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Another veteran at Anfield “wants out,” which has Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp concerned.

Thiago, a midfielder for Liverpool, is prepared to leave the organization.

Liverpool is reportedly undergoing an excessive amount of rebuilding this summer, which worries Jurgen Klopp. With the possibility that Thiago Alcantara will become his sixth veteran midfielder to leave the team, this is the situation.

While Jordan Henderson and Fabinho are leaving the Reds for a combined £52 million and are moving to Saudi Arabia, the Reds allowed Naby Keita, James Milner, and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain to leave as free agents. Jurgen Klopp is losing three of his most seasoned players, including his captain and vice-captain, in Milner, Henderson, and Fabinho.

A total of 1,043 appearances were made by the trio at Anfield. Thiago Alcantara, the 32-year-old remaining midfielder, is currently expected to leave the team. The Spaniard is reportedly thinking about going back to his native land, according to The Daily Mirror.

According to rumors, La Liga teams are aware that Thiago will be prepared to leave Anfield. His contract with Merseyside expires in a year after he joined for £25 million from Bayern Munich. Though Klopp does not want to lose Thiago, he very rarely forbids a player from leaving the team if they so choose.

Insiders claim that the manager of Liverpool wanted Milner and Henderson to stay because of their influence in the locker room and because he thought the club’s current transition of power was premature. Selling Fabinho and Henderson, who are 29 and 33 respectively, was ultimately decided due to finances.

After spending over £100 million on Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai, Liverpool will now need to move more quickly with their plans to sign additional players. Cheick Doucoure of Crystal Palace is most recently mentioned.

Even though they only paid £21 million to Lens for the Mali player last year, Palace reportedly want £70 million for him. Romeo Lavia of Southampton and Manchester City’s Kalvin Phillips are two other candidates to take Fabinho’s place at No. 6.

Sofyan Amrabat of Fiorentina, a star for Morocco at the World Cup in Qatar, is another contender. Going forward, Khephren Thuram of Nice and Ryan Gravenberch of Bayern Munich are both regarded as potential Henderson replacements.

According to Klopp, Liverpool will have a potent team for the upcoming campaign. He said on the We Are Liverpool podcast: “Training sessions have to be where my main focus and energy are directed. When the sessions are over, I can try to organize other things, and that’s what we’re doing right now.

There are still a few things that need to happen before the first game of the season, which is still three to four weeks away.
Definitely.
That’s now obvious, both from a transfer market perspective. It will occur, and our team will be strong.

“Trust us is what I’d like to ask for. We feel a great sense of responsibility for what is occurring here, and we will do everything in our power to make this season one we will never forget. That’s the strategy. ”.

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Report: Liverpool now prepared to make the £90m Real Madrid player a serious transfer target

Liverpool are reportedly ready to make Aurelien Tchouameni a serious transfer target this summer, but only if Real Madrid put the midfielder up for sale.

Jurgen Klopp remains interested in the France international, according to the Telegraph. However, a transfer of Tchouameni is only possible if Los Blancos place the 23-year-old on the transfer list.

Liverpool came close to signing Tchouameni last summer before Madrid hijacked the deal and managed to bring the AS Monaco star to Spain while the Reds were left empty-handed.

However, Liverpool have never given up on their interest in Tchouameni and the Reds could now opt for the midfielder if Madrid decide to sell the Frenchman this summer, which is highly likely. The Mirror recently reported that Real Madrid were reported to sell the youngster for £90m. However, with Liverpool now in the money after the sale of Fabinho and Jordan Henderson, a compromise could be made.

Indeed, Madrid’s hunt for Kylian Mbappe is no secret this summer. And Tchouameni’s transfer to Liverpool, having already signed Jude Bellingham, could help Carlo Ancelotti’s side cross the line for the PSG superstar.

If Real sell Tchouameni to Liverpool it would be a win-win situation

Liverpool are looking for a midfielder and Real are looking at ways to raise money for Mbappé. The solution? Selling Tchouameni to the Reds, making the transfer a win-win situation for all parties involved.

As we know, Tchouameni was close to signing for the Reds last year before Real Madrid flexed their muscles to bring French talent to Spain. And a year after the transfer, the midfielder could still end up at Anfield.

Of course, it could all hinge on Madrid thinking that the sale of Tchouameni will finally help them sign Mbappé. But with the PSG star keen on a move, Liverpool could hit the jackpot and bring the midfielder to Merseyside this summer.

July 23, 2023
According to a report, the Liverpool midfielder is “more than eager” to move to Barcelona and work with Xavi.

In a significant development, Sacha Tavolieri is reporting that there is a real possibility that Thiago Alcantara, a midfielder for Liverpool, could go back to his old team Barcelona this summer.

On Wednesday, there were rumors that Barça was interested in re-signing their former midfield prodigy.

Due to the additions of Dominik Szoboszlai and Alexis Mac Allister, Thiago, who has just one year left on his Liverpool contract, may see his role diminished in the upcoming season. Barcelona is therefore closely monitoring his situation.

Thiago’s attributes are well known to the La Liga champions, and Xavi Hernandez and company are drawn to his versatility in the middle of the park.

Tavolieri is now reporting that there is a good chance that the Spanish midfielder will return to Barcelona this summer, according to sources within Liverpool.

There hasn’t been any movement on this front yet, but Thiago’s primary option would be a move back to his childhood club, with the 32-year-old reportedly’more than keen’ on returning to Barcelona and playing for Xavi, his former coach.

In 2005, Thiago joined Barça’s La Masia youth program. He stayed with the team for eight years before departing in 2013 for Bayern Munich.

The Blaugrana’s 100 first-team outings by the midfielder, who was seen as Xavi’s long-term successor, were notable accomplishments. However, he was forced to leave because he was unable to earn a starting position and because he might have been able to rejoin Pep Guardiola at Bayern.

Although much will depend on the club’s Financial Fair Play situation and their pursuit of other midfield targets like Bernardo Silva and Giovani Lo Celso, the Spaniard might end up securing a return to Barcelona ten years after his departure.

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Jurgen Klopp is getting ready to spend an additional £75 million to bring in a pair of players.

Despite acquiring Dominik Szoboszlai from RB Leipzig and Alexis Mac Allister from Brighton, Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has not completed his summer transfer business.

Dominik Szoboszlai’s transfer from RB Leipzig was completed on Sunday, and Liverpool announced their second transfer of the summer transfer period.

After Liverpool exercised the 22-year-old international’s £60 million release clause, he agreed to a five-year contract. Following the World Cup winner’s £55 million transfer from Premier League rival Brighton in June, he joins Alexis Mac Allister at Anfield.

In order to avoid another unsuccessful season, Liverpool is anticipated to increase spending. Last season, Jurgen Klopp’s team missed out on cup competitions and finished fifth in the Premier League. The upcoming season will see them participate in the Europa League.

Here are the most recent headlines from Merseyside, but who else is Liverpool pursuing?

Thuram momentum builds

The Express reports that Liverpool will increase their interest in Nice midfielder Khephren Thuram. Liverpool waited until after the U21 Euros to make their move, despite the 22-year-old midfielder being on Klopp’s shortlist for a while.

Thuram was able to concentrate on a summer transfer after France’s unexpected 3-1 loss to Ukraine in the tournament’s quarterfinals on Sunday night in Georgia and Romania. The £30 million talent has also drawn interest from Newcastle.

