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Liverpool welcome world-class midfielder to Anfield stadium

Jurgen Klopp had to deal with some unwanted injury news in recent weeks but this week it will be different for the German tactician as the long-term injured star is set to return to full fitness. Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain was injured in April 2018 and has been out of action since then, however, the good news is that the England international is back from injury. Though it is still early to say if he's ready for action when they tackle Leicester City on Saturday, his return will surely bring a smile to Klopp's face. The Reds have been a … [Read more...]

Liverpool join THIRTEEN CLUBS in the race for Brazilian youngster

Liverpool, Arsenal, Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund, Valencia and eight other clubs are in the heated race to sign Brazilian youngster Emerson. Emerson is a rising star with loads of potential and his performance for Atletico Mineiro has attracted many top clubs from Europe. According to the Mirror in one of their Thursday's transfer rumours, 14 clubs are after Emerson's signature as they all know the qualities and the advantages they stand to benefit from his service. The well-known media outlet suggest that Arsenal and Barcelona were the … [Read more...]

This legend wants Four ‘deadwood’ players out of Anfield

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has been urged to release four players so as to create more space for new additions to the team in the summer. Former Liverpool player John Aldridge said, in one of his write-up for Liverpool Echo, that the Reds have many 'deadwoods' in the team and its time Klopp sanction their sale to any interested clubs in the summer. “Jurgen Klopp might look to move on three or four in the summer," he said. Divock Origi, Alberto Moreno, Lazar Markovic and Daniel Sturridge aren't featuring regularly under the German manager … [Read more...]

Arsenal can defeat Liverpool in the title race if….

High-flying Liverpool can be defeated by the Gunners in the race for this season's Premier League trophy if Unai Emery spends more money on world-class players. That. was the comment made by former Arsenal player Nigel Winterburn who believes the Gunners have all it takes to leapfrog Liverpool and Manchester City in the race for the title. The Gunners currently occupy the fifth position, compared to Manchester City and the Liverpool who are in the 2nd and 1st position respectively. Winterburn wants the Gunners to splash more cash at the … [Read more...]

Too good, too bad: See how Liverpool’s loanees perform at the Weekend

Liverpool loanees were in action with their respective clubs and we have decided to rate some of the youngsters who could return to the Reds' first-team squad next season. Taiwo Awoniyi The powerful youngster endured a nightmarish spell at KAA Gent during the first period of the season and his loan deal was terminated by the Pro League giants. The Nigerian returned back to Royal Excel Mouscron for the rest of the season and made his second debut for the team on Sunday. He was introduced into the game in the 64th minute and it took him … [Read more...]

Liverpool join Real Madrid and Manchester United in race to sign this defender

It was Manchester United who first showed interest in Porto's defender Eder Militao but the Red Devils didn't make any official bid for his signature. Manchester Evening News reported last week that Solskjaer is looking to sanction Marcos Rojo's move out of Anfield in order to add the quality defender to his defensive setup. Some days after United's speculated interest in the 21-year-old centre-back, the report emerged from Spain that Real Madrid were also keen to bring him to Santiago Bernabeu. Don Balon reported last Wednesday that the … [Read more...]

Why Liverpool must rival Monaco for the ‘New Ronaldo’ in January

Atletico Madrid are set to let go of Portuguese striker Gelson Martins after working with him for just a year. The striker joined the Spanish side from Benfica last summer but he hasn't lived up to the hype he received from the media during the summer window. The Reds were interested in his services prior to the start of this campaign but the player — who was tagged 'New Ronaldo' by Benfica chief — decided to join Diego Simeone's men. One year after the much talked about move, things haven't gone as planned for the 23-year-old and he's now … [Read more...]

Monday’s Liverpool transfer rumours : Fekir and Werner’s latest

Two weeks and some days into the ongoing transfer window, many clubs have signed some interesting and world-class players but Liverpool are still seeking for their first signing of the year. The Reds are linked with some high-profile players, however, none of them have confirmed their intentions to join the Reds this month. Here is the rundown of Monday's transfer news concerning Liverpool... FEKIR IS OPEN TO LIVERPOOL'S SWITCH DESPITE SUMMER SETBACK Lyon playmaker Nabil Fekir is open to a move to the Reds in the future. The Frenchman … [Read more...]

