14 days ago
Alexis Mac Allister has revealed that Liverpool told him the club were not in a position to renew his contract and that he had options to leave in the summer.
Mac Allister's current contract at Liverpool is set to expire in 2028 and discussions over a renewal have failed to reach an agreement.
The failed talks leave the Argentine in an uncertain situation, after teammates Dominik Szoboszlai and Ryan Gravenberch signed new long-term deals.
Mac Allister has revealed that Liverpool told his agents that the club were 'not in a position to renew' and has expressed his disappointment at the outcome of the talks.
Speaking to the media ahead of Liverpool'sChampions League clash with Atletico Madrid, Mac Allister said it was 'sad' that renewal talks did not lead to fresh terms.
#allister
Mac Allister's current contract at Liverpool is set to expire in 2028 and discussions over a renewal have failed to reach an agreement.
The failed talks leave the Argentine in an uncertain situation, after teammates Dominik Szoboszlai and Ryan Gravenberch signed new long-term deals.
Mac Allister has revealed that Liverpool told his agents that the club were 'not in a position to renew' and has expressed his disappointment at the outcome of the talks.
Speaking to the media ahead of Liverpool'sChampions League clash with Atletico Madrid, Mac Allister said it was 'sad' that renewal talks did not lead to fresh terms.
#allister
14 days ago
Alexis Mac Allister has admitted he was left "very, very sad" after being told Liverpool were not in a position to offer him a new contract.
The midfielder ultimately decided to remain at Anfield this summer despite having opportunities to leave, and insists he will continue to give everything for the club.
But he says seeing team-mates Dominik Szoboszlai and Ryan Gravenberch sign new deals has made his own situation more difficult.
"There was a chance [I could have left the club in the summer]," Mac Allister said.
"As everyone knows, I received the news that the club was not in a position to offer me a new contract, which makes me very, very sad.
#allister #offer #contract #alexis
The midfielder ultimately decided to remain at Anfield this summer despite having opportunities to leave, and insists he will continue to give everything for the club.
But he says seeing team-mates Dominik Szoboszlai and Ryan Gravenberch sign new deals has made his own situation more difficult.
"There was a chance [I could have left the club in the summer]," Mac Allister said.
"As everyone knows, I received the news that the club was not in a position to offer me a new contract, which makes me very, very sad.
#allister #offer #contract #alexis
15 days ago
Liverpool have a superstar who is worth £30m and more.
One area Liverpool will need to address over the coming months and potentially years is midfield, with the position largely overlooked during the latest transfer window.
The emergence of Trey Nyoni certainly played a part in that decision. Even after Curtis Jones' departure, Liverpool chose against bringing in another midfielder because of their belief that Nyoni can develop into a top-level player.
His recent cameos have certainly suggested he is ready to take that next step, but there are still plenty of questions surrounding the midfield long-term.
Ryan Gravenberch and Dominik Szoboszlai remain uncertain options in a double pivot, while Alexis Mac Allister's future is far from guaranteed. Liverpool may therefore need to revisit midfield sooner rather than later.
#midfield
One area Liverpool will need to address over the coming months and potentially years is midfield, with the position largely overlooked during the latest transfer window.
The emergence of Trey Nyoni certainly played a part in that decision. Even after Curtis Jones' departure, Liverpool chose against bringing in another midfielder because of their belief that Nyoni can develop into a top-level player.
His recent cameos have certainly suggested he is ready to take that next step, but there are still plenty of questions surrounding the midfield long-term.
Ryan Gravenberch and Dominik Szoboszlai remain uncertain options in a double pivot, while Alexis Mac Allister's future is far from guaranteed. Liverpool may therefore need to revisit midfield sooner rather than later.
#midfield
24 days ago
Wingers come in different guises and at different prices. On the day Liverpool agreed to pay up to £123m for Bradley Barcola, the man signed for rather less, and with rather less fanfare, again spared Andoni Iraola a first defeat of his reign. On Sunday at Newcastle, Victor Munoz won the penalty that produced Dominik Szoboszlai's 99th-minute equaliser. On his Anfield bow, the £34m Spaniard delivered a devastating equaliser.
That both contributions came from the right flank, though he had started on the left against Nottingham Forest, may be pertinent. The presumption is that Barcola will be used on the left. While Liverpool are yet to replace Mohamed Salah, they got two equalisers from the men stationed in his old spot here, with Cody Gakpo affording Alexander Isak a tap-in. The Dutchman is scarcely a right winger and faces an uncertain future at the end of the window. If Munoz had a fine introduction, this could prove Gakpo's goodbye, and his was a valiant effort.
An encouraging element for Liverpool is that Iraola has exerted an impact with his changes in each of his first two games. Munoz, who came on at St James' Park, swapped flanks at Anfield, took Florian Wirtz's pass, span and unleashed a vicious shot, even if a deflection off Murillo helped. It may not have been the first example of fine decision-making by Iraola: he pushed for Munoz's signing when Newcastle were closing in on his signature. "Victor has been very good both games," said Iraola. "Everything hasn't been perfect but he tries again and again and again and I like this from the wingers."
And so his tenure has begun with twin 2-2 draws. If it promises to be fun, at times his Liverpool can be both fast and flawed. Yet this underlined the size of his task if Iraola is to succeed his way. Liverpool had more defensive difficulties, with a susceptibility to the counter-attack again apparent, but with variations on a theme. Newcastle had scored twice by running straight through the heart of Iraola's team. Forest struck twice courtesy of ******* in behind, the first punted 80 yards by goalkeeper Matz Sels; both involved throw-ins, too, the second a quick one by the debutant Liam Delap.
After the Forest striker added to the family tradition of Delap throw-ins, Alisson upended Neco Williams and Morgan Gibbs-White, an increasingly regular scourge of Liverpool, converted the resulting penalty. "It could and probably should have been a win," said Oliver Glasner. "Very proud of the performance but frustrated and disappointed about the result." So both new managers remain winless.
#first #munoz #anfield
That both contributions came from the right flank, though he had started on the left against Nottingham Forest, may be pertinent. The presumption is that Barcola will be used on the left. While Liverpool are yet to replace Mohamed Salah, they got two equalisers from the men stationed in his old spot here, with Cody Gakpo affording Alexander Isak a tap-in. The Dutchman is scarcely a right winger and faces an uncertain future at the end of the window. If Munoz had a fine introduction, this could prove Gakpo's goodbye, and his was a valiant effort.
