finished strong at the end of the season,” but it is revealed that his form has been “far from expectations” this season, which at times resulted in a cold reaction from supporters.

Thuram has played in two friendlies in March for the France U23s in addition to his 27 appearances for Nice this season, the most of which have come as a No. 8.

That would probably involve him in the Olympics at the end of July, which would naturally complicate any move to a new team.

Given that Liverpool had communication with the player’s representation last summer before Szoboszlai arrived, it seems unlikely that they would even entertain a move for the 23-year-old.

However, Ibrahima Konate has expressed a desire to play with his “little brother” at Anfield on multiple occasions. If another midfielder is needed, the deal might be reevaluated.

According to the Nice-Matin article, Thuram’s teammate Jean-Clair Todibo has been linked to Liverpool and is expected to depart Nice in the summer.

Given that Joel Matip is probably going to go on a free transfer, one could argue that centre back is a higher priority position coming into the summer window.

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May 14, 2024
Jurgen Klopp suffered double blow on Liverpool’s two transfer targets after the decision was overturned

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has long been interested in Nice midfielders Hefren Thuram and Athletic Bilbao’s Nico Williams, but those moves could now become complicated.

Liverpool could regret signing Hefren Thuram and Nico Williams, with a move for the in-demand duo set to become more difficult than ever.

Spaniard Williams, 21, is regarded as one of La Liga’s brightest prospects but his club are now demanding a new deal to keep him at the club alongside his older brother Inaki, who is locked out until 2028.
Like Williams, Nisa midfielder Thuram is also attracting attention from Liverpool.

The 22-year-old footballer has entered the international league of France and is attracting the attention of Juventus.

The Italian giants are looking for a replacement for Paul Pogba, who could face an extended retirement from football after testing positive for a banned substance, and believe Thuram could be the perfect replacement.

Thuram is the son of former French footballer Lilian Thuram, a former Juventus defender, and his older brother Marcus plays for domestic rivals Inter.

According to a new report from Calciomercato, Thuram is Juventus’ top transfer target next summer and is Pogba’s de facto replacement at the Bianconeri.

It means Reds boss Jurgen Klopp could regret his decision not to sign the Frenchman this summer.
Turam’s transfer fee could rise due to interest from Juventus and a deal could now become difficult.

Bilbao, meanwhile, have insisted Nico Williams is not going anywhere and is confident of his commitment to the Basque Country’s long-term future.
Club president Jon Uriarte has now spoken about the winger’s future.

“We are calm,” Uriarte told Diario AS about the future of Williams Jr., among other stars.
“We want an attractive project for Nico and other players like Unai Gomes, who extended his contract this week.

We think Nico will find this project attractive and we believe in him.” His family is loyal to athletics, and this is the highlight of his career.
We have nothing to say about any rumours.

Liverpool have missed out on several transfer targets this summer, including Moises Caicedo and Romeo Rabia, who moved to Chelsea, and Sofian Amrabat, who caught Klopp’s eye, at Manchester United.

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Liverpool might benefit from Bayern ace’s contract impasse

Even though the transfer window only opens twice a year and lasts for a few weeks, preparations are made all year long to give organizations like Liverpool the best chance of being in front of the line when a deal can be made.

Although there are still deals to be made on deadline day and late window purchases are common due to injuries, if a club has done its homework in the run-up to a window, as the Reds frequently do, then the agreement and contract signing are essentially formalities.

Although those associated with the club and its supporters may not have preferred, there were still players brought in during the summer transfer window, and most of them have been successful.

But as long as players of the highest caliber are still available, Jurgen Klopp must be interested in them.
He is constantly striving for perfection.

Jamal Musiala, a 20-year-old star for Bayern, could be one of them.

Our Story: FC Liverpool is interested in Jamal Musiala (20) @FCBayern. His agents are currently not talking to the club about extending his contract (Til 2026) with Bayern @SPORTBILD @altobelli13

— Christian Falk (@cfbayern) October 17, 2023

According to Christian Falk of SportBILD, Liverpool are interested in the player.

Curiously, his agents are not in contact with the Bavarian powerhouses regarding an extension of his current contract.

