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28 Mar 2020 22:07:11
Hey eds n reds. just wondering if there's any interest in inaki williams.? he was the flavour of the month a fair while ago now. we had interest in him, watching him etc. Has his progression stalled or have we just moved on to other targets. cheers.

Smurf

{Ed002's Note - Not from Liverpool.}


 

 

13 Dec 2018 08:46:27
Hi just Wondering if any Eds or Reds with the knowledge or spare time could do a quick wrap up of possible transfer business in n out please.? Im assuming there will be movement heading out but not sure we will bring in anything in.? Maybe Lallana, Clyne, 1 of Origi or Solanke and Markovic.? Even if they all left im not sure we need replacing any of them at this stage tho. any help would be appreciated cheers.

Smurf

{Ed002's Note - I would not expect too much in January. Liverpool need a left sided midfield player unless Lallana can stay fit. They will need a back up goalkeeper at some point as well. They have shown an interest in a couple of young centre backs as well. But there is nothing new I am aware of.}


1.) 13 Dec 2018 12:01:17
Think we need a back up for Robertson too.


2.) 13 Dec 2018 12:19:16
On the Robbo back up question, we have Juanma (21/ 22), Adam Lewis (19) and Tony Gallacher (19) who have all had good reviews over the last few months.

Are none of them ready to step up and provide some competition/ backup for Robbo, especially Juanma who has been talked about quite a bit since he joined 2 years ago? Would love to hear from the Eds or anyone who manages to get to Reserve games.


3.) 13 Dec 2018 10:16:04
Is Laxalt still of interest Ed for the left mid roll, possible in Jan or unlikely?

{Ed002's Note - Laxalt has been looked again.}


4.) 13 Dec 2018 13:35:26
Thank you Ed002.


5.) 13 Dec 2018 13:46:47
Ed01 was thinking whether u can giv a quick say on juanma? thnk u.

{Ed001's Note - hard to say because he was highly rated, then he went through a bad patch and is just beginning to rebuild his rep now.}


6.) 13 Dec 2018 14:06:07
Could ake be an option? As he can cover cb and lb.


7.) 13 Dec 2018 14:11:40
I don't know how his season has gone at Milan (probably not that great if he might be available six months after moving there), but I think he'd provide good cover from the bits I've seen of him. He looked good at LB with Uruguay during the WC and I think he started out at CM and can play LM/ LW. Also has electric pace.


8.) 13 Dec 2018 15:34:49
Lerchy, I think the issue with Ake (as shown in last week's game) is that he is more a midfielder than a defender. And we have plenty of those.


9.) 13 Dec 2018 15:59:56
Laxalt can provide cover full back and midfield, seems like a good idea. Do think Moreno is the big weak link, if he was called upon.


10.) 13 Dec 2018 19:14:40
@Lerchy/ Zeddicus. He'd also be very pricey as Bournemouth would want to make a profit on what they paid for him and he didn't sign for them on the cheap. I think they paid between £20m-£25m, so if anyone was to come in for him, he'd be in the £50m bracket, which is way more than we'd pay simply to add squad depth.


11.) 13 Dec 2018 20:29:36
For me Mignolet is the big weak link. Prey there’s no injury or ban for Allison.


12.) 13 Dec 2018 14:51:56
Cheers for reply Ed002, with getting knee deep into this, I appreciate your busy but is Laxalt obtainable Andy would he command a high fee?

{Ed002's Note - They won’t want to sell, particularly in January.}


13.) 13 Dec 2018 23:53:20
Don’t think ake would be 50 million. Bournemouth aren’t big boys, and he’s not that good. Wouldn’t want him mind though, he’s not gomez level.


14.) 14 Dec 2018 00:19:24
Who are the young centre backs we are looking at?

{Ed002's Note - Ruben Dias (CB) Liverpool have watched the Benfica CB on several occasions and watched him in a national game against Croatia in September
Dael Fry (CB) Liverpool has a declared interest in Fry as they look to bolster the HG quota - knowing that prices will increase - much is expected of Fry.}


15.) 14 Dec 2018 18:48:51
Moreno is doing a Stirling job keeping robbo honest. He is the unsung hero that is driving robbo to keep his place.


