Tag: Ryan Gravenberch

  • Ryan Gravenberch discusses Liverpool’s progress under Arne Slot following challenges under Jurgen Klopp

    Ryan Gravenberch discusses Liverpool’s progress under Arne Slot following challenges under Jurgen Klopp

    Ryan Gravenberch discusses Liverpool's progress under Arne Slot following challenges under Jurgen Klopp

    Liverpool midfielder Ryan Gravenberch has impressed in the early part of the season and is relishing his time under new manager Arne Slot, who has introduced several changes.

    Gravenberch, who joined Liverpool from Bayern Munich for £34 million on deadline day last summer, had a challenging start under Jurgen Klopp. Despite his potential, he struggled to make an impact during Klopp’s final year, partly due to stiff competition in midfield.

    He made 26 Premier League appearances in the 2023/24 season, but only 12 were starts, with new signings Alexis Mac Allister, Wataru Endo, and Dominik Szoboszlai often being preferred. However, Gravenberch has thrived under Slot, starting all three Premier League matches so far and making a notable impact.

    His standout performance in the 3-0 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford drew praise, and Gravenberch is flourishing under Slot’s management. Reflecting on his recent success, he told Dutch reporters, “There were sometimes matches in which I had only touched the ball once after five or six minutes. Then you don’t get into your game. Now I get the ball more, then you get more comfortable. He just saw this. In the end it worked out well,” adding, “Now it’s going well, so, yes, everyone is praising him.”

    Gravenberch did not feature for the Netherlands in Euro 2024 and has only made three international appearances since his breakthrough in 2021. With Marten de Roon and Georginio Wijnaldum absent and Frenkie de Jong injured, Gravenberch could be a key player for the Netherlands in their upcoming matches against Bosnia and Herzegovina and Germany.

    To continue his rise, Gravenberch must convince Dutch coach Ronald Koeman, who recently commented, “I am glad you added that last part. I have always seen the potential in him. But I believed he lacked focus; this is something that he had to improve and now it seems that he finally realises what is asked of him.”

    Slot has given Gravenberch a more flexible role, and the player explained, “I had a little chat with him and he said I have to focus on the No 6 and No 8 positions. Now I play at No 6. In the past I played it as well so I know what I have to do. I’ve enjoyed playing there.” He added, “It’s a little bit of a different system than we played last season, but I think everyone has adapted to it. Now we have to build it further and further. I think at the end we can be a really dominant team.”

  • Shock Liverpool star backed to become world class amid ‘absolutely fantastic’ honour

    Shock Liverpool star backed to become world class amid ‘absolutely fantastic’ honour

    Conor Bradley, a Liverpool youngster, is expected to have a bright future when he begins training with new head coach Arne Slot.

    Conor Bradley, a Liverpool youngster, is expected to have a bright future when he begins training with new head coach Arne Slot.

    Former Eredivisie title winner Slot has accepted a three-year contract with Liverpool, taking on the difficult challenge of succeeding club legend Jurgen Klopp. While it will be difficult for the former Feyenoord manager to replicate Klopp’s success on Merseyside, he will at least inherit a strong group.

    Liverpool rebuilt their midfield last summer, recruiting Alexis MacAllister, Dominik Szoboszlai, Ryan Gravenberch, and Wataru Endo.

    The Reds are also developing promising young players such as Bradley, Jarell Quansah, Ben Doak, and Lewis Koumas, which has led to the team being dubbed ‘Liverpool 2.0’.

    Bradley is one player Slot will be looking forward to working with, and he may even offer the full-back a lucrative new contract. The 20-year-old might take over Trent Alexander-Arnold’s right-back duties, allowing the latter to move permanently to midfield.

    Bradley, who has already played 17 times for Northern Ireland, has got high praise from his international teammate Brodie Spencer.

    “Conor Bradley is going to be one of the best players in the world,” Spencer stated in a recent interview.

    “He’s had a tremendous season, and being able to play beside him is fantastic. It’s such a relief to be playing at centre-back with him by my side. Liverpool news:

    Conor Bradley is praised 

    Conor Bradley, a Liverpool youngster, is expected to have a bright future when he begins training with new head coach Arne Slot.