The Reds may feel they’ve gained an advantage over their rivals in advance of a future contract discussion, even though there is still a lot of water that could still go under the bridge in this particular situation

October 23, 2023
Thuram, a target for Liverpool, might depart this summer.

Khephren Thuram, who was a transfer target for Liverpool, could leave OGC Nice this summer, according to Get French Football News, which received confirmation from OGC Nice’s sporting director Florent Ghisolfi.

This summer, the France midfielder has been frequently linked with a transfer to Liverpool, and it was claimed that Jurgen Klopp’s team and Thuram have already reached an agreement on personal terms.

Following his outstanding performances for Nice last season, he is regarded as one of the top midfielders in France. He made 48 appearances across all competitions and contributed to 10 goals, which helped them finish ninth in Ligue 1.

Thuram was a standout performer for France at the European Under-21 Championship this summer in Georgia and Romania, where they advanced to the quarterfinals.

Get French Football News reports that although Liverpool have not yet initiated negotiations with Nice regarding the transfer of Thuram, they may do so soon given the departures of Jordan Henderson and Fabinho, as well as the upcoming start of the Premier League.

While Nice is eager to hold onto their best players, Ghisolfi claims that the 22-year-old and teammate Jean-Clair Todibo are drawing interest from a number of clubs. The director acknowledges that a transfer ‘could happen’ this summer, despite Nice’s desire to keep their best players.

“Thuram and Todibo are sought after. Although we never committed players, we hope to keep all of our important players. A departure could take place if everyone is satisfied, according to Ghisolfi, as quoted by Get French Football News.

According to the report, Thuram’s contract with the club has two years left, and the Ligue 1 team is asking for between £34 and £43m (€40-€50m) to sign him.

remodel the midfield.
After a subpar 2022–23 season, Liverpool is currently rebuilding their midfield. Along with Henderson and Fabinho, other players who have left the team include Naby Keita, James Milner, and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain. Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai have joined the Merseysiders, and Romeo Lavia of Southampton is still attracting a lot of interest.

The Reds will make an improved offer of around £42.5m guaranteed fee plus £2.5m add-ons in the hopes that the newly relegated team will accept the offer after the Saints rejected their initial offer. Chelsea will make a counteroffer, though.

Liverpool will need to keep their options open because the Blues are willing to sabotage the transaction. Thuram would be a less expensive choice than Lavia given Southampto’s £50 million asking price for the 19-year-old.

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Report: A “devastating” player will join the Premier League; Liverpool was thinking about making a £30 million offer

This summer, Liverpool has been one of the teams linked to Barcelona’s desire to sell midfielder Frank Kessie to the Premier League.

The Catalan giants intend to offload Kessie next week, and they anticipate that the English top division will be his final destination, according to Mundo Deportivo.

The Ivorian signed a four-year contract with a whopping €500 million buyout clause when he left AC Milan for Barcelona last summer on a free transfer.

Antonio Cassano, the club’s former striker, described Kessie’s time in Milan as “devastating,” but he hasn’t been able to match that performance in La Liga.

Kessie scored a last-second goal to beat Real Madrid in March, but he only made seven starts last year and that goal ended up being his only league goal for Barcelona.

According to the report, Barcelona will now try to offload Kessie and is hoping to get a fee from an English club, while Juventus is only interested in a loan deal.

The 26-year-old is rumored to be eager to establish himself in Spain, but if he were to transfer to the Premier League, he would only be interested in signing with a “Big Six” club.

This summer, Kessie has been heavily linked to a number of clubs, including Liverpool. According to a Daily Mail report from last month, Liverpool was considering making a £30 million offer to entice Kessie to Anfield.

Romeo Lavia appears to be a target for the Reds this week, but if Fabinho and Jordan Henderson are both able to sign with Saudi Arabia, the Reds may still look to add another midfielder.

Could Frank Kessie find his form again at Liverpool?

If Barcelona weren’t in such dire need of money, Frank Kessie, who was highly regarded while playing for AC Milan, might have a better chance.

Although Jurgen Klopp is the only manager who has a chance to restore him to form, Liverpool may try to capitalize on his impending departure.