 

 

17 Jun 2018 02:29:57
I have heard a wisper that liverpool are going to enquire about Trent Sainsbury the Australian CB.

Smurf

1.) 17 Jun 2018 06:44:22
Would he be allowed to play on a 4 o’clock kick off on a Sunday?


2.) 17 Jun 2018 07:16:19
He comes with a free drink and pack of crisps.

{Ed001's Note - only if you buy a butty.}


3.) 17 Jun 2018 08:06:34
Would work with our new away kit.


4.) 17 Jun 2018 08:24:52
Top 10 CB in the world. be a good partner for VVD to learn from.


5.) 17 Jun 2018 09:19:39
Classic case of being put in the shop window.


6.) 17 Jun 2018 10:57:20
He isn't a bad player if you have ever watched more than a couple of games of his. Don't think he's good enough for liverpool but a mid table prem team yes.


7.) 17 Jun 2018 11:47:11
Or sign that 70's Scottish player, Asda Hartford.


8.) 17 Jun 2018 12:58:00
Or a double whammy:

Clinton (s) Morrison (s)


9.) 17 Jun 2018 14:51:42
Or bring back John Aldiridge.


10.) 17 Jun 2018 15:22:03
If Klopp quits we should consider hiring Domenico Tedesco.


11.) 17 Jun 2018 15:40:19
the joke's getting a lidl old now guys.


12.) 17 Jun 2018 16:35:30
As long as he is co-operative in working towards our goals he could be a good signing.


13.) 17 Jun 2018 16:53:56
Go to Iceland. might get another berger.


14.) 17 Jun 2018 19:51:43
I really didn’t think it would go on this long? . ha ha.


15.) 18 Jun 2018 08:45:42
"I really didn't think it would go on this long" Asda been something going on? We could bring in Danny waitRose.


 

 

04 Jun 2018 01:20:52
New story out that Liverpool have bid £79m for Jan Oblak. even though this story is likely untrue it got me most haha.

Smurf

1.) 04 Jun 2018 03:37:33
Hahaha these stories are targeted towards unreal fans. We should have replaced Gerrard after the slip, lol. Instead of having the overly optimistic season and signing Lazar Markovic that summer. I remember people saying, but he has won the league wherever he has played.


2.) 04 Jun 2018 08:38:10
I don't know why you think this isn't true ;) my 'sauce' told me it's a done deal, medical today, announced 10am tomorrow!


3.) 04 Jun 2018 09:13:37
Is that a tomato sauce? Béchamel sauce? Mint sauce? There’s so many sauces to choose from! 🤔.


4.) 04 Jun 2018 09:30:35
I shouldn't be telling you Chardd but I'm in a good mood. Its Romesco, very reliable mate trust me. ;) .


5.) 04 Jun 2018 11:00:57
Oblak does not in any way suit the way we play. Unless klopp is changing his system to suit the goalkeeper.


 

 

05 Mar 2018 01:03:43
Hey eds n reds. just wondering if the eds could tell me whether Dani Ceballos is being looked at as a Jorginho type deep lying playmaker or is he being looked as a partner to Keita infront of that DLP.? Cheers.

Smurf

{Ed002's Note - I have not decided tactically how I will use him just yet.}


1.) 05 Mar 2018 11:17:44
Thanks ed002 i really appreciate your help 👌.


2.) 05 Mar 2018 18:34:46
The kid has hardly kicked a ball in top flight football, I don’t know how he would walk into our team!


3.) 05 Mar 2018 21:02:02
BD-He’s played over 100 top flight games.


4.) 06 Mar 2018 09:07:27
Harry, he played a lot of football for Betis before joining RM. hardly a kid.


 

 

 

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17 Apr 2021 01:30:03
Eds n reds. we need some rejuvination in the squad obviously. especially Midfield. if we r to see Shaqiri, Keita, Minamino and likely Wijnaldum move on. i feel like Firmino should be moved to Midfield. his workrate, pressure and creativity would be ideal and can obviously chip in with the odd goal. i dnt think we woukd get a huge chunk of money for him if sold and i feel still has a lot to offer just not so much as striker. if the players above r sold and Origi, it fills a hole in midfield and gives us money and space in the squad to bring in a goal scoring striker. Unless Klopp sees Jota as our ST moving forward then bring in another winger along with adding Elliott. Hendo, Fabinho, Thiago, OX, Milner, Firmino and Jones i think would be perfect for midfield depth and rotation heading into next season. thoughts.?

