Liverpool's high-profile move for Florian Wirtz last summer is being labelled a total disaster as former Reds star Didi Hamann suggests the club should prepare to cut their losses. The German international has failed to live up to his massive price tag, sparking intense debate over whether he will ever adapt to the demands of the Premier League.
Emile Heskey has, in an exclusive interview with GOAL, named Celtic boss Martin O’Neill and Liverpool icon Gerard Houllier as the best managers that he worked under. The ex- England international, who spent time with Leicester and at Anfield in his playing days, is now helping to find potential Premier League coaches of the future as part of an inspiring new enterprise.
Harvey Elliott’s quest to revitalise his career away from Anfield has hit another significant roadblock during his loan spell with Valencia. The Liverpool midfielder, who joined the Spanish side in search of regular minutes, is now facing intense scrutiny over his physical condition and future in La Liga.
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has launched a fierce defense of his international reputation, branding claims that he influenced the Netherlands' tactical setup at the World Cup as "completely baseless." The veteran defender hit back at suggestions that he was responsible for a shift in formation that contributed to the Oranje's disappointing exit.
Federico Chiesa is facing a crucial few months to save his Liverpool career after new manager Andoni Iraola reportedly told him to fight for his place or leave. The Italian forward has endured a miserable spell at Anfield and was recently left out of the club's Champions League squad.
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has confirmed he will continue his international career with the Netherlands following crunch talks with new head coach Xavi. The veteran defender had previously hinted at a possible retirement from the Oranje after a disappointing World Cup campaign earlier this summer.
After his recent performances, fresh criticism has been raining down on Florian Wirtz almost daily. Yet the Germany international is more important to Liverpool than it might appear at first glance.
The Hungarian midfielder added another incredible strike to his highlight reel in last week's Carabao Cup victory as he continues to revive the lost art of the long-range goal
Former Liverpool defender Andy Robertson has provided a heartbreaking insight into the emotional turmoil that engulfed Anfield following the tragic passing of Diogo Jota in 2025. The Tottenham defender revealed that the squad’s mental state was so severely impacted that the sport itself became an afterthought during a period he described as truly 'horrendous' for everyone involved.
Real Madrid’s star striker Kylian Mbappe (27) has revealed that he really once came close to a move to Liverpool. At the time, the current Germany head coach Jürgen Klopp (59) was still manager of the English top club.
Paris Saint-Germain are beginning to feel the aftershocks of Bradley Barcola’s blockbuster summer move to Liverpool, but not in the way many expected. While the French champions pocketed a massive €145 million fee, the departure of the winger has coincided with a dramatic slump in form for Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.
Dietmar Hamann (53), the former Germany international who played for Bayern Munich and Liverpool, is increasingly doubtful that Florian Wirtz’s (23) spell with the Reds will become a success story. He has also raised the possibility of a move to Bayern Munich.
Kylian Mbappe has detailed the extraordinary lengths Liverpool went to in 2017 as they tried to convince him to move to Anfield. Despite his mother falling in love with the club and urging him to sign, the French superstar ultimately opted to joins Paris Saint-Germain.
Andy Robertson has lifted the lid on the unique pressures faced by Trent Alexander-Arnold during their time together at Anfield, suggesting his former teammate suffered due to his nationality. The Scotsman, who now plies his trade for Tottenham, believes the English media and fanbase held the Real Madrid right-back to a different standard.
Alexis Mac Allister has thrown his weight behind Lionel Messi to add yet another Ballon d'Or to his record-breaking trophy cabinet. While the Liverpool midfielder prepares for a new era with Argentina, he insists that the Inter Miami superstar remains the standard-bearer for world football despite his advancing years.
Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney is reportedly prepared to take Andy Carroll to court following controversial allegations made in the former Liverpool striker’s upcoming autobiography. The England icon is said to be "livid" over suggestions that he hosted drinking sessions while on international duty.
Jeremy Jacquet fits the fabric of classy Liverpool centre-halves, Ray Houghton has admitted to GOAL, with the French defender considered to be cut from similar cloth to Reds heroes Virgil van Dijk and Alan Hansen. Having moved to Merseyside in the summer of 2026, Jacquet has been showcasing his physicality, reading of the game and clever distribution.
Liverpool face a growing dilemma regarding the future of Alisson Becker, with the legendary shot-stopper now entering the final months of his current deal. Despite his continued importance to the side, reports suggest that formal discussions regarding an extension are yet to get underway at Anfield.
The Premier League have announced a raft of television fixture changes for November, significantly altering the schedules for both Arsenal and Liverpool. Key domestic matchups, including the Merseyside derby and a heavyweight clash between the Gunners and Manchester City, have been rescheduled as broadcasters finalise their selections for a pivotal month of action.
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