Kessie could be a great addition for the Reds because of his 35 league goals over five years for AC Milan. The Reds need to add more experience to their new-look midfield.

Whether they will want to meet his £30 million asking price is another matter; if Lavia signs, their midfield recruitment spree could cost close to £150 million.

July 29, 2023
Liverpool is getting closer to adding another midfielder, with the agreement of personal terms.

Liverpool successfully acquired Alexis Mac Allister from Brighton on Thursday, and the Reds are now looking to add a midfield partner for the World Cup winner.

Due to Fabinho’s declining performances throughout the previous season, Jurgen Klopp is looking to add a defensive midfielder to his lineup for the upcoming season.

The Reds have made Khephren Thuram of OGC Nice a target, and according to FootballTransfers, the Merseyside club and the 22-year-old have reached an agreement on personal terms.

A transfer fee is reportedly being discussed between the two clubs, with Nice reportedly looking to get the most money for the French star and Newcastle reportedly having an interest in the midfielder.

Since January, Liverpool has been keeping an eye on Thuram, who is reportedly pushing for a transfer to Anfield with his entourage.

With the defensive midfield position becoming vulnerable over the past year under Fabinho’s leadership, the 22-year-old would be a huge boost for Klopp going into the upcoming season.

The Frenchman appears to be Liverpool’s second acquisition of the summer transfer window, and after that deal is done, Klopp will focus on bringing in a third midfielder to complete his overhaul.

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What the Brighton players had to say about Alexis MacAllister leaving Liverpool and the simple transfer decision

The signing of Alexis Mac Allister by Liverpool is discussed by one of the ECHO jury members.

Following the impressive acquisition of Alexis Mac Allister, Liverpool’s summer transfer window has opened.

On Thursday morning, the 24-year-old was introduced as the Reds’ first summer acquisition. He has committed to the team for five years. Mac Allister will be prepared to jump right into Jurgen Klopp’s midfield next season after making 98 Premier League appearances prior to his arrival at Anfield.

selecting No. The World Cup champion will have big shoes to fill when he plays during the 2023–24 season after inheriting the No. 10 shirt from its previous owner, Sadio Mane, but Mac Allister comes across as an induvial who is ready to take on this new challenge in his career.

The versatile midfielder, whose goal now is to help Liverpool contend for the biggest prizes in the game, has already helped Brighton secure European football for the first time in their history.

To be able to compete with Manchester City next season, Klopp’s team will need to make more additions to the roster, with a focus on bringing other midfield targets to Merseyside. Although he will need to be supported by acquisitions of comparable caliber, Mac Allister represents a step in the right direction for the Reds’ recruitment drive.

A comment on Liverpool’s new No. 10, ECHO jury columnist Andrew Cullen thinks Mac Allister has all the skills required to make an immediate impact.

Mac Allister gives Liverpool’s midfield some much-needed qualities, according to Andrew Cullen (@BrothersRed5).

The signing of Brighton’s elusive midfield maestro Alexis Mac Allister has given Liverpool’s summer transfer activity a promising start.

Some reports state that the fee could be as little as £35 million, which, if true, would be a wise choice for the business. In addition to being financially wise, the deal is also wise for Liverpool because they will be bringing in a young, energetic midfielder with a strong history in the Premier League.
The Liverpool midfield, which was dull and uninspired last season, will get some zing and flair from Mac Allister.

Last season, Mac Allister began to make a difference for the Brighton team after a lackluster start to life in the Premier League. He was a crucial part of Brighton’s remarkable rise. He also excelled on the international stage by winning the most coveted award in football in Qatar, in addition to his impressive performances on the domestic stage.

Given that Brighton plays a dynamic, attacking brand of football that is not too dissimilar from Klopp’s heavy metal brand, Mac Allister’s transition ought to be smooth, at least on paper. He should be able to complement Henderson and Fabinho’s more practical pairing and synchronize with a Thiago or Trent pairing with his playing style.

His former Brighton teammates are complimentary of not only his physical skills but also his disposition, mentality, and personality. In a player, Klopp searches for this modest ambition.

The signing of Alexis Mac Allister is a good start for Liverpool’s summer business after the disappointment of losing the race for Jude Bellingham. Naturally, Liverpool still needs to add speed and power to its midfield and perhaps defense, so it is hoped that this transaction is just the beginning of things to come this summer.

