Liverpool Rumours Archive July 03 2020

 

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03 Jul 2020 19:10:24
I saw in one of your responses that Leeds would be interested in Wilson if they were to be promoted. Could a swap deal for Ben White be realistic?

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{Ed002's Note - Zero chance.}

03 Jul 2020 20:42:32
Given that Leeds don't own White I think it would be difficult.

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03 Jul 2020 20:47:15
Ben White is a Brighton player.

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03 Jul 2020 22:46:54
Mainly zero as Ben White is a Brighton player and is only on loan at Leeds for this season 😉.

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03 Jul 2020 15:29:17
Hi Eds, would like to know your thoughts on the CB question. If Lovren was to leave would you bring in Diego Carlos, if finances allow, as first choice to play alongside VVD or would you keep Gomez alongside VVD and bring in Phillips as back-up with Matip?
Thanks.

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{Ed002's Note - I understand why Klopp wants to add a high-end starting CB such as Diego Carlos but it would push Gomez in to a position of providing cover across the back four - so there would be some disruption. If Liverpool add Diego Carlos or another CB then time may have come for Nat Phillips - Stuttgart would like to keep him on loan and may be open to buying him at the right price. Another loan would give him exposure at a higher level and by next summer it will be much clearer.

03 Jul 2020 14:47:11
Ed do you see Naby Keita starting more frequently in the team as his form of late has been very impressive and Do you think there would be any need to sign an attacking midfielder or utilizing Keita in that role?

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{Ed002's Note - If Keita comes good and can be consistent then he could make that role his.}

03 Jul 2020 15:25:23
Am not sure I’d say very impressive. He’s done ok in a few games. I think I’d rather sell to make some funds and let’s Jones take he's place.

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03 Jul 2020 19:50:10
He is bang average, won’t make it in the Premier League from what I have seen, he is erratic, loses the ball too often and has some major injury concerns
I cannot talk up any positives and he would not get anywhere near City’s midfield so why he is good enough for ours baffles me!

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03 Jul 2020 23:11:56
Not really sure where the impressive performances have come from. He was ok against Everton for 60 mins when everyone else was poor and he had 8 mins against Palace. Then last night he didn’t do much but also don’t get much opportunity as the team looked disinterested by the time he came on. Next 6 game could be big for Kieta though.

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04 Jul 2020 02:44:56
I am looking forward to all of you saying that you got it wrong with Kieta, there has been flashes of brilliance, let's see what a good run in the team and staying injury free does for him.

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04 Jul 2020 05:02:18
The gall of a reds fan to call naby bang average 😂
Get that he could have played with more consistency but to call a player with his skills bang average is a joke. if he played for Watford everyone would want us to sign him 🤣🤣
Bang average Hahahaha I’m dying
Let me know where I can come and watch you while you work mate 😂😂😂.

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04 Jul 2020 06:47:28
Spoony I stand by what I said, I don’t see anything positive in Keita, he is BANG average and I guarantee he will be injured again before next season starts, he is not meant to be
As for my work, I am a grumpy old ‘Project Manager’ in the construction industry so you are welcome to spend the day on site under my direction if you feel that is your calling!

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04 Jul 2020 06:50:39
Just to add, Wijnaldum is twice the player Keita is, a model of consistency, 7/ 8 out of 10 every game, relatively injury free, and has added goals when they were needed in vital games, my type of midfield player, and has a great work attitude too.

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04 Jul 2020 07:15:13
Everyone is entitled to their opinions but to call Naby bang average for me means you don’t truly understand football at all.

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04 Jul 2020 09:09:27
spoonlord you're the one everyone's laughing at, what has Keita done for you to be so impressed by him? Let us all know where you work and we can all come and watch you be sacked if your work rate is the same as Keita's. Get a grip, he needs to step up big time and show why Liverpool paid so much money for him.

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04 Jul 2020 22:14:24
Flashes of brilliance? What are you guys smoking? "Flashes of brilliance" justifies spending De Bruyne and Bruno Fernandes level money to bring him to the team? Really? There's no doubt he has talent. There's no doubt he has ability. But he has clearly not been producing the "flashes of brilliance" on any kind of consistent basis to warrant the adulation he's getting here. Even Ox does more.