Smurf

{Ed0666's Note - I would offer Leeds shaquiri and minanino for raphinha. Sell Keita and buy Bissouma who will cover for the loss of Gini.


1.) 17 Apr 2021 06:43:00
Why would Leeds want Shaq and Minamino? Neither improves their first team.
As much as I would like Raphinha, we are more likely to end up with a Daka or Malen as they will be cheaper and are specialist Centre forwards. Raphinha is possible only if Salah or Mane leave.


2.) 17 Apr 2021 08:44:38
But who will buy Naby?


3.) 17 Apr 2021 09:19:06
Leicester will buy Keita. And then they will ask for 50 million from us to put up with him.


4.) 17 Apr 2021 09:34:36
Also I wouldn't give up just yet on Taki.


5.) 17 Apr 2021 10:37:41
We won't sell Naby, sure he's the worst player on the planet! Stuck with his huge wages and terrible attitude for a few years.


6.) 17 Apr 2021 12:45:28
When does Keita contract run out?

{Ed002's Note - In two years.}


7.) 17 Apr 2021 12:56:20
Put in a cheeky bid for Saint Maximin. He’s upped his game and with good coaching could be very good.


8.) 17 Apr 2021 19:24:19
Any chance of raphina eds? Can't say I've seen much of him to be able to comment.

{Ed002's Note - Raphinha (RW) Leeds are expecting offers in the summer and want Michael Olise or Emiliano Buendia to replace him should a significant offer be accepted. I am not aware of any approach or declaration of interest from Liverpool at this time but the suspicion is that Manchester United have discussed him whilst enquiring after another player with his agent.}


 

 

08 Nov 2020 10:01:42
Hey eds n reds. just want to say im pretty keen to see a Fabinho Thiago Firmino midfield with Mane Jota Salah upfront. harsh on hendo but that midfield n front 3 to me look like an absolute weapon.

Smurf

1.) 08 Nov 2020 10:36:41
Firmino isn't a midfielder. Never will be a midfielder.


2.) 08 Nov 2020 10:37:52
Fabinho, hendo and Thiago for me.
I hope we find a solution for defence soon so Fab can go back into midfield where he belongs.


3.) 08 Nov 2020 12:20:30
Oh God! When will we realise that Hendo is irreplaceable in this side. He can press, he can pass, he can create space and move up and down the pitch. In today's football, a proper mf like him is quite rare. Go and ask United fans what they could give to have a mf like him ( yaya I know they donot know that Hendo is that mf)


4.) 08 Nov 2020 14:23:16
Henderson never getting dropped. Conserving his energy/ keeping him away from injuries is integral to our success as we certainly lose something when the captain is out. He has more than proven he's irreplaceable in the side, even with Thiago coming in. We have five incredibly class midfielders for three positions (Thiago, Henderson, Fabinho, Wijnaldum, Milnerinho) and that doesn't take into account Naby, Ox or Curtis Jones.


 

 

11 Aug 2020 13:05:49
Hi eds. lots of talk at the moment of Talles Magno being "in advanced talks" with liverpool and that he would like to play under Klopp as his preference. £18m is the number being thrown around. can any of the eds shed any light on this rumour.?

Smurf

{Ed002's Note - Try searching.}


1.) 11 Aug 2020 16:36:27
I know you say he isn't for the first team ed02, I've seen people say "bit of an elliot situation" but we paid a few mil for elliot. Not 18mil. That's a pretty hefty fee for an u23 player. In fact have we ever paid anything near that for a reserve player? I'm guessing not. I can't see us paying 18mil for one for the future. Especially as we're so skint. If we're paying that much surely he's for the first team squad.

{Ed002's Note - I don't know where that number has come from.}


2.) 11 Aug 2020 16:53:22
Me neither ed02 mate, seen it posted here so I'm guessing that's the number in the newspapers. But they're usually in the ball park, these figures printed in the media. I'll take your word over recycled click bait though.

In a different thread, do you see elliot having a bigger part to play this coming season.

Thanks for your reply BTW. Nazareth, that was great. Didn't even get it straight away.


