Merseyside giant Liverpool have been handed a major transfer boost in their chase of Napoli defender Faouzi Ghoulam after the player's agent admitted the defender is unlikely to sign a new contract in Italy. Last campaign, the defender emerged as one of the most scouted defenders in Europe, with a lot of top clubs enquiring about his availability. One such suitor were Liverpool, who have had continued issues establishing a permanent left-back. Ghoulam remained with the Serie A club as the summer transfer window slams shut, but has only one League season remaining on his current contract. Speaking to the world media this week, the defender’s representative Mario Rui - Mario Giuffredi - has provided some input on the transfer scenario. Merseyside giant … [Read more...]
Liverpool rival clubs in swoop for Ezri Konsa
According to reports, Liverpool are battling City rivals, Everton, to sign Charlton youngster Ezri Konsa, a highly-rated sensational centre-back. The teenager has played nine matches in all competitions so far this campaign, building on becoming a regular starter for Charlton last season as he played 39 matches. It looks as though his brilliant form has attracted suitors from the two Premier League clubs, with British outlet The Sun reporting that Reds scouts thinks he has what it takes to play in the Premier League. However, they’ll face stiff competition from their neighbours Everton who have also shown interest in signing the young talent from the lower leagues, and both sides have a decent relationship with his club following Joe Gomez’s transfer to … [Read more...]
Liverpool manager hits out at critics of former Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has hit out at England international forward Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain‘s critics and says it is unfair to compare the Ox with fellow summer signing Mohamed Salah. While the Egyptian has hit the ground running and quickly established himself as a pivotal part of Klopp’s new-look attack line, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has spent the majority of his Anfield career on the bench thus far. The England star, who is yet to win a match for his new team since his transfer deadline day move, turned in a woeful outing against Leicester City on his first start for Liverpool in Tuesday’s Carabao Cup loss against Leicester City. Mohammed Salah was rested during the week and is likely to return to action at the expense of the Englishman who Jurgen … [Read more...]
Liverpool Set To Sign Dayot Upamecano
According to reports coming from Germany, English premier league side Liverpool are planning a move for RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano to solve their defensive problems. So far this season, Liverpool have already conceded nine goals in the Premier League and manager Jurgen Klopp have been widely criticised for not signing superb defenders during the summer transfer window for this term. Dutch centre-back Virgil van Dijk was their major target in the summer, and the player himself is understood to be interested in coming over to Anfield. However, Liverpool were forced to issue an apology to his club Southampton after the Saints threatened to report them to the FA for approaching the defender illegally. They subsequently dropped the deal to foster peace … [Read more...]
Liverpool star finally open up on Barcelona offer; makes this confession
Liverpool playmaker Philippe Coutinho has said he has no verbal agreement in place to join La Liga giant FC Barcelona next summer and is fully committed to the Merseyside club’s cause this campaign despite being denied a transfer to the Spanish side. The Brazilian made his first League start of the season for Jürgen Klopp’s side on Saturday when he featured for 79 minutes of the 1 all draw with FC Burnley. The Brazil international midfielder, who was given a rousing reception when he came on from the substitute bench against La Liga side Sevilla in midweek, was the subject of three failed offer from the Catalan club during the summer window and reportedly submitted a transfer request in a bid to force a switch from Anfield Stadium. The Reds refused to sell … [Read more...]
Liverpool prepare winter transfer move for Italian Serie A star
According to reports emanating from Italy, Liverpool are one of the several clubs interested in Fiorentina’s forward Federico Chiesa. The forwards performances have been receiving a lot of accolades from football fans and pundits alike, and it looks like Liverpool’s scouts have also been pleased with him. Chiesa, 19, has already earned a spot in Italy’s U21 National team squad and there are hopes for him in his home country Italy. The teenage sensation is predominantly a right-sided winger but he can also play anywhere across the front three, and his pace is a major asset, something which makes the teenager a perfect fit in the Reds system. Italian Serie A giants Inter Milan and Napoli are also keen on the striker, and both teams will continue to watch … [Read more...]