    “He is always present and supportive, and he can get out of tough circumstances, score goals, and make things happen in attack. It’s fantastic to play with him. He is such a great player and makes the job appear easy.”

    After Bradley impressed in a 4-0 win over Bournemouth in January, Klopp stated, “[He is] outstanding. There is a good amount of hostility throughout the game. He’s such a wonderful footballer; he didn’t always show it today, but he is, and his attitude is outstanding.

    “He has speed, he has aggression, all the things you need in that position.”

    Bradley will be hoping to establish himself as a regular starter under Slot, much like he did when Alexander-Arnold was injured for parts of the 2023-24 season. However, Bradley’s playing time will be determined by if Liverpool signs another right-back this summer.

    Gravenberch is the second player that could reach new heights under the Dutch coach. Ryan Sr., Ryan’s father, told reporters in the Netherlands, “I don’t think he’s spoken to Slot yet, but Ryan is glad he’s coming.

    “Although he enjoyed playing under Klopp, Ryan prefers Slot’s playing style.

    “Slot plays more like Manchester City and Arsenal; under Klopp, Liverpool played more directly. According to Ryan’s training at Ajax, Slot’s game is better suited to him.

  • The Liverpool dressing room’s verdict on Jurgen Klopp’s rebuild during summer window

    The Liverpool dressing room’s verdict on Jurgen Klopp’s rebuild during summer window

    The Liverpool dressing room’s verdict on Jurgen Klopp's rebuild during summer window

    Liverpool signed players such as Dominik Szoboszlai, Alexis Mac Allister and Ryan Gravenberch this summer to remind Manchester City and Arsenal of their title credentials.

    Joel Matip believes Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool 2.0 has evolved into a different style – but the old mentality remains as strong as ever.

    The defender, who was Klopp’s second signing at Anfield when he signed on a pre-contract eight years ago, believes his character – which is the manager’s trademark – can produce trophies again. The Reds have not won a major trophy since the 2022 FA Cup.

    Speaking about Liverpool’s new look after a complete midfield reboot this summer, the veteran centre-back said: “It’s my eighth season (at Anfield) and the manager has tried to adapt our style during my time here .”

    “It’s not the same football we played six or seven years ago, so he’s adapting.” But he still tries to do it his way and I think it works quite well.
    All the new players have adapted well.
    Overall, our start to the season isn’t that bad.

    “But performance-wise, we’re not exactly where we want to be in the last 90-plus minutes.
    In the end, we’ve turned things around a lot and it’s good to know we still have the quality to do that.”

    For Matip, the new look of football, as Liverpool have evolved their passing style under Klopp, has already made an impression.
    Speaking about new signings Dominik Szoboszlai and Alexis Mac Allister, he said: “Dom and Macca played almost all the time and did so brilliantly.

    The Liverpool dressing room’s verdict on Jurgen Klopp's rebuild during summer window

    “You can see that both playing with the ball and against the ball their adaptation has been fantastic – they have never really looked new here.”

    The defender also believes Klopp’s other summer midfield signings, Wataru Endo and Ryan Gravenberch, have already shown promising signs despite being signed at the end of the transfer window with little time to adapt.

    “Wataru and Ryan arrived later, but they have already shown that they can help us too,” he explained to the club’s official website.
    “All the new players have done a fantastic job so far and I’m really looking forward to seeing them play.”

    And he believes there is a real chance of glory this season with Liverpool already showing signs of battle on four fronts, including keeping pace with champions Manchester City in the title race.
    “We have four competitions ahead of us and we want to be as successful as possible in each of them,” he explained.

    “We want to give everything, but no one knows what will happen in the end.
    We are just focusing on our next game and working hard to do the best we can there. This is my eighth season at Liverpool and I have always tried to do my best for the team.
    When I am needed, I want to be there and show my quality.

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    Midfielder still a target for Liverpool in the summer transfer window.

    Manu Kone, a midfielder for Borussia Monchengladbach, was initially reportedly a target for Liverpool during the summer

    Manu Kone, a midfielder for Borussia Monchengladbach, was initially reportedly a target for Liverpool during the summer and the Reds are reportedly still interested in him.