June 9, 2023
Anfield Index: Liverpool and the French duo come to an agreement.

On the same day the team announced the signing of Alexis Mac Allister, Liverpool FC appears to be making more progress in what is already proving to be a hectic summer transfer window. Khéphren Thuram and Manu Koné, two French superstars, are reportedly in agreement on personal terms with the club, potentially adding a significant amount of reinforcements to the Reds’ roster, according to reports from Anfield Index.

Liverpool and Thuram and Kone come to an agreement.

Last week, 90min reported that Liverpool had begun talks with both players. Now, AI correspondent Dave Davis has revealed in an episode of the Transfer Pod podcast that both Thuram and Koné have agreed to personal terms. “Now, all that needs to happen is for LFC to come to an agreement with Nice for Thuram and with Mönchengladbach for Koné. He told host Trev Downey on Anfield Index, “The personal terms with both players are already agreed.

This is a crucial update for Liverpool fans who are itching for new talent.

Chief Anfield decision-makers are paying attention to Thuram, who is currently playing for Nice in French Ligue 1. The top spot goes to Thuram. Just take a look at the news reports, Trev,” Davis said.

Thuram, who is highly regarded for his power, tactical prowess, and instinct for scoring goals, could significantly improve Liverpool’s midfield. His arrival would not only strengthen Liverpool’s lineup but also represent their commitment to the upcoming season.

Borussia Mönchengladbach starlet Manu Koné is also rumored to be close to joining Liverpool. Davis made a suggestion, saying, “No one really knows, aside from Jurgen and his trusted lieutenants. The terms have been agreed upon, but look at the rumors.
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Liverpool’s midfield could benefit from the flair, dexterity, and creativity of Koné. There is undoubtedly excitement surrounding the potential transfer of the young French prodigy to Anfield.

Official Declarations are anticipated.

Although personal terms have been agreed upon, the transfers’ last stages have not been completed. Regarding when official confirmations would occur, Davis said, “We could be looking at any day now.”.

Fans of Liverpool can anticipate any confirmations of these transfers. Thuram and Koné could strengthen Liverpool’s midfield and herald an assertive transfer window for a team that is in desperate need of rejuvenating their midfield.

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As Alexis Mac Allister completes his transfer, Liverpool sets its next five transfer goals

Although Brighton’s Alexis Mac Allister joined in the summer transfer window, there is still much to be done to revamp Jurgen Klopp’s midfield.

After bringing in Alexis Mac Allister as their first signing of the summer this week, Liverpool is planning to continue their search for midfield reinforcements this summer.

The World Cup winner underwent a medical on Wednesday after receiving permission from his current club Brighton to do so.
The Reds have reportedly agreed to pay £35 million for the Argentine midfielder.
As the Reds’ transfer plan takes shape, he is anticipated to be only the first arrival of the summer.

Last week, Jorg Schmadtke started working as the sporting director. The German was hired to help with Klopp’s transfer requests as he works to qualify for the Champions League again in the upcoming campaign. With James Milner, Naby Keita, and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain all having left the club before their contracts were set to expire on June 30, midfield is thought to be the main area of focus for the summer transfer window.

Jude Bellingham, a midfielder for Borussia Dortmund, has officially signed with Real Madrid, costing the Reds the chance to sign him. The Athletic has revealed the targets who have come across the Reds’ radar and made a shortlist, so the Reds can now turn their focus to other targets.

Bellingham’s replacement, the 21-year-old Dutchman Ryan Gravenberch of Bayern Munich, has previously been suggested. Romeo Lavia, who was released by Southampton after being relegated, and Kephren Thuram, a 22-year-old French midfielder for Nice, have joined him.

In addition, Manu Kone of Borussia Monchengladbach and Gabri Veiga of Celta Vigo have both been mentioned as alternatives by the Reds, who are eager to reenergize the team with young talent. In the meantime, Franck Kessie’s agent dismissed rumors that he might join the team as “fake news,” even though a £30 million transfer from Barcelona had previously been proposed.