Thuram, the son of renowned French defender Lillian, was recently selected for the Ligue 1 Team of the Year after making 35 appearances in the league last year. In their 4-0 victory over the Netherlands in March, he made his senior debut for France.

Thuram, a defensive midfielder by trade, could line up behind Mac Allister and Szoboszlai in Klopp’s revamped midfield. The other midfielders for Liverpool are Stegan Bajcetic, Fabinho, Thiago Alcantara, Jordan Henderson, Curtis Jones, and Harvey Elliott.

Lavia bid Ready.
According to talkSPORT, Liverpool is planning to submit a first offer for Southampton midfielder Romeo Lavia. Chelsea and Arsenal are both interested in signing the 19-year-old international from Belgium, who is expected to leave Southampton after they were demoted to the Championship.

Lavia’s worth is estimated by Liverpool to be around £45 million, but Southampton has set a £50 million price on him. Because they owe his former club Manchester City 20% of any future sales, the Saints won’t sell him for a low price.

When he joined Southampton a year ago, City made a £10.5 million initial payment. Liverpool’s other midfielders on their roster make it unlikely that they will sign both Lavia and Thuram.

As Al-Ettifaq’s new manager, Steven Gerrard has been chosen. The Liverpool legend was initially hesitant to accept the position after traveling to Saudi Arabia for negotiations a month ago, but he has since been persuaded to try.

Since being fired by Aston Villa nine months ago, Gerrard has been without a job. After his unsuccessful tenure at Villa Park, the former England captain’s managerial career is in jeopardy, despite the fact that he was successful at Rangers.

In May 2021, Gerrard and Rangers defeated Celtic, ending their nine-year hegemony.
Al-Ettifaq may find it challenging to compete in the upcoming season as they are not one of the four Saudi Pro League clubs owned by the nation’s Public Investment Fund.

July 13, 2023
Jürgen Klopp hinted at Thiago as the “complete package” in the midst of Liverpool transfer rumors.

As Thiago Alcântara’s future is the subject of ongoing transfer rumors, there appears to be disagreement among Liverpool supporters, and Jürgen Klopp may need to make a choice this summer.

The entire Liverpool squad, with the exception of one or two players, returns to training on one of the most eagerly anticipated days of preseason.

Since the Reds’ season-ending match against Southampton, which took place forty-four days ago, Jürgen Klopp has been busy bringing in two new players in the form of Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai.

As they meet their new teammates for the first time, fans will get their first glimpse of the new duo, and Liverpool has already piqued interest in the upcoming campaign with videos posted on social media.

But there is one player they might not get to meet today, and if recent rumors are to be believed, they might completely miss out on Thiago Alcântara.

On Saturday, the 32-year-old was spotted returning to the AXA Training Center, but noticeably without any athletic attire. In spite of the fact that his hip surgery was only a few months ago, speculation about his midfielder’s future persists. He may well be participating in his own program as he recovers.

Last week, it was revealed by The Athletic that Thiago had turned down a Saudi Arabian offer, while Turkish media outlet Fanatik claimed he had spoken to Galatasaray. According to a recent report from Football Insider, Liverpool will reportedly sell two first-team players before the end of the summer, with the Spain international being the most likely to go.

Supporters appear to be divided on whether the Reds should release Thiago this summer. On the one hand, his history of injuries has been a sore subject ever since he joined from Bayern Munich, and on the other hand, some supporters see his contract expiration next year as a perfect chance to cash in.

However, when he has been on the field, Thiago has shown himself to be a classy player, and other supporters believe that he still has a place in the team. Given that he has previously praised Thiago’s qualities, Klopp would seem to concur with this opinion.

He is a talented player.
After the 4-0 victory over Manchester United in 2022, Klopp told the BBC (via The Independent), “We have to keep him healthy.

“He has rhythm now, which helps in these kinds of situations to really be in the right spaces, the right little turns, and finding the right passes.

There are only a few players who have the technical ability to not only see things earlier than everyone else, but also to get the ball there, on the planet; there aren’t five million players like this.

He is a player of the highest caliber. From our perspective, there is really nothing to complain about because he can be quite dangerous both with and without the ball.

“The football is fantastic, but his counter-pressing was insane.
The whole package is created by that.
I have nothing but respect for it.
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With the arrival of Mac Allister and Szoboszlai, it does appear that Thiago is as far away from a spot in Klopp’s side as he has ever been during his time at Anfield. Although the Liverpool manager would undoubtedly be able to find a spot for him in the team when needed, he may not be a regular starter right now.

When healthy, Thiago will continue to be a valuable asset for Klopp’s team. The ability of the midfielder will almost certainly not be a factor if a decision regarding his future needs to be made.

July 11, 2023
Liverpool transfer news: Thiago Alcantara, Jordan Henderson update, and Luiz Henrique interest

Liverpool transfer news, rumors, gossip and speculation including the latest on Luis Henrique, Thiago Alcantara, Levi Colwill, Kylian Mbappé, Khephren Thuram, Elijah Gift, Romeo Lavia and more

The transfer window is in full swing and deals are underway across the Premier League. Liverpool have already made two signings in the form of Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai.

And the rumors continue to produce speculation about the comings and goings at Anfield.

Reports surfaced yesterday that the Reds would be willing to meet OGC Nice’s asking price for midfielder Khephren Thuram. Nice would like around £25.6m for Thuram, although Bayern Munich are also believed to be interested in signing the Frenchman.

Another name strongly associated with the move to Anfield is Southampton star Romeo Lavia. While there is still no deal with the Saints, who are reportedly seeking £50m for Lavia, Jurgen Klopp is said to be keen to sign the former Manchester City youngster.

In any market period, expenses can be just as important as income. Thiago Alcantara is a man strongly linked to the departure from Liverpool.

Representatives from Turkish side Galatasaray are said to have been in contact, while Elijah Gift, an exciting youth academy prospect, is on his way to Athletic Bilbao.

Liverpool are excited about the former Barca star

Liverpool are interested in bringing ex-Barcelona striker Malcom to Anfield this summer. That’s according to Foot Mercato, who say the Reds “appreciate his profile”, following a superb 23-goal season at Russian Zenit.

There are rumors that there has not yet been an official transfer from Jürgen Klopp’s squad, and Liverpool aren’t the only team interested in Malcom.
Saudi Arabian clubs are apparently eyeing him, as are Paris Saint Germain after the French outfit lost Lionel Messi at the end of his contract.

Reds heavily favored to capture Lavia

Liverpool’s interest in Romeo Lavia is now well established, although the Reds are believed to face competition from other top clubs.

However, the bookmakers’ odds suggest Jurgen Klopp has nothing to worry about, with Liverpool favorites to sign the Southampton starlet. Take a look for yourself at the odds provided by OnlineCasinos.com.
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Liverpool – 4/6

Chelsea – 4/1

Arsenal – 5/1

Man Utd – 16/1

Southampton – 16/1

Tottenham – 16/1

Man City – 25/1

The former Reds player before the return to the Premier League?
According to the Daily Mail, Wolves are considering a move for former Liverpool loanee Arthur Melo.

