5 days ago
Liverpool are reportedly set to lose a talented prospect from their academy to one of their biggest rivals.
The Reds have made a happy habit of acquiring prodigious gems from the underage setups of other clubs across the UK, with Harvey Elliott (Fulham), Rio Ngumoha (Chelsea) and Trey Nyoni (Leicester) among the standout examples in recent years.
However, the shoe is now on the other foot as a certain club from along the M62 put the final touches on the signing of an up-and-coming talent from Merseyside.
On Monday evening, Fabrizio Romano took to X to report that Manchester United have completed a deal to sign Liverpool academy midfielder Isaac Konde, with the Italian including his trademark 'here we go'.
The 16-year-old is 'all set' to join the Red Devils after 'formal steps' were completed over the past couple of days.
#ngumoha
The Reds have made a happy habit of acquiring prodigious gems from the underage setups of other clubs across the UK, with Harvey Elliott (Fulham), Rio Ngumoha (Chelsea) and Trey Nyoni (Leicester) among the standout examples in recent years.
However, the shoe is now on the other foot as a certain club from along the M62 put the final touches on the signing of an up-and-coming talent from Merseyside.
On Monday evening, Fabrizio Romano took to X to report that Manchester United have completed a deal to sign Liverpool academy midfielder Isaac Konde, with the Italian including his trademark 'here we go'.
The 16-year-old is 'all set' to join the Red Devils after 'formal steps' were completed over the past couple of days.
#ngumoha
6 days ago
Passengers have welcomed the return of publicly owned bus services to Merseyside for the first time since the 1980s.
The first services launched in St Helens on Sunday 6 September and will expand to the Wirral later this year. Full roll-out across the city region is expected by 2027.
Liverpool City Region secured £86.3m in government funding to help roll out the scheme. The Department for Transport said it would give local leaders greater control over routes, branding and fares, while helping improve services for passengers.
A new service to Liverpool John Lennon Airport has launched, as well as an early morning express journey to Southport.
Catherine Howarth, 23, hopes St Helens will soon have night buses [Claire Hamilton/BBC]
#region #merseyside
The first services launched in St Helens on Sunday 6 September and will expand to the Wirral later this year. Full roll-out across the city region is expected by 2027.
Liverpool City Region secured £86.3m in government funding to help roll out the scheme. The Department for Transport said it would give local leaders greater control over routes, branding and fares, while helping improve services for passengers.
A new service to Liverpool John Lennon Airport has launched, as well as an early morning express journey to Southport.
Catherine Howarth, 23, hopes St Helens will soon have night buses [Claire Hamilton/BBC]
#region #merseyside
6 days ago
Michael Carrick has confirmed that Marcus Rashford suffered a slight injury before being replaced against Everton yesterday.
The forward played 70 minutes before being replaced by Patrick Dorgu.
(Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)
Given he had been one of United's standout performers on Merseyside, fans were perplexed to see Rashford withdrawn when the side were chasing the win.
Carrick was also put on the spot regarding his withdrawal post-match, with Sky Sports questioning whether the England international had felt some discomfort, to which Carrick verified that was indeed the case.
#carrick
The forward played 70 minutes before being replaced by Patrick Dorgu.
(Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)
Given he had been one of United's standout performers on Merseyside, fans were perplexed to see Rashford withdrawn when the side were chasing the win.
Carrick was also put on the spot regarding his withdrawal post-match, with Sky Sports questioning whether the England international had felt some discomfort, to which Carrick verified that was indeed the case.
#carrick
7 days ago
Manchester United fell short of securing all three points on Merseyside on Sunday. Everton pulled out two screamers in the final minutes to equalize twice against Michael Carrick's Reds in what could easily have been a second straight win. Instead, it's a third match in a row conceding two goals and more to ponder going forward about the defensive approach.
The Reds looked the better side for much of the contest. A first half of positive wing play did not produce many chances despite the exciting options up front. The best looks at goal came on a try for the spectacular by Bruno Fernandes and a ball across the box by Marcus Rashford.
Matheus Cunha was the one who got on the end of the ball from Rashford, but he sent the chance well over the target with his shot form the edge of the box.
United got on the scoresheet right after the restart though. After emerging from the dressing room at 0-0, Bryan Mbeumo got an opportunity to cut inside and fire past Jordan Pickford in the 46th minute. It was a low effort that beat the England No. 1 to his right side.
It appeared that the goal could spark a second-half flurry, but Everton settled in and began a long push for an equalizer. Senne Lammens was called to action a handful of times without the Blues finding a clear look at goal, and United's only real threat to double the lead came from another bit of Rashford magic. He skipped through the defense and somehow maintained the balance and poise to heel the ball to Cunha centrally, but James Tarkowski got a foot through the Brazilian's legs to poke the ball away before he could fire.
#goal #second
The Reds looked the better side for much of the contest. A first half of positive wing play did not produce many chances despite the exciting options up front. The best looks at goal came on a try for the spectacular by Bruno Fernandes and a ball across the box by Marcus Rashford.
Matheus Cunha was the one who got on the end of the ball from Rashford, but he sent the chance well over the target with his shot form the edge of the box.
United got on the scoresheet right after the restart though. After emerging from the dressing room at 0-0, Bryan Mbeumo got an opportunity to cut inside and fire past Jordan Pickford in the 46th minute. It was a low effort that beat the England No. 1 to his right side.
It appeared that the goal could spark a second-half flurry, but Everton settled in and began a long push for an equalizer. Senne Lammens was called to action a handful of times without the Blues finding a clear look at goal, and United's only real threat to double the lead came from another bit of Rashford magic. He skipped through the defense and somehow maintained the balance and poise to heel the ball to Cunha centrally, but James Tarkowski got a foot through the Brazilian's legs to poke the ball away before he could fire.
