It must be pretty great behind a Liverpool fan right now.
They are the current European champions, after two finals in a row in the tournament. Not only that, they top the Premier League by eight points from Leicester City and Chelsea, whilst Manchester City, the current holders, are a further point back and currently sit in fourth place.
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As such, a place at Anfield to watch the Reds in action is amongst the hottest tickets in town. The Merseyside outfit are currently planning an extension to the current stadium, and are even said to be consulting both fans and local residents to get their thoughts on the future renovation.
However, it seems they may want to look at sorting out the club’s ticketing system, which is the cause of much debate amongst the team’s supporters.
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Several members have been complaining about the difficulties to get their hands on tickets, and they have taken to Twitter to do so. You can see some of the best comments from the social media platform below.
The snap shows the Spaniard celebrating after putting Napoli 2-0 up against Jurgen Klopp’s side on Tuesday night.
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It may not be much, but for some Tottenham supporters, this will act as a bit of justice for the Champions League final back in May, especially after he specifically said pre-match that he was seeking “revenge” for the heartbreak in Madrid.
Llorente was one of the most important players in Spurs’ Champions League run. After Harry Kane picked up an injury against Man City he became their first-choice striker, and in the second-leg of that tie he netted the decisive goal.
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His Champions League goalscoring antics have continued after moving to Napoli, and although Spurs fans won’t care too much about his career in Serie A, this one will definitely give them a bit of satisfaction.
As per a report from the Daily Mail highlighting what areas Everton were hoping to improve in the market this summer, the position of striker was included.
The Toffees have been linked with the likes of Aleksandar Mitrovic, Adolfo Gaich and Moise Kean so far as they look to add a third striker to their ranks to compete with Cenk Tosun and Dominic Calvert-Lewin, although Sporting Director Marcel Brands may not need to look very far from home for his man.
A report from the Liverpool Echo offers an exclusive interview with Blackburn senior youth scout David Kershaw, who gives the lowdown on the process that saw 46-goal forward Ellis Simms end up in the Toffees’ academy.
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The story tells of how a six-year-old Simms clung to his father in tears as he was too scared to go and train with the other kids, but eventually got out on to the pitch and impressed Kershaw.
“He’s decent this lad”, is what Kershaw first thought of Simms, and the youngster has gone from strength to strength ever since.
Kershaw added that: “I heard people saying this is one of the best we’ve ever had in our academy.” Simms even had the likes of Barcelona asking who he was after an international tournament.
After ending up at Manchester City before being released, Simms has gone from strength to strength at Goodison Park and hit a staggering 46 goals for the Under-18 side last term – Kershaw ‘hopes’ he will be the next big thing out of Everton’s academy after Wayne Rooney and Ross Barkley.
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In the modern day, age is just a number – it doesn’t matter that Simms is only 18. If you’re good enough, you’re old enough and the teenager is definitely good enough. Kylian Mbappe, arguably one of Europe’s best goalscorers at just 20 years of age, has already hit 100 career goals having been drafted into Champions League football at the same age as Simms; the Everton boy deserves a chance.
The Toffees have already landed Jonas Lossl and are close to signing Andre Gomes, but with Simms doing the business in the academy, Brands should call off his search for a new striker.
It wasn’t the result Luton fans wanted going into the final five games of the season, but the mentality displayed should be enough to convince supporters that this is their year.
Jason Cummings’ equalising goal for 10-man Luton with four minutes to go ensured that the Hatters’ club-record unbeaten run extended to now 28 games, and the performance was a promising one.
Luton should have got more than just a point from the game due to their attacking and possession dominance, but a point was enough to extend their lead at the top of the League One table to eight points with Barnsley losing away to Burton.
A win would have put Luton 10 points ahead of second place and put them two wins away from the League One title, and the squad’s mentality on the weekend of not giving up will take the Hatters’ to promotion.
Heading into the closing stages of the game, it really looked like Mick Harford’s side were going to have their unbeaten run come to an end and have their promotion conformation postponed for another week, but Luton showed heart and desire to play until the final minute, and in doing so kept a historic record intact and salvaged a point against a defensively stubborn Blackpool side.
