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Curtis Jones asserts that an ‘incredible’ former Liverpool player surpassed Mo Salah in skill

Liverpool fans have had the privilege of watching remarkable players in recent seasons. Under Jurgen Klopp, the Reds built a team that triumphed in England, Europe, and globally. Some members of that iconic Liverpool squad, like Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk, have become legends at Anfield.

However, over the past few years, other Klopp-era legends have gradually departed. This trend may accelerate at the end of the current season, as Salah, Van Dijk, and Trent Alexander-Arnold will all see their contracts expire.

Among these players, Salah’s legacy stands out. Nonetheless, Curtis Jones claims the Egyptian isn’t the top player from Klopp’s trophy-winning side.

Curtis Jones praises Roberto Firmino

Jones, who has progressed through the Liverpool ranks, has been fortunate to learn from exceptional players. Though he was too young to fully participate in Klopp’s peak years, he was still involved.

Making his first-team debut in early 2019 and becoming a regular about 18 months later, Jones had the opportunity to play alongside some great talents. Sky Sports recently conducted a poll asking fans whom they thought Jones would name as the best player he’s played with at Liverpool.

“I think they’re saying Mo, one,” Jones remarked, with the presenter confirming that Salah had indeed won ‘by a landslide.’ “In terms of your goals, your assists, probably one of the best in the world since he’s come to our club for things like that,” he added.

However, Jones corrected the fans, declaring Roberto Firmino as his top former teammate. “The best player in my opinion that I was just like, wow, amazed by every single day is Firmino,” he stated. “Firmino’s a man that if you understand the game and you’re in love with the actual game… if you really love the game and you want to see a man who really understands the game and brings everybody into play then he’s the best.”

Virgil van Dijk concurs with Curtis Jones about Firmino

This revelation might surprise those who voted in the poll, where Firmino came in third. However, it shouldn’t be unexpected for keen observers. Back in April 2024, Van Dijk also named Firmino as the best player he’d witnessed at Liverpool.

“I think Bobby Firmino has been a big figure in the success we had over the last years,” the captain told Gary Lineker. “He kept those two next to him [Sadio Mane and Mohamed Salah], who are outstanding and maybe one of the best wingers in Premier League history, kept them together.”

Bobby Firmino is undoubtedly one of the best in the world and a true Liverpool legend.

October 27, 2024
Liverpool fan favourite Roberto Firmino begins new career as he leaves football

Former Liverpool footballer Roberto Firmino is currently the pastor of an evangelical church they built in Maceio, Brazil, alongside his wife Larissa Pereira.

Firmino ended an amazing eight years with Liverpool by leaving in the summer of last year.

With 362 games played, the 31-year-old recorded 111 goals and 75 assists with the Reds.

Brazilian news outlet Globo reports that the football player and his wife are now preachers. In an Instagram statement, the couple said:

A longing has burned in our hearts ever since our first contact with Christ. We want everyone to experience the love that has come to us. We now have a new calling and obligation: to serve as pastors for God.

The attacker from Brazil was a member of Liverpool’s attack, which was regarded as one of the deadliest in all of football.

Alongside Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane, he established a strong relationship that helped the Reds win both the Premier League and the Champions League.

Firmino was the focal point of Klopp’s Liverpool attack.

The Brazilian forward rose to prominence with the Reds under the direction of former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp. His contributions to the squad and performances won him over many Anfield supporters.

Since moving to the Middle East, Firmino has not been able to get back to his previous level of play; in 34 games, he has managed nine goals and seven assists.

Liverpool supporters still admire the 32-year-old forward, who they have missed greatly since his heartbreaking exit from the team.

Klopp held the player in the highest respect and turned to him whenever the team appeared to be struggling.

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Arne Slot provided updates on the preseason needs and the Ipswich Town opener

Liverpool received their 2024-25 league fixture list on Tuesday morning, with the new manager’s tenure beginning at Portman Road on August 17 against promoted side Ipswich Town.

That game will be followed by Brentford’s visit to Anfield a week later, Slot’s first competitive home game in charge of the Reds, before a match against Manchester United at Old Trafford to cap off the first month of top-flight activity.

Slot confirmed to Liverpoolfc.com that his team’s game with Ipswich will begin at 12.30pm. According to what I know, Jürgen [Klopp] grumbled a lot about this, so they probably thought, with Jürgen out, we’ll place them at 12.30 again!

