20 Dec 2016 15:08:27
Hi Eds. Great win yesterday. (I searched for Maia. ) Press is linking us with a Brazilian named Thiago Maia. Anything in it? Or would he be priced out of a move anyways?
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{Ed002's Note - Santos' Thiago Maia is of interest to PSG, Monaco, Zenit and Napoli in addition to Chelsea, Fiorentina and Manchester United who all have sustained interest and spoke with his previous agent. He is one of three players at the Olympics that Chelsea were interested in and a bid is still expected after seemingly successful discussions were held with his new representative - but Chelsea will not look to pay the outrageous asking price. PSG has spoken to Santos and after being rebuffed may return with an offer and Napoli have made it clear that they too are interested in making an offer, but the interest of Juventus, Monaco and Arsenal has waned - as the interest of Manchester United may have done. It is unlikely that any move will happen before the summer or potentially January 2018 unless an over the odds offer is made. Liverpool had a scout present at a Santos game in November (as did Zenit, Benfica and Kashima Antlers according to Santos) and that may be the cause of the report regarding Liverpool interest - but I really don't know why they had someone at the game. If they are looking to Maia it would be a significant spend on a teenager who plays as a defensive midfield player so it may take a change in shape of the side to fit him in - given Lucas can't get a game.}
20 Dec 2016 22:12:11
Could a creative DM signing move Henderson alongside Lallana?
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{Ed002's Note - Sure, Klopp could change the way the team is organised in order to accommodate a teenager.}
21 Dec 2016 09:10:57
Curious Eds, do you rate him? Who does he remind you of as a player? Were there any other players worth scouting at that game?
Thanks and Happy Holidays Eds!
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{Ed002's Note - I don't "rate" players but he is a player that plenty of clubs have shown an interest in. Scouts go to games all of the time - that is there job.}
20 Dec 2016 14:48:03
Hi eds haven't posted in a while hope all are well. I notice how strangly quiet the rumour mill is for this time of year. Usually at this stage there's 10 new players linked everyday.
Can you foresee us doing any business in or out in January?
Injuries permitting, I don't see us doing anything in the January transfer window.
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{Ed002's Note - Yes, I expect there is a decent chance Liverpool will make a change or two. They have been looking at players but January choices are often limited.}
20 Dec 2016 17:05:22
Which players have they been looking at Ed002? If it's not possible to mention names, the could you please possibly tell what sort of player positions are they looking at? Cheers.
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{Ed002's Note - Read the posts and listen to the Sharkopod.}
20 Dec 2016 18:22:49
Ed2, where can I find the sharkopod?
Thanks.
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{Ed002's Note - I would suggest searching Nick.}
20 Dec 2016 19:47:10
When is the next Sharkopod due Ed, anything on the horizon?
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{Ed002's Note - There will be Sharkopods for Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United this week.}
20 Dec 2016 20:48:51
Sharkopods sound fishy?
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20 Dec 2016 22:29:17
Can I ask the Eds if there is any update on players the club might be seeking to move on (or loan) in January? We still have a large squad and was wondering - other than the obvious Sakho - if there is anybody that the club would like to see leave in January? I know that Klopp has spoken about his general desire to keep youngsters at the club to learn the 'Liverpool way' that he wishes us to play but was wondering if there are any exceptions that may gain (playing time) from being shipped out to teams who play a similar style to us?
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{Ed002's Note - There is nothing more than has previously explained at this time.}
21 Dec 2016 00:21:33
Thanks for the reply. With us seemingly mounting a reasonable challenge for a CL spot for next season I was wondering if the plans had been refined to accelerate the learning curve for the youngsters. I'll just have to be patient and wait for January I guess!
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{Ed002's Note - No, plans would not have changed with respect to the youngsters.}