Arthur endured a disappointing loan spell with the Reds last season, was sidelined with a hamstring injury and is said to be keen to prove he can shine in England.

According to the report, the 26-year-old has a lucrative Saudi Arabia Pro League offer on the table but is waiting to see if Wolves will meet an initial request.

Julen Lopetegui works at Molineux under financial constraints and wants to replace Ruben Neves after his move to Saudi Arabia. Teen ready for new Livepool deal

According to the Belfast Telegraph, Kieran Morrison is set to sign his first professional contract at Liverpool after agreeing a scholarship deal for next season.

The 16-year-old, who recently made his debut for the club’s Under-21 side, has created new conditions at Anfield in a bid to rise through the ranks.

Scholarship contracts are contracts for a minimum of one year that usually precede a player being awarded a full-time spot on the team.

Sometimes, however, they are extended for a year.
It means Morrison is well on his way to turning professional at Anfield and following in the footsteps of Irish duo Conor Bradley and Caoimhin Kelleher.

The teenager is believed to be held in high regard by Merseyside players, as evidenced by his promotion to the Under-21 side in January. International players set to return for pre-season

Liverpool have confirmed that 14 players, including new signings Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai, will report to the AXA training center on Tuesday to begin preparations for the season.

While an initial group started work on Saturday, another part of the team will return after being granted additional time off due to international commitments in their respective nations earlier this summer.

However, Harvey Elliott and Curtis Jones will return later this summer after helping England win the European Under-21 Championship final on Saturday night.

Players back to work Tuesday: Trent Alexander-Arnold, Alisson Becker, Luis Diaz, Cody Gakpo, Jordan Henderson, Diogo Jota, Caoimhin Kelleher, Ibrahima Konate, Alexis Mac Allister, Andy Robertson, Mohamed Salah, Dominik Szoboszlai, Kostas Tsimikas, Virgil van Dijk.

Mo Salah problem emerges

Egypt Under-23 coach Rogerio Micale has admitted he wants to pick Liverpool striker Mohamed Salah for the Paris Olympics next summer.

The Liverpool striker is set to miss several games in January and February due to the Africa Cup of Nations, with the 31-year-old expected to captain his country in the latest edition of the tournament in Ivory Coast.

Mical has now admitted that he would like to include Salah as an aging player in his squad for the Paris 2024 Olympics, which will take place from July 26 to August 11. Any player selected will likely miss part of the 2024/25 pre-season and start of the season.

JWP decision could affect Lavia’s future

According to the Daily Mail, West Ham are set to make a bid for Southampton midfielder James Ward-Prowse this week, with his future potentially affecting the future of Liverpool-linked Romeo Lavia.

The Reds’ interest in Lavia has gone public in recent weeks and Jurgen Klopp appears keen to include the 19-year-old in a revamped midfield which will include Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai.

However, the relegated Saints would be unwilling to lose both Skipper Ward-Prowse and Lavia in a window, meaning one player’s departure could derail the other.

However, West Ham’s offer is said to be around £20m, half of what Russell Martin’s side are asking for the set-piece specialist.
Is there still hope for Liverpool?

Chelsea insist Levi Colwill is not for sale

Liverpool are interested in Chelsea defender Levi Colwill.
However, Ben Jacobs says the Londoners have no plans to sell out the victorious England U21s.

The defender was one of the key figures in Lee Carsley’s side that won the European Championships in Georgia and Romania last weekend. Curtis Jones scored the only goal of the game as 20-year-old Colwill caught the attention of the Liverpool fans.

In a series of tweets, the journalist said: “Chelsea insist Levi Colwill is not for sale. Brighton are well aware of this after a rejected bid earlier this summer. #LFC will not budge unless the situation changes as well.

Pochettino will speak face to face with Colwill, who could take a starting position

“Chelsea’s goal is to get Colwill to sign a new contract. But even if he doesn’t agree this summer, #CFC still has no plans to sell. Colwill should make every move if he’s not convinced by his playing time at Chelsea,” he continues.

“One of the reasons Colwill is so keen to find out if he’s a regular starter is because he’s been made to understand he’s firmly in the picture for Euro 2024. A solid season could see him challenge Harry Maguire to start.The England side, similar to #CFC, appreciate Colwill.

[IG]: Andy Robertson trains with James Maddison ahead of Liverpool return

Liverpool defender Andy Robertson is set to return to the squad this week as the Reds begin their preparations for the season.

On Saturday, Jürgen Klopp welcomed players who weren’t on international duty this summer. The likes of Jordan Henderson and Robertson will be there ahead of their trip to Germany this week.

The Scotland captain has posted a message on his social channels showing his progress to be updated for when he returns to the pitch at Liverpool.
He was photographed alongside new Tottenham signing James Maddison at ‘The Campus’ in the Algarve.

The wolves target Arthur Melo

Wolves are the latest Premier League club to target former Liverpool mercenary Arthur Melo.
According to Mundo Deportivo via JuveFC.com, Julen Lopetegui’s team wants to bring the midfielder to Molineux.

Arthur did not appear in the Premier League for Liverpool as his playing time was reduced to 13 minutes in the Champions League defeat to Naples. It’s been claimed that the former Sevilla boss sees the Brazilian as the right addition to his midfield.

Perr Schurrs named one of Liverpool’s top targets

According to Football Insider, Perr Schuurs has emerged as one of Liverpool’s top targets.
They claim the defender ‘fulfills many requirements’ as the Reds look to welcome their third summer signing. Schuurs is seen as a young player who can become a “top player”.

It has been suggested that he is seen as a cheaper alternative to other ‘big name’ centre-backs. Milinkovic-Savic’s Liverpool move close to Lazio departure

Not a transfer window passes without Liverpool being linked with Sergej Milinkovic-Savic. This year was no different.

However, this summer could mean the end of that.
According to Gazzetta dello Sport via Mundo Deportivo, Al Hilal are close to finalizing the midfielder’s deal as their €40m offer is soon accepted by Lazio.

Jurgen Klopp will wear shorts rain or shine

The weather has been nice for a few weeks but the Premier League is definitely getting closer due to the current weather conditions!

It is fair to say that it is windy in Kirkby. Steven Gerrard bets Divock Origi for Saudi change

Steven Gerrard is reportedly targeting Divock Origi.
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the Saudi club are trying to win over the Liverpool icon with AC Milan eager to sell the player.

Origi was photographed stepping up his preparations for the new season and reports in Italy, as previously posted in the live blog, that he has already rejected an approach.

However, according to the journalist, nothing is out of the question. In a tweet, he said: “I understand Divock #Origi is one of the names #AlEttifaq FC intends to sign at the request of Steven #Gerrard. The Saudi club has contacted and is trying to convince the Belgian striker… But it’s not over yet.#SPL.

Milan would like to sell the player in exchange for a fee. #market #SerieA #LFC. Wait and see…”

[IG]: Thiago enjoys the thrill of Silverstone

Thiago was at the AXA Training Center this weekend when the Liverpool players returned for pre-season training on Saturday.
The Spaniard was at Silverstone for Formula 1 on Sunday.
It was a day to forget for Ferrari, who hosted Thiago and his family while Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz finished ninth and tenth respectively.

Levi Colwill talks Chelsea’s future

Levi Colwill has made it clear that he has yet to make a decision about his future at Chelsea, despite interest from Liverpool and other clubs.

