Liverpool Banter Archive May 26 2014

 

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26 May 2014 22:52:41
Hi Ed002,
can a player sign a contract before July 1st? Is is only if he`s out of contract while signing or in the summer? I understand that even if two clubs agree deal to sell/sign a player before July 1st it can only be announced during the window? thanks.

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{Ed002's Note - Sure, but the transfer cannot be finalised and processed.}

26 May 2014 22:41:09
How long is rodgers contract for

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I've heard it's for 4 years.

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{Ed002's Note - Less if you only look but don't touch.}

It's a 4 year deal, with a significant pay rise. No more than he deserves.

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Di he get another new Ferrari?

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27 May 2014 16:45:47
Ian is lending him a motorbike.

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26 May 2014 22:19:35
In the photo lower down on this very page, Louis van Gaal has exactly the same haircut as the writer George Orwell. Barely a strand of it is different.

And there are many entirely reasonable and rational explanations why a man should adopt an 80 year old hair fashion.

My current theory is that the spirit of the famously angst-ridden socialist wordsmith has somehow possessed the body of United's new manager-elect.

Will he gradually start losing interest in the progressive use of wing backs, and start writing about pigs taking over farms?

Remember, my red brethren: two legs bad, four legs good.

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No no no four legs bad two legs good ;) evolution my friend.
One of my favorite books/authors as well!

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26 May 2014 22:09:13
Question on the youngsters:

Do you believe we will see more of them given a chance next season. Ibe don't seem that far off, Suso may be back, Loydd a chance in defence.

With the talent there, if they can stand up to PL/CL quality & pressure, we should have enough for the covering positions in the squad, leaving only a few "starter" signings :-)

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No. Maybe one or two will make a debut for the FA cup or League Cup.

LFC are clearly trying to bring in senior players.

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26 May 2014 22:15:41
Someone down feels sorry for Arsenal. No trophies from a long time, 4th place trophy year in year out.

Dude. We are entering to 8th year without any major trophy. let's first sort our issues, Then shall go behind Arsenal, Chelsea and others.

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8th year without trophies? Us? please don't take offense harry but check our trophy cabinet

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Lge cup 2012 . Not much difference in the 2 domestic cups these days .

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Harry stick to player fees and costs mate because you clearly don't no much about Liverpool fc lad haha

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Whilst I agree with HF's sentiment, he's got his numbers wrong.

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Think before you speak harry

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Arsenal won a trophy this year and we won the League Cup in 2012.

It may be that Harry started supporting as after 2012 and hence don't know about our past ;)

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27 May 2014 08:00:44
To All the above.

I mentioned "MAJOR TROHPY". that's Either PL or CL. You coudl even consider FA and Europa in it.
But when did League cup considerd as a Major trophy. A Competition where you field your reserves team untill you reach the Semi final.

The Real AG

What else have we got apart from Past?. I have been spouting about the past from a long time.

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{Ed001's Note - the two domestic cups are considered major trophies Harry, no matter how much you may disagree.}

27 May 2014 09:23:45
Ed01. If so I agree. The mocking I recieve here is We only won a Micky Mouse cup in past 8 years.

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Harry the mocking you receive has been building up for a long time
your actions are often silly and irritating
be it your hilarious figures (I mean 18 for sanchez)
Your one liners and different possible future situations throughout the course of the ucl final etc

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27 May 2014 10:33:09
Reet

Are you really concerned or another sarcasm?
I have been recieving end, because I don't agree to most people here. This is not a national movment or a classroom, You have to agree to your teacher.
. Blind Optimism is foolishness.

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27 May 2014 10:37:48
Reet

Whats wrong in my OP?. Carling cup in 2012, After spending well above 120 mill. We Failed in FFP, We haven't won EPL in 24 years. (Blackburn won it).
And We mock Arsenal and Wneger. They have no debt. they are runing a successfful Club.
Being a human, I can't take it. let's sort our mess first, We have enough no of players to ship out.
In reality, We blewed a golden chance to the title this year.

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Really concerned you do get a lot of stick
yes a Carling cup to show for our enormous spending isn't much but we ourselves had been in a bit of drought before that
and winning any cup is a great thing if you don't believe you should have read the arsenal page after their defeat against Birmingham
and although arsenal are currently debt free they had to endure serious pain for that selling their best players buying little to no one if something like that happened with us am sure a ww3 would have broken out

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27 May 2014 13:11:54
Reet

Might be true, Arsneal fans aren't happy with only an FA cup under the belt. But suerly, They would never fail in the FFP, Thier club with a good managment would propser, something most fans doesn't care about.