“No, it’s not a typical 12.30 since it’s not after a game in Europe. I look forward to it. A promoted squad, therefore it will be significant for them as well.

“I think every team might prefer a home game to start with, but we’re going to face Ipswich and we are looking forward to that.”

However, Slot will oversee his first pre-season in charge of the club when his senior group returns to Merseyside next month.

Liverpool’s preparations will begin at the AXA Training Centre, followed by a travel to the United States for friendlies against Real Betis, Arsenal, and Manchester United.

Slot’s first competitive encounter at Anfield is slated for August 24, when Thomas Frank’s Brentford will go north from the metropolis.

“Every new club you go to, and it’s your first home game, it’s special,” he said of the opportunity.

“I remember it being special at Feyenoord, and I expect it to be just as special here in Liverpool. But, as I already stated, the first item I’ll look at is our first training session, followed by all subsequent sessions and games.

“We have to take this really seriously to be the best possible team we can be at the first game at Ipswich and the second game, the home game against Brentford.”

On his enthusiasm about visiting Anfield, he added: “Yeah, but I think everyone would tell you that in football, you go game by game, and the first and most important one is Ipswich.”

“But if I say this and the players would listen to this, they would get the wrong impression of me, because the friendly games are really important for us to be in the best possible position for the Ipswich game.”

July 4, 2024
Ex-Liverpool forward Roberto Firmino’s six-month ordeal in Saudi Arabia is finally over.

On the return of the Saudi Pro League, former Liverpool player Roberto Firmino scored his first goal since August but was unable to stop Al-Ahli from losing their first game since October.

After spending 18 games without a goal, Roberto Firmino finally put an end to his goal drought with Al-Ahli as the Saudi Pro League resumed.

After his team’s midseason break, the former Liverpool attacker scored his first goal since August. In the season’s first game, Firmino scored his first hat-trick, but he didn’t score again until Friday night.

Just before halftime, the 32-year-old tied the score after Al-Ahli had fallen behind to Al Akhdoud twice via the penalty spot. The hosts took the lead through goals from Alex Collado and Hamed Al Mansour, but Firmino’s squad first drew even thanks to an own goal from Solomon Kvirkvella, and then the Brazilian tied the score with a penalty kick.

But it proved insufficient for the Jeddad-based side to emerge with a portion of the loot. Akhdoud’s win was secured by a goal by Leandre Tawamba in the second half.

Firmino’s goal-scoring struggles came to an end, but Al-Ahli—home to players like Edouard Mendy, Franck Kessie, Allan Saint-Maximin, and Riyad Mahrez—lost for the first time since October as their eight-game winning streak came to an end. Despite being 16 points behind Al-Hilal, Firmino’s squad is ranked third in the table.

The former forward for Hoffenheim made 362 appearances for Liverpool before leaving the club after his contract expired and moving to the Middle East. Prior to the season’s opening game, Firmino was chosen captain after agreeing to a three-year contract with Al-Ahli.

Firmino has 111 goals for Liverpool, but he has struggled to find the back of the net in Saudi Arabia. The Figueirense young product lost all of its initial success in front of goal.

In the first 11 league games, Firmino hardly missed a minute, but when his problems persisted, he was benched. Firmino played in just seven games for a total of 94 minutes before making his comeback on Friday.

The Brazilian star struggled to adjust to life in the Middle East. After suffering a heart attack in Dubai in November, Firmino unfortunately lost his father, Jose Roberto Cordeiro, who was 62 years old.

Winter transfer rumours abounded, with Al-Fateh expressing interest in a loan agreement and Steven Gerrard rumoured to be eager to acquire Firmino for Al-Ettifaq. Though it was reported that Firmino had no intention of leaving Al-Ahli, a return to Europe was also suggested.

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The nine-goal, ten-assist right defender Xabi Alonso says a move to Liverpool “would be great.”

One of his star players acknowledges that it “would be great” to play for Liverpool’s manager at the end of the current campaign, Xabi Alonso.

Since Bayer Leverkusen is presently leading the Bundesliga and eight points ahead of Bayern Munich, it is understandable that the team is winning over supporters throughout Europe.