 

 

02 Mar 2020 23:59:42
Hi eds. im not sure if you will find this a silly question or not, but i feel Keita has had ample time to get up and going and really hasn't made much of an impact as was expected. if the club were open to moving him on in the summer and with what seems like solid interest in Werner, would there be any chance of some sort of exchange between the two players. i do remember him maybe causing issues before he left to come to us so may be a definate no go, but just thought maybe it could be a possibility. i cannt see us getting anywhere near the price we paid back for him.

Smurf

{Ed002's Note - Well I am not sure if he would be allowed to move back to Germany after his conviction. He certainly disrrupted and upset the players at the club, the fans, the locals and restaurant workers. As such, I suspect any sort of exchange with RBL is unlikely.}


1.) 03 Mar 2020 10:27:31
So obviously we have signed a wrongen there then, on the pitch is most important and he has failed too live up too what we thought we were getting, I think if there is an opportunity too get rid we cut our losses an go after a more reliable team player .


 

 

24 Jan 2019 12:11:01
In my ideal world next off season we would move Lallana, Wijnaldum and Milner on. and replace them 3 with Sancho, Maddison and Neves. we can afford to have 1 less CM as Ox will be back in squad and be like a new signing. i would love to see Lewis get the chance to be deputy LB. Throw in someone like Werner to replace both Sturridge and Origi. Would be genuine party time for me. may aswell be greedy and throw in Bassaka for Clyne. why not haha. 👌.

Smurf

1.) 24 Jan 2019 12:31:49
Wijnaldum?

Hmm, tough crowd.


2.) 24 Jan 2019 12:32:38
Wjnaldum are you serious?! He is so underrated and just because he doesn't score lots or do fancy flicks he gets overlooked. In my eyes he and now fabinho are our 1st 2 picks in central midfield. And his work rate and attitude is top class.


3.) 24 Jan 2019 12:33:57
Wijnaldum is handed a new contract extension. It is Henderson who is surplus.


4.) 24 Jan 2019 12:53:41
Smurf what are you smoking. Gini out. Have you even watched us this year. and Maddison? For the money he would cost, but no way. give Wilson a chance.


5.) 24 Jan 2019 13:13:33
Smurf, please explain your outlandish desire to see Wijnaldum leave Liverpool Football Club.


6.) 24 Jan 2019 13:38:12
Wijnaldum, I was completely against him as a player and didn't think he was good enough for us but he has proved me wrong. Wanting him out now would be daft imo. He must've seen all my blasting of him because suddenly he started to be more consistent! Fair play to the lad. Wanting him out now? Is wrong, if you'd of said this even a few months ago I'd of completely agreed but times change and he's doing the job.


7.) 24 Jan 2019 13:46:05
Someone’s been having a play on the old FIFA career mode and soiled themselves with excitement.


8.) 24 Jan 2019 13:46:40
This system suits Gini down to the ground. It would have ridiculous decision to move him on.

People need to calm down on Neves. He's a class passer of the ball but he is useless positionally and weak in the tackle. He's basically a Jorginho who can shoot, and he should count himself lucky that Moutinho is there to mop up his subtle mistakes.

Don't get me wrong, Neves will be a superb player one day and he is already very good in most aspects, but he has a lot to learn before he reaches Wijnaldums level. I personally hope he signs for City to replace Fernandinho and make their team even more top heavy.


9.) 24 Jan 2019 13:49:16
Smurf just like Fruitba, I'm more interesting in what you're smoking. asking for a friend? Gini is the exact level of squad player we need, but on a serious note why don't you rate him? We all entitled to our opinions of course.


10.) 24 Jan 2019 13:55:56
Ed 1, might you have embellished a little on the statement made by Brenden by any chance lol. Hilarious as usual, love it.

{Ed001's Note - the quotes are genuine quotes.}


11.) 24 Jan 2019 14:26:57
We play a 4-2-3-1 more and more these days and Gini is perfect for that alongside a DM like Fabinho. I genuinely think that’s our best formation these days, especially against the weaker sides where 4 forwards helps unlock defences. I don’t see why we’d move him on at all kids given his performances this year.

I’d also keep Milner IMO, simply because he’s a role model in the dressing room and able to cover midfield, Trent and Robbo.

Lallana I get, but Ox will be back next season which will add the extra layer in attacking midfield he covers.

The real issue IMO is covering Sturridge and Origi who just don’t suit the way we play. I’d like to see us bring in a really exciting forward for one of those (eg Werner), and let Wilson and Brewster provide cover for the other.