#goal #second
9 days ago
Everton Women will be away from home in their first three out of four WSL games for the upcoming season, and begin with an opener in the capital against newly promoted Crystal Palace on 6 September at the VBS Community Stadium.
The Blues return to Goodison Park a week later when they welcome another new outfit to the top flight in the form of Charlton Athletic, who won a promotion/relegation play-off against Leicester City, followed by two trips the road against West Ham United before the season's first Merseyside derby completes the opening month in terms of league fixtures.
The Toffees will have to wait until March 2027 to take on the Reds in the return WSL fixture, but can a campaign that will largely be spent on the road actually benefit Scott Phelan's team?
Notoriously slow starters, Everton thought that was behind them on the opening day of last season when an Ornella Vignola hattrick sealed a 4-1 win for the Toffees at Anfield, and a dream debut for the Spaniard.
What would follow was a revert to type as the Blues would fail to find a league win until December, pulling off the upset of the season by defeating Chelsea at Kingsmeadow, but even that momentous result couldn't prevent the inevitable for Brian Sorensen.
#toffees
The Blues return to Goodison Park a week later when they welcome another new outfit to the top flight in the form of Charlton Athletic, who won a promotion/relegation play-off against Leicester City, followed by two trips the road against West Ham United before the season's first Merseyside derby completes the opening month in terms of league fixtures.
The Toffees will have to wait until March 2027 to take on the Reds in the return WSL fixture, but can a campaign that will largely be spent on the road actually benefit Scott Phelan's team?
Notoriously slow starters, Everton thought that was behind them on the opening day of last season when an Ornella Vignola hattrick sealed a 4-1 win for the Toffees at Anfield, and a dream debut for the Spaniard.
What would follow was a revert to type as the Blues would fail to find a league win until December, pulling off the upset of the season by defeating Chelsea at Kingsmeadow, but even that momentous result couldn't prevent the inevitable for Brian Sorensen.
#toffees
9 days ago
Liverpool's season hinges on Alexander Isak remembering he is Alexander Isak.
During his time at Newcastle United, he struck 20+ goals in back-to-back seasons and regularly dominated the likes of Virgil van Dijk, Gabriel and William Saliba. He was, after Erling Haaland, the most feared striker in the English top-flight.
For the Reds, however, he's yet to show that version of himself. Injuries disrupted his debut season on Merseyside while he's failed to really impose himself on either of the two opening games this term. He did, however, find the back of the net against Nottingham Forest, tapping home a Cody Gakpo cross.
While the Liverpool No9 may have the highest Non-Penalty Expected Goals total in the Premier League this term, the data doesn't reveal all. A significant chunk of that was tied to a double chance against Newcastle, when the ball almost ricocheted off of his head twice in quick succession. It went down as two, high value chances, and skews the overall total.
He finished well against Forest but outside of that he's been anonymous. And this is a bit of a problem for Liverpool right now with Hugo Ekitike out until the New Year with an Achilles issue.
#forest #however
During his time at Newcastle United, he struck 20+ goals in back-to-back seasons and regularly dominated the likes of Virgil van Dijk, Gabriel and William Saliba. He was, after Erling Haaland, the most feared striker in the English top-flight.
For the Reds, however, he's yet to show that version of himself. Injuries disrupted his debut season on Merseyside while he's failed to really impose himself on either of the two opening games this term. He did, however, find the back of the net against Nottingham Forest, tapping home a Cody Gakpo cross.
While the Liverpool No9 may have the highest Non-Penalty Expected Goals total in the Premier League this term, the data doesn't reveal all. A significant chunk of that was tied to a double chance against Newcastle, when the ball almost ricocheted off of his head twice in quick succession. It went down as two, high value chances, and skews the overall total.
He finished well against Forest but outside of that he's been anonymous. And this is a bit of a problem for Liverpool right now with Hugo Ekitike out until the New Year with an Achilles issue.
#forest #however
11 days ago
How USMNT star Folarin Balogun's Everton transfer sensationally collapsed after medical tests originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Everything seemed all set for USMNT star Folarin Balogun to embark on a triumphant return to the Premier League.
On the heels of a controversial but bright 2026 FIFA World Cup, the 25-year-old has been a wanted man this summer, linked with Barcelona and Aston Villa before a move to Everton began to materialise. As the deal advanced and Deadline Day progressed, the two clubs reportedly agreed to a deal, leaving Balogun to undergo a medical with the Merseyside club.
However, the deal for the former ******* nal striker seemed to nearly fall through at the last moment, causing complications for both clubs and sparking a wide-ranging ripple effect.
The Sporting News brings you all we know about the collapsed Balogun deal and what comes next for the U.S. international.
#collapsed
Everything seemed all set for USMNT star Folarin Balogun to embark on a triumphant return to the Premier League.
On the heels of a controversial but bright 2026 FIFA World Cup, the 25-year-old has been a wanted man this summer, linked with Barcelona and Aston Villa before a move to Everton began to materialise. As the deal advanced and Deadline Day progressed, the two clubs reportedly agreed to a deal, leaving Balogun to undergo a medical with the Merseyside club.
However, the deal for the former ******* nal striker seemed to nearly fall through at the last moment, causing complications for both clubs and sparking a wide-ranging ripple effect.
The Sporting News brings you all we know about the collapsed Balogun deal and what comes next for the U.S. international.
#collapsed
12 days ago
Everton have agreed a deal for Jack Grealish to return to the club on a season-long loan from Manchester City while striker Beto has joined Serie A club Fiorentina in a £14.58m move.
Grealish, 30, is set for a medical at the Toffees, with his switch expected to be completed before Tuesday's 23:00 BST transfer deadline.
The England international spent a large chunk of last term at Everton under a similar arrangement, scoring twice and providing six ******* ists in 20 appearances, before sustaining a season-ending foot injury in January.