As a result, when Jurgen Klopp leaves Liverpool this summer, the manager will be given consideration for the position, and his players will be offered to other teams.

One can anticipate relationships between Alonso and his star Leverkusen players if he decides to return to Anfield.

One of them might be right-back Jeremie Frimpong, who has already contributed nine goals and ten assists this season. In terms of goal involvements from defenders in Europe’s top five leagues, he is only surpassed by Leverkusen’s Alejandro Grimaldo (21 goals).

Frimpong seems willing to join Liverpool, even if Trent Alexander-Arnold and the developing Conor Bradley are already there for that role.

According to Dutch newspaper Voetbal International, the 23-year-old acknowledged that playing for the Reds “would be great” in an interview with Ziggo Sport.

Liverpool? Fantastic club with a rich past. When inquired whether he could envision himself accompanying Alonso to Merseyside, he replied, “That would be great.”

“You never know what the future holds.”

The roster that Klopp left behind is likely to be viewed differently by any new manager that takes over the Anfield dugout, which might result in alterations throughout the summer.

Even though right-back isn’t usually thought of as a problem position (unless the incoming manager decides to shift Alexander-Arnold to midfield), Frimpong is one of the best in Europe at that position.

The Netherlands international could at least come up in discussions about potential targets if Alonso took control.

It would appear that persuading Frimpong to join would not present any difficulties, indicating the attraction Liverpool would retain even with a new manager.

When Fenway Sports Group signed Brendan Rodgers, it was definitely a better move than when he was connected to Ashley Williams and Dorus de Vries

February 21, 2024
‘Very clear message’ – former Liverpool player makes transfer decision amid Chelsea January links

In spite of previous claims, the former Liverpool player has made a transfer u-turn.

Based on the most recent sources, it appears like Roberto Firmino, the former star of Liverpool, could not be leaving Saudi Arabia after all.
After having difficulty in Saudi Arabia with Al-Ahli, the Brazilian was rumoured to be leaving during the January transfer window. After leaving Anfield in the summer when his contract ended, he made the move and made a fantastic debut with a hat-trick, but he hasn’t scored since.

According to Matt Law of the Telegraph, Firmino was linked to a move to Chelsea as the Blues wanted to reinforce their attack with Armando Broja being their sole senior central striker and Nicolas Jackson out on international duty. It stated that Firmino had grown dissatisfied with Saudi life, however current sources refuted such allegations.

Fabrizio Romano claims that the most recent information regarding Firmino is that he will stay at the Middle East club and that no move is planned. Despite recent claims, Roberto Firmino does not intend to leave Al Ahli during the January transfer window, the player posted on X. Message from his camp, quite clear:

He intends to remain at Al Ahli. No alterations are anticipated. His team is now third in the Saudi Pro League, behind Al-Nassr and Al-Hilal, despite his problems in front of goal. They have one of the league’s most star-studded squads, with players like Edouard Mendy, Franck Kessie, Gabri Veiga, Allan Saint-Maximin, Riyad Mahrez, and Merih Demiral.

Firmino had earlier been connected to a trade to Sheffield United, but there was never any indication that the deal would materialise beyond transfer rumours. In just 25 league games last season, he managed a very respectable 11 goals and 4 assists, which was a fantastic return considering that Cody Gakpo, Darwin Nunez, and Diogo Jota were all above him in the standings.

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Liverpool transfer news: Mohamed Salah and two Reds talents are being targeted by Saudi teams

Al-Ittihad showed interest in Mohamed Salah during the summer, and Liverpool may have to resist their advances for two more players in the upcoming transfer windows.

Jurgen Klopp’s team is under further stress as a result of Trent Alexander-Arnold’s injury, dealing another blow to Liverpool.

After rupturing a ligament in his knee, Alexander-Arnold will miss some time. Along with him missing time due to injury are fellow full-backs Andy Robertson and Kostas Tsimikas. But Liverpool may at least add more players now that the January transfer window is open.

Due to the Africa Cup of Nations and Asia Cup, Klopp is currently without Mohamed Salah and Wataru Endo as well. As a result, all hands must be on deck. Here are the most recent speculations and news regarding the club. There is still plenty of time in the January window to take action.

The threat from Saudi Arabia grows.