    As Fabinho, Jordan Henderson, James Milner, Naby Keita, and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain all left Anfield, the Reds ultimately moved for different targets on that occasion, bringing in four new players in the form of Alexis Mac Allister, Dominik Szoboszlai, Ryan Gravenberch, and Wataru Endo.

    Bayern Munich are reportedly interested in Kone, while Liverpool’s interest in the player also appears to be ongoing, according to Daily Briefing columnist Christian Falk, who posted from his account on X.

    Falk asserts that Kone is still under the Merseyside giants’ radar in the passage below.

    It will be interesting to see whether Liverpool keeps making the rebuilding of their midfield a priority, or if they decide to turn their attention to other areas of their roster next.

    Since players like Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah aren’t getting any younger, they’ll soon need to be replaced with more long-term options.

    However, Kone is a great talent and one that other major clubs will probably be vying for as well, so it is definitely worth keeping an eye on

  • Ryan Gravenberch offers Jürgen Klopp something other signings don’t as Liverpool 2.0 takes shape

    Ryan Gravenberch offers Jürgen Klopp something other signings don’t as Liverpool 2.0 takes shape

    Ryan Gravenberch offers Jürgen Klopp something other signings don't as Liverpool 2.0 takes shape

    Morgan O’Sullivan, a Florida-based Liverpool supporter, gives us his opinion on all the most recent Reds news in advance of Leicester, including how Jürgen Klopp’s revamped squad is performing.

    Manchester City eliminated Liverpool from the Carabao Cup last year, but the club is back in the competition this year hoping to win back the trophy it won in 2022.
    By defeating Newcastle United to claim the victory, Manchester United won it the previous year.

    Prior to the match, we spoke with Florida-based Liverpool supporter Morgan O’Sullivan about the Reds, including how the newcomers are adjusting and how Jürgen Klopp’s 2.0 version of the team is taking shape.

    Today’s Leicester City. Are you anticipating a team that is similar to the one that faced LASK and confident of victory?

    Yes, hopefully we will ring the changes once more tonight. It’s amazing how a few successful games can alter a club’s entire culture.

    From the disappointment of the previous season and the uncertainty of the summer, we have moved to a growing optimism about a title challenge this year.

    We have options all over the field and young players who are developing at the same time, having previously been a club with a depleted midfield.

    This ongoing evolution of our team gives us great hope for the current season and the years to come, if the changes over the summer were regarded as a revolution.

    We should win tonight, but caution is advised because historically, Liverpool has viewed Leicester as something of a bogey team.

    At Anfield today, Ryan Gravenberch should give us another look at what he can do for Liverpool. What do you think he has accomplished so far, and what do you hope he will accomplish in the future?

    Ryan Gravenberch offers Jürgen Klopp something other signings don't as Liverpool 2.0 takes shape

    Gravenberch has so far displayed great energy and is able to move around the field with ease. He brings mobility to the team that some of our other signings might not have, and he ought to be a great addition. It will be interesting to see how he joins the team and whether there will be a gradual adjustment over the course of the season or if he will be thrust into the starting lineup right away after a few weeks.

    So far, Dominik Szoboszlai has excelled.
    How do you think he and Alexis MacAllister have performed as Liverpool players up to now?

    They’ve both gotten off to great starts. Szoboszlai is the center of attention, but Mac Alister is progressively integrating himself into the background.

    While not always performing at his peak, he has still given the team another dimension despite being asked to fill a few positions in the early going.

    Both of the new signings should perform at an even higher level once the manager has figured out our ideal midfield, which I still believe he is still trying to do.

    Any additional points to make?

    We are back in the league cup tonight, and even though it is ultimately the lowest honor on the totem pole, it is crucial that we win because it will open up more opportunities for players like Gravenberch, Caoimhn Kelleher, Ben Doak, and others.

