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25 Apr 2024 18:20:55
Hi Ed2
Was there an actual fallout between Edwards and klopp as reported in the media And was this why Edwards left initially?
{Ed002's Note - I am not aware of a "fallout" but as I have eplained before responsibilities were an issue.}
1.) 25 Apr 2024 22:00:07
I thought the "media report" was entirely speculation on the part of Jamie Carragher?
2.) 26 Apr 2024 15:11:53
Wouldn’t believe a word that comes out of Carraghers mouth it’s all basically Sly sports BS.
The fella blows whichever way the story/ gossip goes.
3.) 26 Apr 2024 16:17:57
Spot on, Klopp4pm. Carragher si the last person I would listen to.
4.) 26 Apr 2024 16:34:42
I'm not sure specifics were ever reported, but from the outside looking in there was a steady stream of departures of key people (Edwards, Graham, Ward) that coincided with Mike Gordon becoming less involved (FSG shifted his focus to other projects), Billy Hogan (a sales background) becoming more involved, and Billy Hogan being seemingly less capable of keeping Klopp from being a lot more involved in recruitment. Always got the impression it was a bad move to put a guy who enjoys pleasing people / getting yeses for a living in charge of Klopp, who needs a stern, strict boss like Gordon.
5.) 26 Apr 2024 17:14:48
Only things that come out of Carragher’s mouth is either embarrassing drivel or phlegm.
6.) 26 Apr 2024 17:59:09
To be absolutely fair to Carragher on this one he made it obvious he was making a supposition based purely on the timing of Edwards coming back. He didn't try to imply he had insider knowledge about a fallout between them.
7.) 27 Apr 2024 02:43:54
What’s the difference between ‘need to know’ and ‘I want to know’ @OP, what difference does it make? We are where we are.
24 Apr 2024 19:11:14
Hi Ed2
Is it possible that we could go back in for Amorim or has that ship now completely sailed. I am surprised he didn't take the job as it's seems like a great opportunity for any young upcoming manager to improve and became amongst the elite. Is something like issues over transfer really such an icebreaker?
{Ed002's Note - It is looking less likely and Slot is a good solution.}
23 Apr 2024 20:57:06
Hi Ed2
Thanks for your constant hard work and knowledge which is hugely appreciated.
You called the Slot option a few weeks ago and tipped him to be a very good klopp replacement.
Is he well rated out of the current crop of upcoming young managers? My concern is that we haven't seen very many successful managers from the Dutch league so for me a huge risk? Is there anything the club would expect from him as a minimum target next season?
also what can we expect style wise?
{Ed002's Note - He is a very good and very respected coach and I think might be able to keep Liverpool progressing. Klopp worked hard to overcome his issues and I think Slot could inherit a decent side and deal with issues over aging players over the next couple of years.}
1.) 23 Apr 2024 23:42:46
So we're signing frimpong, malen, hanko and wieffer
Dutch ball (I know hanko isn't Dutch) ;)
2.) 24 Apr 2024 04:28:21
I miss Kuyt.
3.) 24 Apr 2024 08:38:09
We should get Kuyt, Zenden and Ryan in the Babel copter.
4.) 23 Apr 2024 22:02:25
Hi Eds in your opinion would Slots appointment secure further contracts for Virj and Trent? And are there any foundations in rumours of Diaz heading to Barcelona for circa £100mill plus as thought they were under financial constraints and Salah to Saudi for a similar amount? I’d personally live to see us go all out for Isak as again Arsenal and Barcelona are sniffing him out - any chance? ??.
{Ed002's Note - The appointment of a coach will have no bearing on contracts wjich will need to be dealt with by Michael Edwards. I am not aware of any £100M offer for Diaz but there may be an opportunity for a part echange. There will be an offer from Michael Emanalo for Salah. Isak is of no interest to Liverpool.}
5.) 23 Apr 2024 23:17:09
What’s his strengths as a coach Ed? Would he be involved in transfers? Does he have a preferred style/ formation? I can’t say I’ve watched any eredivisie.
{Ed002's Note - It would be an attacking formation and he advocates open and attacking play. He may have a back seat in the transfer process which has caused concerns to others.}
6.) 24 Apr 2024 00:13:06
Ed, it looks like with this new structure that Liv are looking at someone who is more of a head coach instead of a manager like Klopp. That is why someone like Amorim is now considered unlikely as he wants more control over players that club will look at.
Do you think that this is a good way to go post Klopp era? And is it safe to assume that Slot is now the club preferred option to replace Klopp?
{Ed002's Note - I think you are largely correct. It is an approach that has been used for some years in Italy and is advocated by Damien Comolli, who Liverpool may soon be linking up with again.
The preferred option will likely now be Arne Slot.}
7.) 24 Apr 2024 09:14:28
Hoping he gives his countryman Sepp vDB a chance, if he comes of course.
8.) 24 Apr 2024 11:02:24
I don't think Barcelona could afford to buy Diaz even if they stuck him on Klarna.
9.) 24 Apr 2024 11:52:05
Is it the case that the linking up with Damien Comolli would come in the form of FSG looking to buy out RedBird Capital at Toulouse?
{Ed002's Note - It is not a case of buying Red Bird out, but extending the relationship.}
10.) 24 Apr 2024 12:33:30
Thanks Ed002, makes sense.