And Thank you so much for your concern, I owe you.

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26 May 2014 22:05:49
Reds in negotiation for Lallana 25 mill. Fee Will be announced June 1st.

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{Ed002's Note - Great clue: £61M then?}

26 May 2014 22:42:49
61m left to spend ed?.

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{Ed002's Note - Plus sales.}

26 May 2014 22:53:52
Ed002. OMG. that was one of your best. I am on the floor.

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Plus sales?

So 61M left to spend.

After the A.Cole, Lukaku and Courtois swap deal for Reina, Lucas and Johnson ; we should still be able to sign Alexis Sanchez Lovren Lallana and Komo.

Yay!

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There might just be enough money for a bid (and a cake) for Yaya Toure.

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You got it wrong its 161 million after all we need the 100 million for ronaldo

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26 May 2014 19:30:20
Are we interested in Pierre Lasogga.

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{Ed002's Note - Try the search engine.}

26 May 2014 19:19:23
Any interest in benteke eds? I know he didn't have a great season last year but I still believe he's going to be a top striker in years to come. Any chance?

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{Ed002's Note - Not that I know - I cannot answer "any chance".}

26 May 2014 18:45:57
Hey eds, there has been a lot of speculation involving loic Remy is any of it true? Seems like a huge bargain for 8 million to support SAS!

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{Ed002's Note - Jolly good - I thought I had explained.}

26 May 2014 18:05:14
Hi eds have we made an offer for Emre Can yet?

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{Ed002's Note - I am not aware of any change - he did not however sign for Liverpool a week ago.}

26 May 2014 20:25:37
Sanchez is the Eriksen of this summer. A signing that the fans really want! It won't happen though. Eriksen at 11m was a steal in the same way anything under 30m is a steal for Sanchez. He works hard! Scores! Assists! Presses the way BR likes! Unfortunately it's too much like common sense to actually target him.

LFC have been brilliant but in truth over the last 5 transfer windows only 2 signings have made a serious impact being Coutinho and Sturridge. Sterling Flanagan and the development of Hend have contributed to the success. Our transfer policy is wrong.

8 signings last summer and none bar Mignolet was a success. Actually they seem to be looking to replace him as well.

It is my belief that you should only target really top players clearly better than what you already got. Buy 2-3 players each summer and allow the kids to get their chance. Sterling and Suso would surely fetch incredibly fees if they were sold today. Kids are good! They just need a chance!

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26 May 2014 22:09:44
hahaah. lols.

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26 May 2014 22:10:33
I am sorry mate, But we have no interest in Sanchez, let's see if we pull Lallana (Might turn into another Allen)

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Allen will be invaluable in Europe next year. His game is suited to it.

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26 May 2014 20:11:55
Dear Eds, let's say we sign emre can, hypothetically, regardless of fee etc, do you see him as actually helping the team next year or as one for the future? i'm asking cause i'm hoping we avoid some of the mistakes of last summer

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{Ed001's Note - not a clue, never seen the lad play.}

Would highly doubt he would be a regular starter if he came. having watched him I think he would come in for an injury or in cup games and have to prove his worth. definitely not a player with the guaranteed quality to come in and be a world beater from the start.

I saw a comparison somewhere with khedera which I thought was a decent one. can't think of a premier league player who is that similar. Joe Allen possesses a lot of his qualities I guess. hope that helps slightly

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He's an excellent player. Very versatile. Strong, Powerful & Quick, the ultimate Defensive midfielder. His positional sense is extraordinary for such a young lad, but he also scores & assists; a great long term choice for the holding role.

The interest from us is very real, and from what I've heard the clause with Bayern does not come into effect until 2015.

The only thing I worry about are the circumstances in which we seem to have gained this information. One cannot really find out such information without reviewing the contract. This will likely piss off Bayern and land us in a lot of trouble as it is illegal. That is the only problem I can foresee in us attempting to sign the lad. It would be one hell of a coup if we can pull it off as he will grow into one of the leading DMs in the next few years if he is nurtured properly.

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His positioning sense is awful for a defensive midfielder.
He's just like Moussa Dembele. Got absolutely everything but wasted by playing in a deeper position. He is not a defensive midfielder but would do very well in our 4-1-2-1-2 formation next to the likes of Henderson and infront of Gerrard.