  • Ryan Gravenberch position on joining Liverpool or Man Utd with deadline battle anticipated

    Ryan Gravenberch position on joining Liverpool or Man Utd with deadline battle anticipated

    According to reports, Liverpool and Manchester United have a chance to win an end-of-summer deal for Bayern Munich midfielder Ryan Gravenberch.
    According to reports, Liverpool and Manchester United have a chance to win an end-of-summer deal for Bayern Munich midfielder Ryan Gravenberch.

    Gravenberch is ready for a new challenge away from Bavaria and could find himself in the final stages of the Premier League market

    Liverpool and United could switch to a new midfielder before Friday’s deadline, with Gravenberch one of the names linked to both clubs.

    Erik ten Hag added Mason Mount to his ranks in a £60m deal before transferring Fred to Fenerbahce after entering the final year of his contract at Old Trafford.

    Meanwhile, Jurgen Klopp has spent £134m luring Alexis Mac Allister, Dominik Szoboszlai and Wataru Endo to Anfield to cover an exodus of midfielders.

    James Milner, Naby Keita, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Jordan Henderson and Fabinho left Merseyside this summer. And now the German boss may be keeping an eye out for a fourth arrival in the form of Gravenberch to further bolster his engine room.

    According to reports, Liverpool and Manchester United have a chance to win an end-of-summer deal for Bayern Munich midfielder Ryan Gravenberch.
    According to Sky Germany, there is a feeling that Liverpool will be pushing for Gravenberch in the coming days.

    So far, no negotiations have been communicated with the 21-year-old player and Bayern are awaiting concrete offers to take him away from the Allianz Arena.

    Gravenberch is fourth in Thomas Tuchel’s hierarchy in midfield, behind Joshua Kimmich, Leon Goretzka and Konrad Laimer.

    According to the report, he is not happy with his current situation and wants to play regularly this season after a frustrating first year at Bayern. Klopp’s revamped midfield showed promising signs at the start of the season, with two wins and a draw against Chelsea, AFC Bournemouth and Newcastle United.

    Endo, Mac Allister and Szoboszlai all started in Sunday’s 2-1 win at Newcastle, and are expected to be Liverpool’s first-choice trio going forward.

    It’s a different story for Ten Hag, who have had a turbulent start to the season despite taking two wins out of three on the card.

    United’s midfield has been a major concern, with Casemiro, Bruno Fernandes and Mount all struggling to co-exist in the first two matches against Wolves and Tottenham.

    More strength is needed alongside Casemiro to keep him from isolating himself now that Fred is no longer in the game and Ten Hag are actively looking to sell Scott McTominay and Donny van de Beek.

    And Gravenberch could provide that if United raise the money to start a permanent or loan search before the window slams.

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    Jurgen Klopp intervenes as angry Virgil van Dijk ‘insults’ officials over Liverpool red

    Virgil van Dijk was sent off in a nightmarish first half for Liverpool against Newcastle. Jurgen Klopp stepped in by seemingly pushing Virgil van Dijk through the tunnel after the Liverpool defender was sent off against Newcastle. Van Dijk has been sacked for the first time in his Reds career after bringing down Aleksandar Isak to deny a clear scoring chance. The Dutchman was visibly angry with the decision and it took him some time before he walked off the pitch. He continued to yell at referee John Brooks, with Sky Sports commentator Gary Neville implying he was "insulting" the referee. Van Dijk eventually made his way to the touchline and continued yelling at the fourth official, sounding like he was cursing in his face. Liverpool manager Klopp then appeared to step in to prevent his experienced star from getting into further trouble. Klopp gently nudged Van Dijk through the tunnel and away from the scene, where the defender clearly wanted to continue arguing his case against the fourth official. The German then continued to protest with the agents, risking being reprimanded. Van Dijk's red card came as part of a chaotic first half for Liverpool at St. James' Park. Fellow defender Trent Alexander-Arnold narrowly escaped sending off in the opening six minutes. The England defender was booked after three minutes for throwing the ball away after a decision he didn't like - now considered a mandatory yellow card under guidelines given to referees at the start of the season. Moments later, the right-back cynically brought down Anthony Gordon. Umpire Brooks only let an embarrassed Alexander-Arnold get away with a warning. But it was the English ace's mistake that led Newcastle to open the scoring midway through the first half. Mohamed Salah's poor pass proved too much for Alexander-Arnold to control, allowing Gordon to escape on goal. The former Everton winger coolly passed Alisson. Newcastle then had the chance to make it 2-0. Isak collected Gordon's pass and appeared to be one-on-one with Alisson, only for Van Dijk to bring down the Swede savagely. Brooks had no choice but to show the 32-year-old the red card. Van Dijk will miss the match between Liverpool and Aston Villa next weekend, but his apparent abuse of the referee and fourth official could cost him an extended suspension. Speaking of Sky's match commentary, ex-Manchester United defender Neville said: 'Now he's abusing the referee. You just have to take your medicines and leave the pitch. We've all been there.'
    Virgil van Dijk was sent off in a nightmarish first half for Liverpool against Newcastle.