Grealish had been linked with other teams - including his boyhood club Aston Villa - but his preference was to return to Everton, whose chief executive Angus Kinnear told BBC Radio Merseyside had "remained in contact" with the winger.
Everton have also agreed a £3m deal to sign Ainsley Maitland-Niles from French side Lyon.
#return #jack #manchester #city
Grealish, 30, is set for a medical at the Toffees, with his switch expected to be completed before Tuesday's 23:00 BST transfer deadline.
The England international spent a large chunk of last term at Everton under a similar arrangement, scoring twice and providing six ******* ists in 20 appearances, before sustaining a season-ending foot injury in January.
Grealish had been linked with other teams - including his boyhood club Aston Villa - but his preference was to return to Everton, whose chief executive Angus Kinnear told BBC Radio Merseyside had "remained in contact" with the winger.
Everton have also agreed a £3m deal to sign Ainsley Maitland-Niles from French side Lyon.
#return #jack #manchester #city
12 days ago
BBC Radio Merseyside discuss the transfer business done by Tranmere Rovers on deadline day.
The show, which runs from 22:00-00:00 BST, will offer the latest updates and ******* ysis.
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#merseyside #sport
The show, which runs from 22:00-00:00 BST, will offer the latest updates and ******* ysis.
Listen to it here
Subscribe to Total Sport Merseyside on BBC Sounds
#merseyside #sport
12 days ago
Manchester United youngster Jack Moorhouse has agreed a deal to join Dundee on loan for the remainder of the season.
Moorhouse was on the brink of joining Everton last month but the Merseysiders pulled out at the 11th hour.
The 20-year-old midfielder, who made 24 appearances on loan at Leyton Orient in the first half of last season, subsequently received a number of offers in League One, plus abroad.
However, he believes the Scottish Premiership offers the best chance to develop, having noted the impact made by United Premier League 2 squad team-mate Jacob Devaney at St Mirren last term.
The Republic of Ireland international will travel north for a medical before completing the move.
#moorhouse #manchester
Moorhouse was on the brink of joining Everton last month but the Merseysiders pulled out at the 11th hour.
The 20-year-old midfielder, who made 24 appearances on loan at Leyton Orient in the first half of last season, subsequently received a number of offers in League One, plus abroad.
However, he believes the Scottish Premiership offers the best chance to develop, having noted the impact made by United Premier League 2 squad team-mate Jacob Devaney at St Mirren last term.
The Republic of Ireland international will travel north for a medical before completing the move.
#moorhouse #manchester
12 days ago
AS Monaco forward Folarin Balogun (25) is now all set for a switch to Everton after the USMNT forward reached an agreement on personal terms with the Premier League club, according to a report from Fabrizio Romano.
Monaco have been open to selling the USMNT forward all summer. The former ***** nal man had an excellent campaign last time around and significantly bolstered his value. His value was enhanced further thanks to his performances for the USMNT at the FIFA World Cup. He was one of three players earmarked for an exit at the start of the summer alongside Maghnes Akliouche and Lamine Camara. The sale of Aladji Bamba to Newcastle United could allow Monaco to retain the latter.
However, unlike Camara, Balogun was keen to leave the Principality club. ASM, meanwhile, moved early in the window to secure his replacement in the form of Matthis Abline. By freeing up a non-EU spot, Monaco will also be able to finalise the arrival of Erik Lira.
An agreement between Monaco and Everton was struck on Monday night. The deal is worth a fixed fee of €45m plus an extra €5m in bonuses. An agreement has now been reached with Balogun himself. The former ***** nal forward is set to sign with the Merseyside club for four years. He has now been authorised to travel for a medical.
GFFN | Luke Entwistle
#forward #everton
Monaco have been open to selling the USMNT forward all summer. The former ***** nal man had an excellent campaign last time around and significantly bolstered his value. His value was enhanced further thanks to his performances for the USMNT at the FIFA World Cup. He was one of three players earmarked for an exit at the start of the summer alongside Maghnes Akliouche and Lamine Camara. The sale of Aladji Bamba to Newcastle United could allow Monaco to retain the latter.
However, unlike Camara, Balogun was keen to leave the Principality club. ASM, meanwhile, moved early in the window to secure his replacement in the form of Matthis Abline. By freeing up a non-EU spot, Monaco will also be able to finalise the arrival of Erik Lira.
An agreement between Monaco and Everton was struck on Monday night. The deal is worth a fixed fee of €45m plus an extra €5m in bonuses. An agreement has now been reached with Balogun himself. The former ***** nal forward is set to sign with the Merseyside club for four years. He has now been authorised to travel for a medical.
GFFN | Luke Entwistle
#forward #everton
12 days ago
Everton have agreed a deal for Jack Grealish to return to the club on a season-long loan from Manchester City.
The 30-year-old is set for a medical at the Toffees, with his move expected to be completed before Tuesday's 23:00 BST transfer deadline.
Grealish spent a large chunk of last term at Everton under a similar arrangement, scoring twice and providing six ***** ists in 20 appearances, before sustaining a season-ending foot injury in January.
The England winger had been linked with other teams - including his boyhood club Aston Villa - but his preference was to return to Everton, whose chief executive Angus Kinnear told BBC Radio Merseyside they had "remained in contact" with Grealish.
With Toffees winger Iliman Ndiaye, 26, expected to complete a £65m switch to City, the Merseyside club want to bolster their attacking options before the deadline.
#grealish #city #toffees #return
The 30-year-old is set for a medical at the Toffees, with his move expected to be completed before Tuesday's 23:00 BST transfer deadline.
Grealish spent a large chunk of last term at Everton under a similar arrangement, scoring twice and providing six ***** ists in 20 appearances, before sustaining a season-ending foot injury in January.