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Certainly not a strong dribbler like Dembele.

If he came, I think he will be bench player in the beginning.

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26 May 2014 18:46:29
Eds fellow reds, there was a question on Sanchez or Lallana .i would have to say Sanchez, an absolute top player not had a fair crack at barca but would be perfect for us .what sort of price would he be .£18 million maybe

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If Suarez was to leave I would hope we would go for both (if they are both available then).

If Suarez has a good world cup (if fit) then I think Real Madrid will break the bank for him.

Not too sure if they would want to give us players and cash and who those players might be though (hopefully not Benzeman - spelling).

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26 May 2014 22:18:27
Hoola

Your Misspelled player was hilarious. We should ask for Di-Maria and Moratta + Cash

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26 May 2014 16:27:21
For ed001, Stephane Henchoz had to be the king of the arm block and not giving away penalties.

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{Ed001's Note - good point, he was world class at that.}

He did about 3 in the fa cup final

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Very smart player. Always made sure to pin his arm to his body which always made it difficult for the refs to see it or blow for a pen even when they DID see it.

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Agger's elbow on Torres in first game v Chelsea wasn't as well concealed but certainly made me smile.

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26 May 2014 15:47:10
hi eds, what is the situation with llori? we have paid a hell of a lot of money for him, just to been loaned out streyt away. considering our terrible defence last season you would think he would be needed if deemed good enough. I/we should be looking forward to the new potential recruitments bt I have a really bad feeling we are going to fritter away our transfer budget on mediocre again. Me personally would buy 3 top class players at say 20-25 million to be in the first 11, then for squad depth use our youth players

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{Ed002's Note - He was loaned out once he complained that he was not getting any opportunity. He is effectively in limbo with the other CBs right now.}

26 May 2014 16:31:37
We Paid hell lot of money on Sakho not llori.

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Sorry Harry, but anything more than £5 million has to be considered a lot of money for a "future" starter/ squad player.

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26 May 2014 20:46:07
Yoo I agree.
But then there are many, From Aspas to Allen.

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I say give him a chance, but BR has his own mind. But he will have his chance in pre season I think Sakho, Skrtel, Toure, Ilori, Kelly is enough and if needed Paez is also there.

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26 May 2014 22:26:24
llori most probably would be for another Loan. If Agger is sold, I except us to sign a defender.
Caulker, Lvoren.

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26 May 2014 15:41:50
We're off to a good start by securing Brendan Rodgers on an improved and extended contact. Well done LFC.

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We haven't won nothing yet.

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True we haven't won anything yet but this is a step in the right direction. Try supporting the manager wembley78!

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Wembley, we have the LMA manager of the year and he earned it at us.

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I am but I'm not taken by that defence, sort it out RODGER'S.?.

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As I say we haven't won anything yet, is he a winner or is he a manager who
wants to play attractive football, let's
wait and see.

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He nearly took us to the top from 7th last year.

Signing him up for longer was the only option, we are more likely to win things with him than without.

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26 May 2014 15:14:40
Happy to see BR given a new contract

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26 May 2014 15:11:41
FSG confirm BR's new long-term contract. Great news, it was always going to happen but the vagueness of long-term installs hope this is just the start of an era for us. I think some concrete bids could start going in now that's sorted.

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It's a 4 year deal.

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26 May 2014 15:09:44
Rodgers: "We'll now move into the next phase. We're into the Champions League. Our dream and goal is to win the Barclays Premier League."

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Sort the defence out RODGERS.

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Wembley if I was you I would sort your defence out. Your comments are poor by anyone's standards.

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The truth sometimes hurts, no teams
with a dodgy defence has ever won a
League or premiership. deal with it.

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That depends on your definition of a 'dodgy' defence.

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26 May 2014 14:22:33
Ed001, how do you rate Alex McCarthy from Reading? I haven't seen that much of him recently, but I remember thinking he was fantastic when he had a run of games in the prem, especially in the 0-0 draw against Liverpool!

Cheers

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{Ed001's Note - not a fan personally, far too inconsistent for me, plus he comes with the exact same issues as Mignolet. It would be a pointless acquisition, I would rather we just got a better goalie coach in than spent the money on a player who offers no improvement. Though I think we should be looking to bring back Xavi Valero either way, as he was a top class coach. He not just helped the keepers, he also worked with the strikers to help them understand how to beat opposition keepers.}

Yes, ed, Xavi Valero was good and I think we should sign a GK coach but there are a lot of good coaches out there and I'm not sure BR should look to get him back. Moving forward and all.

