Liverpool Transfer Rumours

25 May 2019 20:20:16
Ed you mentioned we have interest in Diego Lllorente, do you no if we are looking to bring him in this window please?

{Ed002's Note - As I have previously said, Diego Llorente (CB) has been watched by Marseille, Spurs, Atletico Madrid, Liverpool, West Ham, Fulham and Sevilla since joining Real Sociedad in the summer - Spurs could be tempted as they expect TA to leave – and I would certainly not rule out a Liverpool offer.}

25 May 2019 22:44:37
Never seen him play, I assume to replace Lovren or matip? What’s he like?

26 May 2019 08:49:55
I've not seen him either Firmane. According to his Whoscored player profile he can play either centre back or defensive midfield.

They've got his strengths listed as concentration and passing. His weaknesses listed as tackling and discipline. His playing style listed as a player who likes to carry the ball out from the back and offers an aerial threat from set pieces.

I agree he'd be a Lovren or Matip replacement though. Sounds a lot like Matip actually.

26 May 2019 06:33:11
Thank you Ed!
Would that mean Gomez losing his starting spot or would Llorente come in as back up to him and Virgil, with one pf Lovren and Matip leaving either way?

{Ed002's Note - One would expect someone to make way if Llorente were to join - and I would expect that to be Matip or Lovren. If Llorente were to arrive as a starter then I could only assume Gomez would simply be expected to provide cover for all defensive positions.}

26 May 2019 09:08:04
He would have to be a replacement for Lovren as no way is he as good as Matip or Gomez.
He isn't particularly tall at 6ft 1 and isn't quick either. Underwhelming if I'm honest!

26 May 2019 09:28:05
To be fair, Matip and van Dijk have looked a very good partnership at the back.

26 May 2019 10:14:04
When fit, Gomez is number one with Virgil. He was too good not to be. Anyone brought would be as cover IMO.

26 May 2019 12:28:49
I dunno. Joe gomez was outstanding before his injury. I don't see us buying a high profile cb. And when called upon, lovren and mainly matip (even the kid can't remember his name) did well.

The only concern is keeping joe fit. I think the very best teams have a solid cb partnership and vvd and gomez seems perfect. Matip seemed to be favoured over lovren and if dejan decides to leave then we may buy someone. In my humble opinion.

26 May 2019 18:50:32
Could be a "Just-in-case" scouting. 40 mil offer for Lovren in late July, and were do we turn?

25 May 2019 16:33:19
We are fighting it with Wolves to sign Memphis Depay.

Not even sure I want him. He didn't do much for the mancs did he.

25 May 2019 17:17:59
Salah didn't do much for Chelsea either.

25 May 2019 17:27:12
And salah didn't do much for Chelsea.

I don't believe this rumour tbh doesn't seem like a Klopp player but anyone who signs will have my full support.

25 May 2019 18:29:11
I’d like to think we would be more of a draw that wolves.

25 May 2019 18:57:39
Not sure on him. Rubbish at man u. Looked good for lyon but it's a poor league.

25 May 2019 19:06:36
He joined Man Utd far too soon and was not ready for the step up to the premier league. Depay is skillful and quick and I reckon Klopp could seriously improve him.
Liverpool really need a new attacker, so he could be an option.

25 May 2019 19:16:22
We are fighting Wolves for Depay? Nah not for me. Not unless one of front 3 is leaving. He ain’t a back up player.

25 May 2019 19:18:00
I said on another post how good it would feel if we signed Depay and he become really good for us. Big slap in the face to the Mancs.

I'm also in the camp where I don't think it's going to happen though.

25 May 2019 21:11:18
Very good player, perhaps not as top as Mane and Salah but not far off. Quick, and has become his national team’s go-to attacking choice.
Can play wide or through the middle.
I’d be happy with Depay as the Sturridge replacement.

25 May 2019 22:08:04
Any replacement for Danny sturridge would be beneficial.

{Ed002's Note - Move Brewster on then?}

26 May 2019 02:52:15
Obviously, we hope Brewster can become a monster so it would be foolish to sign any other young talent in that position. I guess it depends on whether we decide to Keep Origi or not. I hope he stays, he has been reliable when called upon and most of the stars out there wouldn't be comfortable playing every third or fourth game. Id Rather see us aiming for one top class player, whatever the position and moving on a few. Maybe we pull another Allison and sign the best possible player available. In this case Werner or De Lift? Lol.

26 May 2019 04:35:08
I'd take him. We need a player who can fight our front 3 for a spot so we can challenge on all fronts. The Shaq is good but we need another player for so many games. I imagine Studge might be leaving and Brewster will be eased in.

I think the rumour comes from his Instagram stories. He posted a couple of videos wearing a red suit, boarding a red jet and the video said "Merci Lyon" - Doubt he's going back to United. Not sure what other red teams have been linked with him apart from us. Maybe the Eds know?

26 May 2019 07:53:17
Will Depay want to be at a club and not be first choice? I also don’t see him going Wolves.

26 May 2019 09:38:51
Ed. no absolutely not move brewster on. But sturridge for anyone in any other position 100%.

{Ed002's Note - So what are Liverpool going to do with all of these players? Or is Depay a Firmino replacement?}

26 May 2019 11:28:46
I don’t get when people say Depay isn’t a Klopp type player. Neither was Shaqiri apparently, yet we still signed him and he still did we at times this year.