The England winger had been linked with other teams - including his boyhood club Aston Villa - but his preference was to return to Everton, whose chief executive Angus Kinnear told BBC Radio Merseyside they had "remained in contact" with Grealish.
With Toffees winger Iliman Ndiaye, 26, expected to complete a £65m switch to City, the Merseyside club want to bolster their attacking options before the deadline.
#grealish #city #toffees #return
13 days ago
In a recent post on X, respected journalist Fabrizio Romano offered an update on Manchester City and their pursuit of Liverpool winger Cody Gakpo. It is believed that the Mancunian club are confident about recruiting the Dutch talent once the Reds find a replacement for him in this transfer window.
Gakpo enjoyed a good run of form at the Merseyside club but struggled to be consistent for them in the Premier League. Still, the 27-year-old deserves credit for scoring nine times and picking up six **** ists in 52 matches for Liverpool last season across all fronts.
The Dutch sensation is currently among the most talented wide players in Premier League football. Therefore, it is no surprise that Man City are eager to land him in this transfer window.
His current contract at Anfield will run out in the summer of 2030, so the Mancunian club would do well to get a deal done for him before the end of this month.
GUADALUPE, MEXICO – JUNE 29: Cody Gakpo #11 of the Netherlands reacts during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match between Netherlands and Morocco at Monterrey Stadium on June 29, 2026 in Guadalupe, Mexico. (Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images)
#city #Liverpool
Gakpo enjoyed a good run of form at the Merseyside club but struggled to be consistent for them in the Premier League. Still, the 27-year-old deserves credit for scoring nine times and picking up six **** ists in 52 matches for Liverpool last season across all fronts.
The Dutch sensation is currently among the most talented wide players in Premier League football. Therefore, it is no surprise that Man City are eager to land him in this transfer window.
His current contract at Anfield will run out in the summer of 2030, so the Mancunian club would do well to get a deal done for him before the end of this month.
GUADALUPE, MEXICO – JUNE 29: Cody Gakpo #11 of the Netherlands reacts during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match between Netherlands and Morocco at Monterrey Stadium on June 29, 2026 in Guadalupe, Mexico. (Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images)
#city #Liverpool
13 days ago
Everton are actively exploring a deal to bring Jack Grealish back to Merseyside, with discussions under way with Manchester City over another loan move, according to The Athletic. It is a development that fits into a wider and increasingly busy summer for David Moyes, as the club continue shaping their squad for the new campaign at Hill ****** inson Stadium.
Grealish spent last season on loan at Everton and, despite a campaign disrupted by the foot injury he suffered in January, there has remained an appetite inside the club to revisit the arrangement. The 30-year-old managed 22 appearances in all competitions, contributing two goals and six ****** ists before the stress fracture halted his momentum. That output only tells part of the story, with Everton valuing his ability to carry the ball, draw pressure and bring control in advanced areas.
The timing is notable. Everton's wide options are in flux, and several moving parts around the market appear to be influencing this conversation. Earlier in the window, City held interest in Iliman Ndiaye, while Everton were keen on a structure that could have aided Grealish's return. Since then, the picture has shifted, with Tottenham now moving towards Ndiaye and City focusing attention elsewhere in the attacking market.
That leaves Everton pressing on with a route that may still be achievable if the financial terms are workable. Grealish has featured only briefly since returning to City, appearing from the bench in the Community Shield defeat to ****** nal and the Premier League win over Bournemouth, before then being left out of the squad entirely for the victory at Crystal Palace. Read in context, that tends to suggest his place in Pep Guardiola's plans remains uncertain.
There is broader context here too. City have already sanctioned major changes in their squad, and movement in attacking positions has been substantial. Everton, meanwhile, are not standing still. A deal in principle has been reached for Richarlison to return, while the club have also looked into Fulham right-back Kenny Tete as they continue to ****** s solutions in defence.
#deal
Grealish spent last season on loan at Everton and, despite a campaign disrupted by the foot injury he suffered in January, there has remained an appetite inside the club to revisit the arrangement. The 30-year-old managed 22 appearances in all competitions, contributing two goals and six ****** ists before the stress fracture halted his momentum. That output only tells part of the story, with Everton valuing his ability to carry the ball, draw pressure and bring control in advanced areas.
The timing is notable. Everton's wide options are in flux, and several moving parts around the market appear to be influencing this conversation. Earlier in the window, City held interest in Iliman Ndiaye, while Everton were keen on a structure that could have aided Grealish's return. Since then, the picture has shifted, with Tottenham now moving towards Ndiaye and City focusing attention elsewhere in the attacking market.
That leaves Everton pressing on with a route that may still be achievable if the financial terms are workable. Grealish has featured only briefly since returning to City, appearing from the bench in the Community Shield defeat to ****** nal and the Premier League win over Bournemouth, before then being left out of the squad entirely for the victory at Crystal Palace. Read in context, that tends to suggest his place in Pep Guardiola's plans remains uncertain.
There is broader context here too. City have already sanctioned major changes in their squad, and movement in attacking positions has been substantial. Everton, meanwhile, are not standing still. A deal in principle has been reached for Richarlison to return, while the club have also looked into Fulham right-back Kenny Tete as they continue to ****** s solutions in defence.
#deal
14 days ago
Everton are in talks to re-sign Jack Grealish on loan from Manchester City on a busy day where Iliman Ndiaye looks set to join Tottenham with Richarlison heading the other way.
The Toffees have also called off plans to sell homegrown star Harrison Armstrong to Nottingham Forest.
The possible reunion with Grealish will grab the headlines as David Moyes wants to bring the 30-year-old back to the Hill ***** inson Stadium.
Grealish spent last term with the Toffees, making 22 appearances, but suffered a foot injury in January which ended his campaign.
The England international has been linked with a move to Sunderland, but a return to Merseyside is on the cards with clubs in talks.