11.) 24 Apr 2024 14:49:07
Hi Ed, when you say 'it is an approach that has been used for some years in Italy and is advocated by Damien Comolli, ' is that a good thing or not and if so, why? Love to hear your thoughts.
{Ed002's Note - Some of the very best coaches in the world have had to get used to it but I think they should have at lease some input to the process.}
12.) 24 Apr 2024 15:23:47
I prefer the head coach approach in current times. Coaching, recruiting, evaluating scouting, and everything else is way too much for one person to handle well anymore. You can do it, but with compromises and those compromises will likely put you at a disadvantage against clubs that employ more specialized positions. With that said, I think Liverpool's structure under Klopp had some weaknesses, centered around defining roles and responsibilities in recruitment (or maybe Klopp was just too big of a personality to be contained) . This led to dysfunction, key departures (Edwards being one of them) and internal turmoil.
With that said, would Klopp accept being a head coach? Probably not. So the drama/ dysfunction came with the territory with him and the pay off far exceeded the issues it created. Heading into the future though, I'm happy to see LFC shore things up a bit and address some of these issues. Hopefully it will pay off and keeps us a couple steps ahead of our competitors.
22 Apr 2024 16:19:07
Hi Ed2 hope you are well.
What appears to be happening re our manager situation? Not sure if it's true that Amorim isn't our top target anymore and if so do you know who is/ could be. Is he being lined up by West Ham?
What reasons would there be for a change so close to the end of the season?
{Ed002's Note - West Ham spoke to his agents but won't be changing coach immediately - and they do have other options.}
1.) 22 Apr 2024 19:05:35
Could Jose M be a realistic option?
{Ed025's Note - no..
2.) 22 Apr 2024 22:04:03
I can’t imagine any self respecting Liverpool supporter would even remotely consider Mourinho as an appropriate appointment. His time is done, he can retire and stick to punditry and being Billy no mates when Fulham are playing at home.
14 Apr 2024 18:00:04
Hi Ed2
Not a knee jerk reaction but can we expect Nunez and Diaz to potentially leave this summer. Whilst they are good players I don't think they have enough to really replace Mane/ Firmino. I just wondered if this was actually being considered by the club as we clearly have issues finishing our chances.
{Ed002's Note - Diaz perhaps. Luis Diaz (LW) Could be surplus. His agent already has one player in the Saudi league and has been offering another high profile player he has - so he may well be looking at Diaz as well given Liverpool are well stocked in the position. Al-Hillal may offer a solution. Liverpool will likely resist a deal but could look to a deal with Barcelona if they are serious about Raphinha. Using him in part exchange for another may be possible. Thoughts that PSG want him as an Mbappe replacement seem wide of the mark to me given they have very clear targets already, but his agent has approached PSG - but no more than that. Father says he wants to move to Spain.}
1.) 14 Apr 2024 21:52:14
Not Nunez then Ed?
No interest in him?
{Ed002's Note - I am not aware of plans to sell him.}
2.) 14 Apr 2024 22:12:14
Thanks ed2 what a Sunday!
3.) 15 Apr 2024 09:56:57
I’d want to keep both, think it’s Salah who would make more sense to get rid of due to his age and the potential for a mammoth transfer fee from Saudi.
4.) 15 Apr 2024 10:44:21
Diaz Nunez and Gakpo just haven’t worked out. Lots of top attackers out there need a big refresh in the summer it’s a new era.
5.) 15 Apr 2024 11:18:45
It is safe to say we aren't simply going to sell all of our forwards and replace them. The new manager will have his own ideas and the folks in the new structure have their hands full with contract renewals, building the rest of the departments and making some decisions on fringe players.
Virgil and Trent renewals.
Salah decision and potential replacement.
Matip needs to be replaced.
A defensive midfielder is still needed.
Kelleher, Tsimikas will probably need to be replaced.
Career plans for all the breakout youngsters so they can continue their progression.
Replacing Diaz, Nunez and Gakpo as well would be too much work for a new structure to handle and a new manager to plan around.
6.) 15 Apr 2024 12:32:23
Gakpo would work out if he played on the left, Salah and Diaz are the ones i would be selling, because of their value, Nunez needs to go on the left and be a pest, we need a Jonathon David/ Oshimen type who will put the ball in the net
7.) 15 Apr 2024 13:29:50
FSGfleecingus - your argument started off ok until you suggested David/ Osimehn are the ones going to be putting the ball in the net.
8.) 15 Apr 2024 16:39:38
It was more an out and out central player, Davids finishing isn't too be sniffed at, i think his conversion rate would be better than Nunez, Oshimen is similar but again better than Nunez's.
9.) 15 Apr 2024 23:28:05
That’s why I said (2 much baggage) Toney or Watkins as an alternative would be clinical for us as strikers rather than risk another massive fee on another nunez. If Amorim comes in expect nunez to stay though as Will jota. Salah and diaz to leave along with other squad played and big earners.
22 Apr 2024 19:05:35
Could Jose M be a realistic option?
{Ed025's Note - no..
22 Apr 2024 17:17:21
Hi Ed 2
What kinds of things would they potentially disagree on? Is it transfers or salary etc?
{Ed002's Note - Typically responsibilities - salary won’t be a problem but Klopp still being involved in the transfer decisions might be - not for the first time.}
14 Apr 2024 22:12:14
Thanks ed2 what a Sunday!
12 Apr 2024 10:52:18
Thanks Ed and hope you have a good day.