    Jurgen Klopp stepped in by seemingly pushing Virgil van Dijk through the tunnel after the Liverpool defender was sent off against Newcastle. Van Dijk has been sacked for the first time in his Reds career after bringing down Aleksandar Isak to deny a clear scoring chance.

    The Dutchman was visibly angry with the decision and it took him some time before he walked off the pitch. He continued to yell at referee John Brooks, with Sky Sports commentator Gary Neville implying he was “insulting” the referee. Van Dijk eventually made his way to the touchline and continued yelling at the fourth official, sounding like he was cursing in his face. Liverpool manager Klopp then appeared to step in to prevent his experienced star from getting into further trouble.

    Klopp gently nudged Van Dijk through the tunnel and away from the scene, where the defender clearly wanted to continue arguing his case against the fourth official. The German then continued to protest with the agents, risking being reprimanded.

    Van Dijk’s red card came as part of a chaotic first half for Liverpool at St. James’ Park. Fellow defender Trent Alexander-Arnold narrowly escaped sending off in the opening six minutes.

    The England defender was booked after three minutes for throwing the ball away after a decision he didn’t like – now considered a mandatory yellow card under guidelines given to referees at the start of the season. Moments later, the right-back cynically brought down Anthony Gordon.

    Umpire Brooks only let an embarrassed Alexander-Arnold get away with a warning. But it was the English ace’s mistake that led Newcastle to open the scoring midway through the first half. Mohamed Salah’s poor pass proved too much for Alexander-Arnold to control, allowing Gordon to escape on goal. The former Everton winger coolly passed Alisson.

    Newcastle then had the chance to make it 2-0. Isak collected Gordon’s pass and appeared to be one-on-one with Alisson, only for Van Dijk to bring down the Swede savagely.

    Brooks had no choice but to show the 32-year-old the red card. Van Dijk will miss the match between Liverpool and Aston Villa next weekend, but his apparent abuse of the referee and fourth official could cost him an extended suspension.

    Speaking of Sky’s match commentary, ex-Manchester United defender Neville said: ‘Now he’s abusing the referee. You just have to take your medicines and leave the pitch. We’ve all been there.’

  • Ryan Gravenberch makes a comeback and Jürgen Klopp considers a target for Manchester United in the latest Liverpool transfer news.

    Ryan Gravenberch makes a comeback and Jürgen Klopp considers a target for Manchester United in the latest Liverpool transfer news.

    Ryan Gravenberch makes a comeback and Jürgen Klopp considers a target for Manchester United in the latest Liverpool transfer news.
    Liverpool transfer news: Ryan Gravenberch, a star for Bayern Munich, has returned, and Jürgen Klopp is reportedly eyeing a player that Manchester United likes (again).

    Fabinho, the Brazilian number six who is expected to move to Saudi Arabia, must be replaced at the center of Liverpool’s midfield. The Reds will need to make at least one more change in the pitch’s middle after they already made one.

    Jordan Henderson, the team’s captain, has drawn interest from the Middle East in addition to Fabinho, though no bids for the former Sunderland player have yet been made public. In contrast to Fabinho, Henderson is currently in Germany with his Liverpool teammates.

    Liverpool will be required to find replacements should one, the other, or both players move. It will need to be someone who arrives with decent caliber as well, given the experience between the two.