Liverpool’s ability to influence transfers is expected to change this summer as a result of their failure to make the Champions League and their constrained financial resources. As he discussed the Reds’ transfer plans earlier this year, Klopp hinted at a different strategy as the team moved forward into what they hoped would be a new era.

In April, the German remarked, “I’ve never understood why we talk so much about things that are theoretically out of reach.”. For instance, “We cannot sign six players this summer for £100 million each. I see now.

You must first acknowledge your capabilities before putting them to use. We then work with the amount of money we have available.
You need to complete that task.

“We do everything in our power to obtain the things we need and want. However, there are times when we must acknowledge that this or that is not possible for us, leave the situation, and take another action. ”.

June 8, 2023
After acquiring Alexis Mac Allister, Liverpool “schedules talks with the next two targets.”.

Alexis Mac Allister has been introduced by Liverpool as their first acquisition of the summer transfer window.

After finalizing the acquisition of Alexis Mac Allister from Brighton, Liverpool is reportedly planning to hold new negotiations with the attorneys for Manu Kone and Khephren Thuram. The Argentine World Cup winner joined the Reds right away thanks to a clause in his contract at the Amex Stadium that allowed him to leave for a reduced £35 million fee.

In order to replace the departing James Milner, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, and Naby Keita, additional midfield hires are now on the table, and it appears Jurgen Klopp is ready to complete his transfer shortlist.

Fabrizio Romano claims that new negotiations with the renowned French couple, who were recently spotted hanging out together in Paris, have been scheduled.

“Liverpool have scheduled a round of talks with Manu Kone and Khephren Thuram agents,” transfer expert Romano tweeted. Both players are still on the list even though no bid has yet been made.

After the Mac Allister deal was finally completed, the Reds will begin looking for their next midfield addition. “.

In preparation for his midfield makeover at Anfield, Klopp has already initiated communication with the representatives of both players, who are now firmly in his plans.

Nils Schmadtke, the son of Borussia Monchengladbach’s new director and the new sporting director of Liverpool, has an interesting new job.

If Liverpool decides to enter into negotiations with their Bundesliga rivals, it might be advantageous to them.

Kone is admired by Chelsea as well and might be available for around £30 million.

Thuram is currently in high demand due to his contributions with Nice, which led to his recent inclusion in the Ligue 1 Team of the Year.

Despite being a mainstay for Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s team, the magnificent young talent only managed two goals and four assists in 35 matches in the French top division this season.

Thuram is a defensive midfielder who can also advance his team’s position on the field with his dribbling skills.

In addition to looking for a No. 8 to bolster their current options in the middle of the park, Liverpool is also looking for cover and competition for Fabinho.

Numerous other midfielders, including Moises Caicedo of Brighton, have also been connected to the Reds.

If Liverpool wants to compete for his services this summer, the Ecuadorian international will probably cost more than £80 million.

The 21-year-old’s interest in Arsenal and Chelsea is also strong, and both clubs made January bids for the box-to-box master.

As a backup for Trent Alexander-Arnold, Liverpool would prefer to sign a second central defender and perhaps a right-back.

June 8, 2023
Liverpool trade news LIVE: Mane linked to return, Thuram blow, Reds draw in on Mac Allister

Liverpool have some big signings to offer when the transfer window starts in nine days. Jurgen Klopp is looking to rebuild his squad after missing out on the Champions League

With just nine days to go before the summer transfer window opens – and Liverpool are preparing for a big few months as Jurgen Klopp looks to rebuild his squad.

We already know that James Milner, Naby Keita, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Roberto Firmino are heading for the exit, with Joel Matip’s future also uncertain.

Sporting director Jörg Schmadtke took up his new role last Thursday and his first big task could be signing Brighton midfielder Alexis Mac Allister. Personal terms have reportedly been agreed for the world champion and he is expected to be the first of many newcomers.

The Anfield side are also in the running to sign Khephren Thuram from Nice and Manu Kone from Borussia Mönchengladbach, and are even now linked with former star Sadio Mane just a year after joining Bayern Munich.

Another Bundesliga winner, midfielder Ryan Gravenberch is another target, but hopes of signing Mason Mount appear to be fading with Man United in pole position for the Englishman.