An encouraging element for Liverpool is that Iraola has exerted an impact with his changes in each of his first two games. Munoz, who came on at St James' Park, swapped flanks at Anfield, took Florian Wirtz's pass, span and unleashed a vicious shot, even if a deflection off Murillo helped. It may not have been the first example of fine decision-making by Iraola: he pushed for Munoz's signing when Newcastle were closing in on his signature. "Victor has been very good both games," said Iraola. "Everything hasn't been perfect but he tries again and again and again and I like this from the wingers."
And so his tenure has begun with twin 2-2 draws. If it promises to be fun, at times his Liverpool can be both fast and flawed. Yet this underlined the size of his task if Iraola is to succeed his way. Liverpool had more defensive difficulties, with a susceptibility to the counter-attack again apparent, but with variations on a theme. Newcastle had scored twice by running straight through the heart of Iraola's team. Forest struck twice courtesy of ******* in behind, the first punted 80 yards by goalkeeper Matz Sels; both involved throw-ins, too, the second a quick one by the debutant Liam Delap.
After the Forest striker added to the family tradition of Delap throw-ins, Alisson upended Neco Williams and Morgan Gibbs-White, an increasingly regular scourge of Liverpool, converted the resulting penalty. "It could and probably should have been a win," said Oliver Glasner. "Very proud of the performance but frustrated and disappointed about the result." So both new managers remain winless.
#first #munoz #anfield
26 days ago
Aside from Liverpool's attack, their defensive midfielders are one of their biggest problems.
Andoni Iraola tried playing Ryan Gravenberch and Dominik Szoboszlai in a double pivot against Newcastle on Sunday and, during every single one of the Reds' forward charges, they were left open to counter-attacks.
This is exactly how the Magpies' first goal came about and, there were also many other moments during the clash when Matthias Jaissle's men could've got another one or two goals from their counter attacks.
However, fortunately for the Reds, that didn't happen and they ended up drawing 2-2 with them.
But, again, this was only because of a 99th-minute penalty from Szoboszlai.
#szoboszlai
Andoni Iraola tried playing Ryan Gravenberch and Dominik Szoboszlai in a double pivot against Newcastle on Sunday and, during every single one of the Reds' forward charges, they were left open to counter-attacks.
This is exactly how the Magpies' first goal came about and, there were also many other moments during the clash when Matthias Jaissle's men could've got another one or two goals from their counter attacks.
However, fortunately for the Reds, that didn't happen and they ended up drawing 2-2 with them.
But, again, this was only because of a 99th-minute penalty from Szoboszlai.
#szoboszlai
27 days ago
Liverpool's midfield is one of their main problem areas at the moment.
Sunday's 2-2 draw against Newcastle proved that Dominik Szoboszlai and Ryan Gravenberch can't be relied upon to play a double pivot all season.
The midfield duo were one of the main reasons why Liverpool conceded their first goal against the Magpies as both of them decided it was a good idea to push forward rather than have one of them stay back.
This led to Liverpool's defence being left open which allowed Anthony Elanga to counter-attack the Anfield outfit and bag Newcastle's first goal.
Not only did this outing prove that Liverpool need a new defensive midfielder but, it also outlined why a new number six should be one of their main priorities this summer.
#Liverpool #midfield #goal #szoboszlai
Sunday's 2-2 draw against Newcastle proved that Dominik Szoboszlai and Ryan Gravenberch can't be relied upon to play a double pivot all season.
The midfield duo were one of the main reasons why Liverpool conceded their first goal against the Magpies as both of them decided it was a good idea to push forward rather than have one of them stay back.
This led to Liverpool's defence being left open which allowed Anthony Elanga to counter-attack the Anfield outfit and bag Newcastle's first goal.
Not only did this outing prove that Liverpool need a new defensive midfielder but, it also outlined why a new number six should be one of their main priorities this summer.
#Liverpool #midfield #goal #szoboszlai
27 days ago
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Premier League history was made before a ball was even kicked this season as a record nine clubs started the campaign with new managers.
Former Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola got his first taste of action as Liverpool manager after succeeding sacked Arne Slot.
So how did he fare on an eventful first weekend of the 2026-27 campaign?
Iraola was spared the ignominy of defeat in his first Premier League game since succeeding Slot by Dominik Szoboszlai's 99th-minute penalty - but this was a sobering fact-finding mission for the new man in charge at Anfield.
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Premier League history was made before a ball was even kicked this season as a record nine clubs started the campaign with new managers.
Former Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola got his first taste of action as Liverpool manager after succeeding sacked Arne Slot.
So how did he fare on an eventful first weekend of the 2026-27 campaign?
Iraola was spared the ignominy of defeat in his first Premier League game since succeeding Slot by Dominik Szoboszlai's 99th-minute penalty - but this was a sobering fact-finding mission for the new man in charge at Anfield.
#images
27 days ago
A little over four minutes had passed at St James' Park on Sunday and Liverpool had started encouragingly, keeping the ball well and with urgency in their play.
Ryan Gravenberch created ***** e with a brilliant touch to get past Lewis Miley but instead of shooting from the edge of the box or playing Dominik Szoboszlai through, the Netherlands international lost possession.
Just 11 seconds later, Newcastle were ahead through Anthony Elanga after a devastating counter that required one pass after Amar Dedic's initial clearance.
Liverpool simply had no structure when out of possession. It was schoolboy stuff and a nightmare start for Andoni Iraola.
It was a similar story in the second half when Gravenberch was dispossessed after trying a back heel on the edge of the Newcastle box.
#edge #park
Ryan Gravenberch created ***** e with a brilliant touch to get past Lewis Miley but instead of shooting from the edge of the box or playing Dominik Szoboszlai through, the Netherlands international lost possession.
Just 11 seconds later, Newcastle were ahead through Anthony Elanga after a devastating counter that required one pass after Amar Dedic's initial clearance.
Liverpool simply had no structure when out of possession. It was schoolboy stuff and a nightmare start for Andoni Iraola.
It was a similar story in the second half when Gravenberch was dispossessed after trying a back heel on the edge of the Newcastle box.
#edge #park
29 days ago
Liverpool left St James' Park with a point, courtesy of a stoppage-time penalty from Dominik Szoboszlai, but ******* ody should pretend this was a polished opening-day performance. It was dramatic, it was frantic and it underlined both the strengths and flaws of Andoni Iraola's side in a 2-2 draw with Newcastle.
There was character, certainly. There was pressure, plenty of it. There was also sloppiness in key moments, especially in transition, and that remains the obvious concern after a game in which Liverpool spent long spells on top yet still needed a 99th-minute spot-kick to avoid defeat.