    The precise names on the shopping list of new sporting director Jörg Schmadtke have not yet been revealed, but Liverpool must make the right choice for the position of Fabinho’s replacement.

    When Fabinho leaves, a few names have been mentioned as potential replacements. Here is the Liverpool . com opinion on the transfer rumors that have been swirling around the Reds today.

    Fiorentina’s Sofyan Amrabat.

    Ryan Gravenberch.
    Sofyan Amrabat, a World Cup star who was linked to Liverpool in January, could take Fabinho’s place as a replacement. The Moroccan is one of the names being considered, according to The Athletic.

    Amrabat is a naturally talented holding midfielder, but at the age of 26, he needs to advance significantly quickly to meet Liverpool’s standards. Although he’s a good player, Fabinho wasn’t at his best.

    The Independent had earlier this week’s report that the midfielder was also being looked at by Manchester United. However, given Erik ten Hag’s other ventures, any action would be dependent on sales.

    There would be a lot of “what if?” if Liverpool did sign Amrabat this summer when he was first reported to be available in January, according to Liverpool . com. It is not that simple, of course, but Amrabat would not be the kind of game-changing addition that most are hoping for post-Fabinho regardless if the deal had simply been made six months in advance.

    Ryan Gravenberch(Bayern Munich)

    According to Sky Sports reporter Melissa Reddy, Ryan Gravenberch of Bayern Munich, who Liverpool had interest in earlier in the summer, is another player on the list to replace Fabinho.

    Instead of standing out as a player who can play as a lone holding midfielder, Gravnberch is more of an attack-minded player who can double-pivot alongside another player.

    According to Liverpool.com, Gravenberch might change the way he plays if Liverpool sees something in him. Alternately, Gravenberch is not the main target; Liverpool has its sights set on a different player. The Bayern Munich star has already stated that, if at all possible, he would prefer to remain with the German powerhouses, with a lack of playing time currently being his only complaint.

    More news…….

    There is “blood in the water,” according to a journalist, as Liverpool tries to sign a player for £40 million.

    Levi Colwill, a defender for Chelsea, is the target of Liverpool, who genuinely believe they can sign him.
    Levi Colwill, a defender for Chelsea, is the target of Liverpool, who genuinely believe they can sign him.

    Colwill has emerged as the Reds’ top target to bolster their defense this summer. However, the general consensus has been that it will be extremely challenging to pry him away from Chelsea.

    But, according to author Graeme Bailey, that might no longer be the case. Bailey asserted during an appearance on 90min’s Talking Transfer Podcast that Liverpool is becoming more optimistic about the possibility of a transfer.

    According to our understanding, Liverpool believes they can free him, the journalist says. The opportunity for Levi Colwill to play for Chelsea is guaranteed.

    Although Chelsea doesn’t want him to leave, players who don’t commit to their futures are sold. There is something in this that I believe Colwill finds appealing.

    Liverpool is pushing for this quite hard because they can see that there is blood in the water. At Anfield, there is a conviction that they can land him because he is their top target right now.
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    Colwill’s support from Liverpool is growing.

    Liverpool has increased its offer to secure the signing to over £25.7 million.
    It will cost Liverpool a fortune to sign Colwill this summer, whether or not you believe it. It won’t be cheap if Chelsea eventually caves and sells the 20-year-old.

    Brighton has reportedly given up after having a £30 million offer rejected. The Seagulls allegedly had a £40 million offer on the way, but it has not yet been delivered.

    They appear willing to pay whatever sum is required on behalf of Liverpool in order to bring Colwill to Anfield.

    They appear to think the England U21 star wants the transfer and are prepared to put Chelsea to the test. However, no firm offer appears to be forthcoming as of yet.

    Liverpool’s current attention is perhaps too much on improving their midfield. They still don’t know how that part of the roster will look come next season, but they are fairly settled in defense.

    Jurgen Klopp still has four excellent center-back options if Colwill isn’t signed, for instance. The repercussions will be worse if he fails to bring in another midfielder.

    Therefore, it might be some time before we actually see any movement with regard to Colwill going to Liverpool. But perhaps that’s okay as long as his situation at Chelsea is precarious.