Two games on the road will be the last thing Luton want after playing an exhausting game against Blackpool, but if the side can keep up the same level of determination as they did on the weekend for their games against Charlton and Accrington Stanley, Harford and co could be celebrating promotion to the Championship sooner rather than later.
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Huddersfield Town announced the departure by mutual consent of manager David Wagner on Monday, and Middlesbrough fans were quick to react to the news on Twitter.
The 47-year-old was often lauded for the job he did with the Terriers having taken them to the Premier League despite ending the season with a goal difference of minus two.
He then kept them there despite not having the biggest of budgets, but after taking only one point from the last 27 available and being knocked out of the FA Cup by Bristol City, the German and the Yorkshire outfit have now gone their separate ways.
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Meanwhile, Boro are well in the Championship promotion picture under Tony Pulis, but the 60-year-old’s negative style of play at the Riverside Stadium has often been questioned even if it continues to yield positive results, and it is no surprise that the attention of many frustrated fans has been caught by Wagner’s departure.
Middlesbrough supporters took to social media to give their thoughts on the former Town manager but the following were in agreement that they didn’t want him with one saying “he scores fewer goals and concedes way more than Pulis”, and another simply said “no thanks”.
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Tottenham fans have been discussing their interest in West Brom starlet Oliver Burke, and a whopping 88 per cent of fans want to change lanes completely and target a certain PSG wonderkid instead.
According to reports, both Tottenham and Newcastle are eyeing a move for 21 year-old Burke.
The West Brom youngster has barely played this season, but has all the potential to develop into a superstar under a manager like Mauricio Pochettino.
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However, Spurs fans would much rather sign another youngster who isn’t playing much – PSG’s Timothy Weah.
The 18 year-old United States international has one Ligue 1 goal to his name this season, but is of course limited at PSG due to the remarkable quality in their front three.
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He can play as a winger or a striker, has fantastic balance, agility and speed, and certainly has an eye for goal, scoring twice in all competitions this season despite only playing 143 minutes.
88 per cent of fans want to see Pochettino work his magic on the promising youngster just like he did with Harry Kane and Dele Alli, and you can view the full poll results down below…
Liverpool fans are absolutely crucifying Everton, after a report in the Times claimed the Toffees want to be “the Atletico Madrid of the Premier League” under their new leadership.
Everton fans are excited about the dawn of a new era at Goodison Park, as the Toffees officially unveiled Marco Silva as their new manager on Thursday.
The arrival of the young Portuguese tactician has coincided with the capture of Marcel Brands, who has left PSV to serve as the Toffees’ new director of football.
Brands will have a massive impact for the Toffees, as his transfer record in Holland is impeccable, but Liverpool fans are absolutely destroying their blue neighbours for their lofty ambitions.
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“There are those in the new-look Goodison Park hierarchy who believe Everton should be the Atletico Madrid of the Premier League,” says Paul Joyce from the Times.
Liverpool fans are of course delighted with their current transfer dealings, as sporting director Michael Edwards’ transfer reputation is getting better by the day.
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While one has to appreciate Everton’s desire to upset the normal order in a manner similar to Diego Simeone’s Atletico, Liverpool fans are hilariously mocking the comments.
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AC Milan have made contact with Nottingham Forest over a deal for a £26m Nuno signing who now wants to leave.
Forest on the up under the helm of Dyche
Ange Postecoglou didn’t last long after replacing Nuno earlier this season, but Sean Dyche has really managed to turn things around, with his side now four points clear of the Premier League relegation zone, after defeating Wolverhampton Wanderers last time out.
The Tricky Trees edged out a 1-0 victory against the bottom-placed side, courtesy of an Igor Jesus goal with just under 20 minutes left to play, meaning they finally have some breathing room, and survival is looking increasingly likely.
Dyche praised his side’s mindset in the narrow victory, saying: “They kept going and throwing things at us. I’m pleased with our mentality. You saw the way we dug it out, they threw a lot at us second half and we dealt with it well.”
In fairness, given that Forest qualified for the Europa League last season and spent heavily in the summer, relegation shouldn’t be on the cards, but it would be fair to say some of their recent additions haven’t hit the ground running at the City Ground.
Arnaud Kalimuendo, who arrived from Rennes for £26m, has particularly struggled to make an impact, having failed to score in his opening seven Premier League games, predominantly being utilised as a substitute.