12.) 24 Jan 2019 14:37:16
don't get why we would want to lose Milner or Gini both massive part of the first team, I think Lallana Sturridge and Origi, should be moved on would love Wilson and Brewster to get moved in to replace Lallana and Origi. And a striker with more experience to replace Sturridge. I think swapping Wilson and Brewster will make the squad stronger. I hope we could get one more year out of Milner unless he wants out then we will need a new midfielder. but would rather keep Milner for one more year. would love de ligt to replace lovern and Matip with one of the youngsters moving up to fill out the squad I think between de ligt Gomez and Trent them 3 could rotate nicely to give them all plenty of game time.


13.) 24 Jan 2019 16:42:37
The only ones I'd try to move out are Lallana and Sturridge. I'd try to hold on to Origi and Wijnaldum. And let all the others (Brewster, Ox, Wilson) give it their best shot in the summer and let the chips fall where they may. I'd even try to hold on to Matip as a 4th choice and for as long as his contract permits. Better to have a 3rd or 4th choice CB who has experience and knows the system inside out, rather than a novice who may or may not make the cut.


14.) 24 Jan 2019 17:01:49
I sort of get what the op is trying to say. If we want to get the midfield to the level of our defence and keeper or the level of the front 3, then it needs some improvement. At the very top level 3 out of Milner, Hendo, Gini, Fabs are not quite good enough. One real top player needs to be added so probably one would have to make way.

I am still hoping Keita is that player.


15.) 24 Jan 2019 18:13:56
At the very top level Fabinho certainly is good enough. He will get better and better. Cracking buy. We should just keep buying Brazilians, I can't remember when it failed us doing that.


16.) 24 Jan 2019 18:29:57
ATM Klopp doesn't seem to agree Adam he didn't make the starting 11 for our biggest game of the season v City. I like what I have seen from him and can easily see next season him being better than the other 3.


17.) 24 Jan 2019 19:28:47
Haha clearly on the outer there. but sorry lads just my opinion. i do like wijnladum but would much prefer Neves. He is much younger, already as good if not better and can play in multiple positions like Wiji. basically im effectively saying Maddison over Lallana, Ox for Milner and Neves for Wiji. definate upgrade for me. while bringing the age profile down, which inturn gives us more chance for a long stint challenging at the top. and by the way it is the devils lettuce that im smoking people 🤙 hav a good day eds n reds.


18.) 24 Jan 2019 19:41:42
As fun as Fifa is, I don't see how we could afford any of those three. None of their clubs have any interest in selling and prices have been quoted as high as £100M, Maddison would most likely be less then that but Leicester have no interest selling so we'd still have to overpay for a player that definitely wouldn't start.

Madness.


19.) 24 Jan 2019 19:42:30
Smurf, thank you for confirming what I suspected.


20.) 24 Jan 2019 19:45:46
I can see half this squad going if we don't win the league. If by some miracle we win the league I still see a lot going as klopp might just do a fegie and rebuild a new team.


21.) 24 Jan 2019 19:50:04
Mark08, is the European Champions League final and top of the Premier League with 60 points after 23 games not ‘the very top level’? Those midfield players who you have dismissed as not quite good enough put us there.
Having said that, it is worth recalling in this week of Bob Paisley’s 100 birthday that the great man was always looking to improve his team and squad, even after they had won the League and European Cup. There will always be someone out there better than we have got - if we can afford them and if they want to come to us.


22.) 24 Jan 2019 20:30:29
Wirral you are 100% correct mate. The players we should be replacing though are Mignolet, Moreno and Origi who are clear weak links. Milner and Sturridge are at the end of their contracts too. That's at least 5 players on my list to replace before Wijnaldum's place in the squad is even debated. 5 first team squad players leaving in one summer is about average though. We'd probably only need a few to replace them all. A second keeper, a versatile defender and a versatile forward. I do think we could see a shock exit though with Keita or Lallana being replaced by a top class midfielder despite what Klopp says to reporters about them both.


23.) 24 Jan 2019 20:41:02
I really hope that Keita gets his act together, but I too am not sure about him, he just might not settle in to the premier league, and may want to move back to Germany, or Klopp might move him on, time will tell .