#everton #city #ndiaye #TOTTENHAM
The Toffees have also called off plans to sell homegrown star Harrison Armstrong to Nottingham Forest.
The possible reunion with Grealish will grab the headlines as David Moyes wants to bring the 30-year-old back to the Hill ***** inson Stadium.
Grealish spent last term with the Toffees, making 22 appearances, but suffered a foot injury in January which ended his campaign.
The England international has been linked with a move to Sunderland, but a return to Merseyside is on the cards with clubs in talks.
#everton #city #ndiaye #TOTTENHAM
14 days ago
Fabrizio Romano has advised Liverpool fans to 'stay tuned' for the possibility of a 'surprising' transfer to Anfield in the final three days of the summer transfer window.
The Reds are reportedly on the verge of completing the marquee addition of Bradley Barcola from Paris Saint-Germain in a deal which could reach £123m, but it seems increasingly likely that Cody Gakpo may be on his way out of Merseyside amid a prospective bid from Manchester City.
Even if those two transfers materialise, it appears that Richard Hughes could seek to bring in one more winger before the Tuesday night deadline.
Romano posted an update on his eponymous YouTube channel on Sunday morning in which he indicated that Liverpool haven't given up on a potential last-minute swoop for Ismaila Sarr and could yet pivot to a different option in the next 48 hours.
He explained: "For Liverpool fans, we have to understand who's going to be the replacement. It could be at any moment so stay tuned. It could be in the next hours.
#stay #tuned #transfer #fabrizio
The Reds are reportedly on the verge of completing the marquee addition of Bradley Barcola from Paris Saint-Germain in a deal which could reach £123m, but it seems increasingly likely that Cody Gakpo may be on his way out of Merseyside amid a prospective bid from Manchester City.
Even if those two transfers materialise, it appears that Richard Hughes could seek to bring in one more winger before the Tuesday night deadline.
Romano posted an update on his eponymous YouTube channel on Sunday morning in which he indicated that Liverpool haven't given up on a potential last-minute swoop for Ismaila Sarr and could yet pivot to a different option in the next 48 hours.
He explained: "For Liverpool fans, we have to understand who's going to be the replacement. It could be at any moment so stay tuned. It could be in the next hours.
#stay #tuned #transfer #fabrizio
15 days ago
Date: Saturday, 29 May 2026
Venue: Anfield
Kick-off: 12:30 GMT
After a tricky opening game away to Newcastle where a fortunate point was gained due to a last-gasp penalty, the summer transfer window edges towards closure with Bradley Barcola seemingly nearing completion, though not in time to make this matchday squad. The defensive midfield, right back and right wing positions remain unsatisfied with only hours remaining to recruit.
The second outing of this term sees the Merseyside giants entertain a Nottingham Forest team now marshalled by the excellent coach and tactician, Oliver Glasner. With a new system, some superb new parts, and a steward who seems destined to join the management top table, this is not just a game that catches the eye of the nation, but a duel between two new coaches in new settings, desperate to prove their respective worth.
#game #right #saturday #anfield
Venue: Anfield
Kick-off: 12:30 GMT
After a tricky opening game away to Newcastle where a fortunate point was gained due to a last-gasp penalty, the summer transfer window edges towards closure with Bradley Barcola seemingly nearing completion, though not in time to make this matchday squad. The defensive midfield, right back and right wing positions remain unsatisfied with only hours remaining to recruit.
The second outing of this term sees the Merseyside giants entertain a Nottingham Forest team now marshalled by the excellent coach and tactician, Oliver Glasner. With a new system, some superb new parts, and a steward who seems destined to join the management top table, this is not just a game that catches the eye of the nation, but a duel between two new coaches in new settings, desperate to prove their respective worth.
#game #right #saturday #anfield
15 days ago
One journalist has revealed the structure of a package which has been agreed between Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain for Bradley Barcola.
Once David Ornstein reported earlier this week that the two clubs have an 'agreement in principle' over the 23-year-old, it's felt like simply a matter of when and not if the transfer would go through, and it now looks set to be finalised before the Tuesday night deadline.
There has also been much speculation in recent weeks over the future of Cody Gakpo, with Andoni Iraola reluctant to guarantee that the Netherlands forward will remain at Anfield when he spoke to the media on Thursday.
On Saturday morning, transfer reporter Alex Crook took to X to confirm the financial details of Barcola's imminent move to Liverpool and outline the Merseyside club's stance on their Dutch winger.
He posted: 'The fee agreed between LFC and PSG re Barcola is £106m plus £17m add-ons. Cody Gakpo unlikely to be sold unless the Reds sign a second forward in addition to Barcola.'
#barcola
Once David Ornstein reported earlier this week that the two clubs have an 'agreement in principle' over the 23-year-old, it's felt like simply a matter of when and not if the transfer would go through, and it now looks set to be finalised before the Tuesday night deadline.
There has also been much speculation in recent weeks over the future of Cody Gakpo, with Andoni Iraola reluctant to guarantee that the Netherlands forward will remain at Anfield when he spoke to the media on Thursday.
On Saturday morning, transfer reporter Alex Crook took to X to confirm the financial details of Barcola's imminent move to Liverpool and outline the Merseyside club's stance on their Dutch winger.
He posted: 'The fee agreed between LFC and PSG re Barcola is £106m plus £17m add-ons. Cody Gakpo unlikely to be sold unless the Reds sign a second forward in addition to Barcola.'
#barcola
17 days ago
Liverpool have reached an agreement in principle with Paris Saint-Germain to sign French forward Bradley Barcola (23), according to The Athletic. The deal agreed by the two clubs is believed to be in the region of €135m. Terms of the proposed deal were agreed overnight on Wednesday, with the remaining details now being finalised.