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04 Jul 2020 23:56:03
ArAy1969 I think many of us are only being patient with him as it's been injury setbacks that have been the immediate reason he's only been able to show "flashes of brilliance". If he had been fit and available consistently while not offering much than we all would likely be agreeing that his time is up. I would like to see fans back him and then judge his game when he gets the chance to actually play and settle in which could be very likely with a proper pre season under his belt. That instant loss of trust you have toward him would be similar to how OX was viewed in his arsenal days, Gomez for us was never rated whenever injured, arjen robben would be diminished if going period with injury setbacks like van persie also. Some players have enough proven talent that you need to wait until they play fit and ready to see if they are actually a flop before they get put in that bracket imo.

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05 Jul 2020 11:09:54
There is nothing "instant" in my lack of trust, Har-red92. It's been 2 years already and we're going into our third year with no clear sign that he is going to step up massively to De Bruyne or Bruno Fernandes levels (because that's what he level he was bought for) . If you want to give him 4 years to recover his form of 3 years ago (like we did with Sturridge) then go ahead; but it will still be below expectations and hopes. I have nothing wrong against the man; I just feel the standard Liverpool "honeymoon" that each new player is given (six months if you look at Robertson, Fabinho and Minamino, now) is over. I don't believe it is right to be spending such amounts on a player that is not producing; it's as much a business decision as well as a footballing one. The man earns more, weekly, than Sadio Mane, Gini Wijnaldum and Joe Gomez; all vital and productive players. Do you think eyebrows are not raised about that in the dressing room?

He will not be sold, that's also clear to me. His value has probably halved by now and LFC/ FSG will not sell. And we will continue to rely on Robertson and TAA providing the majority of our creative thrust from the sides, because incisive thrusts and creativity from the middle (to make it more balanced, unpredictable and dangerous) is not at optimal levels; Ox is still trying to find his form of 2 years ago but always being present when called on.

I'm a strong believer in "value for money", especially in these challenging times. In fact, aside from the past 2 years or so, FSG was never in a comfortable enough position to be taking gambles. But we have a 50 Million player who doesn't start. You can't be happy about that.

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05 Jul 2020 11:48:03
I do understand your frustrations after 2 years but my reason is simply that I believe he can hit those high levels if he can get properly fit which I think is very possible now with him being able to manage his training and preparation with no distractions ahead of starting next season. If he fails to shrug off the injury issues for another year then absolutely I'd want him replaced.

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03 Jul 2020 12:13:00
Good evening eds

Do you know if Liverpool are keen to bring Nikolo Zaniolo of Roma to Anfield
Thank you

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{Ed002's Note - Nicolo Zaniolo (AM) It is thought that Juventus could offer Bernardeschi plus cash to Roma, but it is really cash Roma need and NZ remains sidelined with a very serious ACL knee injury although he hopes to be fit for the start of next season - Roma are not looking to sell and have others they would like to sell first. Their problems stem from a bad year from Monchi leading to wasting money they could not recover, and an owner who now won't put money in as he is looking to sell, and buyers, in the Friedkin Group, who are looking for a bargain. Prior interest of Barcelona, Bayern, Milan, Manchester City, Newcastle and a very good offer from Chelsea with the efforts of Mino have been rejected to stay at Roma or at least in Italy. He would be an ideal replacement for Shaqiri at Liverpool but would he get the game time and how big a risk would it be as he is still recovering from his ACL injury plus Liverpool do not have the money for such a purchase without selling. }

03 Jul 2020 12:41:34
Do you know how his recovery is going?

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{Ed002's Note - Well according to Roma.}

03 Jul 2020 12:58:43
Ed002, if i'm not mistaken you say that Lyon aouar could be a good option for AM position that Liv need. my question if whether Liv could afford him if we manage to sell a couple of our player because he seem to be quite pricey plus dealing with Lyon is hard? also do Liv actually have any interest in him as of now?