The 20-year-old, who spent the 2021/22 season on loan at Huddersfield Town, has since seen his stock rise further after winning the Under-21 European Championship with England failing to concede a single goal during the tournament.

Such performances should ensure clubs remain interested in a deal for Colwill, who faces a battle for a place in Chelsea’s first team ahead of the new season given the options available for new manager Mauricio Pochettino.

Liverpool are among the teams interested in Colwill, as ECHO first reported in March. He’s a player who could be used effectively at left-back if Jurgen Klopp sticks to the system he tried last season.

Aware that he had reached a critical juncture in his career, Colwill told The Times: “I’m going to talk to my family, to everyone I need, and make a decision. At the end of the day, I have to play, hopefully.” Go there [England senior team] and go to the next camp.”

Leonardo expresses Liverpool’s view being candid about what PSG should do against Kylian Mbappe

Former Paris Saint-Germain head coach Leonardo believes Kylian Mbappe will have to leave the club for Liverpool links.
After winning the France Football trophy, Mbappe gave another explosive interview to the magazine, in which he expressed his displeasure with his current situation.

After the interview was published, reports surfaced that players in the PSG dressing room complained about some of Mbappe’s comments. And the criticism didn’t stop there as Leonardo, who served as Paris sporting director between 2019 and 2022, pushed his former club to sell the striker.

“For PSG, I think it’s time for Mbappe to leave no matter what,” he said in an interview with L’Equipe. “Paris-Saint-Germain existed before Kylian Mbappé and will exist after him.”

“He has been in Paris for six years and in those six seasons five different clubs have won the Champions League [Real Madrid 2018 and 2022, Liverpool 2019, Bayern Munich 2020, Chelsea 2021 and Manchester City 2023]”,

no d They didn’t have Mbappe in their ranks. This means that it is entirely possible to win this competition without him.

“With his behavior over the past two years, Mbappé shows that he is not yet a player capable of really leading a team,” continued Leonardo. “He’s a great player, not a leader. He’s a great goalscorer, not a creative one. It’s hard to build a team around him.

The impossible dream?
PSG striker Kylian Mbappe is frequently in the news and constantly linked with Liverpool.

Its future seems to be destined outside the French capital.
He has won the Golden Boot in the last five Ligue 1 seasons. It seems impossible, but Liverpool have been given a 9/1 stake to bring in the French star.

Odds via Betfair

Real Madrid – 4/6

To stay at PSG – 11/10

Liverpool – 9/1

Man Utd – 12/1

AC Milan – 25/1

Liverpool interested in Luiz Henrique

According to Fichajes, Liverpool are interested in Real Betis winger Luiz Henrique.

Aston Villa are among the clubs rivaling the Reds after the Brazilian endured a roller coaster season with the La Liga side.

Jurgen Klopp would like the Betis star to be seen with him as an alternative to Mohamed Salah.

Torino set Perr Schuurs asking price like Liverpool among the clubs in line

According to Tuttosport, Perr Schuurs is subject to a “strong call” from the Premier League.

The outlet says Liverpool have made a bid of €30m but Torino are seeking around €40m (£34m) with a minimum of €35m (£29m).

Napoli are among the Serie A clubs interested in Crystal Palace and West Ham are among the clubs to register their interest.

Torino are close to signing Scottish defender Josh Doig, who could emerge as an alternative.

“I have no doubt that Gerrard would have had another chance in England”

Dwight Yorke believes Steven Gerrard would have had another chance in England if he had waited.

The Liverpool legend has taken on his first role since October following his resignation from Aston Vila. He was appointed Al Ettifaq head coach for the upcoming season and signed a two-year contract.

He is currently in Croatia having met his team for the first time as preparations begin.

However, speaking to BoyleSports, who offer the latest Premier League odds here, Yorke admitted he believes he could have found another role in the UK if he had waited a bit longer.

“I have no doubt that Gerrard would have had another chance elsewhere in England if he had been more patient. I don’t quite understand why he went to Saudi Arabia.”

“As a manager you look for an opportunity to get into the game and Steven Gerrard achieved that by moving to Saudi Arabia.” Gerrard was also successful at Rangers and he was successful. When you’re successful the big clubs call and that’s why Aston Villa was born.

“Success at Villa would have been a top eight, he got off to a really good start so people raised their expectations, but he didn’t and he was criticized.”

“It’s going to be a very dangerous game if you finish outside the top 10. He didn’t survive and he’s now in Saudi Arabia. I have a feeling he would have another opportunity to move to another English club if he was waiting, but he saw an opportunity to go to Saudi Arabia and took it.”

Galatasaray make Thiago Alcantara offer

According to reports from Turkey, Liverpool midfielder Thiago Alcantara has held talks with Galatasaray.

According to Fanatik, the Spaniard has been involved in several talks with the Turkish club to assess the interest of a Super Lig move. In their report, they say that Vice-President Erden Timur has traveled to England and made a good offer for the midfielder.

The former Barcelona and Bayern Munich midfielder has struggled with injury concerns in recent months – missing the end of the season after undergoing surgery for a hip problem.

Steven Gerrard loves Jordan Henderson

According to L’Equipe, Steven Gerrard would like to bring Jordan Henderson to Al Ettifaq.

The French outlet is said to be trying to win over “several European players”, including the Liverpool skipper.
Loic Tanzi has followed up on the reports and suggested that some sources say he is “very advanced”.

Divock Origi could end AC Milan’s spell

Liverpool hero Divock Origi is about to leave Milan, according to Gazzetta dello Sport.

The outlet says the Belgian is one of three who have “packed their bags” for the summer changeover.
He arrived at Milan last summer after his contract with Anfield expired.

It has been suggested Origi is determined to fight for his place in Stefano Pioli’s squad and has rejected an approach from Saudi Arabia with news linking him with a return to the Premier League.

The blue newspaper gave a pungent judgment: “The man who scored in the Champions League final won by Liverpool against Tottenham, the one who should have added more experience and offered more solutions in attack, turned out to be a sensational flop:

his engagement I did not.” not in terms of transfer costs – Origi joined as a free agent – but in terms of overall salaries, yes.”

Liverpool ready to pay the price for Khephren Thuram

Reports have surfaced that Liverpool are willing to meet OGC Nice’s asking price for midfielder Khephren Thuram. Nice would like around £25.6million for Thuram, although Bayern Munich are also interested in signing the Frenchman.
El Nacional report that despite competition from Thomas Tuchel, Liverpool are ready to pay their price.

No later than the departure of Jordan Henderson

Neil Jones says Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson is “unlikely” to leave.
The Reds captain has been linked with a move from Anfield and, in a surprise twist, a reunion with former team-mate and now Al Ettifaq manager Steven Gerrard has been mooted.

Jones wrote in his substack, “It certainly seems unlikely, especially with the European Championship coming up at the end of this season.”

“Henderson is still an integral part of England’s plans under Gareth Southgate and even if we disregard his obligation as captain of Liverpool Football Club for a second, it would be strange if he were given the chance to play, he would turn his back.” will probably be his last major international tournament…

“…Reports indicate, at least for now, that there have been no offers or requests to Liverpool from any club, whether from Saudi Arabia or any other country, and that the player has made no communication of his desire to leave the club, if at all.” thinking about the prospect.