Barcola made 49 appearances for Luis Enrique's side last season, scoring 13 goals and providing seven ****** ists as PSG retained the Ligue 1 ****** le and won the Champions League. Frustrated by his role at the club, the Frenchman informed the Ligue 1 champions that he would not be signing a new contract and he would want to try a new challenge in the Premier League with Liverpool.
With an agreement now reached in principle, the French international attacker will now travel to Merseyside to sign for his new club. Personal terms are not thought to be an issue with the 23-year-old steadfast in his desire to move to Anfield.
GFFN | Liam Wraith
#league #terms #champions #principle
Barcola made 49 appearances for Luis Enrique's side last season, scoring 13 goals and providing seven ****** ists as PSG retained the Ligue 1 ****** le and won the Champions League. Frustrated by his role at the club, the Frenchman informed the Ligue 1 champions that he would not be signing a new contract and he would want to try a new challenge in the Premier League with Liverpool.
With an agreement now reached in principle, the French international attacker will now travel to Merseyside to sign for his new club. Personal terms are not thought to be an issue with the 23-year-old steadfast in his desire to move to Anfield.
GFFN | Liam Wraith
#league #terms #champions #principle
17 days ago
According to a report from Fabrizio Romano, Liverpool are close to reaching an agreement with Paris Saint-Germain over the transfer of Bradley Barcola (23). The Premier League club and the Ligue 1 champions are now at an advanced stage of negotiations as a transfer nears closer.
The 23-year-old forward has informed PSG that he is unwilling to extend his contract at the Parc des Princes, which is currently set to expire in 2028. With the Reds interested in his services, the French international attacker has expressed his desire to move on this summer and secure a move to Anfield, with personal terms already agreed between the Merseyside outfit and the former Lyon forward.
Romano reports that Barcola is now waiting for the green light to travel to the North West of England to complete his medical. A breakthrough in negotiations is expected imminently which should allow the PSG forward to travel across the channel to complete his move to Liverpool.
GFFN | Liam Wraith
#negotiations #complete
The 23-year-old forward has informed PSG that he is unwilling to extend his contract at the Parc des Princes, which is currently set to expire in 2028. With the Reds interested in his services, the French international attacker has expressed his desire to move on this summer and secure a move to Anfield, with personal terms already agreed between the Merseyside outfit and the former Lyon forward.
Romano reports that Barcola is now waiting for the green light to travel to the North West of England to complete his medical. A breakthrough in negotiations is expected imminently which should allow the PSG forward to travel across the channel to complete his move to Liverpool.
GFFN | Liam Wraith
#negotiations #complete
17 days ago
Liverpool's transfer plans have been questioned this summer and fan Sam Milne believes the Reds have been too "scattergun" in their approach for a new forward player.
Andoni Iraola's side have been linked to a host of new attackers, including Paris St-Germain duo Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye, and have had offers knocked back for Brighton's Yankuba Minteh - and are now exploring a move for Crystal Palace's Isamila Sarr in the last week of the transfer window.
Speaking on BBC Radio Merseyside, Milne said: "I was surprised at first because if you look at the right wingers that Liverpool have been trying to sign all summer, they have all been very different.
"The reaction to the bid for Sarr has been quite negative. I don't think that's a reflection on Sarr himself because Liverpool fans have seen what he can do against us - I think he's scored six goals against Liverpool. It's more the difference in Sarr to the other players that have been linked.
"The rumours came out about Minteh and Liverpool put £60m in for him. An injured Minteh and a left-footed Minteh - which is interesting because Mohamed Salah was left-footed and Yan Diomande was both-footed, but Mbaye wasn't left-footed and neither is Sarr. That's where the worry starts to lie for Liverpool fans. What are we attempting?
#left #transfer #summer #linked
Andoni Iraola's side have been linked to a host of new attackers, including Paris St-Germain duo Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye, and have had offers knocked back for Brighton's Yankuba Minteh - and are now exploring a move for Crystal Palace's Isamila Sarr in the last week of the transfer window.
Speaking on BBC Radio Merseyside, Milne said: "I was surprised at first because if you look at the right wingers that Liverpool have been trying to sign all summer, they have all been very different.
"The reaction to the bid for Sarr has been quite negative. I don't think that's a reflection on Sarr himself because Liverpool fans have seen what he can do against us - I think he's scored six goals against Liverpool. It's more the difference in Sarr to the other players that have been linked.
"The rumours came out about Minteh and Liverpool put £60m in for him. An injured Minteh and a left-footed Minteh - which is interesting because Mohamed Salah was left-footed and Yan Diomande was both-footed, but Mbaye wasn't left-footed and neither is Sarr. That's where the worry starts to lie for Liverpool fans. What are we attempting?
#left #transfer #summer #linked
18 days ago
In a recent report, talkSPORT mentioned that Tottenham Hotspur are pushing hard to land Liverpool winger Cody Gakpo this summer. It has been mentioned that Spurs are facing competition in the form of Manchester City in the race to land the Dutch talent this month.
Gakpo enjoyed a decent run of form at the Merseyside club in the previous campaign when he produced a string of impressive displays for them in the Premier League. The 27-year-old scored nine times and earned six ******* ists in 52 matches for Liverpool last season in all competitions.
The Dutch sensation is currently among the most talented wingers in Premier League football. Hence, it is no surprise that Spurs are eager to get a deal over the line for him in this transfer window.
His current contract at Anfield will run out in the summer of 2030, which could make it tough for Tottenham to land him on the cheap this month.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND – AUGUST 16: Cody Gakpo of Liverpool looks on during the pre-season friendly match between Liverpool FC and Como Calcio at Anfield on August 16, 2026 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Lewis Storey/Getty Images)
#land #TOTTENHAM #dutch #anfield
Gakpo enjoyed a decent run of form at the Merseyside club in the previous campaign when he produced a string of impressive displays for them in the Premier League. The 27-year-old scored nine times and earned six ******* ists in 52 matches for Liverpool last season in all competitions.