26 May 2019 12:36:47
If anyone talks about selling origi again i will eat my scarf, my shirt and my tracksuit.

That said depay would be a decent option. What side does he play? Left footed on the right? If so its possible but if he is left footed and plays on the right it seems doubtfull as we have mane and origi who have been brilliant for us in that position. Could an attacking mid be made out of him?

26 May 2019 13:14:30
Sorry, i really mean if he plays on the left, we don't need him. If he plays on the right its more of a possibility.

25 May 2019 07:46:49
According to Sly sports, we have shown an interest in bringing Ramos to the premier league. silly season at its best! 🤦‍♂️.

25 May 2019 09:01:44
This is from the section where Sly sports just post rumours from other newspapers. This one originated from the Daily Star which tells you everything you need to know about the 'rumour'.

25 May 2019 10:20:21
Probably comes from the same source who thinks we are going to spend €700m on Asensio 😂.

25 May 2019 11:15:13
not going to happen. both of them.

25 May 2019 11:54:45
Came from AS so assume it’s BS. Hopefully he’ll join the pensioners club at United.

25 May 2019 19:13:30
Yeah, he'd fit right in at Utd.

26 May 2019 12:45:27
He may be 33 and he may be a cheating thug (so was skrtel) but the bloke is and has been one of the best in the business for a long time.

I hate him for breaking salah in the final. But players of his calibre should not be laughed off as only good enough for utd. (feels good saying that about utd) no offence salah mate.

W/ e though, he can't run fast enpugh to play in our system and he is a leader who will want to "run" whichever defence he plays for next season. Which i suspect will be real madrid. We have our leader at the back and i wouldn't swap him for 2 ramos'

24 May 2019 22:38:48
Are Napoli interested in Clyne?

24 May 2019 12:28:05
Liverpool have been keeping a close eye on Ayoze Perez and have approached Newcastle with an enquiry as to his availability.

24 May 2019 12:59:53
nonsense.

24 May 2019 14:23:13
Maybe not, mark. Maybe they inquired about his availability as a hairdresser, or they could be keeping a close eye on him because he was seen sniffing around the dumpster round the back of the training ground.

24 May 2019 16:31:51
Gotta ask why would it be nonsense?

24 May 2019 16:58:26
He's not good enough for this level.

24 May 2019 17:51:57
because there would be 20+ better options and if it was a choice on Perez or no one I am fairly certain it would be no one.

24 May 2019 17:54:07
Any updates on Bertrand tryora.

24 May 2019 18:06:18
oh stop it, everyone. he's really good. underrated. it wouldn't shock me if he is on our watch list, but what does that really mean. there's a long ways to go from being watched to being serious about acquiring.

24 May 2019 18:31:14
Well I respect your opinion but it's absolutely true that Liverpool feel Perez is an option and they are interested in him. He can play in the false nine role, either wing and would be available for around £20 million.

As I mentioned an enquiry has been made so you could possibly hear about it soon enough.

24 May 2019 18:52:32
I am just going to add this. There are a few players not considered good enough to be a red that Klopp has turned into a fans favourite. Ryan Fraser could be next.
Or Wif Zaha
Or van aanholt
Or gylfi Sigurdsson.

24 May 2019 20:26:14
Wrong post to reply to langland.

Wilf Zaha is being touted as a £80m transfer. So that's him as a no go.

Van Aanholt's best position is left back and Robertson is better. He wouldn't want to be back up.

Sigurdsson would be expensive too and I don't think he justifies value. He creates tons of chances but most are crosses to the outside of the box and have a 20% chance of becoming an effort on target. He can shoot from distance but I don't see the same work ethic as Klopp likes from his midfielders. He certainly doesn't work as hard as Milner, Henderson or Lallana.

24 May 2019 22:29:59
Well said potato.

25 May 2019 07:39:53
To the people who suggest that Perez isn't good enough for Liverpool. He was the hardest working forward in the league, he completed 60 tackles compared to Firmino who completed 29. He scored 12 league goals in a very average Newcastle team, the same as Firmino. He made 42 interceptions compared to Firmino who made 6 interceptions. However Firmino completed more passes, 1279 compared to Perez who completed 779.

At the age of 25, for someone who can play anywhere across the front from inside forward to false number nine, and with plenty premier league experience, why is it so hard to believe that Liverpool have made an enquiry for this player? If Liverpool sign him or not is a different matter, I'm just sharing what I know and that is that Liverpool have been watching him closely and see him as a realistic option.

25 May 2019 08:40:29
Good player Perez.

He at Newcastle and that explains his low passes.

Great shout to go for him imo.

25 May 2019 12:51:00
Bhayne you make a good case. Let's see what happens. Easy though to compare with Firmino last season as he had a well below par season.

25 May 2019 15:30:25
My sentiments too bhayne. Looks decent the times I've seen him and is a grafter which Klopp likes. Case of snobbery me thinks.

26 May 2019 12:55:56
People said the same things aboit robbo and aoc. When are people going to stop questioning our recruitment?

26 May 2019 14:14:00
Yes I think people seem to forget that Klopp and his team of coaches has the ability to improve players.

Being around top quality players day in day out can also make you up your game. As mentioned above, Robbie and the Ox are perfect examples, even Gomez alongside Van Dijk.

If Liverpool do sign Perez I think it could be a great bit of business.