I trust the club to sort it either way.

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{Ed001's Note - there are a lot of good coaches out there, but Xavi Valero is one of the very few great coaches. It is not always moving forward to just look elsewhere.}

I agree that migs could become the real deal if we had better coaching, certainly hasn't improved this season so clearly a change is needed. I guess the question is whether migs can't adapt of the coaching isn't teaching him to?

Vorm or bergovic still seem obvious replacements if we go down that route

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Ed has made my point exactly. Bringing a new GK doesn`t solve the problem especially if Migs` problems can be solved w/ good coaching, self-improvement and a well-drilled defence. Better to solve a problem than throwing money at it I order to just make it go away.

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So that's a goalkeeping coach and a
Defensive coach and RODGER'S has
just signed a new long- term contract
the plot thickens.

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I agree with many that our defence is the main problem, however I am not a fan of zonal marking, so is it tactics or coaching? I think Skrtle, Agger, Sakho and Kelly are all good defenders - so personally man to man and defence coaching could solve the problem. However I am just fan with an opinion.

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I think mig just lacks a bit of confidence, as a keeper, if you concede 50 a season and are in the top 4 everyone talks about it. One mistake and everyone's at his throat. I hope we stick by him, he's young for a goalkeeper, has made some terrific saves, just lacks the authority of a top keeper!

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What exactly is Valero doing now Ed? Is it possible to bring him back? Feel Simon's got it in him to improve so I would rather we brought in a coach rather than a player

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{Ed001's Note - I don't know sorry. I know Rafa wanted him to join him at Napoli but not sure if he did go there or not.}

Ed001,
What is the likelihood that Liverpool will find a new goalkeeping coach?
Am I right in saying our current one was not brought in by Brendan Rodgers?

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{Ed001's Note - the likelihood is low right now, though you are right, he was here already.}

26 May 2014 13:19:44
Eds, what do you think of marco veratti(psg) as a player? I've watched him a few times and think he would be perfect protecting the back 4.distribution not great but that can be worked on.

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{Ed002's Note - He is well thought of as a player.}

Great player, but he tends to get yellow cards often.

I think his distribution is excellent as well.

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Seen him plenty of times. He`s class.

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I think he's out of our reach at the moment.

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{Ed002's Note - There is no Liverpool interest in him.}

26 May 2014 13:16:51
19 Goals and 12 asists in 34 appearence, With the Likes of Messi and Neymar stealing the spotlight.
Not bad for a Winger / Wide Forward player
Alexis Sanchez - Reasonable Fee

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{Ed002's Note - Why say "reasonable fee" - you have no idea what it is.}

Lol least he didn't mention an amount ;o) lol

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Change 'reasonable fee' to 'available' and I'd agree with you Harry mate.

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Oooooor, with the likes of Neymar, Messi, Fabregas, iniest, pedro, achieved 19 goals and 12 assists

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26 May 2014 16:33:25
Starting counting the numbers, Suarez would be off to Madrid before the window closes.

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Suarez will stay at the club. I'm not sure any club will meet our valuation and Suarez will not angle for a move.

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26 May 2014 22:13:37
Real Madrid would match anything under the sky.
They need a high profile striker, Who else than Suarez. There would some clubs to buy Benzema for a large fee.

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There is a limit to how much real are willing to offer, and it is less than what they offered for both bale and Ronny. I know this will irk some suarez fans but the value of a player is dictated only by what a buying club is willing to pay.

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Who's paying his wages after tax?

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26 May 2014 13:15:22
Hey Eds

Is Suso back at the club?. is he in BR plans next season?

Thanks in Advance

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{Ed002's Note - RTP.}

26 May 2014 12:33:03
Don't know about anyone else but for me I'd be more than happy with a top four finish, qualifying from our cl group and a decent domestic cup run next season. Not the highest expectations but I think it's a realistic target next season

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That sounds like an uncertainty principle?

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RedAce, class :D

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Cementing our place in the top 4 should be the goal for the next few years. The title will come w/ time.

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Redohio you mean like arsenal? First trophy in what 9 years? Aim for the top but wouldn't be unhappy with the 4th spot

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Anything less than an unprecedented quadruple will be seen as a complete and utter failure by me!