Iraola's verdict was direct enough. "I think because you score at the end you probably have a better taste. Before the game, we wouldn't have signed this result probably." That sums it up. Liverpool did enough to feel mildly frustrated, but not enough to complain too loudly.
Photo: IMAGO
Newcastle struck early through Anthony Elanga and immediately gave Liverpool the sort of problem they had expected all week, pace in open ******* e. The visitors responded after the break through Cody Gakpo, then fell behind again when Joe Willock restored the home side's lead. At that point, Liverpool were staring at an opening-weekend defeat.
#game
There was character, certainly. There was pressure, plenty of it. There was also sloppiness in key moments, especially in transition, and that remains the obvious concern after a game in which Liverpool spent long spells on top yet still needed a 99th-minute spot-kick to avoid defeat.
Iraola's verdict was direct enough. "I think because you score at the end you probably have a better taste. Before the game, we wouldn't have signed this result probably." That sums it up. Liverpool did enough to feel mildly frustrated, but not enough to complain too loudly.
Photo: IMAGO
Newcastle struck early through Anthony Elanga and immediately gave Liverpool the sort of problem they had expected all week, pace in open ******* e. The visitors responded after the break through Cody Gakpo, then fell behind again when Joe Willock restored the home side's lead. At that point, Liverpool were staring at an opening-weekend defeat.
#game
29 days ago
When Liverpool came to Newcastle last August, there was utter jubilation as Rio Ngumoha scored a remarkable 100th-minute winner.
They scored late again this time around, through Dominik Szoboszlai's 99th-minute penalty, but it felt more like a sense of relief than joy as they rescued a point.
Andoni Iraola said afterwards that his side did not deserve to lose and, to their credit, they never gave up as they earned a 2-2 draw.
A defeat would have been Liverpool's first on the opening weekend since 2012-13. A draw will do wonders for their spirit, but it will certainly not mask their concerns.
"It is probably not the result you want when you come in before the game, but we definitely deserve this point and even more," Iraola told BBC Radio 5 Live.
#iraola #draw
They scored late again this time around, through Dominik Szoboszlai's 99th-minute penalty, but it felt more like a sense of relief than joy as they rescued a point.
Andoni Iraola said afterwards that his side did not deserve to lose and, to their credit, they never gave up as they earned a 2-2 draw.
A defeat would have been Liverpool's first on the opening weekend since 2012-13. A draw will do wonders for their spirit, but it will certainly not mask their concerns.
"It is probably not the result you want when you come in before the game, but we definitely deserve this point and even more," Iraola told BBC Radio 5 Live.
#iraola #draw
29 days ago
Liverpool left St James' Park with a 2-2 draw, a point rescued late by Dominik Szoboszlai from the penalty spot, and that probably tells you two things. First, there was character. Second, there were still too many familiar flaws.
Andoni Iraola's first competitive game as Liverpool head coach did not provide a clean statement of intent. Newcastle found ***** e too easily, moved through midfield too cleanly and exposed a defensive shape that still looks like a work in progress. That will concern supporters more than the result itself, because structural problems tend to linger if they are not fixed quickly.
One player, however, emerged with genuine credit. Ronald Araujo's debut off the bench gave Liverpool some badly needed authority at the back. As Pat Nevin on BBC Radio put it: "There wasn't a great deal in it but you can see the weaknesses that Liverpool had last season have not gone away. The defence doesn't look quite there." He then added: "I would say Ronald Araujo came on and looked quite impressive. very, very powerful and very, very strong. He might be a massive part of the answer."
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That ***** sment is fair. Araujo did not arrive and transform the contest, but he did something almost as useful, he looked reliable immediately. For a defender making his first official Liverpool appearance, that matters. There was no fuss, no rashness, no obvious panic. He competed physically, handled duels well and looked comfortable with the intensity.
#quite
Andoni Iraola's first competitive game as Liverpool head coach did not provide a clean statement of intent. Newcastle found ***** e too easily, moved through midfield too cleanly and exposed a defensive shape that still looks like a work in progress. That will concern supporters more than the result itself, because structural problems tend to linger if they are not fixed quickly.
One player, however, emerged with genuine credit. Ronald Araujo's debut off the bench gave Liverpool some badly needed authority at the back. As Pat Nevin on BBC Radio put it: "There wasn't a great deal in it but you can see the weaknesses that Liverpool had last season have not gone away. The defence doesn't look quite there." He then added: "I would say Ronald Araujo came on and looked quite impressive. very, very powerful and very, very strong. He might be a massive part of the answer."
Photo: liverpoolfc.com
That ***** sment is fair. Araujo did not arrive and transform the contest, but he did something almost as useful, he looked reliable immediately. For a defender making his first official Liverpool appearance, that matters. There was no fuss, no rashness, no obvious panic. He competed physically, handled duels well and looked comfortable with the intensity.
#quite
29 days ago
Liverpool need a new midfielder. Badly. The perfect signing is a former Barcelona graduate who could fix everything.
Liverpool drew 2-2 with Newcastle United on Sunday in what was a very, very poor performance. In fact, it was the same performance we saw across last season - struggling for any control before a late goal changed the way the points were going.
This time, Liverpool got that goal thanks to a late Dominik Szoboszlai penalty. But it merely papers over the cracks.
The Reds were far, far too open and Newcastle twice took advantage of a weak midfield to get a free run at Liverpool's defence. Both goals came that way for the home side.
And this was the case last season, too. Liverpool's defensive numbers in midfield were horrendous last season - they've essentially built a midfield out of attacking midfielders, with none of them able to stop attacks.
#Liverpool #goal #Barcelona
Liverpool drew 2-2 with Newcastle United on Sunday in what was a very, very poor performance. In fact, it was the same performance we saw across last season - struggling for any control before a late goal changed the way the points were going.
This time, Liverpool got that goal thanks to a late Dominik Szoboszlai penalty. But it merely papers over the cracks.
The Reds were far, far too open and Newcastle twice took advantage of a weak midfield to get a free run at Liverpool's defence. Both goals came that way for the home side.
And this was the case last season, too. Liverpool's defensive numbers in midfield were horrendous last season - they've essentially built a midfield out of attacking midfielders, with none of them able to stop attacks.
#Liverpool #goal #Barcelona
29 days ago
Steve Nicol took umbrage with one post-match comment on the stoppage-time penalty decision in Liverpool's 2-2 draw against Newcastle on Sunday.