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{Ed002's Note - He would be a great option but I am afraid it is not going to happen, Lyon are difficult to deal with at the best of times but the player has made it clear that he would like to try his luck in Italy.}

03 Jul 2020 13:49:37
That is a shame, he seems to be a quite good young player. Ed, who is Liv first choice target for the AM position that is affordable right now other than the one you already mention in rashicha and brandt?

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{Ed002's Note - The situation is such that Liverpool may stick with what they have and use Minamino in that role.}

03 Jul 2020 10:36:16
Hi Ed's. Hope you are all well.

Just wanted to ask if you know of any genuine interest from clubs for any of the players we are willing to sell?

Karius, Lovren, Grujic, Wilson, Shaqiri .


Many thanks.

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{Ed002's Note - Loris Karius (G) Liverpool find him back on the doorstep and will need to find a solution - perhaps a reduced price and an early exit - CSKA and Hertha Berlin offer opportunities - does not wish to return to Turkey although there is interest from there. With Boeckx getting toward the end of his career and Roef's departure this summer already agreed Anderlecht would like him to challenge first choice Van Crombrugge. Wolves need cover, but Karius would not be first choice there - and regular playing time is what he will be after.
Devan Lovren (CB) there was interest from Roma but that has likely gone.
Marko Grujic (CM) Borussia Monchengladbach and Lazio have been talking to his agent and Liverpool will likely get offers from both clubs.
Harry Wilson (RW) Minamino likely ends his Liverpool career - Leeds, if promoted, may offer an option.
Xherdan Shaqiri (AM/RW) wants more game time and if he leaves it opens the door for HG player to ease an issue the club has - Seville interest slipping away - Galatasaray want a loan with an option to buy.}

03 Jul 2020 11:23:24
Thanks.

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03 Jul 2020 00:50:49
Hi Ed’s, seen the Thiago rumours have picked up again, any truth? Seems a bit strange if it is, obviously he is a very talented player but is getting on a bit and goes against FSG’s transfer policy.

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{Ed002's Note - I am not aware of any change to what I said before. I don't see a player like him as a priority for Liverpool - who will need to do as many other sides and prioritise their spending this summer.}

03 Jul 2020 07:18:55
I think it’s lazy journalists making up stories. He’s lightweight, injury prone and not the sort of player (at his age) who would suit the premier league or Klopp’s tactics. Vastly over rated footballer.

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03 Jul 2020 09:17:55
At 29 would not see that same age as Henderson and Gini if they did sign a midfielder am sure they would want a younger player.

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03 Jul 2020 09:24:58
Not seen anything about Thiago tumours tbh. He is a quality player though and would welcome him if he was to sign. Sounds like there is no way it happens though.

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03 Jul 2020 11:38:45
Make sense if Milner moved on to Leeds maybe? and if Grujic sold?

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03 Jul 2020 11:52:12
His age probably goes against him for a Klopp signing but another way of looking at it would be the experience, not just of playing but also everything he's won that he would offer.

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03 Jul 2020 12:05:06
The more I think about it makes me think it would make some sense if Lallana is leaving, I’m sure he could slot into the left hand side of midfield and also play further forward if needed. Ed001 what’s your thoughts on this one mate, do you think he could be a decent signing to play in the Premier?

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{Ed001's Note - it just seems a waste of money for a player of his age. We have Hendo, Milner and Gini who are experienced heads in there, we need young legs to learn from them, rather than more experience.}

03 Jul 2020 15:02:20
Could be a good replacement for Lallana and maybe Milner though ed while adding a bit of creativity and something different for midfield? Can't think of a central midfielder we currently have similar and the likes of Curtis Jones might learn a bit from him.

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05 Jul 2020 12:42:23
I don't see his age as being a huge issue as many making out. He'll still be 29 come end of next season. Matip, VVD, firmino, mane, Salah are all less than a year younger. I wouldn't expect them to only have a season or 2 left in them. Henderson and gini and Milner all having huge success later in their age than tiago is currently. If it was 60mil fee or something I'd be hesitant but 30 mil for a top proven versatile midfielder with plenty left to offer could be a great deal.

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