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Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher believes new signing Bradley Barcola faces a daunting task to break into the starting XI following Cody Gakpo's sensational display against Ipswich Town. Despite the Frenchman's record-breaking arrival, he had to settle for a place on the bench before coming on as a substitute, while his rival for a starting spot dominated proceedings at Portman Road.

Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola has dismissed any lingering concerns over Cody Gakpo's commitment following the late collapse of his proposed transfer to Manchester City. The Dutch forward quickly put the disappointment behind him, immediately bouncing back in style by providing two crucial assists in the Reds' recent 2-0 victory over Ipswich.

Liverpool striker Alexander Isak has admitted his journey to peak fitness at Anfield has been a grueling process after his match-winning brace against Ipswich Town. The Swedish striker struck twice in the opening nine minutes to secure a 2-0 victory, marking a turning point following a difficult debut campaign on Merseyside.

Andoni Iraola has hailed the impact of Alexander Isak after the Swedish striker’s clinical first-half double guided Liverpool to a 2-0 victory against Ipswich Town. The win marks Iraola’s first three points since taking the reins at Anfield, moving the club past a stuttering start to the new Premier League campaign.