The Reds were awarded a spot kick deep into added time when Lewis Hall clashed into Victor Munoz inside the box, and Dominik Szoboszlai duly converted to ensure a share of the spoils at St James' Park.
Gary Neville said on co-commentary for Sky Sports that it was the right decision, insisting that the Magpies left-back fouled the Spanish winger and didn't get any of the ball, but the home side's head coach Matthias Jaissle argued that the awarding of the penalty was 'really soft'.
That comment from the 38-year-old annoyed Nicol, who retorted that there's no grey area when it comes to such penalty decisions.
The ex-Liverpool defender said on ESPN FC: "What does that mean? It's either a foul or it's not a foul. If it's a foul, it's a penalty and it's not soft. You can't have this 'soft' nonsense. If you're gonna come out with that…I'm sorry, I don't get it.
#soft #foul #nicol #sunday
The Reds were awarded a spot kick deep into added time when Lewis Hall clashed into Victor Munoz inside the box, and Dominik Szoboszlai duly converted to ensure a share of the spoils at St James' Park.
Gary Neville said on co-commentary for Sky Sports that it was the right decision, insisting that the Magpies left-back fouled the Spanish winger and didn't get any of the ball, but the home side's head coach Matthias Jaissle argued that the awarding of the penalty was 'really soft'.
That comment from the 38-year-old annoyed Nicol, who retorted that there's no grey area when it comes to such penalty decisions.
The ex-Liverpool defender said on ESPN FC: "What does that mean? It's either a foul or it's not a foul. If it's a foul, it's a penalty and it's not soft. You can't have this 'soft' nonsense. If you're gonna come out with that…I'm sorry, I don't get it.
#soft #foul #nicol #sunday
29 days ago
Liverpool left St James' Park with a point, and a fresh question. Who is the club's first-choice penalty taker now?
The late spot-kick was the defining moment of a tense afternoon against Newcastle. For most of the game, the home crowd had focused on Alexander Isak, booing him relentlessly. That made the final seconds particularly intriguing. If Liverpool were going to get one chance to save the match, many expected the £125m striker might take it.
He did not.
Instead, Dominik Szoboszlai stepped forward and smashed the penalty past Lukas Hornicek. Clean strike, no drama, no argument once the ball hit the net. Liverpool had their draw, and Newcastle had escaped the scenario they had feared all afternoon.
This is where the discussion starts. Mohamed Salah had been Liverpool's regular penalty taker until his summer exit, and that role is now open. Isak has the profile and status to claim it. Szoboszlai has the technique and, after this, the evidence.
#Liverpool #newcastle #szoboszlai #taker
The late spot-kick was the defining moment of a tense afternoon against Newcastle. For most of the game, the home crowd had focused on Alexander Isak, booing him relentlessly. That made the final seconds particularly intriguing. If Liverpool were going to get one chance to save the match, many expected the £125m striker might take it.
He did not.
Instead, Dominik Szoboszlai stepped forward and smashed the penalty past Lukas Hornicek. Clean strike, no drama, no argument once the ball hit the net. Liverpool had their draw, and Newcastle had escaped the scenario they had feared all afternoon.
This is where the discussion starts. Mohamed Salah had been Liverpool's regular penalty taker until his summer exit, and that role is now open. Isak has the profile and status to claim it. Szoboszlai has the technique and, after this, the evidence.
#Liverpool #newcastle #szoboszlai #taker
1 month ago
There's real uncertainty over Liverpool's next move as it's confirmed that they're not in talks with a World Cup star.
Liverpool have not planned their midfield correctly, I think that's fair to say. There's massive uncertainty over what it'll look like going forward, made worse by the fact it's not particularly balanced.
They have, of course, locked down Ryan Gravenberch and Dominik Szoboszlai to long-term deals. The pair of them will play the foreseeable future at Anfield. Trey Nyoni looks like a long-term fixture, too, even if he'll need a better contract before confirming that.
Curtis Jones, though? Who knows what's happening there. His deal expires in under a year and there's next to no impression that he'll be signing a new one. We fully expect him to depart either in the coming weeks or in 2027.
And then there's Alexis Mac Allister. Talk around Mac Allister's contract has been conspicuously absent in light of the other 2023 arrivals getting deals. It's created a lot of speculation that he could be on his way, either now or in 2027.
#uncertainty #next #term
Liverpool have not planned their midfield correctly, I think that's fair to say. There's massive uncertainty over what it'll look like going forward, made worse by the fact it's not particularly balanced.
They have, of course, locked down Ryan Gravenberch and Dominik Szoboszlai to long-term deals. The pair of them will play the foreseeable future at Anfield. Trey Nyoni looks like a long-term fixture, too, even if he'll need a better contract before confirming that.
Curtis Jones, though? Who knows what's happening there. His deal expires in under a year and there's next to no impression that he'll be signing a new one. We fully expect him to depart either in the coming weeks or in 2027.
And then there's Alexis Mac Allister. Talk around Mac Allister's contract has been conspicuously absent in light of the other 2023 arrivals getting deals. It's created a lot of speculation that he could be on his way, either now or in 2027.
#uncertainty #next #term
1 month ago
Andoni Iraola and his training staff were all present on the touchline which was wonderful to see knowing that the main event at Anfield was soon approaching. There were even a handful of senior players watching from the balcony and I'll note that only Milos Kerkez and Dominik Szoboszlai stayed until the end.
I'm going to start by mentioning new signing Victor Munoz, this kid has pace to burn and is almost brutally direct. There are no Rio Ngumoha step overs but raw power and determination as well some nice switches of direction to throw the shadowing defenders off balance. Munoz also showed his ability with both feet in delivering good crosses and was Liverpool's best attacking outlet.
The other starting winger was Harvey Elliott, a term that should be loosely used in describing his wide play because despite Iraola's vocal instructions for Elliott to stay out wide he ignored him and continued to drift infield seeking the ball. This caused center forward Chiesa to have to go out wide on the right and leaving us with no focal point of attack. I really feel for Elliott after the way his past two seasons have gone but he needed to shake that all off yet it seems he is either vastly shot of confidence or he is trying too hard to be involved to the point he lacks discipline and broke the structure Iraola wanted.
The only other player I really feel is worth mentioning is Trey Nyoni who played the full 70 minutes and was vocally commanding at times during the second half as well positionally disciplined with good breaking up of play and forward passing. Very impressive for a young player who seems to have decided this is going to be his season to prove his worth and has given everything.