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Chris, you miss my point. Sustaining a place in the top 4 is the minimum in order to solve our financial problems and make us much more marketable. IMO, being out of the CL has done some serious damage to our financial muscle and we need consistent top 4 showings to make up for that. What Arsenal is doing is simply shafting their fans w/ high ticket fees and building false dawns in order to continue to make money and a majority of them have fallen for it. Their board is peeing on their backs but keeps telling them its raining. On the contrary, I and majority of LFC fans will NOT stand for a decade w/o a trophy regardless of how many times we play in the CL. Being in the top 4 and going for 4th spot are two different objectives.

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Surely we've got to be going for the league. We will see the clubs intentions in the window. Start selling Suarez and building again then we're going backwards,,, add a few top class players and keep our stars, dare I say it I think we'll win it

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26 May 2014 16:48:50
redohio

I and majority of LFC fans will NOT stand for a decade w/o a trophy regardless??

lols. Did you really mean it?

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4th is nowhere.

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Aim for the stars and if you miss you'll be on the moon

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I completely agree with Redohio. I like Arsenal and their fans but for a club of that stature their ambitions are extremely pedestrian.

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4th is between 3rd and 5th last time I checked

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{Ed007's Note - You must be the brains of the site.}

Home Fan, I meant exactly EVERY word of that statement because that is the truth. All LFC fans have been raised through these past decades on winning trophies and that will NEVER change. Heads will defo roll if we go a deade w/o a trophy. That, I can guaratee you.

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A decade without a trophy means 2022, redohio could be right if Brendan is still out manager and hasn't won anything. Still, he's only under contract until 2018.
Rodgers deserves a trophy for the way he's turned the club around so I hope he gets one next season. I think qualifying for CL is a must.

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26 May 2014 09:59:07
I don't get this, As most believe we wouldn't cope with CL pressure next season, Its the same trophy we won it mroe than anyone here. We ain't spurs or Eveton playing in CL for the first time in over 25 years.
Another stupid argument, We did well because we didn't had the CL. We ddint had the CL from past 4 seaosn. I expect us to continue where we left and would be playing the same way next season

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I don't think anyone is disputing that we could do ok in the Champions League but we would need a bigger and better squad to do so. No team will want to play Liverpool in the Champions League for sure if we can get the right players in and the right ones out.

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I can see us doing ok in the league and champions league.
We held our own against some of the best in Europe in city, arsenal, spurs and (arguably) United this season.
I think a lot of Europe will struggle to cope with us.

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I wonder what formation Rodgers might go with, particularly away from home, in a tough CL group?
Everyone is assuming the interest in Can could spell the end for Lucas. Well, possibly, but Rodgers may go for two deeper-lying midfielders (Gerrard and Can / Lucas).
The pattern that seems to be emerging with supposed transfer targets, is the versatility of said players. Able to play in different positions.
Does anyone know of a left back that can play in goal as well?
Haha.

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The juicer
we don't need yo buy a left back who can play in goal
remember Jose Enrique against Newcastle

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Haha good one reet.
I hope ed001 is reading this!

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{Ed001's Note - see this is why Carragher should have been kept, he is an expert with his hands, I lost count of the number of diving saves he made over the years that were not given as penalties!}

There's no doubt the CL brings more pressure on the squad, but it also brings more opportunity.
Our squad was not quite strong enough to win the premiership. Truth be told, we were 3 games short. But that's allowing for Suarez banned for 6 games and Sturridge injured for a good few.
Our squad is now a year older and a year stronger and has more experience. Players like Henderson will have benefitted greatly from last season.
Coutinho will come back to form. A lot of our loan players will be available again. Then there's our youngsters - Ibe, Texiera and backing them up are Rossiter, Wilson and Brad Smith.
We don't need THAT much to compete again. We need a bit more quality. 2 or 3 players max.

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Good to see you back to your best ed 001
on a serious note what do you make of all this Balotelli rum?
And who would you like to see as his replacement?

P.S mate are you being chased by someone?cos first you run to dubai and then two weeks later you are on a flight again?What are you upto?

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{Ed001's Note - Balotelli's replacement? I am confused. I don't know of any chance of Mario joining Liverpool though, I have not heard of any interest in him from us.