Al-Ittihad made a strong drive to capture Salah during the summer, presenting the star player from Liverpool with an incredible package valued at an astounding £215 million. The Saudi Pro League may still seek more Liverpool players in the summer, so this threat isn’t going to go away.

Jordan Henderson, Fabinho and Sadio Mane all headed for the riches of the Middle East last summer and Caught Offside predicts that Joe Gomez and Joel Matip will be targeted at the end of the 2023/24 season. Steven Gerrard is in charge of Al-Ettifaq, and it has been claimed that he recently convened a recruitment meeting to identify prospects for the next summer season.

Matip is currently sidelined with a significant knee injury and his term expires at the end of the season, although Klopp has raised the prospect of the club extending it. Because of his recent injuries, Gomez has emerged as an important player, and Liverpool will be reluctant to lose him.

Hull make Carvalho promise

The announcement of Liverpool youngster Fabio Carvalho’s loan move to Hull City till the end of the season was announced on Wednesday. Liverpool cancelled his loan with RB Leipzig early so they could get him more playing time.

The 21-year-old attacking midfielder attracted a lot of interest, and Southampton and Leicester were also interested parties, but Liverpool had excellent reason to select Hull.

January 18, 2024
Roberto Firmino is “thankful to God” for his return to Liverpool.

On Monday, Fabinho and Roberto Firmino were present at Anfield.
Watching Liverpool defeat Newcastle 4-2, the Brazilians
After their summer moves, Firmino and Fabinho currently play in Saudi Arabia.

On New Year’s Day, Roberto Firmino and Fabinho tweeted their happiness at being back at Anfield to see Liverpool destroy Newcastle United 4-2.

The Brazilians played for the Reds for a total of 13 years, during which time they won the FA Cup, FIFA Club World Cup, UEFA Champions League, and Premier League.

Both Firmino and Fabinho departed Liverpool in the summer to join Saudi Pro League teams: Firmino joined Riyad Mahrez at Al Ahli, while Fabinho teamed up with Karim Benzema at Al Ittihad.

After departing the team this week, both players returned to Anfield for the first time, witnessing Liverpool easily defeat Newcastle to take a three-point lead atop the Premier League standings.

Firmino said on Liverpool’s official website that it was “emotional” to rejoin the team while discussing his return to Anfield.

“I’m thrilled to be back at home, at Liverpool, and at Anfield Stadium as well. I’m incredibly appreciative to God for giving me the opportunity to see the game once more. Firmino remarked, “Of course I’m not playing, but I watch the game and see the boys.”

“Being here is always emotional; you can never forget being here. We have a great history at the club that we all contributed to, and no one can dispute it because it is already documented in the history books. Our purpose is to provide assistance.

Liverpool has been active in the transfer market since the two left to restructure their starting lineup. The Reds signed four midfielders in all during the summer transfer window in an effort to replace Fabinho in the middle of the pitch: Alexis Mac Allister, Ryan Gravenberch, Dominik Szoboszlai, and Wataru Endo.

Regarding those acquisitions, Fabinho stated he is impressed with how quickly they have become a regular member of the starting lineup.

“It’s really important for the team that the players that arrived are already playing good football, really integrated to the team,” stated Fabinho.

“Players with excellent skill levels include Szoboszlai, Mac Allister, and Endo. It matters since the squad lost a number of very significant players. They are doing a great job, in my opinion.

“Thiago isn’t playing as much as he would want right now, but I’m confident that his experience is benefiting these players as well because he talks a lot and communicates effectively.

“The players that arrived here are doing a great job.”

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Fabrizio Romano offers details on the Liverpool star’s anticipated next transfer.

Although Fabio Carvalho returned early from his loan term at RB Leipzig, Fabrizio Romano claims that Carvalho is coveted by Southampton and other clubs. Carvalho appears likely to go out on loan from Liverpool once more.

The 21-year-old was formally reported to be returning to Anfield yesterday, but it doesn’t appear he will be around for very long. He struggled to get playing time while he was in Germany.

Speaking only to CaughtOffside for his Daily Briefing column, Romano revealed that Carvalho will be returning to the loan scene, which he believed would be beneficial for the youthful offensive midfield player from Portugal.

As was mentioned a few weeks back, Carvalho’s playing time at Leipzig did not sit well with Liverpool. Romano stated that despite the Bundesliga team’s strong desire to retain him, the player was hardly seeing the pitch, and his official return to Anfield was revealed yesterday.