A parting gift

Although there is talk of new arrivals, there may be news of an exit from Merseyside.

According to Fabrizio Romano, Liverpool youngster Elijah Gift has completed his move to Athletic Bilbao.
ECHO reported in May that Gift was close to a move to Bilbao after Liverpool agreed a transfer fee with the La Liga side.

The 16-year-old, who joined the Reds from Huddersfield Town as an Under-12 player, is said to be back in his native Spain for an undisclosed fee. Bilbao are known to only select players from the Basque region, resulting in the winger costing the Spaniards a premium after interest arose.

Romeo Lavia: Talks with Liverpool are ongoing

Talks between Liverpool and Southampton midfielder Romeo Lavia are ongoing, according to Sky Germany.
Florian Plettenberg reported that while talks continue there is no agreement on “wage conditions”. It could cost the Reds £50m if Saints are to cash in after relegation.

Jurgen Klopp would like the Belgian, who has also been linked to Chelsea, Arsenal and Manchester City. In a tweet, the journalist said: “The talks between Liverpool and #Lavia are concrete and ongoing.

“Realize that salary terms have yet to be agreed. As reported, his price tag is around £50m

“Klopp wants it!: Very pressure resistant player – even in high pressure situations, he only loses the ball once in 10.”

Reports have surfaced that Liverpool are willing to meet OGC Nice’s asking price for midfielder Khephren Thuram. Nice would like around £25.6m for Thuram, although Bayern Munich are also believed to be interested in signing the Frenchman.

Another name strongly associated with the move to Anfield is Southampton star Romeo Lavia. Although there is still no agreement between the Saints, who are reportedly wanting £50m for Lavia, and Liverpool, Jurgen Klopp is reportedly keen to sign the former Manchester City youngster.

In any transfer window, outs can be just as important as ins. Thiago Alcantara is a man closely linked with a Liverpool exit. Representatives of Turkish club Galatasaray have reportedly been in contact, while exciting academy youngster Elijah Gift moves to Atlético Madrid in what will be a blow to club members.

July 11, 2023
Jurgen Klopp to make decisions regarding the Liverpool captaincy, the future of Thiago Alcantara, and eight other preseason matters.

Before Liverpool’s season begins next month, Jurgen Klopp has a lot to do after reporting back for preseason practice at the AXA Training Center.

At the AXA Training Center, where Liverpool reported to begin preseason practice on Saturday, Jurgen Klopp said he was “happy to be back.”.

The Reds ultimately had a disappointing season last year, failing to take home any major hardware and missing out on Champions League qualification. However, Kopites enter the new season with a positive attitude after going 11 games without a loss to close out the previous one.

Last year, as Liverpool navigated an unwelcome transitional campaign, they were left with an aging, injury-prone squad that was in desperate need of a midfield makeover. Nevertheless, Klopp wasted little time in beginning to address these problems, as a number of players left during the offseason and two new midfielders were already signed.

Obviously, this is just the start of the Reds’ efforts to recover from last season and become title contenders once more. There is still much to do, and Klopp’s to-do list is overflowing, with just five weeks until the new Premier League season begins.

A new vice-captain should be chosen.

Liverpool are in need of a new vice captain to replace James Milner behind Jordan Henderson after Milner left for Brighton and Hove Albion. After all, the England international has just turned 33 and needs to be managed appropriately, so the number two choice is likely to captain the Reds on many occasions this year.

In reality, Klopp has an easy task because it seems likely that Virgil van Dijk will simply move up the pecking order. To make his promotion official, the German can still cross all of his ts and .
all of his i’s.

In the summer of 2021, when fourth-choice captain Gini Wijnaldum departed, Klopp replaced him with three new leaders after a player vote. The German will need to decide whether the team needs any new members once more, with Mohamed Salah one such player who would be eager for the added responsibility. Andy Robertson, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Alisson Becker are likely to be the new third-choice captain.

Perfect the formation.

Liverpool has primarily used a 4-3-3 formation during Klopp’s time in charge at Anfield. But when last season’s plans fell through, he switched to an inverted full-back system, in which the Reds lined up in a 3-2-2-3 formation when they had the ball.

Alexander-Arnold, who was given more freedom in midfield, Curtis Jones, and others all performed better as a result of the formation change, and Salah was also given more opportunities to score goals. However, the adjustment was only required because it was so clear that Liverpool’s midfield problems were due to a lack of intensity, which caused them to lose their identity.

So, do new signings and a full pre-season lead to a return to basics, or will Klopp stick with the new formation? Given that both Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szosboszlai are attacking midfielders, as things stand you’d expect the latter.

The Reds must therefore fine-tune the new formation in order to fix the problems they encountered when changing things up late in the season. With Ibrahima Konate covering the right side of the defense and Robertson adjusting to a more defensively-inclined role, Klopp himself would admit the system needed improvement on the defensive side.

Given that teams can still exploit the space behind Liverpool’s defense, it is obvious what the Reds will be looking to improve this preseason as they attempt to fully master the new formation.

Settle in with Mac Allister and Szoboszlai.

Naturally, both Mac Allister and Szoboszlai could benefit from settling in quickly for Liverpool. The £95 million pair will ultimately be the Reds’ first choice, after all.

In the past, players like Salah, Van Dijk, and Luis Diaz made an immediate impression after joining the team. However, some people took a little longer than others to adjust to their new surroundings, including Robertson, Fabinho, and Darwin Nunez.

Typically, Liverpool’s depth allows them to be patient with new acquisitions if necessary, so that’s fine. Due to Klopp’s team’s lack of legs in the engine room last season, the Reds’ midfield struggled significantly, so they could really use the help of their two new additions to address these problems as soon as possible.

Get more from Fabinho, Darwin Nunez, and co.

While Liverpool’s new formation brought out the best in Alexander-Arnold to turn around his season, many of his Reds teammates had a below-average year.

The most glaring example of this was undoubtedly the decline of Fabinho, which raised concerns about whether or not he would remain at the club in the long run. In the hopes that the Brazilian can regain his best form or that his decline from last year marks the beginning of the end of his Liverpool career, Klopp will need to build him back up.

He wasn’t the only one who struggled; naturally, the Reds are also hoping that players like Van Dijk and Henderson can play their way back to peak performance. While Joe Gomez continues to struggle following a long-term injury, it is obvious that Klopp’s man-management skills will need to be at their absolute best to restore his shattered confidence.

While Stefan Bajcetic will make his own comeback following a season-ending injury, Diogo Jota and Diaz both have a great chance to make up for lost time following serious injuries during the preseason. However, Nunez may be the biggest problem.

The Uruguayan struggled to understand Klopp’s demands last season and was forced to leave the starting XI as a result, as Klopp repeatedly acknowledged in public. Liverpool needs the striker to continue to improve this season as evidenced by his first season of 15 goals.

Decide on young players and move on from fringe players.

As things stand, Klopp would actually have a full 25-man squad for the Europa League this year. It’s also obvious that the Reds need to let go of some of their backup options even though a squad of this caliber includes a number of players you wouldn’t anticipate seeing playing for Liverpool in 2023 or 2024.

After spending yet another season at Anfield on the periphery, Nat Phillips is the most obvious example. He has done a good job for Liverpool over the past three seasons, but at 26 years old, it is obvious that he must leave Liverpool permanently in order to advance his career.