Beyond these observations Alexis Mac Allister played around sixty minutes and Wataru Endo played the full match as a center back with none of the senior center backs involved so we should see both new signings Jeremy Jacquet and Ronald Araujo get some playing time in the real friendly later.
#iraola #senior
I'm going to start by mentioning new signing Victor Munoz, this kid has pace to burn and is almost brutally direct. There are no Rio Ngumoha step overs but raw power and determination as well some nice switches of direction to throw the shadowing defenders off balance. Munoz also showed his ability with both feet in delivering good crosses and was Liverpool's best attacking outlet.
The other starting winger was Harvey Elliott, a term that should be loosely used in describing his wide play because despite Iraola's vocal instructions for Elliott to stay out wide he ignored him and continued to drift infield seeking the ball. This caused center forward Chiesa to have to go out wide on the right and leaving us with no focal point of attack. I really feel for Elliott after the way his past two seasons have gone but he needed to shake that all off yet it seems he is either vastly shot of confidence or he is trying too hard to be involved to the point he lacks discipline and broke the structure Iraola wanted.
The only other player I really feel is worth mentioning is Trey Nyoni who played the full 70 minutes and was vocally commanding at times during the second half as well positionally disciplined with good breaking up of play and forward passing. Very impressive for a young player who seems to have decided this is going to be his season to prove his worth and has given everything.
Beyond these observations Alexis Mac Allister played around sixty minutes and Wataru Endo played the full match as a center back with none of the senior center backs involved so we should see both new signings Jeremy Jacquet and Ronald Araujo get some playing time in the real friendly later.
#iraola #senior
1 month ago
Curtis Jones was a standout omission from the Liverpool squad which faced Monaco in a friendly at Anfield on Sunday afternoon.
Andoni Iraola handed game-time to 22 players as, for the second weekend in a row, the Reds let a 2-0 lead slip to end up tasting defeat, having been beaten 4-2 from a similar position against Leeds seven days ago.
The 25-year-old – who was involved in a seemingly tetchy exchange with Dominik Szoboszlai over the captaincy during the pre-season win over Wrexham in late July – has been the subject of rumoured transfer interest from Inter Milan, and his absence from the team sheet today was notable.
Just over an hour prior to kick-off on Sunday, Fabrizio Romano took to X with an explanation as to why Jones didn't feature for Liverpool this afternoon.
The Italian posted: 'Curtis Jones, out of Liverpool squad today as he's not even on the bench. #LFC informs it's precaution for the midfielder still wanted by Inter (priority target) and more clubs this summer.'
#curtis #monaco #anfield
Andoni Iraola handed game-time to 22 players as, for the second weekend in a row, the Reds let a 2-0 lead slip to end up tasting defeat, having been beaten 4-2 from a similar position against Leeds seven days ago.
The 25-year-old – who was involved in a seemingly tetchy exchange with Dominik Szoboszlai over the captaincy during the pre-season win over Wrexham in late July – has been the subject of rumoured transfer interest from Inter Milan, and his absence from the team sheet today was notable.
Just over an hour prior to kick-off on Sunday, Fabrizio Romano took to X with an explanation as to why Jones didn't feature for Liverpool this afternoon.
The Italian posted: 'Curtis Jones, out of Liverpool squad today as he's not even on the bench. #LFC informs it's precaution for the midfielder still wanted by Inter (priority target) and more clubs this summer.'
#curtis #monaco #anfield
2 months ago
The Liverpool players return to training from Wednesday before taking on Monaco in a friendly at Anfield on Sunday (14:30 BST).
Dominik Szoboszlai was full of praise for 19-year-old Trey Nyoni, who has been one of the standouts of pre-season so far. The midfielder only managed 229 minutes under former boss Arne Slot last season but has put himself in line to play a more prominent role under Iraola.
"I always knew that he's a good player. In training, he showed his quality many times," said Szoboszlai. "Also when he had the chance to play in some cup games or even in the Premier League. He's a very good player. The squad is short, so we need everybody."
And Szoboszlai agreed it is a clean slate for everyone in the squad before Liverpool begin their Premier League season at Newcastle United on 23 August.
"It's a new manager. Everyone is motivated. I think I see in everybody's eyes that he wants to play - and if you want to play, you have to give your best," he said.
#training
Dominik Szoboszlai was full of praise for 19-year-old Trey Nyoni, who has been one of the standouts of pre-season so far. The midfielder only managed 229 minutes under former boss Arne Slot last season but has put himself in line to play a more prominent role under Iraola.
"I always knew that he's a good player. In training, he showed his quality many times," said Szoboszlai. "Also when he had the chance to play in some cup games or even in the Premier League. He's a very good player. The squad is short, so we need everybody."
And Szoboszlai agreed it is a clean slate for everyone in the squad before Liverpool begin their Premier League season at Newcastle United on 23 August.
"It's a new manager. Everyone is motivated. I think I see in everybody's eyes that he wants to play - and if you want to play, you have to give your best," he said.
#training
2 months ago
Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai says he has "cleared" the situation with team-mates Curtis Jones and Kostas Tsimikas after a video emerged last week showing the trio seemingly arguing over the captain's armband.
The incident came after the 1-0 pre-season win against Wrexham at Yankee Stadium in New York.
Following the full-time whistle Jones, Szoboszlai and later Tsimikas argued with each other as the team walked across the pitch to applaud supporters.
During the match Szoboszlai gave the captain's armband to Tsimikas rather than Jones when he was subbed off, and during the argument the Greece left-back was filmed throwing it to the floor.
In the 4-2 defeat by Leeds on Sunday, Szoboszlai gave the armband to Jones.
#szoboszlai #armband #Liverpool #curtis
The incident came after the 1-0 pre-season win against Wrexham at Yankee Stadium in New York.
Following the full-time whistle Jones, Szoboszlai and later Tsimikas argued with each other as the team walked across the pitch to applaud supporters.
During the match Szoboszlai gave the captain's armband to Tsimikas rather than Jones when he was subbed off, and during the argument the Greece left-back was filmed throwing it to the floor.
In the 4-2 defeat by Leeds on Sunday, Szoboszlai gave the armband to Jones.
#szoboszlai #armband #Liverpool #curtis
2 months ago
Pre-season can be a strange old business. One minute you are talking about shape, sharpness and minutes in the legs, the next you are dealing with frayed tempers and a squad that suddenly looks thinner than anyone would like. That is where Liverpool find themselves heading into their meeting with Leeds United at Soldier Field in Chicago.