{Ed002's Note - He may well struggle to find a club in Germany.}


24.) 24 Jan 2019 21:23:26
Wirral would you be confident playing the CL final this year agains't Juve with Gini, Milner, Hendo in midfield? I know I would'nt be.


25.) 24 Jan 2019 21:30:15
Happy, you have already given up on Naby after being here for 5 months? I recall people saying the same thing about Fab (same for Robbo, Ox etc) YET here he is getting it done. I seem to recall Ilkay Gundogan taking 6 months to get to grips with the Klopp system at BVB after he signed with them. We all know how he has turned out, right?

Here's a thought. How about we maybe we could just support him thru his tough times and give him all the time he needs to get up to speed with the system we play cos he is clearly a proven, fantastic player before we talk about moving him on after him being with us for a few months? Just a thought, mate.


26.) 24 Jan 2019 21:35:32
Mark08, I would be confident with a midfield of 3 from Fabinho, Hendo, Gini and the Ox - as long as Mo wasn’t put out of the game in the first half by an outrageous physical assault.


27.) 24 Jan 2019 21:39:20
MK Scouser, sorry if I gave the impression that I am actively looking to replace Gini - I love the guy and think he has proven beyond doubt that he is good enough for the Reds.


28.) 24 Jan 2019 23:45:05
Smurf, Wiji? Come on, man. I know he can go missing in games at times but for the last couple of months, he has been very good for us. He is a brilliant footballer and very talented. He can play all three positions in our midfield, he is that talented. he just has to keep being consistent as he has been and he will be here for another few years. Milner has been awesome for us this season and I expect Klopp to want to keep him BUT it will depend on what Milner wants and I'm sure Klopp will not block a move if that is what Milner wants.

As for Hendo, he is going nowhere, IMO esp. now that he is back to full fitness. He is a warrior who is Klopp's head on the pitch as he is the most tactically aware midfielder we have. If I would pick who should leave, it would be Lallana, Studge, Origi (even tho I rate him as a player) and Moreno. I won't be surrised if one of either Matip or Lovs left cos they are both injury prone.


29.) 24 Jan 2019 23:49:54
Neves is a fantastic player, absolutely no doubts there. I agree with MKS that he suits Wolves, where he can be the focus of the team, with Moutinho to cover him. Maddison looks a good prospect, but I'm not convinced that he'd actually add much to LFC at this point - I'd expect that he'd do well to stick where he is right now.

However, I genuinely feel that our midfield is in good shape right now.

Firstly; I feel that Keita will come good. He's not shown his full ability yet, but I do think he will. Fabinho has proven himself as a shrewd buy - I had my doubts, but I was wrong (I usually am), he'll be a big presence in midfield going forward. Gini has been fantastic this year, so I have no concerns with him (like others, I did when we signed him - but, again, I was wrong) . He's really proven himself to be a great asset, you feel calm with his name on the team-sheet; which says a lot.

I think we'll see the likes of Milner leave, most likely. Henderson will need to be managed correctly, but still adds a lot of value when he's fit. We'll also have Alex back shortly and I pray that he makes a full recovery - I've absolutely loved his journey since he joined us; fantastic player, fantastic character (one of the signings I genuinely did have a good feeling about) .

I can also see TAA moving into midfield and flourishing over the next couple of seasons.


30.) 24 Jan 2019 23:51:57
in my ideal world i would just sign Coutinho.


31.) 25 Jan 2019 06:07:15
I would respect anyone’s opinion when they tell me they rate Gini but for the life of me I just can’t see why. He doesn’t have a particularly great pass on him, can’t can’t tackle, gets pushed off the ball easily, doesn’t score and doesn’t assist. If someone wants to tell me why’ve they rate him beyond the semantics of “he’s great in this system”, “he’s underrated” etc.


32.) 25 Jan 2019 09:36:40
Klopp Top, I am a big fan of Gini Wijnaldum but I accept it is sometimes difficult to pinpoint exactly what his outstanding attributes are (he is more of an all-rounder) but I will have a go. For a start, I disagree with you about his passing - he has a good range of long and short passes - and his strength on the ball - he is very difficult to knock off the ball. He puts in tackles, interceptions and closes down space really well. He wins the ball and recycles possession really well. He combines well with whoever else is selected in midfield, having the versatility to play several roles. He has a great engine and gets around the pitch really well, protecting the defence and supporting the attack. I accept that he does not get many goals or assists but I would argue that is not a big problem as that is not his role in the team and there are others who are really strong in that department. After all, it is a team game and not everyone is expected to fulfill every role.

