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The football world was rocked by reports suggesting Pep Guardiola could make a sensational return to the dugout to manage former rival Mohamed Salah in Turkey. Following the former Liverpool forward's move to Trabzonspor, speculation intensified that the Man City legend was the club's primary target to lead their new era of dominance.

Our soccer expert offers his Liverpool vs Fulham predictions and betting tips, ahead of Saturday’s Premier League clash, at 10am ET (09/12).

Jamie Carragher has sparked controversy by claiming Michael Carrick is effectively an "interim" manager at Manchester United who would never have been considered for the role by any other elite club. Despite a successful caretaker spell that secured Champions League football, the Liverpool legend remains entirely unconvinced by the former midfielder's long-term credentials at Old Trafford.

Andoni Iraola has challenged his Liverpool players to eliminate their habit of starting games slowly when they host Fulham at Anfield on Saturday. Despite remaining unbeaten since taking the hotseat, the Spaniard is wary of the physical and mental toll required to constantly fight back from losing positions.