There is a serious look to this summer for Liverpool. Mohamed Salah, Andy Robertson and Ibrahima Konate have all moved on after their contracts expired, with Robertson joining Tottenham and Konate heading to Real Madrid. Salah is still without a new club. Those are not minor departures, they are the sort that strip experience, authority and quality from a dressing room in one hit.
Andoni Iraola has only just walked through the door, and already he has plenty to weigh up. Liverpool edged past Wrexham 1-0 in New York, a result that mattered less than the signs around it. The win offered some encouragement, but the disagreement involving Curtis Jones and Dominik Szoboszlai at full time brought another layer of intrigue. In pre-season, these things can flare up quickly. What matters is how swiftly they are put to bed.
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That is the task now. Iraola will want a cleaner night in Chicago, one with more rhythm and less noise around the edges. Friendly or not, a manager learns plenty from these matches, especially when a squad is in transition.
#Liverpool #robertson #heading
There is a serious look to this summer for Liverpool. Mohamed Salah, Andy Robertson and Ibrahima Konate have all moved on after their contracts expired, with Robertson joining Tottenham and Konate heading to Real Madrid. Salah is still without a new club. Those are not minor departures, they are the sort that strip experience, authority and quality from a dressing room in one hit.
Andoni Iraola has only just walked through the door, and already he has plenty to weigh up. Liverpool edged past Wrexham 1-0 in New York, a result that mattered less than the signs around it. The win offered some encouragement, but the disagreement involving Curtis Jones and Dominik Szoboszlai at full time brought another layer of intrigue. In pre-season, these things can flare up quickly. What matters is how swiftly they are put to bed.
Photo: IMAGO
That is the task now. Iraola will want a cleaner night in Chicago, one with more rhythm and less noise around the edges. Friendly or not, a manager learns plenty from these matches, especially when a squad is in transition.
#Liverpool #robertson #heading
2 months ago
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Liverpool and Leeds meet at Soldier Field in Chicago in a rematch of last season's entertaining two Premier League matches. A wild 3-3 draw in December was settled only by a Leeds stoppage-time equalizer from Ao Tanaka and a tighter 0-0 stalemate the following January.
The clash also marks an early test for Andoni Iraola's first year in charge of Liverpool, who bring a squad blending experience and youth on their U.S. tour, headlined by Dominik Szoboszlai, Federico Chiesa and Cody Gakpo.
Leeds, now in Daniel Farke's fourth season at the helm, counter with a mix of Premier League veterans and fresh faces, led by Dominic Calvert-Lewin up front and Ethan Ampadu marshaling the midfield. Wilfried Gnonto and Daniel James add pace to Farke's attack.
With both sides still shaping their squads before the new campaign, Chicago offers a chance to build momentum ahead of the season opener later in August.
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Liverpool and Leeds meet at Soldier Field in Chicago in a rematch of last season's entertaining two Premier League matches. A wild 3-3 draw in December was settled only by a Leeds stoppage-time equalizer from Ao Tanaka and a tighter 0-0 stalemate the following January.
The clash also marks an early test for Andoni Iraola's first year in charge of Liverpool, who bring a squad blending experience and youth on their U.S. tour, headlined by Dominik Szoboszlai, Federico Chiesa and Cody Gakpo.
Leeds, now in Daniel Farke's fourth season at the helm, counter with a mix of Premier League veterans and fresh faces, led by Dominic Calvert-Lewin up front and Ethan Ampadu marshaling the midfield. Wilfried Gnonto and Daniel James add pace to Farke's attack.
With both sides still shaping their squads before the new campaign, Chicago offers a chance to build momentum ahead of the season opener later in August.
#league #daniel #preferred
2 months ago
Liverpool and Leeds square off in Chicago on Sunday in a really fun preseason friendly.
Andoni Iraola's Liverpool have plenty of players still on their World Cup breaks but his high intensity style of play is already clear from their preseason displays so far. Plenty of experienced players have left Liverpool this summer and there is a really fresh feel about their squad with Iraola replacing Arne Slot and ushering in a totally new style of play.
Daniel Farke did a fine job last season to keep newly-promoted Leeds comfortably in the Premier League. Their squad is evolving nicely and many will tip them for a top 10 finish this season.
Kick off time: 4pm ET, Sunday August 2
Venue: Soldier Field — Chicago, Illinois
TV Channel/Streaming: All Red TV, LUFC
The likes of Domink Szoboszlai and Milos Kerkez have played big roles in preseason, while Joe Gomez going down with an injury has shown how short of center backs Liverpool are ahead of the new season. Iraola's side beat Sunderland 4-2 and Wrexham 1-0 in the last week and teenager Rio Ngumoha has been excellent. Ryan Gravenberch, Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz are all expected to be in action for the first time this summer after their World Cup exploits.
#Liverpool #leeds #Chicago #players
Andoni Iraola's Liverpool have plenty of players still on their World Cup breaks but his high intensity style of play is already clear from their preseason displays so far. Plenty of experienced players have left Liverpool this summer and there is a really fresh feel about their squad with Iraola replacing Arne Slot and ushering in a totally new style of play.
Daniel Farke did a fine job last season to keep newly-promoted Leeds comfortably in the Premier League. Their squad is evolving nicely and many will tip them for a top 10 finish this season.
Kick off time: 4pm ET, Sunday August 2
Venue: Soldier Field — Chicago, Illinois
TV Channel/Streaming: All Red TV, LUFC
The likes of Domink Szoboszlai and Milos Kerkez have played big roles in preseason, while Joe Gomez going down with an injury has shown how short of center backs Liverpool are ahead of the new season. Iraola's side beat Sunderland 4-2 and Wrexham 1-0 in the last week and teenager Rio Ngumoha has been excellent. Ryan Gravenberch, Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz are all expected to be in action for the first time this summer after their World Cup exploits.
#Liverpool #leeds #Chicago #players
2 months ago
Curtis Jones, Dominik Szoboszlai and Kostas Tsimikas appear to have mended bridges, judging by the latest round of pre-season training footage.
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The Scouse midfielder looked visibly upset following Liverpool's 1-0 win over Wrexham at Yankee Stadium.
The trio were spotted engaging in a game of keepy-ups during preparation for the Reds' friendly clash with Leeds United on Sunday.
In footage shared on X (formerly Twitter) by the Daily Mail's Lewis Steele, any traces of frustration on Jones' part appear to have long since dissipated.
#curtis #dominik
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The Scouse midfielder looked visibly upset following Liverpool's 1-0 win over Wrexham at Yankee Stadium.