According to a report from Corriere dello Sport (via Sport Witness), the striker could be offered an exit route soon, with it being revealed that AC Milan have made contact with Nottingham Forest CEO Lina Souloukou over a potential deal.
Kalimuendo now wants to leave Forest, amid a lack of game time, featuring for just 81 mintues across his seven Premier League appearances this season, and clubs from Italy are lining up to sign him, with AS Roma also being named as potential suitors.
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In truth, it is probably best for all parties if the centre-forward moves on this summer, given that he clearly hasn’t managed to impress all three of Forest’s managers this season, given the lack of game time in the Premier League.
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The 23-year-old has impressed at times in the Europa League, most recently scoring in the 3-0 victory over Malmo FF, but he was unable to make an impact as a substitute against Brighton in the following match, failing to register a single shot.
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In fairness, it is difficult to have a major impact coming on late in the game, and Kalimuendo may need to be given a Premier League start if he is to prove himself.
However, with Jesus recently scoring his first Premier League goal, and Chris Wood still to return from injury, opportunities are likely to be even more limited going forward, and it may be worth Forest cutting their losses in the January transfer window.
Without a doubt, Liverpool have enjoyed an incredible summer transfer window, with FSG spending like never before to establish Arne Slot’s dynasty.
The Dutch coach replaced Jurgen Klopp and won the Premier League last season, and he did so having welcomed only Federico Chiesa to Anfield for a £12.5m fee. Well, Chiesa only started one league game all season and is expected to depart in the coming weeks.
Federico Chiesa in action for Liverpool
However, the Italian’s not the only one facing the exit doors this summer.
Liverpool's transfer plans
As Liverpool kicked off their pre-season tour with a 4-2 defeat to AC Milan, they could not call upon Luis Diaz or Darwin Nunez, with the respective forwards set to be sold.
While Liverpool have already spent £79m on forward Hugo Ekitike this summer (breaking the British transfer record to reel Florian Wirtz over too), there’s more to come.
We all know that Alexander Isak is on Liverpool’s radar, having informed Newcastle United of his desire to explore a transfer to Anfield. He did not travel with the Toon for their pre-season tour.
However, talkSPORT have now revealed that Liverpool have ‘signalled their willingness’ to pay for the Sweden international, who has rejected the Magpies’ proposals of a new contract. That comes amid rival interest from Al Hilal, albeit with Saudi Arabian officials believing that he ‘wants to join Liverpool’.
If Liverpool want Isak, they will likely have to break the British record once again, forking out some £130m.
Why Liverpool still want Alexander Isak
This would be a truly remarkable transfer. And it’s beginning to look more and more probable.
Isak
Isak, 25, joined Newcastle from Real Sociedad for £63m in 2022, and he’s now renowned as one of the deadliest goalscorers in the world, hailed by Sweden coach Jon Dahl Tomasson for being “the most complete striker” in the Premier League.
While Liverpool’s acquisition of Ekitike might make it feel like this signing would be redundant, this isn’t the case. The respective forwards are both technically sound, but bring different things to the table and could actually become an unstoppable partnership.
Ekitike, 23, is principally a central striker but is known for his pace and power, capable across a range of positional roles. As per FBref, he ranked among the top 10% of positional peers across Europe’s top five leagues last year for assists, the top 6% for shot-creating actions, and the top 4% for progressive carries and successful take-ons per 90.
Utilising these attributes, Ekitike could bring out the best in Isak, allowing him to focus more on his incredible goalscoring. There’s no question that the United man surpasses his prospective teammate in ball-striking.
Alexander Isak’s Record at Newcastle (all comps)
Season
Apps (starts)
Goals
Assists
24/25
42 (41)
27
6
23/24
40 (36)
25
2
22/23
27 (18)
10
3
Data via Transfermarkt
The £120k-per-week Sweden native, moreover, has the wealth of Premier League experience, which could prove vital for Ekitike’s development.
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With both players in Slot’s system, the coach can manage workloads and utilise the respective strengths of both to the greater effect of his ambitious Liverpool team. The sum is greater than the individual parts, after all.
Given that both strikers are so dynamic, there’s no reason why they couldn’t cohabit at the front of the ship for Liverpool, especially if Nunez is sold in the coming weeks.
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