Man United Legend suggests Liverpool sign this player in January
Manchester United Legend Rio Ferdinand has suggested that Merseyside giant Liverpool should try harder to sign Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk in the winter January transfer window. Liverpool were strongly linked with an offer for the Dutch defender during the recently shut summer transfer window. The Southampton defender was believed to be close to making a transfer to Anfield, but Liverpool were forced to withdraw their interest in the defender and issue a public apology after they were accused of alleged approaching the player illegally by the Saints. The Dutchman submitted a transfer request, but the Saints refused to cash in on him before the summer transfer deadline. It remains to be seen whether the Merseysiders will come back with a new … [Read more...]
Dietmar Hamann criticises Liverpool’s £40m transfer after hijacking Chelsea move
Ex- Liverpool midfielder Dietmar Hamann has criticised Liverpool’s signing of England international Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, as he believes the player does not add any value to an already "unbalanced" team. Hamann also took a dig at Liverpool’s defence, who struggled in a 2-2 draw against Benfica in their first group match of the UEFA Champions League. The Reds agreed on a £40million fee with North London giant Arsenal for the transfer of Oxlade Chamberlain on transfer deadline day, shortly after Liverpool dispatched Arsenal 4-0 at Anfield Stadium. Reigning Premier League champions Chelsea had also reportedly agreed on a transfer fee with the Gunners to sign the versatile midfielder, but the 24-year-old winger was interested in playing in his preferred central … [Read more...]
Liverpool Transfer News: Something strange is happening to Coutinho; Liverpool fans would love this
According to Spanish outlet Don Balon, Liverpool midfielder Philippe Coutinho may be losing interest in a transfer to Barcelona. The Barcelona target was according to reports the subject of three offers from the Spanish La Liga giants over the summer transfer window, with Liverpool steadfast in their stance not to sell him, despite the playmaker submitting a transfer request. It looks like though the Brazil international’s appetite for a transfer to Barcelona may have weakened a little bit if latest reports from Spain are to be believed. Don Balon claim the Liverpool star has told his friends he is deeply sad with Barcelona’s attitude towards the move, believing the Catalan club did not show enough intent to sign him. The news outlet even claimed that … [Read more...]
Deal Reportedly Agreed as Liverpool eye £70 million transfer in January
It was crystal clear the Liverpool lacked a solid backline during their 5-0 defeat to rivals Manchester City. The major reason was that the Reds failed to bring in any defender during the summer transfer window, and that has been a big concern for manager Jurgen Klopp a lot. However, transfer Window Podcast, Ian McGarry claimed that Liverpool will be signing Virgil van Dijk in January. Speaking on the podcast, McGarry said. According to Daily Star, McGarry of the Transfer Window Podcast claimed that Liverpool would be signing Southampton’s Virgil van Dijk in January. He also declared that the major reason for the collapse of the transfer was the takeover of Southampton FC by Chinese owners. The Saint’s didn't need money from his sale to sign new players, and … [Read more...]
Philippe Coutinho hurt by Barcelona’s broken promises
Liverpool may have suffered a humiliating 5-0 thrashing to rivals Manchester City on Saturday afternoon, but at least they can have back Brazil international midfielder Philippe Coutinho, and UEFA Champions League football come Wednesday night. Liverpool tactician Jurgen Klopp confirmed that Barcelona target Coutinho would return to his squad thinking for the visit of Spanish La Liga side Sevilla after the Liverpool playmaker returned to the Liverpool training ground at Melwood this week. And, according to reports on Don Balon, the attacker has been left angry with La Liga side FC Barcelona after the Spanish giants failed to secure his services during the recently closed summer transfer window. The South American burned many bridges with Reds supporters in … [Read more...]
