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28 Apr 2016 13:34:49
Sakho banned for 30 days.
{Ed023's Note - The maximum is not 30 days - this 30 day suspension is whilst UEFA investigate the matter.}
29 Jul 2015 11:32:58
EG,
This is regarding our discussion yesterday, as I didn't get a chance to respond. I think you misunderstood what I said. I agree those are areas (GK and DM) we can certainly improve on but rather than moaning about what should have been done and being so pessimistic, I'm choosing to focus on some of the good coming through. Our attacking strength as a squad is at its best over the last 10 years. we have a number of young players coming through that have tremendous talent. The way we are shaping ourselves up commercially as a club is a definite improvement on what we saw under Parry. The expansion to the stadium.
Completely agree that we've wasted a lot of money under Rodgers (and prior to him) and its frustrating that with the money spent we're not finishing higher in the league. Also agree Rodgers can be a muppet with some of the lines he comes out with to the press. But with the new season a week away, think its time we give the player bashing a rest and support the team.
Despite the lack of signing of a new GK and DM, we have a very good team. And remember we came inches within the title with the same GK today and no DM. I do believe we have a more balanced team now than United and Spurs currently. We should be aiming for top 4 and if we can keep this team together and achieve that, we have a good team for the future.
1.) 29 Jul 2015 11:57:12
Rayman
Appreciate calling me out, I wouldn't want to start an argument as I would just like to stick to my points rather my wish.
There is no doubt on the depth and strength of the team compared to previous years. We look good both on papers and on the pitch.
I wanted two signings this summer over anything.
A decent GK at the expense of Migs.
A world class Playmaker or a DM ( Replacing Allen )
IMO these two signings brings stability to a team which is not driven by a star name.
As much as I like Henderson and Milner for the quality they bring in to the team, I wouldn't put them in the bracket of Creativity, I would rather call them Working Midfeilders.
When Liverpool decided to part ways with Alonso in 2009, Rafa who bought him decided to splash the cash to bring in an ACM from Italy to replace a DLP.
His intentions were pretty straight to play with two holding players in Lucas and mascherano in the middle.
And we know what happened next.
Aplogies for my Earlier replies mate.
No offence and disrespect to any players.
Thanks and Cheers
2.) 29 Jul 2015 12:48:16
We do have creative players in Lallana,Coutinho,Texeira.Milner and Henderson can also make a defence splitting pass,provided they can spot a runner or movement around the opposition Defence,which we lacked last season.Surely we could have done better buying a new GK but we can give another chance to Mignolet.We don't even know which system Rodgers is playing,so how can we say we need a Deep Lying Playmaker.Are we not worried about lack of opportunities given to our younger players,by bringing in another player we are spoiling Can's chances.Since we are not title contenders we can give a chance to these players.Also as Eds mentioned we are currently in debt
means we cannot afford to buy luxury players.
3.) 29 Jul 2015 13:02:36
Replacing Alonso was an absolute mistake. A player of his qualities is practically impossible to replace. If I recall correctly, Rafa was busy chasing Gareth Barry at the time and seemingly happy to let him leave. It's something that I still find hard to understand.
Still, we all know how the Aquilani situation panned out and it's history now.
Obviously, it would be fantastic to sign a player like Alonso, but how many are actually out there?
Of the players that are of that ilk, who would consider joining us, or even be available for a transfer?
4.) 29 Jul 2015 13:40:56
EG
Mate no offence or disrespect taken at all. This is football and we're all going to disagree on some things!
I really do agree with you on those signings. Dreamed of Cech and then Begovic. Same with replacing Allen as unfortunately I don't think he's cut out to be at a club that has such high demand and pressure.
On Henderson, I feel he gets underestimated because he is such a workhorse. I've seen him show some fantastic technical ability and vision, most recent being the rabona assist to Lallana. I feel he will become a good captain and a great player. Agree on Milner - was a signing we didn't need and I was disappointed as we have Hendo.
Overall I'm still excited/hopeful we have a good season ahead of us. The main thing I want to see is us going back to the fast paced, high pressing attacking football and not the tiki taka which simply doesn’t suit us. If we went back to that, that would be the most disappointing thing. The worst thing is, I wouldn’t put it past Rodgers to revert back to that…
5.) 29 Jul 2015 13:51:29
Indian.
Y do you think we are not title contenders?. Are we not playing 38 games ? Or do you think we just don't have enough quality players to go for the kill?
Man City won the title with pretty much the same amount Liverpool have spoend in three years.
Emre Can's future is under threat with the arrival of Milner and so does Rossiter.
Cheers mate
6.) 29 Jul 2015 15:12:13
EG.
Our Squad is not completely balanced as u have been saying about this all these times.There is a difference between challenging for a title and ability to challenge for a title.As I mentioned earlier if players in key positions such as Mignolet and Can can perform really well,then yes we do have a chance.But when it comes to Cech and Courtois they have been performing like that consistently so these teams are title contenders.Also If Rodgers can outsmart other top 6 managers tactically then we have a chance.So we have many ifs which we don't know,whereas we all know the genuine quality of Arsenal and Chelsea and their respective coaches.
Also the point which u have raised I have mentioned this when we were signing Milner.But since we signed him,it will be better if we stop bringing in anymore midfielders.
Thanks.
7.) 29 Jul 2015 18:31:45
I dream of a summer where a LFC manager goes out and buys 2 quality signings to walk straight into our starting 11, unfortunately we buy 10.
Everyone underestimates our squad probably because there's no confidence in Rodgers, but if Rodgers stops messing about and just goes for it like a couple of seasons ago then we are capable of challenging for the title.
{Ed002's Note - Give it a couple of seasons of transition and it may settle down under the new owners and manager Lavers.}
08 Aug 2016 16:03:47
MK, Stewart is 5'6. have you actually watched him play or are you just going on Wikipedia?
03 Oct 2015 00:45:29
Trying not to be biased. Right now I'd take baines stones and lukaku. Questionable ones would be Coleman, McCarthy and mirallas.
That being said, if we played a proper formation which the players are able to understand, it could be a different story.
Also not a fan of Martinez but would still have him ahead of Rodgers!
24 Aug 2015 11:34:25
I think currently Sterling is above Ibe but only due to the experience he has of playing approximately 2-3 years of prem football. Ibe has a great deal of potential but has a lot to work on with his end product, which I believe will come over time. Right now whilst Sterling hasn't got the most fantastic output, his movement is very good (probably something he benefited from playing alongside the likes of Suarez and Sturridge). That being said, if you compare them to when they both entered the first team, Ibe for me has shown a lot more to his game. If Ibe can continue working hard and developing his end product, I do feel we've got the better player
29 Jul 2015 17:13:26
Well he definitely is going to have Rafa’s wife bite soon. That response (albeit unnecessary) was hilarious.
29 Jul 2015 17:06:05
To be fair I understand your point, but I thought he was more goading Wenger than anyone as he sees him as a genuine contender this year alongside City. Certainly not protecting Liverpool here, we’ve spent pathetically and haven’t grown as a club the way we should have. Chelsea, on the other hand, have spent and built themselves up wisely. No comparison to Liverpool at all.
{Ed002's Note - He is goading anyone who will bite Rayman1.}