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25 Aug 2020 13:16:12
Hi Ed's, given that sarr (cb) is now a free agent, only 21 and has some really good performance ratings; albeit in the French ligue 1, do you know of any interest from liverpool? I am not sure whether he is RCB as we desire or whether he is currently performing better than Gomez, but as you have stated we are keen to sign a new cb and with finances being so tight I see it as a perfect signing for club and player with the opportunity to play under Klopp and to play alongside (and potentially be mentored by) the best cb on the planet.
{Ed002's Note - Malang Sarr (CB/LB) has held talks with Real Betis, Chelsea and Bayer Leverkusen about a move and Borussia Mönchengladbach, Barcelona, Arsenal, Fiorentina and Atalanta have all declared an interest. The player was very keen on joining RB Leipzig who held discussions and had him as an option to replace Dayot Upamecano but they can now be discounted. He is one of the economically better options identified by Barcelona who want talks with his agent and his agent wants talks with Leicester. The player wants guarantees of playing time and right now it is unclear if he can step up as a CB to play at a higher level as Nice have used him more as a LB more often than not. There is no interest from Liverpool.}
1.) 25 Aug 2020 13:46:26
Ahh that's a shame I didn't know he was more of a LB, as always thanks for the insight and quick response Ed.
2.) 25 Aug 2020 20:56:00
Don't need MS. Two words: Billy Koumetio.
3.) 25 Aug 2020 20:05:58
There were rumours That he was going to sign for Chelsea then loan him out, is there any truth? Assume not as you say he’s looking for guaranteed minutes.
25 Jul 2020 11:55:55
Hi Ed's, long time follower first time poster. Daily Mail are reporting our interest in Betis' Aissa Mandi; he's a comfortable ball playing defender from what I've seen and reports suggest Betis need funds so it could be a clever move given our limited budget and Lovren moving for what would be a similar fee.
{Ed002's Note - Aissa Mandi (CB) Real Betis CB who Newcastle have an interest in. West Ham were interested last summer but not convinced, and instead opted for young prospect Goncalo Cardoso. Real Betis would sell at the right price. For Liverpool he would be a Lovren replacement and financially perhaps using Nathanial Phillips makes more sense. Another who would be off the AFCON.}
1.) 25 Jul 2020 14:55:09
If Nat Phillips is willing to be part of the squad as a support role I would seriously hope we consider it.
I guess it’s just a question of whether he would be willing to not play regular football. He is also helpful for our HG quota and no expense required.
2.) 25 Jul 2020 14:58:27
Agree with Ed002. Nathanial Philips can be a good backup instead of spending 90m on one.
3.) 25 Jul 2020 15:35:17
Nat Phillips please!
4.) 25 Jul 2020 16:38:14
Phillips did well against Everton when he was needed in the cup, I see no reason why he shouldn’t be a decent fourth choice.
5.) 25 Jul 2020 20:09:44
Am I the only one who would like a top class CB to be signed for the next season? Gomes has been passive off late and Klopp clearly want to shore up his defense. Without VVD we are literally pants and Diego Carlos is a beast. Highly experienced and a senior center back.
6.) 26 Jul 2020 03:05:40
I think indeed, it is a great opportunity if fund permit to get a first choice CB, not the 4th.
Remember, Matip can’t be relied upon to stay fit.
I would demote him to the 4th, and even 5th if any of the youngster will step up.
Between JG, VD and this new signing, they would take 2 slots.
And god forbid, what if JG or VD get injured? Rely on Matip?
Whatever has been said about Louvren, he is an extremely capable 4th choice, and together with Matip, they provide very good cover most of the time.
To get a 4th choice of his calibre, I am not particularly positive.
Can anyone name me a 4th choice CB in any club which you would take in place of Louvren?
7.) 26 Jul 2020 08:44:21
Both Matip and Gomez had spells last season when they made Virgil look inferior. Matip, in particular, was in sensational form before his injury. Phillips and Fab are more than adequate if needed.
8.) 26 Jul 2020 12:36:02
We tend to only use recent few games or weeks now to make judgements on our players and other teams players too. Players will have dips in what is so often top drawer level performances. Gomez had been immense since reagaining his place and up until we got the job done but now he's suddenly not good enough based on last few games where we were always going to lose a level of intensity.
Another post asks rhetorically what will we do if matip needs to replace one them due to injury. Seriously how could that person ask that after matip only last season played so regularly as a starting CB in a year we finished on 97 points and conquered Europe. Every one overreacting to any sign of frailty shown in just a small number of games that will be the least important fixtures Liverpool have had for ages and likely be a long time before we face into 6 or 7 games with no where near the importance and pressure these players faced with each of the last 100 or 150 games where we were never playing without a possible title up for grabs. Please appreciate that our players performed when we truly needed them to and it's only fair we accept they picked the perfect time to drop a few points.
To say nat Phillips played well against Everton means he's the answer is just silly. How about the level he sustains in the other 98% of the season. Can you say that he's proved enough other than using 90mins against a dreadful Everton attack to base your faith on?
9.) 27 Jul 2020 13:02:30
Brilliant post again, Har_red92. Gomez looks passive so a new CB needs to be signed. VVD has looked passive as well and Matip and Gomez esp., have outplayed him several times so by that pathetic logic by the OP, VVD should be replaced by a top CB yet he does not say who that would be. And by the way Harry, Louvren does not play for LFC. Dejan Lovren does.
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25 Jul 2020 14:06:36
Hi Ed's, long time follower first time poster. Daily Mail are reporting interest in Betis' Aissa Mandi; he's a ball playing defender from what I've seen and reports suggest Betis need funds so it could be a clever move given his versatility and our limited budget. Also Lovren will be moving for a similar fee as what Betis would command for Mandi given his contract entering it's final year. Major cons being age, non-hg and whether he can compete for starting 11. Do you know of any interest or see any truth in the rumour? Thanks for all the hard work eds; one of the few places you can get a level-headed assessment of the constantly churning rumour mill.
{Ed002's Note - I have already answered this for you. RTP.}
1.) 25 Jul 2020 21:26:28
If I may Ed002 RTFP.
2.) 26 Jul 2020 09:59:27
Nice one, Barry.
3.) 26 Jul 2020 12:23:53
Cheers RM.
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01 Feb 2021 10:30:34
Ed's, Sky Sports have just reported that we are discussing a move for Ozan Kabak, I know we have been linked with him a few times, do you know if this time it may have legs.?
{Ed002's Note - Schalke want him out of the club this month and have reduced his price and made him available on loan.}
05 Oct 2020 10:57:35
I watch most of our games Ed025 and also follow the stats, a player who was only given 814 mins in the prem last season returned 2 goals and 3 assists, granted he is playing in one of the most attacking teams in Europe but a solid goal creation ratio for someone you consider to be "awful". I'm not claiming he is the finished article but he has shown glimpses of a top player and with more confidence and opportunities may be able to achieve some consistency.
{Ed025's Note - im not convinced CS, loved him at RBL but he has been a bitter disappointment for me mate..
05 Oct 2020 09:57:27
Keita has looked sharper than ever as of late but admittedly does seem to just lose concentration at times in games. He has never really reached full confidence hence never reaching the potential that he shows glimpses off, for me it makes more sense to give him more opportunities to build his confidence than to sell him for what would clearly be a loss given his form and the current economic climate. I still think there is a class player in there somewhere and playing alongside Thiago may help his game.
{Ed025's Note - i dont know what games you have been watching CS, but he has been awful from day 1 mate..
25 Aug 2020 13:46:26
Ahh that's a shame I didn't know he was more of a LB, as always thanks for the insight and quick response Ed.
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