The trio were spotted engaging in a game of keepy-ups during preparation for the Reds' friendly clash with Leeds United on Sunday.
In footage shared on X (formerly Twitter) by the Daily Mail's Lewis Steele, any traces of frustration on Jones' part appear to have long since dissipated.
#curtis #dominik
2 months ago
Liverpool have won two pre-season games, 1-0 against Wrexham and 4-2 against Sunderland, but the more important development may be cultural rather than cosmetic. Dominik Szoboszlai has said plainly what many around Anfield wanted to hear, that intensity is back under Andoni Iraola.
The Hungarian midfielder did not dress it up. Speaking during Liverpool's tour of the United States, he said: "He is very good. The intensity we need is here now, what we have been missing is back. From the coach side and the players, now we have to put this together."
That is a significant line. It tells you what Iraola has prioritised from day one, and it also tells you what the squad felt had slipped. Liverpool have had enough neat possession, enough sterile control and enough softness over the past year. The issue was never effort in the abstract. It was tempo, aggression, second **** , pressure and the ability to make opponents uncomfortable.
Iraola has been appointed to fix a side that drifted badly in 2025/26. The **** le-winning success of 2024/25 under Arne Slot stands on its own, but football does not hand out credit for sentiment. Last season was poor, the drop-off was obvious and Liverpool needed a reset. Iraola's first task was always going to be restoring the physical and mental edge that defined this club at its best.
So far, the messaging is direct and the signs are positive. Pre-season scorelines matter less than habits, and the habits being discussed are the right ones. Szoboszlai's comments matter because he is one of the players most affected by rhythm and intensity. If Liverpool press well, break quickly and play vertically, he becomes a far more influential figure.
#Liverpool #intensity #players #matter
The Hungarian midfielder did not dress it up. Speaking during Liverpool's tour of the United States, he said: "He is very good. The intensity we need is here now, what we have been missing is back. From the coach side and the players, now we have to put this together."
That is a significant line. It tells you what Iraola has prioritised from day one, and it also tells you what the squad felt had slipped. Liverpool have had enough neat possession, enough sterile control and enough softness over the past year. The issue was never effort in the abstract. It was tempo, aggression, second **** , pressure and the ability to make opponents uncomfortable.
Iraola has been appointed to fix a side that drifted badly in 2025/26. The **** le-winning success of 2024/25 under Arne Slot stands on its own, but football does not hand out credit for sentiment. Last season was poor, the drop-off was obvious and Liverpool needed a reset. Iraola's first task was always going to be restoring the physical and mental edge that defined this club at its best.
So far, the messaging is direct and the signs are positive. Pre-season scorelines matter less than habits, and the habits being discussed are the right ones. Szoboszlai's comments matter because he is one of the players most affected by rhythm and intensity. If Liverpool press well, break quickly and play vertically, he becomes a far more influential figure.
#Liverpool #intensity #players #matter
2 months ago
Dominik Szoboszlai and Curtis Jones were seemingly involved in an on-pitch argument on Thursday, potentially relating to Liverpool's captain's armband.
During Liverpool's 1-0 win over Wrexham in a pre-season friendly, which played out at Yankee Stadium in New York, Szoboszlai was replaced after providing the **** ist for Rio Ngumoha's goal.
Szoboszlai removed the captain's armband as he exited the pitch, handing it to Kostas Tsimikas, who had come on at half time, and the pair were involved in a heated conversation with Jones after the final whistle.
Dominik Szoboszlai (second-right) and Curtis Jones (right) pictured in April (Getty)
While it is unclear what exactly caused the confrontation, many fans have speculated that Jones was frustrated at Szoboszlai's decision to make Tsimikas captain, based on the young Scouser's gestures.
#involved #pitch #right
During Liverpool's 1-0 win over Wrexham in a pre-season friendly, which played out at Yankee Stadium in New York, Szoboszlai was replaced after providing the **** ist for Rio Ngumoha's goal.
Szoboszlai removed the captain's armband as he exited the pitch, handing it to Kostas Tsimikas, who had come on at half time, and the pair were involved in a heated conversation with Jones after the final whistle.
Dominik Szoboszlai (second-right) and Curtis Jones (right) pictured in April (Getty)
While it is unclear what exactly caused the confrontation, many fans have speculated that Jones was frustrated at Szoboszlai's decision to make Tsimikas captain, based on the young Scouser's gestures.
#involved #pitch #right
2 months ago
One prominent Liverpool reporter has dismissed the prospect of Stefan Bajcetic being considered as a makeshift right-back for the Reds in the upcoming campaign.
The Spanish midfielder made his long-awaited comeback to team training this week, having not played for the club since May 2024 and not made it onto the pitch at all last season due to persistent injury troubles.
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Arne Slot frequently played midfielders at right-back in 2025/26 whenever Conor Bradley and/or Jeremie Frimpong were ruled out injured, with Dominik Szoboszlai, Curtis Jones and Wataru Endo all deployed in that unfamiliar role.
However, in response to a reader's question for the Liverpool Echo as to whether Andoni Iraola might do the same with Bajcetic, Ian Doyle opined that such a scenario would be highly unlikely and that the 21-year-old could plausibly depart on loan again.
#Liverpool #back #spanish
The Spanish midfielder made his long-awaited comeback to team training this week, having not played for the club since May 2024 and not made it onto the pitch at all last season due to persistent injury troubles.
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Arne Slot frequently played midfielders at right-back in 2025/26 whenever Conor Bradley and/or Jeremie Frimpong were ruled out injured, with Dominik Szoboszlai, Curtis Jones and Wataru Endo all deployed in that unfamiliar role.
However, in response to a reader's question for the Liverpool Echo as to whether Andoni Iraola might do the same with Bajcetic, Ian Doyle opined that such a scenario would be highly unlikely and that the 21-year-old could plausibly depart on loan again.
#Liverpool #back #spanish
2 months ago
It seems a long time ago now, but go back to the day that Liverpool sealed the Premier League ***** le under Arne Slot in 2025 and there is a lovely clip of Alexis Mac Allister.
As the final whistle goes and the players run on to the pitch to celebrate, Mac Allister sits alone on the bench and starts to cry. He was undeniably a force that season and integral to Liverpool's ***** le-winning campaign.
But a year on, after a disappointing campaign that wasn't helped by injury problems at the outset, Mac Allister would be the first to admit that the 2025-26 season fell below the standards he had set previously.
The Argentina international is still on the five-year deal he signed when he arrived at Liverpool in the summer of 2023, so he still has two seasons left on his contract, but it is worth noting that currently there are no talks over a new deal and he is not in active talks with another club.