While the center back might leave for good, a few other bench players might go out on loan. Sepp van den Berg is one likely candidate, while Tyler Morton is unlikely to see much action at Anfield this season given that Klopp has eight senior midfielders ahead of him in the hierarchy.

Beyond that, decisions must be made regarding individuals like Conor Bradley, Bobby Clark, and some of their other Academy graduates. Given the chance to shine during preseason, Klopp will determine which young players can be counted on to make the first team this year and which ones would be better served by a loan move to another club rather than another season of youth football.

Talk to Thiago about his future plans .

Next summer, Thiago Alcantara’s contract expires, and it seems unlikely that he will receive a renewal offer at this time. Saudi Arabia and Turkey have recently expressed interest in his services, but no club has contacted Liverpool.

On Saturday, the Spaniard will be among the players who report back for the first day of preseason practice. At some point, Klopp will need to discuss the 32-year-old’s future with him. He must decide whether he wants to fulfill the remaining year of his contract at Anfield or whether he would rather start over somewhere else after an injury-riddled campaign.

Liverpool can’t let Thiago’s future cause them to lose focus, even though they would be happy to use him again this year. The Reds would be wise to decide his future as soon as possible if he is enticed by a lucrative offer from Saudi Arabia and wishes to move on.

Along with the Spaniard, the futures of Caoimhin Kelleher, Joel Matip, and Kostas Tsimikas are also in doubt. Once more, discussions about what the trio wants to do are necessary, and if any of the trio requests to leave, Klopp will need to find replacements.

What, two more signings?

The majority of Liverpool supporters agree that the Reds should sign a third new midfielder and a left-sided center-back in the next two months.

Of course, you could argue for a new right-back or even a forward, while concerns about a backup goalkeeper arise in light of Kellheer’s uncertain future. However, the top two positions should be filled first.

As they consider their next moves, Liverpool’s managers are taking stock after already bringing in Mac Allister and Szoboszlai this summer. Outgoings may be more likely before they dip their toes back into the incoming market.

Romeo Lavia of Southampton and Levi Colwill of Chelsea are both attracting interest, but it is unclear if the Reds will make a move for either player this summer. Alternatively, the arrival of Szoboszlai proves that Liverpool could always spring another surprise.

In either case, Klopp must evaluate his team in preseason, determine who is departing, and fill the remaining gaps in accordance with that information.

Trent Alexander-Arnold’s new deal.

Alexander-Arnold’s future will come up at some point this season before his contract expires in 2025, though it is undoubtedly not the most urgent matter on the list.

The 24-year-old England international last extended his contract in 2021, and Reds management won’t want to see him play out the remaining months of that deal. Although it would be unexpected if the right-back even hinted at leaving, Klopp and the Reds’ management team might try to sign Alexander-Arnold to a contract extension this summer sooner rather than later to avoid the possibility of any unwarranted uncertainty and rumors.

July 9, 2023
Liverpool might make a massive Kylian Mbappe trade exchange offer of four players.

Liverpool are linked with a transfer of Kylian Mbappe and Express Sport are looking for who could go in the opposite direction.

Liverpool could offer a number of players in exchange for Kylian Mbappe. The Reds have reportedly made a huge offer to Paris Saint-Germain to sign the rebel’s contract

Mbappe’s contract with PSG expires in a year. The French club don’t want to lose any of the best players in the world on a free transfer.

Clubs across Europe are awaiting a potential deal for the French superstar. Spanish journalist Edu Aguirre told El Chiringuito TV earlier this week that Liverpool have made a bid worth around £170million.

The Reds could instead try to offer the players to sign Mbappe. Express Sport are eyeing four potential Anfield stars who could be used in a cashier player transfer.

Thiago Alcantara

Liverpool are rebuilding their midfield and have already made two signings in this area. Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai have joined and Jurgen Klopp may not be done with it.

Thiago struggled with injuries last season and some think the Premier League may be too soon for him at the age of 32.

The Spaniard could do another job for PSG in the French league and gain Champions League winning experience.

Fabinho

Fabinho had his worst season in a Liverpool shirt last season. Neither Mac Allister nor Szoboszlai are defensive midfielders, so he should be replaced when he leaves.

Klopp will have to make a decision if he believes Fabinho can return to the form he showed in his first four years at the club. If not, he can try to sell him to PSG

Diogo Jota

Jota missed part of last season with injury and was only in the regular starter in the last phase of the season. He has found form in front of goal, with braces against Leeds, Nottingham Forest and Southampton.

However, Mbappé’s arrival would make it more difficult for him to earn regular playing time. At 26 he could be an attractive proposition for PSG.

Darwin Nunez

Ok, maybe it’s too early to consider Darwin a Liverpool player. He certainly showed a taste of his potential in his first season in English football.

However, he fell out of favor in the second half of the campaign. There would be no place for him and Mbappe in the Liverpool squad and he could take a significant chunk of the transfer fee PSG would demand.

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After a year and a half away from football, Kaide Gordon will start training

The 18-year-old winger has been sidelined since early 2022 due to a pelvic growth issue

When Liverpool bought Kaide Gordon from Derby in 2021, paying between £1million and £3million in training fees for the then 16-year-old winger, expectations were as high as you can get for a player with a senior cap to his credit.

When he became Liverpool’s youngest ever goalscorer in an FA Cup match against Shrewsbury that autumn, those expectations were raised, with speculation that Gordon could even be Mohamed Salah’s long-term successor at right-wing.

However, in the spring of 2022, Gordon appeared to be missing. There was unconfirmed speculation about various injuries at the time. Eventually, a pelvic growth issue was identified as the problem. The youngster hasn’t played since.

But according to The Athletic, Gordon will now be back in action. After a year and a half without football, the now 18-year-old is ready to participate in the pre-season. However, he will be on an individual schedule and will not tour with the first team.

So it could be some time before fans see Gordon play again, but if all goes to plan, it’s not impossible that he can enter pre-season a few minutes late, after which he can more easily get into action with youth teams.

as the season progresses. Hopefully, as this was a developmental issue rather than injury, Gordon can use the 2023/24 season to get back on track and, perhaps when the 2024 pre-season arrives, get back into the first team.

July 8, 2023
Jürgen Klopp wants to replace Thiago for $64 million star, and a massive offer has already been submitted, according to Liverpool transfer news.

Liverpool transfer news: It’s been reported that Jürgen Klopp is keeping an eye out for a potential Thiago replacement, and that a huge offer has reportedly been made for Kylian Mbappé.

The summer transfer window has gotten off to an almost flawless start for Liverpool. Two significant components of the rebuild have already been completed before preseason, and the first group of players will be returning to the AXA Training Center on Saturday.

Liverpool has changed two-thirds of its midfield with the additions of Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai, and there may be more to come in that area as well as farther back in Jürgen Klopp’s defense.

Liverpool needed a significant summer transfer window to get back on track, and the Reds have made a great start by moving ahead of many rivals to sign two top players.

However, that won’t be enough to satisfy the Liverpool fan base’s hunger. Even two midfield additions of that caliber do not amount to a rebuild.

Szoboszlai was almost immediately forgotten in favor of whoever might enter the room after him once he had passed through the door and had his picture taken wearing his new number eight shirt.