“So what happens next? For the second half of the season, Carvalho is expected to have a new loan move. Carvalho is about to depart from Liverpool, and a number of Premier League and Championship teams, including Southampton, are interested in loaning him.

Additionally, I believe that a loan move is the wisest course of action for the child at this point in his career. He’s a huge talent; the past year or two hasn’t been easy for him, but I have no doubt that he can recover with the correct loan move and consistent playing time.

Although Carvalho had a rough patch in the previous year or two, he showed great promise as a player when he was at Fulham, so the perfect loan transfer at this moment could be exactly what he needs to turn things around professionally

January 4, 2024
After six months, Roberto Firmino is “ready to quit” the Saudi team; a return to Liverpool is a transfer option.

Liverpool lost Roberto Firmino in the summer transfer window.

After just six months in Saudi Arabia, Roberto Firmino’s time there may be coming to an end. In January, it was claimed that the former Liverpool forward was “ready to leave” Al-Ahli.

Firmino scored three goals in his first league game for his new team, setting himself up for success. However, he failed to score in his next nine league games and has since only been used as a substitute.

Since the 32-year-old led Al-Ahli in each of the first ten Saudi Pro League games, Firmino’s current lack of playing time and forced transition to cameo roles has undoubtedly shocked many.

It’s known that the 2019 Champions League champion is unhappy with his present circumstances and plans to seek a change when the transfer market opens the following week. According to Football365, the Brazilian would much rather play in his native Brazil or return to Europe.

Al-Fateh and Al-Ettifaq are both interested in a deal, so staying in Saudi Arabia would be an option if the Liverpool legend decides to alter his mind, according to a Daily Mirror story. Naturally, Steven Gerrard oversees the latter, having already added Gini Wijnaldum and Jordan Henderson, two former Reds, to his team.

Gerrard recently made the following statement regarding the possibility of signing Firmino to his team: “I obviously know Bobby extremely well, I’ve been a massive fan.” He’s been my follower for years. Since he currently plays for Al-Ahli, I find it extremely difficult to offer commentary on that matter. However, I’ve been a tremendous fan of Bobby Firmino since the day I first saw him.”

After 18 games, Al-Ettifaq is 26 points behind league leaders Al-Hilal due to their slow start to the Saudi Pro League season.

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Following his move to Saudi Arabia, Roberto Firmino will return to Liverpool in January.

Six major trophies were won by the striker while he was a member of Liverpool.

Roberto Firmino is scheduled to return to Liverpool, having visited the city just a few weeks ago.

The forward had an outstanding eight years at Anfield. After joining the Reds in 2015 from Hoffenheim, he went on to score 11 goals in 362 games and form a potent forward trio alongside Sadio Mane and Mo Salah.

Liverpool won six major titles, including the Premier League and the Champions League in 2019 and 2020, with the trio leading the front line. Additionally, Jurgen Klopp’s team placed second twice in the Premier League and Champions League, respectively.

Firmino, nevertheless, made the decision to conclude his time at Anfield last summer. Rejecting a new deal, he chose to sign a free transfer to Al Ahli, a Saudi Pro League team.

Still, Kopites still adore the Brazilian since he made a lasting impression on club legend. Fans will now get the opportunity to meet Firmino when he returns to Liverpool in January.

The forward relived his time on Merseyside in his memoir “Si Senor – My Liverpool Years,” which was published. On Friday, January 5, Firmino will make an appearance at Waterstones in Liverpool City Centre. The legendary player from Liverpool will be available for fans to meet; tickets are £22 and include a copy of Si Senor, albeit they are currently all sold out.

December 29, 2023
Following his move to Saudi Arabia, Roberto Firmino will return to Liverpool in January.

Six major trophies were won by the striker while he was a member of Liverpool.

Roberto Firmino is scheduled to return to Liverpool, having visited the city just a few weeks ago.

The forward had an outstanding eight years at Anfield. After joining the Reds in 2015 from Hoffenheim, he went on to score 11 goals in 362 games and form a potent forward trio alongside Sadio Mane and Mo Salah.

Liverpool won six major titles, including the Premier League and the Champions League in 2019 and 2020, with the trio leading the front line. Additionally, Jurgen Klopp’s team placed second twice in the Premier League and Champions League, respectively.