Liverpool reportedly continue £60 million pursuit for Virgil van Dijk amid Arsenal interest
According to The Sun, Merseyside giant Liverpool are still interested in signing Dutch defender Virgil van Dijk from Southampton although London rivals Arsenal and Chelsea are also eyeing the Dutchman. The Reds have since been the most determined suitor, and are keen on a staggering £60 million contract. Dijk got his first major break in Britain when he signed for Celtic in 2013. The Dutch played superbly well and became indispensable for the side in no time. The defender who has bee often compared to Ex-United star Rio Ferdinand for his style of play, the center-back signed for Southampton back in 2015. Since joining the Saints, the Dutchman has been rock solid at the back for Southampton and gradually cemented himself as one of the dependable … [Read more...]
Wantaway Liverpool Star back in training at Melwood ahead of Premier League clash with Manchester City
Liverpool star Philippe Coutinho returned to the club’s training ground at Melwood Park today for training for the very first time since handing in a transfer request to leave Anfield. Philippe Coutinho was among ten players that returned from international duty ahead of Saturday's visit to Manchester City. The Barcelona target is in the running having not played for Jurgen Klopp’s side this season due to a back injury which coincided with the Brazilian submitting a transfer request amid interest from La Liga club FC Barcelona. The Reds turned down three offers from FC Barcelona, who were keen on signing the 25-year-old having lost Brazilian Neymar Jr to big spending Paris Saint-Germain. Despite being sidelined for the Reds, the Brazilian was … [Read more...]
Liverpool manager welcomes wantaway player back into Reds squad after transfer disappointment
Liverpool boss Juergen Klopp believes attacking midfielder Philippe Coutinho is still a prominent member of his squad and can perform creditably well after his transfer window disappointment. The former Dortmund boss said after the 25-year-old playmaker’s failed attempt to force a move to La Liga giant FC Barcelona. Brazilian Coutinho and Dortmund winger Ousmane Dembele were FC Barcelona’s primary transfer targets in the summer after forward Brazil international Neymar Jr. joined big spending Paris Saint Germain. While the Spanish La Liga club signed Ousmane Dembele, Liverpool turned down all offers for Philippe Coutinho, standing firm on their stance that the Brazilian was not for sale. On Saturday, sources at Anfield dismissed reports made by Barcelona … [Read more...]
Philippe Coutinho faces difficult task winning back hearts of Fans
Merseyside giant Liverpool will this week start the task of reintegrating Brazil international Philippe Coutinho into their team as the fallout from FC Barcelona’s failed approach to sign the playmaker threatens to destabilise his place at the club. The Brazilian on Saturday was officially included in Reds 25-man Premier League squad list for the remainder of the League season and is expected to return after Brazil’s FIFA World Cup qualifier in neighbours Colombia. Although the talented midfielder has not declared openly after failing to seal his favoured transfer, PSG star Neymar said his Coutinho was feeling “disappointed and sad”. The La Liga side were equally willing to make a statement of intent after Neymar Jr’s departure, and see Coutinho an adequate … [Read more...]
Liverpool deny Barcelona Philippe Coutinho sale claims
According to reports, Premier League Club Liverpool have refuted claims they put Brazil international Philippe Coutinho up for sale after the La Liga club's director claimed that his asking price was set at £183million. The summer long-running transfer saga came to a temporary halt on Friday evening as the Spanish La Liga club failed to seal a move for the Brazilian before the Spanish La Liga transfer deadline slam shut. The director of professional sports at Barcelona, Albert Soler, claimed during a press Conference on Saturday that his team were put off their chase by Red's huge valuation of about €200. As per a report on Sky Sports News, however, the Merseyside giant remained firm on their stance of not-for-sale throughout the summer transfer window, … [Read more...]
Liverpool demanded a whopping $237M for Philippe Coutinho on Deadline day
Barcelona's attempt to sign Philippe Coutinho was spurned after the Catalan club said Liverpool asked for about $237 million transfer fee. Barcelona Chiefs spoke about the failed move on Saturday in a press briefing. Albert Soler - Club Director of professional sports, and technical secretary for football Robert Fernandez disclosed the monster cash demand for the Liverpool man and also the potential transfer fee for PSG's Angel Di Maria. Soler told reporters he could be here today unveiling two players that have cost the Catalan a whopping 270 million euros, as per Barcelona website. He said it would have been irresponsible of the board if such transfer had materialized and that heads could have rolled at the club. Soler said before the window closed this … [Read more...]