Roméo Lavia (Southampton)

The Telegraph reports that Liverpool is prepared to let Thiago Alcântara go this summer and might replace him with Southampton midfielder Roméo Lavia, who is valued at $64 million (£50 million/€58 million).

According to The Athletic, Thiago is courting interest from the Saudi Pro League and has already turned down an offer from a local club. But a departure from Liverpool cannot be completely ruled out because the Spaniard’s contract expires next summer.

Lavia, meanwhile, has emerged as Liverpool’s top choice for the position as the Reds consider their options in the market following the arrival of Szoboszlai earlier this week.

Lavia would be a good long-term option for the Reds, and while he wouldn’t be a direct substitute for Thiago, it would be a case of swapping one out and bringing one in. Due to the significantly better injury track record of the current midfielders, Liverpool may not necessarily need more players in this position.

Kylian Mbappé (PSG)

Kylian Mbappé and Liverpool: a never-ending story. This time, journalist Edu Aguirre claimed in an interview with El Chiringuito TV that the Reds have made a staggering $217 million (£171 million/€200 million) offer for the Frenchman, who PSG has put up for sale.

The 24-year-old has made it clear that he has no intention of signing a contract extension with the Ligue 1 club, so PSG does not want to lose Mbappé for nothing next summer.

Real Madrid, though, is the destination that Mbappé is most likely to choose. This has been the situation for a while, as Liverpool is well aware of his talent and prowess—but also his price tag.

It is simply impossible for the Reds to spend that much money on a single player, according to Liverpool.com. Even though it would be less than Neymar’s transfer from Barcelona to PSG, it is simply not going to happen. Even without the transfer fee, Mbappé would be extremely expensive, and Liverpool will never approve of it.

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Szoboszlai, a new Liverpool teammate, receives a single-word message from Konate.

Dominik Szoboszlai’s official arrival at Liverpool was announced by the team on Sunday.
Ibrahima Konate has responded to the news.

As Liverpool confirmed the Hungarian international’s signing, the French international posted “welcome” on Instagram, with Szoboszlai voting against it. 8 shirt in what is already being hailed as one of the most exciting signings of the summer.

In a move that has felt like a whirlwind for supporters, Szoboszlai joins Liverpool in a deal that is thought to be worth £60 million after the Reds last week activated the playmaker’s release clause from RB Leipzig. Additionally, the move has already been made official in typical Anfield fashion.

In fact, Szoboszlai joins Alexis Mac Allister as Liverpool’s second acquisition of the summer. The 22-year-old is in the perfect place to become a superstar on Merseyside because the winger is already familiar with players like Konate from his time at Leipzig.

Szoboszlai may be Liverpool’s best acquisition in a long time.

To say that Szoboszlai joining the Reds is one of the best deals of the summer would be an understatement. The true value of this transfer won’t be apparent for a few years, and there’s a good chance the Hungarian will be compared to players like Mohamed Salah or Virgil van Dijk.

Szoboszlai is one of Europe’s most gifted players, as is well known. The former RB Salzburg star now has all the tools necessary to break out under Jurgen Klopp as Liverpool enters a new era, and the winger is already inspiring his new teammates with excitement about what’s to come.

July 7, 2023
Liverpool are set to sell one of their highest-earning players this summer as the contract is not renewed

Liverpool are believed to be open to selling star midfielder Thiago this summer, with the Anfield veteran having just one year left on his contract.

That’s according to the Telegraph, who say the Reds would allow the 32-year-old to leave in the coming weeks as they could collect a transfer fee for the midfield star and take his big wages off their books.

The Spain international has one year left on his current contract and earns around £200,000 a week on Merseyside – the club’s third highest amount behind Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk.

Saudi Arabia are interested in Thiago and the former Bayern Munich star is already believed to have turned down an offer to move to the Middle East, The Athletic report.

Liverpool have already signed two midfielders this summer and plan to sign a third before the start of the new season. It is unclear how much this will affect Thiago’s playing time, as the Spaniard is still the Reds’ best midfielder.

However, injuries have affected his Anfield career and with more bodies available to share the load of a long season, the season ahead could be the 32-year-old’s best as Jurgen Klopp can now use him as a star player .

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Jurgen Klopp is getting ready to spend an additional £75 million to bring in a pair of players.

Despite acquiring Dominik Szoboszlai from RB Leipzig and Alexis Mac Allister from Brighton, Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has not completed his summer transfer business.

Dominik Szoboszlai’s transfer from RB Leipzig was completed on Sunday, and Liverpool announced their second transfer of the summer transfer period.

After Liverpool exercised the 22-year-old international’s £60 million release clause, he agreed to a five-year contract. Following the World Cup winner’s £55 million transfer from Premier League rival Brighton in June, he joins Alexis Mac Allister at Anfield.

In order to avoid another unsuccessful season, Liverpool is anticipated to increase spending. Last season, Jurgen Klopp’s team missed out on cup competitions and finished fifth in the Premier League. The upcoming season will see them participate in the Europa League.

Here are the most recent headlines from Merseyside, but who else is Liverpool pursuing?

Thuram momentum builds

The Express reports that Liverpool will increase their interest in Nice midfielder Khephren Thuram. Liverpool waited until after the U21 Euros to make their move, despite the 22-year-old midfielder being on Klopp’s shortlist for a while.

Thuram was able to concentrate on a summer transfer after France’s unexpected 3-1 loss to Ukraine in the tournament’s quarterfinals on Sunday night in Georgia and Romania. The £30 million talent has also drawn interest from Newcastle.

Thuram, the son of renowned French defender Lillian, was recently selected for the Ligue 1 Team of the Year after making 35 appearances in the league last year. In their 4-0 victory over the Netherlands in March, he made his senior debut for France.

Thuram, a defensive midfielder by trade, could line up behind Mac Allister and Szoboszlai in Klopp’s revamped midfield. The other midfielders for Liverpool are Stegan Bajcetic, Fabinho, Thiago Alcantara, Jordan Henderson, Curtis Jones, and Harvey Elliott.

Lavia bid Ready.
According to talkSPORT, Liverpool is planning to submit a first offer for Southampton midfielder Romeo Lavia. Chelsea and Arsenal are both interested in signing the 19-year-old international from Belgium, who is expected to leave Southampton after they were demoted to the Championship.

Lavia’s worth is estimated by Liverpool to be around £45 million, but Southampton has set a £50 million price on him. Because they owe his former club Manchester City 20% of any future sales, the Saints won’t sell him for a low price.

When he joined Southampton a year ago, City made a £10.5 million initial payment. Liverpool’s other midfielders on their roster make it unlikely that they will sign both Lavia and Thuram.

As Al-Ettifaq’s new manager, Steven Gerrard has been chosen. The Liverpool legend was initially hesitant to accept the position after traveling to Saudi Arabia for negotiations a month ago, but he has since been persuaded to try.

Since being fired by Aston Villa nine months ago, Gerrard has been without a job. After his unsuccessful tenure at Villa Park, the former England captain’s managerial career is in jeopardy, despite the fact that he was successful at Rangers.

In May 2021, Gerrard and Rangers defeated Celtic, ending their nine-year hegemony.
Al-Ettifaq may find it challenging to compete in the upcoming season as they are not one of the four Saudi Pro League clubs owned by the nation’s Public Investment Fund.