Naw I just went back to get my daughter to come out for a visit. Hence why I am a bit in and out as we are out and about in the water parks etc. Obviously yesterday, as you do when out in the desert, we visited the ski centre and met the penguins. She is very excited about having been able to hug and kiss one. I am feeling a little letdown though, I though it said we got to eat the penguins.....}

Ed I was taking about a replacement for suarez
looks like you had a good time although I also think it would have been better eating them

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{Ed001's Note - ah sorry, wasn't sure who you were talking about replacing! Personally I don't think you can replace a player like that, certainly not with Balotelli, who has the wrong attitude to make it at the top. What we would need to do it build around Sturridge, Sterling, Ibe etc and buy the best goalkeeper and left back we can with the money, imo.}

Sanchez would be a good shout I think ed
But preferably a young second striker like el sharaawy or draxler is what I think we should lookto

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{Ed001's Note - I love Sanchez as a player, he defo needs a change of scenery, but I am just not sure he will reach his undoubted potential after the way his career has been destroyed by Lionel 'butter wouldn't melt' Messi.}

And what about the two guys I mentioned above ed? I would not mind sanchez looks like he is off to Juventus
and as for messi that midget should just move to Russia given the way he is destroying Barcelona

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{Ed002's Note - There have been offers and enquiries for Draxler. Both Milan clubs, Bayern Munich, Manchester City, Real Madrid, Arsenal and Chelsea have enquired at one level or another about Draxler - each has met a "not for sale" barrier. I expect a deal might be brokered in the summer and Arsenal are the team that have consistently pushed for a deal. The player has given mixed responses to interest from Arsenal. PSG are looking for a player of that style but are likely looking elsewhere now. Schalke don't want to sell but another option to be offered by Bayern Munich and AC Milan is a pre-payment and a one year loan back to Schalke. Although I think the chance of a move to Italy very unlikely now with their interest elsewhere.}

Chelsea, Juventus, Real Madrid, Manchester City, Arsenal showed an interest in Marco Reus before his return to Dortmund last year. Recent tentative approaches made by Chelsea and Manchester City have resulted in a "not for sale" response. Manchester City may push again but Dortmund seem to no longer be looking at Dzeko as a possible replacement for Lewandowski, so the option to offer favourable terms on the transfer or a contribution to his salary may well have gone. Manchester United remains very unlikely right now - 2015 might be a more likely option if the club do well and he is still at Dortmund. Dortmund will not want to sell and a move this summer seems unlikely - although Barcelona will be looking to rebuild this summer and will likely put an offer on the table, which my spur interest from others.

There has been interest from Juventus in Sanchez and there is no secret that his agent has confirmed that they would be willing to meet the terms that the player desires. However, they are far from agreeing a figure with Barcelona for the sale - very far indeed. Barcelona will be willing to let Sanchez move on and would be open to using him in a player exchange deal. Barcelona will perhaps look to replace Fabregas with Vidal and will perhaps be looking to that as an option whilst there is such a difference between what is being asked and what is being offered. They would be open to including him as part of a deal for a Liverpool player perhaps.

Sanchez is just a beast of a player. If we got him, I would be chuffed to bits. And if anybody can make him feel loved and get the best out of him as a player are LFC fans and BR.
P?S: I had an idea that Messi was NOT a saint BUT didn`t know he was an arrogant person (my words).

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26 May 2014 09:53:17
Eds, what's this news about Remy?. Have we enquired about him? He has got pace, But he would be on a very high wage

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{Ed002's Note - Why not try the search function?}

26 May 2014 09:38:13
I believe we do need 4 to 5 quality players. Sure, some of the youngsters coming through is an absolute delight and they will get Chances next season. Also, it's not just the UCL, it's also FA Cup, Capital One Cup etc so lots of additional games. I'd like us to win every one of those cups, therefore we want to make sure the right personnel is bought in. Bringing no one in doesn't make sense. Additionally, there will be international friendlies as well, where a lot of our players will play their respective countries. We need to make sure we have cover as best we can.

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{Ed002's Note - Right now it is six additional games, all before Christmas. That could increase if Liverpool do well or increase even more if Liverpool move in to the Europa League. With the World Cup a number of clubs are restricting their pre-season plans, with one side cancelling their pre-season tour completely to keep players fresh. I don't think bring "no one" in is a consideration at all.}

More than cover, what we need to do is bringing in a higher caliber of players who can effectively challenge Sterling, Coutinho, Henderson, Allen etc and push them for a spot.