The Dutch sensation is currently among the most talented wingers in Premier League football. Hence, it is no surprise that Spurs are eager to get a deal over the line for him in this transfer window.
His current contract at Anfield will run out in the summer of 2030, which could make it tough for Tottenham to land him on the cheap this month.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND – AUGUST 16: Cody Gakpo of Liverpool looks on during the pre-season friendly match between Liverpool FC and Como Calcio at Anfield on August 16, 2026 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Lewis Storey/Getty Images)
#land #TOTTENHAM #dutch #anfield
18 days ago
Liverpool have been told that Brighton & Hove Albion attacker Yankuba Minteh is worth £80 million, according to Jacobs Ben.
The Reds have made two offers for the Gambian forward, both rejected, including a £60m bid.
However, Liverpool will have to offer more to land Minteh, which, per the report, the Merseyside club isn't willing to do.
Liverpool will only come back to the negotiating table if they lower their fee.
The Reds are desperate to bolster the right flank following the departure of Mohamed Salah.
#yankuba #gambian
The Reds have made two offers for the Gambian forward, both rejected, including a £60m bid.
However, Liverpool will have to offer more to land Minteh, which, per the report, the Merseyside club isn't willing to do.
Liverpool will only come back to the negotiating table if they lower their fee.
The Reds are desperate to bolster the right flank following the departure of Mohamed Salah.
#yankuba #gambian
19 days ago
Liverpool and PSG are closing in on a deal for Bradley Barcola to move to the Premier League, according to reports coming out of France.
Loic Tanzi reports for L'Equipe that the France international is "expected to become the biggest transfer of a Ligue 1 player to a foreign club".
The Merseysiders are understood to be in the market for a minimum of two offensive signings, including the 23-year-old, and may push for a third transfer beyond that.
(Photo by Pau Barrena/Getty Images)
It seems that PSG won't make it entirely easy for the Reds' negotiators, however, with the Parisians sitting firm on their €140m [£119.7m] valuation.
#loic
Loic Tanzi reports for L'Equipe that the France international is "expected to become the biggest transfer of a Ligue 1 player to a foreign club".
The Merseysiders are understood to be in the market for a minimum of two offensive signings, including the 23-year-old, and may push for a third transfer beyond that.
(Photo by Pau Barrena/Getty Images)
It seems that PSG won't make it entirely easy for the Reds' negotiators, however, with the Parisians sitting firm on their €140m [£119.7m] valuation.
#loic
19 days ago
One player who signed for Liverpool this summer is reportedly attempting to persuade a defensive midfielder on the Reds' radar to join him at Anfield.
Last month, the Merseyside club confirmed that they'd agreed a deal to sign Colombian attacking midfielder Samuel Martinez from Atletico Nacional in his homeland, with the teenager moving to England next year after he's turned 18.
The youngster is now understood to have taken on some ad-hoc agency duties by trying to convince a friend of his to follow him to L4.
According to information shared on VBar Caracol (via Sport Witness), Liverpool sent scouts to watch Matias Orozco during Deportivo Cali's 2-2 draw against Inter de Bogota on Sunday, with the midfielder understood to have played well before being forced off with a minor injury in the second half.
During that livestream, it was claimed that Martinez has been trying to convince the 18-year-old (who's a close personal friend) to join the Reds.
#reds #join
Last month, the Merseyside club confirmed that they'd agreed a deal to sign Colombian attacking midfielder Samuel Martinez from Atletico Nacional in his homeland, with the teenager moving to England next year after he's turned 18.
The youngster is now understood to have taken on some ad-hoc agency duties by trying to convince a friend of his to follow him to L4.
According to information shared on VBar Caracol (via Sport Witness), Liverpool sent scouts to watch Matias Orozco during Deportivo Cali's 2-2 draw against Inter de Bogota on Sunday, with the midfielder understood to have played well before being forced off with a minor injury in the second half.
During that livestream, it was claimed that Martinez has been trying to convince the 18-year-old (who's a close personal friend) to join the Reds.
#reds #join
19 days ago
Jack Grealish is back in the fold at Manchester City... for now.
The 30-year-old is into the final year of his reported £300,000-a-week contract at Etihad Stadium and was discarded by Pep Guardiola in the Spaniard's final season in charge, being allowed to join Everton on a season-long loan deal.
That spell on Merseyside was cut short in January by an Achilles tendon injury, but the Englishman has returned to full fitness and featured in both of City's games so far this season.
Grealish came on during the Community Shield defeat by ******* nal and played the final eight minutes of City's late comeback win over Bournemouth in Sunday's Premier League opener.
The winger appeared to be in good spirits while sitting on the bench against the Cherries and thanked City fans on social media afterwards for a "nice welcome" on his home return.
#city
The 30-year-old is into the final year of his reported £300,000-a-week contract at Etihad Stadium and was discarded by Pep Guardiola in the Spaniard's final season in charge, being allowed to join Everton on a season-long loan deal.
That spell on Merseyside was cut short in January by an Achilles tendon injury, but the Englishman has returned to full fitness and featured in both of City's games so far this season.
Grealish came on during the Community Shield defeat by ******* nal and played the final eight minutes of City's late comeback win over Bournemouth in Sunday's Premier League opener.
The winger appeared to be in good spirits while sitting on the bench against the Cherries and thanked City fans on social media afterwards for a "nice welcome" on his home return.
#city
20 days ago
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Lukasz Baczek reports that Liverpool FC attempted to hijack ***** nal's new sponsorship deal with Emirates, with the Merseyside club exploring options for a new sponsor to replace Standard Chartered on the front of their shirts.
Baczek adds that the two deals could not overlap, so if Liverpool had successfully convinced Emirates to sponsor them instead, ***** nal wouldn't have been able to extend their agreement.