Firmino, nevertheless, made the decision to conclude his time at Anfield last summer. Rejecting a new deal, he chose to sign a free transfer to Al Ahli, a Saudi Pro League team.

Still, Kopites still adore the Brazilian since he made a lasting impression on club legend. Fans will now get the opportunity to meet Firmino when he returns to Liverpool in January.

The forward relived his time on Merseyside in his memoir “Si Senor – My Liverpool Years,” which was published. On Friday, January 5, Firmino will make an appearance at Waterstones in Liverpool City Centre. The legendary player from Liverpool will be available for fans to meet; tickets are £22 and include a copy of Si Senor, albeit they are currently all sold out.

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Jurgen Klopp is getting ready to ‘rip up’ a transfer agreement as Liverpool follows Chelsea’s lead.

According to reports, Jurgen Klopp, the manager of Liverpool, will review his transfer policy.

Jurgen Klopp is getting ready to rip up Fabio Carvalho’s loan agreement with RB Leipzig and send the winger back to Anfield, meaning Liverpool will be following Chelsea’s lead. Carvalho has struggled to get playing time at the Red Bull Arena after joining the German team in the summer on a season-long loan.

In the summer of 2022, Carvalho moved from Fulham to Liverpool, where he made 21 appearances and scored three goals in his first season. But in order to assist the 21-year-old “continue his development and gain more experience,” the Reds sent him to Leipzig prior to the current campaign.

Carvalho has had little success in Germany and has only started one Bundesliga game this year. Prior to his team’s European match against Young Boys on Wednesday night, he had only played 257 minutes of football in all competitions and had only made two appearances as a substitute in the Champions League.

Chelsea is making this move while deciding how to handle the circumstances around teenage talents Diego Moreira and Andrey Santos. Santos was given just seven minutes of Premier League action by Steve Cooper since joining Nottingham Forest on loan in the summer, and Moreira has only started three Ligue 1 games since sealing a temporary move to Lyon on the day of the transfer deadline.

The Evening Standard said that Moreira was a strong possibility to have his loan cancelled last month, while Romano stated that the Blues are ready to return Santos from Forest if his lack of action does not change.

Should Klopp choose to bring back Carvalho, it would provide the German manager with a another offensive option to push players such as Diogo Jota, Darwin Nunez, Cody Gakpo, Mohamed Salah, and Luis Diaz. The Reds have scored 36 goals in 16 Premier League games this season, demonstrating their prowess in the attacking end.

Liverpool defeated Sheffield United 2-0 in a match at Bramall Lane three days prior, then on Saturday they defeated Crystal Palace 2-1 at Selhurst Park. And with their match this weekend at Anfield against Manchester United, Klopp’s team is now one point ahead of Arsenal at the top of the standings.

December 23, 2023
62-year-old Roberto Firmino’s father passes away after a heart attack while on a family vacation with the former Liverpool player

During the international break, José Roberto Cordeiro de Oliveira, the father of former Liverpool forward Roberto Firmino, travelled to the Middle East with his family.

José Roberto Cordeiro de Oliveira, the father of Roberto Firmino, passed away at the age of 62 following a heart attack.

When Jose got sick, he was visiting Dubai with his family. Family members had posted pictures from the vacation to social media earlier in the week, one of which showed Jose and other family members visiting an amusement park.

Brazilian publication UOL first reported the story, which was later corroborated by Firmino’s close friends and advisors. In an attempt to return the 62-year-old’s body to South America, family members are reportedly in negotiations with their nation’s consulate in the United Arab Emirates.

Forward Firmino, who plays for Brazil, left Liverpool in the summer. He had been one of the final players the club signed before Jurgen Klopp took over as manager, arriving from Hoffenheim in 2015 and spending eight years at Anfield.

In 362 games, the 32-year-old scored 111 goals for the Premier League squad. He was on the team that won the Champions League in 2019 and went on to score nine goals in the league the next year as Klopp’s club won the Premier League for the first time.

In his autobiography Si Senor – My Liverpool Years, Firmino stated, “Not all heroes wear capes; some are called father.” “As a child, José was my hero; he served as an inspiration and an example for me. a kind, sincere, truthful, and family-oriented man.”