Unfortunately, Moses, Alberto, Aspas, Cissokho were not able to do that and hence why we will be bringing in players to make the squad competitive, not for cover.

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I can't even think what will happen on this site if we don't sign anyone this summer (hypothetically)?

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It'll be a decent season if we win all those trophies as you've said! I'm sure some fans would still find something to complain about even if we do win the quadruple though.

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Reet, Armageddon? WW3? Something along those lines I would think.

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I would still only bring in 3 players to challenge for the first team. Like ed2 says it's only an extra 6 games initially.
I would personally play the kids in the FA and league cups, at least until the very later stages considering we get there. It will give them game time and experience and those cups don't matter as much financially as a good run in the champions league and league, so that's what I would focus on.

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Puzzled red
the apocalypse predictions will finally come true
It would the judgment day for ayre and the owners

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You're right Jgs92. People will be asking why we didn't challenge for the Community Shield or the Johnstone's Paint Trophy.

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Complete Global Meltdown comes to mind.

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Its easy to guess-

1. Every single person the ED's ever confirmed a link too would be ruthlessly thrown back in their faces with a torrent of abuse.

2. The persons who dwell here would have a melt down claiming the end of the world and stating how useless LFC and its players are.

3. The trolls from the manc site and Daveyboyblue would be over telling us how useless we are and how they will hammer us the coming season (forgetting how our current squad spanked them this season).

4. I would not visit the site until at least xmas when everyone might have cheered up a bit, xmas spirit an all that!

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I think we will probably end up With the same amount of players in the squad this season, just the quality raised. Losing probably Moses, cissokho, Alberto, maybe aspas agger/skrtel, maybe Enrique etc, who bar skrtel probably got like 30 appearances in total, and replacing the, with some players with more quality.

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26 May 2014 08:18:24
Hey eds, we have some amazing young talent coming through like Ibe, Suso, Llori and Flanagan will they have a role in the first team next season especially Llori who I think would be a great partner sakho and Suso who would be frightening upfront. Are any of these going to have a chance next season to play regular first team football?

Great site!

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{Ed001's Note - yes, they will all get to talk over their role in the squad/team with the club in the summer. Depends on what they have to say then, as some might indicate a desire to leave or go out on loan. Those that want to stay and fight for their place will be given a chance to play in pre-season. A final decision will be taken then.}

26 May 2014 07:38:03
Hi eds
Seen a lot written about vorm of Swansea and with one of the eds suggesting we are looking at a goalkeeper as Brendan isn't convinced by mignolet. Do you think someone like vorm would be a replacement or as competition?
Personally don't see the point of bringing in a new keeper unless he is a clear improvement such as begovic or possibly one of the talented German keepers.
And if it is for competition for mignolet I would much rather see us move for Marshall who is younger than vorm, had a more successful season, would likely to cheaper either in fee or wages or both and also is British
What's your views on keepers eds
Cheers

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{Ed001's Note - Marshall would bring the same issues as Mignolet, good shot stopper, poor distribution and doesn't command his area. It is easy to look good as a keeper when you play for a poor team like he did. Whereas Vorm is technically excellent with his distribution, which is why there is some interest in him. It is not the highest priority, but it would be a replacement, though Mignolet could well decide to stay and fight for his place and turn it into competition. That would be up to him though. As for Marshall, no thanks, he would be no improvement.}

26 May 2014 09:52:01
ED01, I agree, Vorm or Begovic would be an excellent signing. I think Mignolet needs competition, Unless we will have more stuppid mistakes and Excuses. We have a weak defense, cannot have a Weak GK.

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Thanks ed
Hadn't seen much of Marshall in terms of distribution as when I have seen Cardiff it has been more of a longer ball approach so hadn't see him much in terms of his distribution and obviously keepers who are good shot stoppers look better in clips, cheers for the advice.
Is there any interest in keepers other than vorm? And are you aware of why begovic wasn't interested in us last year?
Cheers

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{Ed002's Note - Begovic was considered last year but it seems he was rather too expensive. Right now there is interest in him from elsewhere. Don't discount Kaylor Navas as an option, but he will want to be playing rather than being on the bench. Alex McCarthy at Reading will be subject to an offer from Swansea if Vorm leaves. Maybe he would be a better option for Liverpool?}

I don't see Mignolet being replaced this summer.

Hardly any team has a GK for competition these days.

