Liverpool Banter 3

11 Apr 2026 16:06:39
Just watched the Arsenal v Bournemouth game, and I was wondering if Iraola would be a better fit for us. I enjoy watching them play.

I haven't seen much of Alonso's team play though so I would like to ask those who have, does his team play in a similar style?

I know he is likely the chosen one so I hope his brand of football is a good watch.

11 Apr 2026 16:24:24
Iraola would be my choice of the managers that are realistically available.

11 Apr 2026 16:26:19
I think he's a great manager, the only question mark would be is his style of play sustainable for a team in Europe. Bournemouth play about 42 games per season, a successful Liverpool team would probably play about 60 games.

11 Apr 2026 17:04:53
Top manager, and would be a risk, but I feel no more risky than Alonso. His style of play is attacking football, which we are more used to than Slot's possession-based bore fest... And Alonso does like a possession based game, I believe. I'd give him a chance, Iriola.

11 Apr 2026 14:52:06
Haven't had the heart to post most of this season. It's been so bad. Just watched Arsenal v Bournemouth. Really impressed by Areola in his team set up, tactics and the way he talks about the game after. Closest to Klopp playing style I have seen and wonderful to watch.

11 Apr 2026 16:18:31
Iroala is the best choice for me outside Klopp/Enrique, who are non runners anyway.

11 Apr 2026 16:36:36
I think Iraola is superb and a better, but less acknowledged, manager than his mates Arteta and Alonso. Iraola's contract ends this season, and he has a good relationship with Hughes. Maybe we are waiting for him and not Alonso.

11 Apr 2026 20:34:17
Iraola would be my choice, only doubt is, can he make the step up and deal with extremely high expectations, whereas Bournemouth don't have any really.

11 Apr 2026 14:40:30
Watched Ars v Bou

It's fantastic what Iraola has done with that team!

Even after losing Huijsen, Zabarnyi, Kerkez, Semenyo, Ouattara since last season, they play fantastic, progressive football.

Against Arsenal they had fantastic shape, crazy work ethic across the pitch and a clear plan. They didn't look one bit scared of playing the current top of the table team at their own stadium.

Broke and attacked fast in a disciplined way when they needed to and defended hard when they had to. The whole team is crazy fit and you can tell they all fight for each other and for the manager.

A well deserved 2-1 to them. 👏

I would not be worried at all if for some reason we couldn't get Alonso and we went in for Iraola. For a moment he took me back to prime LFC under Kloppo.

11 Apr 2026 14:51:10
Said we should move for him last year before Alonso was available. Alex Scott is a talent we should be all over for midfield.

11 Apr 2026 15:01:30
Rather Alex Scott than Macca.

11 Apr 2026 15:05:15
Keegans, he was great in the game. Very confident and calm under the pressure for a fairly young player. Kroupi is a talent too and their FBs were excellent.

11 Apr 2026 15:19:27
Richard Hughes is a fan of him & brought him to Bournemouth (even though we're not fans of Hughes), although Hughes might depart in summer. I suppose not beyond the realms of possibility is the fact that Iraola's contract is up in summer is reason Slot is still here.


I suppose one down side is he's never managed a big club, but of course gotta start somewhere.
I'd be happy with either Alonso or him. But TBH I'd rather Mr Blobby be in charge next season than Slot.

11 Apr 2026 15:21:44
Iraola is great. If Arsenal had him at the helm they'd be champions.

11 Apr 2026 15:32:16
He is the closest to Klopp's style imo.
He would be my pick.
Sad that the reports suggest he's off to ManU.

11 Apr 2026 15:37:35
If Arsenhole had Homer Simpson as manager, they would have been champions by now... that's how bad everyone else has been, but Lego Head is so obsessed in the dark arts that they actually forget about what's important at times.

11 Apr 2026 16:20:11
Nothing against Alonso and would be happy to have him as our manager next season. But all I can say is that Iraola will make us enjoy football again. It may be frustrating at times, but the football is definitely going to be progressive, and I have no doubt about it.

11 Apr 2026 22:47:36
Aren't Bournemouth below us in the league after 32 games?

11 Apr 2026 14:39:47
I know our season has been a car crash (let's face it from the first game against Bournemouth when one of our fans racially abused Semenyo the omens were not good). But watching the capitualtion of Arsenal is magnificent.