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Szoboszlai, a new Liverpool teammate, receives a single-word message from Konate.

Dominik Szoboszlai’s official arrival at Liverpool was announced by the team on Sunday.
Ibrahima Konate has responded to the news.

As Liverpool confirmed the Hungarian international’s signing, the French international posted “welcome” on Instagram, with Szoboszlai voting against it. 8 shirt in what is already being hailed as one of the most exciting signings of the summer.

In a move that has felt like a whirlwind for supporters, Szoboszlai joins Liverpool in a deal that is thought to be worth £60 million after the Reds last week activated the playmaker’s release clause from RB Leipzig. Additionally, the move has already been made official in typical Anfield fashion.

In fact, Szoboszlai joins Alexis Mac Allister as Liverpool’s second acquisition of the summer. The 22-year-old is in the perfect place to become a superstar on Merseyside because the winger is already familiar with players like Konate from his time at Leipzig.

Szoboszlai may be Liverpool’s best acquisition in a long time.

To say that Szoboszlai joining the Reds is one of the best deals of the summer would be an understatement. The true value of this transfer won’t be apparent for a few years, and there’s a good chance the Hungarian will be compared to players like Mohamed Salah or Virgil van Dijk.

Szoboszlai is one of Europe’s most gifted players, as is well known. The former RB Salzburg star now has all the tools necessary to break out under Jurgen Klopp as Liverpool enters a new era, and the winger is already inspiring his new teammates with excitement about what’s to come.

July 7, 2023
Liverpool now expect a player earning £200,000 a week to leave Anfield in 2024

Thiago Alcantara is reportedly set to leave Liverpool next year, with the midfielder’s contract with the club expiring in 2024.

According to the Atheltic, next season will likely be Thiago’s last for Liverpool, with the Reds concerned over the midfielder’s injury record and his lack of stability and defensive size, which have made Fabinho a more important member of the squad greater.

Reportedly reportedly £200,000 a week, Thiago is also one of Liverpool’s highest earning players, and with the Reds expected to challenge for the title next season, sacking the midfielder in 2024 could provide Jurgen Klopp with real world class. replacement.

With Liverpool having already signed Alexis Mac Allister and two other midfielders due to join Merseyside this summer, it makes sense for Thiago to leave in 2024, despite the Spaniard’s obvious qualities.

especially if the injury problems continue to mount. In fact, Thiago seems to have spent more time on the treatment table than on the pitch.

And an exit next year could be for the best as Liverpool are set to review their midfield options in the coming weeks.
Thiago’s departure from Liverpool could be a boon next summer

Thiago’s individual quality cannot be underestimated as the midfielder is arguably Liverpool’s best technical player. However, it’s undeniable that injuries have played a part in the 32-year-old’s career at Anfield and a departure next summer could do more good than harm for everyone involved.

As we know, the Liverpool midfielder is reaching new heights this summer with a plethora of new signings and Thiago leaving Merseyside could open the door for Klopp to take his side to new heights and free up vital funds on the ground. salary to accommodate a new signing to keep. worthy replacement.

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After reaching an agreement with Manchester United, Liverpool moved on to a less expensive Mason Mount alternative.

In this summer’s transfer window, Jurgen Klopp hopes to rebuild Liverpool’s midfield, but he has already been forced to part ways with Mason Mount, one of his top targets.

After it appeared that Manchester United had beaten Liverpool to the signing of Mason Mount, Liverpool is preparing to make a move for James Ward-Prowse.

As he entered the final year of his Chelsea contract, Mount has reached an agreement on personal terms with the Red Devils. Given that Mount is determined to leave, it should be easy for United and the Blues to come to an agreement.

Jurgen Klopp is left looking for alternatives as he tries to rebuild his midfield unit. As a result of the departures of James Milner, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, and Naby Keita from Anfield, Klopp must now look for a number of new additions to his team in order to revamp that division.

Mount’s time at Chelsea appeared to be coming to an end, and a move to Anfield had been mentioned. However, Ward-Prowse is now at the top of Klopp’s shopping list, forcing him to part ways with the England international.

The midfielder will almost certainly leave Southampton this summer as a result of the club’s relegation from the Premier League, according to the Daily Mail. Saints set a £50 million price tag on their captain, but Liverpool is willing to wait and see.

As the transfer window continues, there is a perception that the south coast side will reduce their asking price in order to raise the money necessary to rebuild their own team in preparation for a promotion challenge. For Ward-Prowse, the Reds are prepared to shell out about £25 million.

And they are reportedly instructed to wait until his price tag is lower and closer to that sum. In an effort to reclaim his position on the England national team, Ward-Prowse is also getting ready for a new challenge.

Ward-Prowse’s contract, which is currently set to last another three years, does not contain a relegation clause. Southampton is optimistic they can command a high price for their captain after rejecting an offer of £25 million from Aston Villa last summer.

The fact that Ward-Prowse is prepared to leave St Mary’s Stadium has been suggested by him. The midfielder appeared to give the Saints supporters a farewell speech following the relegation of his team.

Of course, it’s nice, and I’ve always valued this club. I’ve been here for 20 years, and it’s been a wonderful journey that I’ve loved every second of. You never know what will occur in the future, he said.

“I have done everything I can for this club, not just this year but ever since I walked through the door as an eight-year-old, and I come away from this season with my head held high. It hurts me to have contributed to the club losing its Premier League status, but I am confident they will return in the future. “.

With the addition of Alexis Mac Allister, Liverpool has already improved their midfield options. In Klopp’s midfield three, the World Cup winner is anticipated to play in a more attacking role after moving from Brighton to Anfield for £45 million.

More hires are required because it has become clear that Liverpool’s lack of qualification for the Champions League is a weakness. But before securing their next target, the Reds might have to wait until later in the window.

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Liverpool is given hope of signing the £44 million ace next summer as his current club acknowledges he may be traded.

There is no reason why Liverpool can’t return to their previous level from two to three seasons ago if they execute their summer transfer strategy correctly.

Jurgen Klopp’s team needs to change, and the addition of Alexis Mac Allister from Brighton and Hove Albion and a number of departures already indicate that significant adjustments are in the works.

When compared to form from a few years ago, it will be interesting to see whether players like Virgil Van Dijk and others simply had a bad season or really lost their mojo.

Adding one or two players to the team can help things get more focused, but the team’s core members must really start working hard again right away.

The extent of Man City’s lead over Liverpool and the competition has been demonstrated by Pep Guardiola, but if the Reds can narrow the gap, it will be to the benefit of both their supporters and any other fans.

This summer’s business for Liverpool must begin with Mac Allister, and it appears that another top star may soon follow him to Anfield.

A dependable journalist, Fabrizio Romano, tweeted that Liverpool had scheduled talks with Manu Kone of Borussia Monchengladbach and that Roland Virkus, the Gladbach director, hadn’t exactly dismissed the Reds’ interest.

He said to Kicker, “Our attitude is well-known” (h/t HITC).

“We will sell him if the money is there for a club like Borussia to consider. ”.

The outlet also cites reports that the player’s transfer fee is around £44 million, which for a 22-year-old who still has his best years ahead of him can be viewed as a steal in today’s market.

June 12, 2023