When you consider that Dominik Szoboszlai - whose contract also ends in 2028 - is in talks over a new deal, the expectation is that movement on that front for Mac Allister would be expected over the course of the next season.
As the final whistle goes and the players run on to the pitch to celebrate, Mac Allister sits alone on the bench and starts to cry. He was undeniably a force that season and integral to Liverpool's ***** le-winning campaign.
But a year on, after a disappointing campaign that wasn't helped by injury problems at the outset, Mac Allister would be the first to admit that the 2025-26 season fell below the standards he had set previously.
The Argentina international is still on the five-year deal he signed when he arrived at Liverpool in the summer of 2023, so he still has two seasons left on his contract, but it is worth noting that currently there are no talks over a new deal and he is not in active talks with another club.
When you consider that Dominik Szoboszlai - whose contract also ends in 2028 - is in talks over a new deal, the expectation is that movement on that front for Mac Allister would be expected over the course of the next season.
2 months ago
Dominik Szoboszlai has confidently declared his belief that Liverpool can put a miserable 2025/26 season firmly behind them in the upcoming campaign.
The Hungarian – who reportedly remains in talks over a potential new contract – was one of the few Reds players to embellish his reputation over the past year, with the champions of 12 months ago enduring a miserable Premier League **** le defence and just about managing to salvage fifth place.
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That massive decline cost Arne Slot his job as head coach, with Andoni Iraola quickly installed as his replacement, but the 25-year-old is convinced that the Spaniard will oversee a rapid improvement in 2026/27.
In an interview with L'Equipe, Szoboszlai made a bullish declaration about how high Liverpool can aspire to finish in the upcoming campaign under their new boss, whilst also voicing his own determination to once again experience the joy of becoming a Premier League winner.
The Hungarian – who reportedly remains in talks over a potential new contract – was one of the few Reds players to embellish his reputation over the past year, with the champions of 12 months ago enduring a miserable Premier League **** le defence and just about managing to salvage fifth place.
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That massive decline cost Arne Slot his job as head coach, with Andoni Iraola quickly installed as his replacement, but the 25-year-old is convinced that the Spaniard will oversee a rapid improvement in 2026/27.
In an interview with L'Equipe, Szoboszlai made a bullish declaration about how high Liverpool can aspire to finish in the upcoming campaign under their new boss, whilst also voicing his own determination to once again experience the joy of becoming a Premier League winner.
3 months ago
Liverpool have sent a firm message to several European heavyweights who are reportedly considering a summer swoop for one of their key players.
One of the few positives from the 2025/26 season for the Reds was the performances of Dominik Szoboszlai, who was consistently reliable throughout the campaign even despite being redeployed as an emergency right-back on several occasions.
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Jamie Carragher described the Hungarian’s displays in recent months as ‘fantastic‘, and with just two years remaining on his contract, some of Europe’s biggest clubs are seemingly beginning to sense an opportunity to raid the Merseysiders for him.
According to a report from TEAMtalk, the Liverpool midfielder has attracted the attention of Real Madrid, Barcelona, Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain, but in an ’emphatic’ message to that quartet, Anfield chiefs are adamant that they won’t entertain any offers for the 25-year-old.
One of the few positives from the 2025/26 season for the Reds was the performances of Dominik Szoboszlai, who was consistently reliable throughout the campaign even despite being redeployed as an emergency right-back on several occasions.
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Jamie Carragher described the Hungarian’s displays in recent months as ‘fantastic‘, and with just two years remaining on his contract, some of Europe’s biggest clubs are seemingly beginning to sense an opportunity to raid the Merseysiders for him.
According to a report from TEAMtalk, the Liverpool midfielder has attracted the attention of Real Madrid, Barcelona, Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain, but in an ’emphatic’ message to that quartet, Anfield chiefs are adamant that they won’t entertain any offers for the 25-year-old.
3 months ago
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It has been a busy start to the offseason for Liverpool, as the Merseyside club has seen somewhat of a mass exodus from Anfield, with the likes of Mo Salah, Andy Robertson, Ibrahima Konate, and Arne Slot making their way out. There are more exits on the cards for the Reds, as the likes of Curtis Jones, Federico Chiesa, and, most recently, Dominik Szoboszlai have all been linked with interest from other clubs, with the Hungarian catching the eyes of Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, and Paris Saint-Germain.
But according to a recent report, it appears that the Reds have no plans to let the Hungarian midfielder go in the transfer window, and would rather see him as a core part of the team's plans going forward, as well as their transfer target, Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton.
According to TEAMtalk's Graeme Bailey, Liverpool view Wharton as their premier target, while they also have their eyes on Bournemouth's Alex Scott as they look to bolster their midfield department.
"Liverpool have made it clear that Dominik Szoboszlai is going nowhere this summer as they accelerate plans to reshape their midfield around him and top target Adam Wharton, with the Reds now ‘intensifying’ their interest in the Crystal Palace star..." states Bailey. "The Reds are pressing ahead with plans to strengthen the centre of the park under Andoni Iraola and sources have confirmed that Crystal Palace midfielder Wharton and Bournemouth star Alex Scott remain among the club’s most desired targets."
It has been a busy start to the offseason for Liverpool, as the Merseyside club has seen somewhat of a mass exodus from Anfield, with the likes of Mo Salah, Andy Robertson, Ibrahima Konate, and Arne Slot making their way out. There are more exits on the cards for the Reds, as the likes of Curtis Jones, Federico Chiesa, and, most recently, Dominik Szoboszlai have all been linked with interest from other clubs, with the Hungarian catching the eyes of Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, and Paris Saint-Germain.
But according to a recent report, it appears that the Reds have no plans to let the Hungarian midfielder go in the transfer window, and would rather see him as a core part of the team's plans going forward, as well as their transfer target, Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton.
According to TEAMtalk's Graeme Bailey, Liverpool view Wharton as their premier target, while they also have their eyes on Bournemouth's Alex Scott as they look to bolster their midfield department.
"Liverpool have made it clear that Dominik Szoboszlai is going nowhere this summer as they accelerate plans to reshape their midfield around him and top target Adam Wharton, with the Reds now ‘intensifying’ their interest in the Crystal Palace star..." states Bailey. "The Reds are pressing ahead with plans to strengthen the centre of the park under Andoni Iraola and sources have confirmed that Crystal Palace midfielder Wharton and Bournemouth star Alex Scott remain among the club’s most desired targets."