A message honouring Firmino’s father was also shared by CRB, the boyhood club of the star. “The Clube de Regatas Brasil deeply regrets the death of José Roberto Cordeiro de Oliveira, father of Roberto Firmino, who left us this weekend,” it said.

“He has always been a devoted supporter of Galo de Campina and took great pride in seeing his son unveiled in a football shirt with a swirl pattern. Peace be with you, José Roberto.”

Over the summer, Firmino, who has 55 senior caps for Brazil, moved from Liverpool to Al-Ahli. On his Saudi Pro League debut, he scored a hat-trick, and the squad is presently sitting in third place. This Saturday is scheduled to be their next game.

November 21, 2023
A clear transfer warning was just delivered to Mohamed Salah as fans become enraged at the former Liverpool player.

The situation of Mohamed Salah’s former Liverpool colleagues in the Gulf state should serve as a serious cautionary tale, even though the player may be travelling to Saudi Arabia next year.

Before the season even began, the summer migration to Saudi Arabia posed a severe danger to Liverpool’s recovery. However, after a few months, the players who chose to follow their finances may now be regretting their choices.

Naturally, there has been a lot of talk about how Jordan Henderson’s poorly planned transfer is already going south. His decision to essentially turn his back on the LGBT+ community, for which he had previously mobilised so forcefully, has been the subject of much controversy, making him a target of derision whenever he plays for the England team. After being chosen by Gareth Southgate for the next international break again, he can likely anticipate more jeers later this month.

To be honest, it’s puzzling how loyal the England manager still is to the former captain of Liverpool.

Henderson is obviously not performing at the same level as he did when he was with the Reds earlier in the season, and you have to wonder where Southgate draws the line as the spectators begin to thin out and Al-Ettifaq has only won one of its previous five games.

However, Henderson isn’t the only one who isn’t enjoying himself immensely in the Middle East. Both Fabinho and Roberto Firmino, his former teammates, are having equally difficult times; the former is currently being linked to yet another move in January.

Firmino could not have had a better start to his career in Saudi Arabia. The Brazilian was poised to storm the Pro League after scoring a hat-trick in his Al-Ahli debut against Al-Hazem, but in the 12 games since, he has failed to score a goal.

Goal reports that fans are urging the 32-year-old to be sold immediately, and TeamTalk has now indicated that Al-Ahli is prepared to let go of the forward. That would be the ultimate fall from grace for Firmino, who only a few months ago had his name signed by every corner of Anfield.

That ought to be Mohamed Salah’s first serious warning. The Saudi Pro League is obviously interested in the Egyptian, and their intentions were made abundantly evident when Al-Ittihad rejected a $184 million (£150 million/€172 million) deal for the player in the summer.

Salah’s age of thirty-two years old and the fact that he is approaching the last twelve months of his Liverpool contract have caused many to speculate that this may be his last season wearing red. However, the winger isn’t slowing down as his old teammates did, and Jürgen Klopp doesn’t seem to want to let him go.

Last month, Klopp stated, “He knows how players react to him and if he cannot score he can still be a threat for us and that’s super important.” “I don’t think Mo is biologically a 30-year-old player, so I can’t compare him to other players that age.”

Therefore, Saudi Arabia doesn’t seem like the best place for a player who is still performing at the highest level of the game. Furthermore, Robbie Fowler’s story, which includes the former Liverpool striker being cruelly fired after leading Al Qadsiah to an undefeated start, as well as Firmino’s own demonstrate why this isn’t the place to go when your career is coming to an end.

The nation obviously has an endless supply of money, therefore there will probably be a lot of player churn, especially considering the regulation allowing clubs to sign up to eight foreign players. Salah has a good chance of persuading anyone that he was someone worth hanging onto, but is the risk really worth it?

You only need to ask the plethora of players who have left Anfield in recent years to understand how challenging it can be to manage without Klopp. The fact that the grass isn’t always greener is demonstrated by players like Philippe Coutinho, Gini Wijnaldum, Sadio Mané, and many others.

Salah is performing well enough this year to suggest that he would be worth staying with Liverpool past his contract’s expiration in 2025. Moving to Saudi Arabia the following year doesn’t seem like the best course of action, at the very least.