Jurgen Klopp has finally turn down the chance to capture 20-year-old prodigy

Liverpool were almost beaten by Crystal Palace on Saturday as they conceded the first goal of the game but the Reds managed to record a massive comeback to win 4-3. Goals from Mohammed Salah ( brace), Sadio Mane and Sergio Firmino were all the Merseyside club needed to defeat the rampant and determined Crystal Palace to remain at the top of the League table. Irrespective of the Reds struggles at the middle of the park during the encounter, the Jurgen Klopp as decided to pull out of the race to sign USA youngster Weston McKennie. The … [Read more...]

Juventus, Chelsea, Liverpool join Arsenal in the race for ‘world class midfielder’

English Premier League side Arsenal are no longer alone in the race to secure the service of French Ligue 1 outfit Lyon midfielder Tanguy Ndombele in this winter transfer window. The North London outfit are set to battle Juventus, Liverpool, Chelsea, Everton, Barcelona and Man City for the star player who is believed to have impressed this season. Juventus who are latest to join in the race are currently seeking to land a replacement for the likes of Sami Khedira and Blaise Matuidi who are already ageing and could be on their ways out of the … [Read more...]

Liverpool player set for new contract amidst transfer rumours

Liverpool and England fullback Trent Alexander-Arnold is all but set to renew his contract with the Reds. The youngster is enjoying life at Anfield and he has no reason to dump the Merseyside club this month or in the nearest future. The 20-year-old was promoted to the club's first-team squad in 2017 and has since been a mainstay in Jurgen Klopp's team. BBC Sports revealed the right-back is in talks with the club's hierarchy over a new contract. The British publication said that deal hasn't been finalized yet, however, they are at the latter … [Read more...]

Liverpool Fail In £61m Bid To Sign Exciting Portuguese Talent

Premier League leaders Liverpool have been handed a huge transfer blow after they were rebuffed in their £61m bid to sign one of the most exciting young players in Portuguese football. According to Portuguese media outlet Correio da Manha, Liverpool made a stunning £61m (€70m) bid for young attacking midfielder Joao Felix only for the Reds to be turned down by his club in their quest to sign the teenager. Joao Felix plays his club football for Portuguese Super League giants Benfica at the moment. The 19-year-old has been attracting the … [Read more...]

Michael Zorc Confirms Stay For Long-term Liverpool Target

Borussia Dortmund sporting director Michael Zorc has revealed that young England forward Jadon Sancho will stay at the club for the foreseeable despite the interest of several English clubs including Liverpool. Zorc was speaking ahead of the resumption of the Bundesliga as he added that Borussia Dortmund is the right club for the player to continue his football development. The second half of this season’s German Bundesliga resumed on Friday night with the clash between hosts TSG Hoffenheim and Bayern Munich which ended in a 3-1 victory over … [Read more...]

Liverpool Linked With £20m Transfer For 20-Year-Old Midfielder

Five-time European champions Liverpool have been linked with a move for one of the breakout stars in the German Bundesliga this season. The Reds are keen on a deal for highly rated Schalke 04 player Weston McKennie who has been in superb form for the Champions League campaigners this season. The Daily Mail claim that Liverpool could make a £20m for him as he has been attracting the interest of the Merseyside club with his impressive performances for Schalke 04 in the German top flight this term. Weston McKennie is a midfielder by trade but … [Read more...]

Benfica reject Klopp’s £60m bid for Joao Felix

The Sun reported on Wednesday that Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp made a sensational £60m bid for Benfica forward and playmaker Joao Felix as he hoped to lure the teenager to Anfield stadium. The 19-year-old is presently one of the most impressive and highly-rated youngsters in Europe and his performances for Benfica have caught the eyes of top clubs in the continent and beyond. However, signing the playmaker in January is almost a 'mission impossible' due to the fact that Felix recently signed a new contract with the club. Joao Felix … [Read more...]

Liverpool Pondering Move For American Midfielder

Premier League table toppers Liverpool are ruminating over the idea of a transfer for highly rated American midfielder Weston McKennie according to reports emanating from the British media. Weston McKennie plays his club football for German Bundesliga side Schalke 04 at the moment. The Sun claim that the Reds are keeping tabs on the player with a view to potentially make a move for him. The 20-year-old has been in superb form for Schalke 04 since he broke into the first team at the start of the season. Solskjaer to make a turnaround in … [Read more...]

Tottenham In Talks To Sign Liverpool-linked Winger

North London club Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly in talks with La Liga giants Barcelona in the bid to sign Brazilian winger Malcom in the current January transfer window. This is according to the publication from Spanish media portal Sport. It was revealed that Spurs want to boost their forward options following the loss of England national team skipper Harry Kane and South Korean star Son Heung-Min to injury and country assignment respectively. Son will be on national team duty with South Korea at the Asian Cup from now till next month, … [Read more...]