Finally, this is what Klopp has to say about Gini after the Arsenal game at Anfield in December 2018 :

“He’s an outstanding player. He combines a lot of things that you need. On a one-on-one situation, he can keep the body between the opponent and the ball, then pass the ball. I don’t know how many positions he’s played. In the double-six he plays really well. He can play all three positions in midfield and that’s really nice. All the boys are really versatile, to be honest. ”

If he’s good enough for the boss, then he’s good enough for me!


33.) 25 Jan 2019 15:31:47
I've been an ardent critic of Wijinaldum but, for the majority of games he has played this season, he has been excellent. I would not sell him based on his contributions this season unless he goes back to his inconsistent, invisible self. The fact is he has, by an large, been consistently good this season and probably our best midfielder (though Fabinho is pushing him in that regard) - I think others may be on the chopping block long before Wijinaldum.


34.) 26 Jan 2019 03:10:36
The only people who want Gini out, are those who don't watch him play, and of course, saboteurs.


35.) 26 Jan 2019 06:55:05
Neither gini or hendo should be surplus. I've always been a lallana fan but I think his injury killed his LFC career and I think he should join Bournemouth, Southampton or maybe spurs.

{Ed025's Note - spurs robbie?, i know they are desperate for players, but surely not that desperate mate..


 

 

 

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20 Feb 2020 22:05:47
I can see Firmino moving into the creative midfield role to be honest. which makes room for Werner. his tracking back and pressing would work fantastic in midfield. and add the creative spark he brings that we don't really have at the moment in midfield would be great. i would absolutely love us to move on Lallana, Milner and Wijnaldum with Ruben Neves. Curtis Jones and Firmino the 2 effectively taking the other 2 spots. as our midfield is mostly around 30+. good players, but to keep longevity at the top i feel we need to always be evolving.

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22 Jan 2020 21:32:17
Would it be wrong to think that come the end of the season, Shaqiri's place in the squad might be replaced by Wilson.?

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13 Aug 2019 04:36:16
Calf injuries are very unpredictable. generally speaking they are around 4-6 weeks. but they can also be a nightmare to get over and have seen up to 12 months out with a reccuring calf.

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30 Jul 2019 22:13:58
I wonder if we spent a big portion of this years budget when we spent big last year. kind of like wat ed002 mentioned arsenal are doing this year.? im in two minds about not bringing in a player or 2 to strenthen. slightly nervous that we are standing still, but also think with players like Ox, Keita, Brewster, Wilson n even Hoever a potential RB option, that we are capable and maybe even better placed to have another big season. i guess only time will tell.

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18 Jun 2019 10:07:23
Dont mind the idea of Mcarthy as a backup GK, but i would love us to go for Sessegnon as partner to Robertson for the LB position.

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23 May 2019 12:32:49
Ed002 could u elaborate on Sturridge to Australia please. as an aussie i find it very hard to believe any of the clubs could afford anything like what he would accept. i guess melbourne city are owned by manchester city tho. just feel something like LA galaxy would be more his style and acceptable wages.

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24 Jan 2019 19:28:47
Haha clearly on the outer there. but sorry lads just my opinion. i do like wijnladum but would much prefer Neves. He is much younger, already as good if not better and can play in multiple positions like Wiji. basically im effectively saying Maddison over Lallana, Ox for Milner and Neves for Wiji. definate upgrade for me. while bringing the age profile down, which inturn gives us more chance for a long stint challenging at the top. and by the way it is the devils lettuce that im smoking people 🤙 hav a good day eds n reds.

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18 Sep 2018 12:13:05
Harry Kewell.

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31 Jul 2018 10:25:36
Shaqiri is definately capable of playing that role. plus Lallana will be back fit and Keita could also play that role. we are way stronger in midfield then we were last season 👌.

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31 Jul 2018 01:37:42
Please tell me this is a stitch up. i know ed02 said ages ago he flirted with them but also i reckon both eds hav said there will be no efforts to sell him atleast for this upcoming season. unfortunately with the amount we have spent on players i can see us potentially selling to recoup most if not more then our spending this summer. would any eds like to elaborate on this please.?

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