Liverpool fans vote for player of the season

It hasn’t been the best season for Liverpool, but at least fans have European football to look forward to next season.

It will be the Europa League, but even a fifth place marked a recovery after a bad first half of the championship.
And now fans can vote for their Player of the Season via the club’s website

Liverpool feel the date of the program

Liverpool’s league schedule for the 2023/24 season will be announced on Thursday 15 June at 9am.
With work on the Anfield Road Stand extension continuing until the end of July, the club submitted an application to play their first away game. Klopp boosted by the return of a young star

Liverpool hope Kaide Gordon’s injury nightmare ends soon as the 18-year-old returns to training.
Gordon, who made his first-team debut for the Reds last season, last played 16 months ago in a 3-0 Premier League 2 defeat away to Leeds United.

The academic graduate suffers from a pelvic disorder and is undergoing specialist training.
Not a new signing for Jurgen Klopp, but it might look like it.

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Carvalho out? Red Bull Leipzig are reportedly preparing a second offer for Liverpool midfielder Fabio Carvalho, who hinted he was leaving Anfield last week.

The Reds turned down a bid for the academy graduate from Fulham but, according to Football Insider, Leipzig are ‘ready to test the Reds’ resolve’ by making an improved offer for the 20-year-old.

Alexis Mac Allister deal could be finalized this week

Liverpool are closing in on a full deal to sign Alexis Mac Allister – and hope to finalize the deal this week.

The Reds have agreed in principle on details of a transfer fee with Brighton which would cover the exit clause in his contract and would be less than £60m.

And with personal details set to be finalized this week, manager Jurgen Klopp is growing confident of securing his first major signing this summer. Liverpool ‘fan’ Kone aims to shine in the Premier League

A longtime manager of Manu Kone has revealed that Liverpool are his favorite club and the Borussia Monchengladbach star wore one of their kits during a trial period.

Former Paris FC youth coach Reda Bekhti recalled that the French Under-21 international wore red during his trial with the Ligue 2 outfit.

In an exclusive interview with Liverpool.com, Bekhti explained why a move to Anfield would be perfect for Kone – it would be particularly rewarding for Manu. I remember him wearing a Liverpool kit during the Paris FC trial, it’s his favorite club than him,” he said.

“Liverpool would be a great step for him and a good career choice. He could prove himself in the Premier League playing for one of England’s most popular clubs.

In such an environment, he could only develop further and continue to demonstrate his talent.

Alexander Arnold goes to Barca

Trent Alexander-Arnold was in Barcelona this week – but don’t worry Liverpool fans, he wasn’t there to negotiate with the Catalan giants.

Instead, TAA enjoyed the Spanish Grand Prix. And he enjoyed looking closely at the AlphaTauri setup before the race, which was won by Max Verstappen.

Liverpool dealt a blow to their talks with Thuram

Khephren Thuram stressed he was happy given Liverpool’s interest in OGC Nice. 90min reported this week that the Reds have started talks with Thuram’s representatives ahead of the opening of the summer transfer window on June 14.
But it looks like the France international, who won just one cap, will need convincing.

Mane is linked with a return to Anfield

Sadio Mane has been linked with a return to Anfield after failing to impress Bayern Munich manager Thomas Tuchel.

Despite winning the Bundesliga, CEO Oliver Kahn and sporting director Hasan Salihamidzic have been sacked and dozens of players are set to be sacked this summer.
Several outlets, including Bilde and Echo, have suggested Mane’s return could be a possibility, although Jurgen Klopp has signed Luis Diaz and Darwin Nunez.

The Celt star “seduced” by Klopp

Gabri Veiga was the hero as Celta Vigo secured their survival in La Liga this weekend by scoring twice in a win over Barcelona.

And according to Spanish media outlet Relevo, Liverpool are one of the main Premier League clubs interested in the 21-year-old star.
“The Premier League has knocked on his door the most,” they said.”

Manchester City, Manchester United and Newcastle have been following each other closely for a while, but the one who has taken the lead lately is Liverpool.

“The team coached by Jürgen Klopp wants to give their team an avoidance maneuver and sees in Veiga a midfielder who can lead this new stage at Anfield. The Celta player was seduced by the German manager’s commitment to young players.”