Liverpool Target Pens £300,000 Contract With Juventus

Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey is on course to swap North London for Italy after putting pen to paper on a contract with Serie A champions Juventus. According to The Times, the former Cardiff City player has signed a contract that will see him join Italian Serie A giants Juventus in the summer when his Arsenal deal expires. It was revealed that Aaron Ramsey will earn at least £300,000 on a weekly basis to make him the highest paid British footballer in the world. Liverpool Target Offered £140,000 In Free Transfer Deal 1996 Champions … [Read more...]

Niko Kovac Rules Out January Exit For Liverpool Target

Bayern Munich manager Niko Kovac has dismissed transfer rumours hinting towards a January exit for midfielder James Rodriguez. Colombian international star James Rodriguez has been linked with a move from the Allianz Arena with clubs like Arsenal and Premier League table toppers Liverpool. The former FC Porto and AS Monaco playmaker is on a two-year loan deal at German Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich from European champions Real Madrid have joined the Bavarian giants at the start of last season. He has just six months left on the loan … [Read more...]

Liverpool and Chelsea target 80-goal hero

Liverpool are interested in Lazio striker Ciro Immobile, that's according to Italian outlet Il Messaggero. The 28-year-old hitman — who has featured for Juventus, Torino, Borussia Dortmund and Sevilla — is a well-traveled player with bags of experience and Klopp wants to bring him to Anfield in the next transfer market window. Though the Reds have top and in-form strikers, it is obvious they largely rely on Mohammed Salah for goals and Klopp isn't happy with that. The media outlet claimed that the German tactician will send his scouts to … [Read more...]

Mourinho denies Responsibility For Salah’s Transfer

Former Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has denied widespread reports claiming that he was responsible for the sale of Liverpool talisman Mohamed Salah at Stamford Bridge. Mourinho spoke about Liverpool forward Salah and the situation that led to his exit from Chelsea in a recent interview monitored by Football London. The Portuguese tactician revealed that he signed the Egyptian international star for Chelsea from Swiss side FC Basel before adding that Salah was impatient as regards the playing time that he was getting under him at Stamford … [Read more...]

Representatives Pushing For Barcelona Exit For Ex-Liverpool Playmaker

The representatives of Barcelona midfielder Philippe Coutinho are reportedly pushing for an exit from the club for the player. According to the Independent, Brazilian international star, Coutinho could leave the club this year with his camp holding out for a transfer out of Barcelona. Former Inter Milan playmaker Coutinho has been the subject of intense transfer speculation dating back to last month after the Brazilian lost his spot in the Barcelona starting XI under the guidance of manager Ernesto Valverde. Barcelona officials are keeping … [Read more...]

Liverpool Keen To Offload 24-Year-Old Winger In January

Premier League leaders Liverpool are desperate to offload the wages of winger Lazar Markovic on the Reds’ wage bill in the current January transfer window. According to the publication from the Liverpool Echo, the Reds want to sell the 24-year-old this month. Earlier reports claim that Chinese Super League sides are interested in the former Hull City player but nothing concrete has come out of those rumours. Liverpool want to get his £50,000 weekly wages out of the way rather than wait until the summer for him to secure a free transfer … [Read more...]

Liverpool Goalkeeper To Stay Until Summer – Report

Liverpool goalkeeper Simon Mignolet will reportedly stay at the club for the remainder of this season. This is as a result of the publication from the stables of popular media outlet ESPN. It was revealed that the Belgian international shot stopper won’t be granted his desire to leave the club during the ongoing January transfer window. The former Sunderland star wanted to leave the club last summer but the move was blocked by the club. French Ligue 1 side Nice are long-term admirers of the Belgian shot stopper and could make a move for … [Read more...]

Liverpool Not Interested In Re-signing Barcelona Star

Five-time European champions Liverpool are reportedly not interested in re-signing Barcelona midfielder Philippe Coutinho. The Daily Telegraph say that the Reds are not open to the idea of securing a return for the Brazilian international star. Philippe Coutinho has been linked with an exit from Spanish La Liga giants Barcelona in this transfer window after failing to secure a spot in the Barcelona starting XI. Manchester United have been heavily mentioned as a possible destination for him. The former Inter Milan star signed for Barcelona … [Read more...]