The quadruple is on, the quadruple bottle. City will win their remaining 8 games and win the league. It's what they do. How many times have we had to sit hoping they drop points in April and May and they simply do not.

They just keep on winning. I can't stand 115 charges FC but the Arseandall fans have been intolerable this season. City will win a treble and Bayern will win the CL. I cannot imagine the excuses the Arsenal fans will have for that. It's beautiful to watch. Martin Keown stubling for answers post match is so funny. As Liverpool are so awful right now it's the only joy I've had this season.

11 Apr 2026 14:57:22
Was watching Ars v Bou and the commentator said, according to historical statistics, April is Arsenal's worst month under Arteta and City's best under Pep!

I would die hearing that if I was an Arsenal fan!

11 Apr 2026 14:59:53
There are 60,000 people inside Anfield. I don't think the actions of one idiot are reflective of the club at all. The club always acts accordingly when it happens.

11 Apr 2026 15:26:19
City will definitely win the league. Always fancied them to do so. Arsenal will Champions League.

11 Apr 2026 15:50:29
I can't see Arsenal beating either Bayern or PSG.

11 Apr 2026 13:10:51
Great interview with Rio on Sky, asking him questions. Seems we have a huge talent on our hands.

11 Apr 2026 12:46:48
Just how much of a c*** up was it not bringing in Guehi and Semenyo in January? Both doing fantastic at City.

11 Apr 2026 14:57:27
And they would have been awful in this team more than likely. Good for them

11 Apr 2026 15:02:52
They're good compared to our recent activity in the transfer market, but pretty meh compared to our historic activity. We can definitely do better if we get our act together.

11 Apr 2026 22:50:07
Leoni will be a lot, lot better than Guehi.

11 Apr 2026 12:43:29
Hi ed001

Would it be worth trying to get Livramento in the summer. Good strong player and go play both full back positions. May cost a bit but think would be worth it. Appreciate yours and posters thoughts. Also hope get a positive performance and win today.

{Ed001's Note - had a few too many injuries for my liking.}

11 Apr 2026 14:04:46
Agreed, Ed. He's an excellent player but he's missed 30 games this season alone, and has had some concerning injuries since turning pro.

11 Apr 2026 14:40:56
Thanks Ed for reply, would be good to find a utility player for at least a couple of positions in defence. Need a couple of player's in the team who can tackle and run but can play 50 games a season.

11 Apr 2026 16:50:37
Geertruida is still my choice as the utility defender.

11 Apr 2026 11:19:54
Morning Reds and Edds

I'm on holiday in Egypt. The hotel although very nice does not show the games. I watched the PSG game on the room tv which is crap and a screaming commentator in Arabic

Do any of you know a way I can pick up a commentary of the game? A radio app perhaps that works in Egypt?

Thanks. Ps I hope Harry Willson isn't playing today. Every time I see him play I wish he was still a Red.

1-0 to us if Willson stays in London.

YNWA.

{Ed001's Note - try the TOD app mate or BeIn Connect. Not sure which one you have there in Egypt.}

11 Apr 2026 12:12:13
Can you not use a VPN and then watch on Sky Sports.

11 Apr 2026 12:33:24
Do yourself a favour and don't watch/listen to it... If I want to get bored or have my day ruined I just watch Liverpool at the moment. So sad to say that after the glorious Klopp years! I have no affinity to Slot and this team and I cannot wait for the season to be over!

11 Apr 2026 13:19:17
I usually sync up and watch/listen RedmenTV or Anfield Agenda on YouTube!

11 Apr 2026 13:31:26
Thanks, guys. Sync up a VPN. 🤣🤣 I'm 630msl.

11 Apr 2026 10:16:43
If we go for Iraola, or even if we don’t, I would love us to make cheeky enquiries about Zabarnyi at PSG. He has had a disappointing season, but I’ve always rated him very highly.

I’d break the bank for him if he wanted a return to the PL. However, he was very keen on PSG and his fortunes will probably improve. He was torlet against Lyon.

11 Apr 2026 13:59:13
He did well for Iraola at Bournemouth.

11 Apr 2026 15:24:07
I agree 100 percent with your reckoning of Iraola, RK. This is democracy manifest.