Philippe Coutinho breaks into tears as Liverpool reject final bid
According to reports in Spain, Merseyside club Liverpool have refused in the final hour of the Spanish transfer market a bid of about 160 million EUR from La Liga giant FC Barcelona for their talented attacking midfielder. The Premier League club denied the La Liga club giants their primary target after the departure of Brazil international Neymar Jr, Philippe Coutinho. French Ligue 1 giant Paris Saint Germain’s timing of the move made it hard for Barcelona to find a proper replacement, even though they earned a massive sum of cash. Dembele was signed from German side Borussia Dortmund as a somewhat replacement, but Brazil international Coutinho was the player that they are obsessed with since his Brazil teammate moved to Paris. As per Mundo Deportivo, … [Read more...]
Philippe Coutinho makes remarkable recovery to score
Liverpool and Brazil international playmaker Philippe Coutinho returned to his sparkling best for the National team last night and found the back of the net in their 2-0 victory against South America opponent Ecuador. The 25-year-old midfield maestro submitted an official transfer request last month in an attempt to push through a transfer to La Liga giant FC Barcelona, but the transfer looks dead with the Spanish La Liga transfer window set to slam shut midnight today. The South American is yet to play in any club competition for Liverpool this new season with Red manager Jurgen Klopp claiming he was nursing a back injury. The midfielder, however, showed little signs of any injury or pain when he tied up well with Paris Saint Germain star Neymar Jr to score … [Read more...]
Philippe Coutinho Bid of £138M Reportedly Submitted by Barcelona side On Deadline Day
According to reports, Barcelona have made a last push to sign Liverpool star Philippe Coutinho in the form of a £138 million offer. The Guardian reported the Blaugrana has tabled a fourth offer for the midfielder. While the summer transfer deadline for English teams signing players was on Thursday, clubs in the Spanish La Liga have until 12:00 midnight on Friday to sign any new player. It means Brazilian Coutinho could still join Barcelona. Indeed, the Reds released a statement earlier in the summer saying they would not consider any bids for Coutinho despite Barcelona's admiring approaches and substantial offer. The Brazilian then handed in a transfer request in a bid to seal his move. The pursuit of Coutinho has been a desperate one from Barcelona, as … [Read more...]
Done Deal as Liverpool complete signing of another star player
Merseyside giant Liverpool have sealed the signing of England International Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain from North London club Arsenal for a £40million transfer fee. The versatile midfielder, who spent six seasons at the North London club, has signed a long-term deal at Anfield. The Ox played 198 matches for Arsenal since joining from Southampton back in 2011 but made his intention to leave known by turning down several contract offers. Reigning Premier League champions Chelsea look to be in pole position to sign the 24-year-old attacker after agreeing a transfer fee with the Gunners but the winger preferred a transfer to Liverpool. Speaking to Liverpool website following his deadline day transfer Chamberlain said: ‘I’m currently away with England (National … [Read more...]
Deal Almost done as Liverpool agree £40m fee with Arsenal box to box midfielder
Merseyside giant Liverpool have reportedly agreed on a £40million deal with rivals Arsenal to secure the services of winger Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain. The Englishman on Tuesday rejected a transfer to Chelsea in the hope that the Reds would join the race for the 24-year-old versatile midfielder. According to the BBC, the Gunners had agreed on a £40m transfer fee with Chelsea, and Klopp’s team have matched that bid. The versatile midfielder will undergo a medical examination at England’s St George’s Park training camp tonight ahead of penning a contract for Liverpool. The Ox’s move will likely end Liverpool’s interest in Monaco star Thomas Lemar, who could now remain with the French Ligue 1 champions. Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain’s sports company look to have … [Read more...]
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