Liverpool still have a deal with Standard Chartered as it stands, but they're reportedly looking for a change in 2027/28.
Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images
#getty #images #sponsor
Lukasz Baczek reports that Liverpool FC attempted to hijack ***** nal's new sponsorship deal with Emirates, with the Merseyside club exploring options for a new sponsor to replace Standard Chartered on the front of their shirts.
Baczek adds that the two deals could not overlap, so if Liverpool had successfully convinced Emirates to sponsor them instead, ***** nal wouldn't have been able to extend their agreement.
Liverpool still have a deal with Standard Chartered as it stands, but they're reportedly looking for a change in 2027/28.
Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images
#getty #images #sponsor
20 days ago
Liverpool 'remain hopeful' of signing at least one winger in the final few days of the summer transfer window, according to a prominent Reds journalist.
The Merseyside giants have reportedly agreed personal terms with Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola but have yet to settle a fee with the European champions, who could want as much as £145m for the player after add-ons (CaughtOffside).
Andoni Iraola's side are also pursing a move for Yankuba Minteh, for whom Brighton have already rejected two bids, the most recent of which amounted to £60m (Sky Sports).
In an article for the Daily Mail published in the early hours of the morning, Lewis Steele provided an update on Liverpool's pursuit of those two wingers, whilst also imploring them to sign a defensive midfielder after some familiar frailties were punished in the 2-2 draw at Newcastle on Sunday.
He wrote: 'Liverpool remain hopeful of signing Paris Saint-Germain's Bradley Barcola this week and are weighing up whether to make a third bid for Brighton's Yankuba Minteh. Those will be crucial additions, given the wide options are limited at present, but signing a deep-lying midfielder is just as important.
#Liverpool #yankuba
The Merseyside giants have reportedly agreed personal terms with Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola but have yet to settle a fee with the European champions, who could want as much as £145m for the player after add-ons (CaughtOffside).
Andoni Iraola's side are also pursing a move for Yankuba Minteh, for whom Brighton have already rejected two bids, the most recent of which amounted to £60m (Sky Sports).
In an article for the Daily Mail published in the early hours of the morning, Lewis Steele provided an update on Liverpool's pursuit of those two wingers, whilst also imploring them to sign a defensive midfielder after some familiar frailties were punished in the 2-2 draw at Newcastle on Sunday.
He wrote: 'Liverpool remain hopeful of signing Paris Saint-Germain's Bradley Barcola this week and are weighing up whether to make a third bid for Brighton's Yankuba Minteh. Those will be crucial additions, given the wide options are limited at present, but signing a deep-lying midfielder is just as important.
#Liverpool #yankuba
20 days ago
Toafofoa Sipley will miss the rest of the Super League season after suffering a leg fracture.
The 31-year-old prop picked up the injury in last Tuesday's 38-24 win over reigning Super League champions Hull KR.
Head coach Sam Burgess delivered the injury update speaking to BBC Radio Merseyside in the aftermath of Sunday's 34-24 win over Huddersfield Giants.
"Unfortunately Toff has fractured his leg, so he is going to miss the rest of the season, which is a big loss," said Burgess.
Sipley has made 17 appearances for the Wire so far this Super League campaign, scoring four tries as the club sits two points off the top of the table in third with three games of the regular season left.
#super #burgess #miss #toafofoa
The 31-year-old prop picked up the injury in last Tuesday's 38-24 win over reigning Super League champions Hull KR.
Head coach Sam Burgess delivered the injury update speaking to BBC Radio Merseyside in the aftermath of Sunday's 34-24 win over Huddersfield Giants.
"Unfortunately Toff has fractured his leg, so he is going to miss the rest of the season, which is a big loss," said Burgess.
Sipley has made 17 appearances for the Wire so far this Super League campaign, scoring four tries as the club sits two points off the top of the table in third with three games of the regular season left.
#super #burgess #miss #toafofoa
21 days ago
According to one report which emerged on Sunday morning, Liverpool may be at risk of missing out on Bradley Barcola to a direct Premier League rival in the final few days of the summer transfer window.
The Paris Saint-Germain winger has been the Reds' main target over the past couple of months and has already agreed personal terms on a prospective move to Anfield, although the two clubs have yet to agree a fee for the 23-year-old.
French reporter Fabrice Hawkins claimed last week that 'everyone involved' in the proposed transaction 'thinks there will be an agreement' which'd pave the way for the forward to become an LFC player, although one source has now warned of a threat from within the English top flight.
As reported by CaughtOffside this morning, **** nal could re-enter the race for Barcola amid an impasse between Liverpool and PSG over a price for the winger, with the Reds viewing his maximum worth at £120m but the European champions demanding £130m up front plus a potential £15m in add-ons.
The Gunners are reportedly being kept informed of developments regarding the France international, who it's claimed could be 'tempted' by a move to north London despite already signalling his approval of a switch to Merseyside.
#Liverpool #barcola #move #according
The Paris Saint-Germain winger has been the Reds' main target over the past couple of months and has already agreed personal terms on a prospective move to Anfield, although the two clubs have yet to agree a fee for the 23-year-old.
French reporter Fabrice Hawkins claimed last week that 'everyone involved' in the proposed transaction 'thinks there will be an agreement' which'd pave the way for the forward to become an LFC player, although one source has now warned of a threat from within the English top flight.
As reported by CaughtOffside this morning, **** nal could re-enter the race for Barcola amid an impasse between Liverpool and PSG over a price for the winger, with the Reds viewing his maximum worth at £120m but the European champions demanding £130m up front plus a potential £15m in add-ons.
The Gunners are reportedly being kept informed of developments regarding the France international, who it's claimed could be 'tempted' by a move to north London despite already signalling his approval of a switch to Merseyside.
#Liverpool #barcola #move #according