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Cheers eds, have seen some of navas and vorm and don't dispute they would probably be a better option than mignolet as he has been poor this season but just not sure they are a clear improvement enough to warrant bringing them in unless we were to get rid of mignolet. Not seen anything or McCarthy at all really this season so no clue how good a keeper he is now
Thanks

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26 May 2014 08:33:30
Morning Ed

Do you no if there is any truth at all in our reported double raid on Southampton for Lallana & Clyne? Clyne is a left back so might be something in it? It would make more sense for Lallana & Lovren?

Or anything else on Bertrand please?

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{Ed002's Note - Nothing has changed overnight. Whatever I last said about these players remains my view.}

Clyne is an RB who lost his place to Callum Chambers during the season. He`s NOT an LB.

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26 May 2014 00:33:23
My answer for todays poll.

Like most of us, I haven't seen much of Ilori, however, from what I have seen and heard he seems like a very promising centre back with huge potential.

Personally, I would have him here as back up/competition to a new first choice RCB. I would then bring in Rojo (his former centre back partner at Sporting) as back up/competition for Sakho. I would also keep Toure as a squad player.

That would obviously mean Skrtel and Agger will leave and although I like both players, what's most important is increasing our chances of success.

I think the most difficult question is, who do we bring in to replace Skrtel? There are so many quality left footed centre backs out there that would be obtainable, but we already have Sakho as first choice. Finding him a quality partner is the main priority and Rodgers needs to get it right.

What are your thoughts on the centre back situation everyone?

Red Rum

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I do like Dejan Lovern, he was solid at Lyon and has been very good for Southampton. At 25 (well, he will be before the new season starts), he could be an excellent signing.

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I saw Lovren a lot at Lyon and frankly, he was quite poor which is why they were glad to see the back of him. He is quick for a defender which will allow us to play a high line which is how the Saints play as well. I don`t know if he`s good enough for us but time will tell.

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If you bring in Rojo and keep Ilori, then you already have 4 CBs and I don't see the need for a 5th.

I disagree that Rojo is being looked at as a CB; he will be coming in as a LB if he signs. Also, Ilori only made 7 appearances in the Portuguese league and was not a regular partner of Rojo. It could be argued that Ilori would not have played the 7 matches if Sporting hadn't had a really really poor season the year before we signed him.

I think Ilori needs a loan for a season and then next season, he will probably replace Toure when his contract expires.

I don't see Skrtel leaving, BR is a fan now.

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I'd agree with you on selling both Agger and Skrtel and I'd keep Toure as well for backup/experience. Lovren or someone else to come in for 1st choice RCB. Sign someone for backup to Sakho LCB. I'd leave Ilori go out on loan again though to get another full season of experience as we'd have enough cover and I'd rather he get 40 games or so elsewhere rather than 12 games here. We'd still have Kelly and Wisdom for CB cover if we got a lot of injuries.

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26 May 2014 00:09:15
Ed's, do you think Ibe will be given a chance at first team next season or do you think a loan move better suits him? He's young but with all the games we'll be playing surely he'd be great to let play in some league cup/fa cup games to rest Suarez/Sturridge?

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{Ed003's Note - Me and Ed 001 had a chat about him after I watched him a couple of times this season - I'm of the opinion another season on loan somewhere would be best you would have to ask Ed 001's opinion in the morning when he will be around mate.}

25 May 2014 23:25:23
I know there has been a lot of interest in Will Hughes from the club and fans but are we, or any other premier league club, looking at George Thorne (currently on loan to Derby from WBA) Seen him on a few occasions and very impressed. Classy CDM very comfortable on the ball, tackles well, superb passing and has a great shot, everything you would want. Will be a world class player
Cheers

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{Ed003's Note - He looks a good player from what I have seen but with little football around atm I think some commentators and reporters are getting excited Bss - I did see something about Burnley being linked with him that's all I can help you with regarding him sorry.}

He did look good but I'd be thinking if he was a Chelsea or Man City player on loan then it would be possible whereas I could see West Brom using him themselves so they'd be less likely to sell then.

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25 May 2014 23:30:58
IMO Alexis Sanchez is a better player and a better fit for the EPL than Pedro. That's if there is interest though. Is there any Ed?

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25 May 2014 23:26:57
Please! *i don't know why I m begging* But Rodgers has to sign Sanchez. He just has to

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BR doesn`t have to do anything other than what is right for this great club.

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Oh for gods sake.

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