November 10, 2023
As Liverpool heroes learn painful Jurgen Klopp lesson Fans turn on Roberto Firmino

Roberto Firmino, Jordan Henderson and Fabinho are not having the best of times in Saudi Arabia after leaving Liverpool in the summer.

As the old proverb goes.The grass isn’t always greener on the other side,

Three former Liverpool players who successfully moved from Anfield to Saudi Arabia last summer could now face a tough road ahead.

Roberto Firmino, who decided to leave Manchester United at the end of his contract, joined Al Ahly on a free transfer at the beginning of July.

Jordan Henderson and Fabinho are set to join the Middle Eastern striker for £12m and £40m respectively later this month following surprise interest from Al Etihad and Al Etihad.
All three did their best to help Liverpool win in the first half.

While Henderson’s move to the Gulf region received some expected backlash, their decision to make a big-money move to Saudi Arabia was understandable.

Four months have passed since the transfer, but the situation for Firmino, Henderson and Fabinho has not been good.

According to reports, Al Ahly could move for Firmino as early as January as Saudi clubs can register a total of eight foreign players. The Brazilian scored a hat-trick on his debut against Al Hazem but has not found the net since.
His goal streak now stands at 12 games and some fans are turning on him and calling him out.

Al-Ahli are currently fourth in the Saudi Pro League, seven points behind leaders Al-Hilal.
But at least they are better than Fabinho and Henderson at Al-Ettifaq and Al-Ittihad.

The latter, currently sixth, sacked coach Nuno Espirito Santo on Tuesday after going five games without a win in the Saudi Pro League.
The Portuguese was instrumental in Fabinho’s move to Al Ittihad, with the former Wolves and Tottenham Hotspur boss first bringing him to Europe when he signed him from Rio Ave in 2012.

Fabinho has missed Al Ittihad’s last six games in all competitions, meaning it was an inevitable blow for the midfielder to see the manager who brought him to the club sacked just months later.

With former Liverpool captain Henderson joining Al Etifaq to reunite with Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard, that could be a warning sign in itself. His new side are currently seventh in the table and have won just one of their last five league games.

Furthermore, their campaign will not go according to plan after being knocked out of the King’s Cup. Having seen the second-tier Saudi Arabian club sack Robbie Fowler last month despite an unbeaten start to the season, one wonders how secure Gerrard’s position will be.

If he leaves soon, Henderson will be in the same boat as Fabinho and no longer playing under the manager who fought so hard to sign him.

Add to that the very miserable visitors Al-Ettifaq, who Henderson has yet to play against in front of a crowd of over 15,000.
It’s a far cry from his days at Anfield.
Most players have realized that this is the only way to keep Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool behind.
But Firmino, Henderson and Fabinho could learn this the hard way.

More news…….

Expert: Liverpool’s demand for Mohamed Salah will be “100%” accepted; “it’s happening.”

Mohamed Salah moving from Liverpool to Saudi Arabia in 2024 is “inevitable,” according to Gabby Agbonlahor.

Speaking exclusively to Football Insider, the former striker for Aston Villa stated that while Jurgen Klopp won’t be pleased to lose him, it might be “good business” for the Merseysiders.

Monday, October 30, Football Insider reported that despite continued Saudi interest, Liverpool will not sell their 31-year-old top player, Mohamed Salah, in January.

The Saudi Pro League is reportedly working behind the scenes to recruit forward and Man City star Kevin De Bruyne to the Middle East in the summer of 2024, insiders have also told Football Insider.

With 13 games played across all competitions, Salah has recorded 10 goals and four assists to start the 2023–24 campaign in customary fashion.

His alleged £350,000-per-week deal is scheduled to end in June 2025.

Agbonlahor said, “I do see Mo Salah in Saudi Arabia, 100%,” to Ewan Kingsbury of Football Insider.

“He is going to be the player with the biggest salary. It does occur, and I observe it during the summer.

“There will be one year remaining on his contract, and Liverpool will be aware of this and able to find a replacement.”

“I don’t believe Liverpool is motivated by money. With the requested fee, customers will receive anything they want.

Even though Klopp won’t want to part with him, it’s possible that he’ll be granted the money to find a younger replacement.

“Whether Salah’s legs will begin to fail in the upcoming years is unknown. In my opinion, it would be wise for business to let him depart in 2024.

November 9, 2023