Thiago is unlikely to be offered a new deal

Thiago Alcantara now has just a year left at Liverpool and is “unlikely” to be offered a new contract, according to a new report.
Goal.com says the Spain international, who signed a four-year contract when he joined the Reds in 2020, will be able to wrap up the final year of that deal and leave next summer on a free transfer.

Thiago was plagued by injuries during his time at Anfield, scoring three goals in 97 appearances for the Reds.

Carragher tells Klopp to sell Matip

Jamie Carragher told Jurgen Klopp to get rid of Joel Matip to clear space for a renovation this summer.

After ending the 2022/23 season empty-handed in terms of trophies and failing to finish in the top four, Liverpool’s eviction has already begun with Roberto Firmino, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Naby Keita and James Milner all leaving the club to leave. With the transfer window opening in ten days, newcomers will also be targeted following the appointment of new sporting director Jörg Schmadtke.

A deal for Brighton’s Mac Allister appears to be all but signed and sealed with Mason Mount and Manu Kone. But as Klopp’s midfield came under scrutiny, Carragher urged the German manager to review his defensive options.

Thuram “happy” in Nice

Liverpool transfer target Khephren Thuram has spoken of a potential move to Anfield this summer, insisting he is “happy” at Nice.

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is keen to strengthen his midfield this summer as James Milner, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Naby Keita all leave on free transfers.

The Reds have been planning a move for Borussia Dortmund and England star Jude Bellingham but pulled out of the race to sign him due to the scale of the rebuilding work Klopp was to undertake.

The reds pay homage to Firmino

While most of the attention will be on the incoming players, one player is saying an emotional goodbye to Liverpool.
The stars of the Reds greeted the Brazilian in an exciting video.

June 5, 2023
The move of Alexis Mac Allister from Man Utd to Liverpool is now considered to be final.

Alexis Mac Allister has reportedly left Brighton for Liverpool.

Alexis Mac Allister reportedly turned down Manchester United before deciding to join Liverpool, despite the Reds failing to qualify for the Champions League.

The World Cup winner will be Jurgen Klopp’s first summer signing, with Liverpool finally receiving one from Premier League rivals United.

Mac Allister was key to Brighton’s remarkable success in 2022-23. His performances for the Seagulls helped them qualify for the Europa League under Roberto De Zerbi. Despite European qualification, the south coast side had little hope of retaining the playmaker.

Liverpool now intend to sign Mac Allister after agreeing a fee with Brighton. The exact value of the deal is not known, with figures ranging from £45m to £60m. It will probably be somewhere in between.

The Argentine star will apparently finalize personal talks with Liverpool before undergoing a medical at the club’s training base. The Reds staged a coup by luring Mac Allister despite failing to finish in the top four of the Premier League.

According to The Times, Mac Allister rejected United’s advances because he wanted to join Liverpool.

This then convinced Erik ten Hag to switch to Chelsea star Mason Mount, who will move to Old Trafford in the coming weeks.
Klopp has been desperately looking for a tired midfield this summer to breathe new life into.

James Milner, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Naby Keita will all leave the club when their contracts formally expire on 30 June. Liverpool’s midfield issues played a key role in Klopp’s inability to further challenge the top four and challenge for the big trophies in the 2022/23 season.

Injuries, fitness issues and the loss of form of several midfielders meant that Liverpool’s performance faltered after a fantastic season the previous year.

The signing of Mac Allister – a deal reportedly ‘closed’ by transfer guru Fabrizio Romano – is the first step in the Liverpool midfielder’s transformation. Klopp was apparently attracted to the former loanee from Boca Juniors because he could play in six, eight or ten.

The versatile midfielder had signed a new contract at Brighton, although the terms did little to prevent him from securing a free transfer this summer. An included release clause from Brighton was a rare move from a club that rejected huge offers for Moises Caicedo in January.

Meanwhile, Mac Allister is just the first midfielder to arrive at Anfield before the opening window of the domestic deal on 14 June. The Reds are reportedly considering transfers for Nice’s Kephrem Thuram and Southampton’s Romeo Lavia.

June 5, 2023