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Liverpool Echo • 9th October 2022

Liverpool may have just found their long-term Thiago Alcantara replacement

Benfica star Enzo Fernandez is just one of a number of midfielders linked with a move to Liverpool over the summer.

The Portuguese club ultimately won the race to sign him from River Plate, but he was reportedly the subject of interest from many European giants, including the Reds. Sky Sports' Melissa Reddy reported at the end of the transfer window the club have kept a 'watching brief' on the Argentina international.

Since the deadline, rumours haven't subsided as Liverpool continue to be lin

Liverpool Echo • 3rd October 2022

Brighton fan praises Liverpool 'community spirit' after locals help lost family

A Brighton supporter has thanked locals that went 'above and beyond' to help his family return to their hotel after they found themselves on the wrong bus after Saturday's match at Anfield.

Trevor Lake and his family have been following the Seagulls home and away for 10 years and made the trip to Merseyside for their first away day at Anfield on Friday. It was a memorable afternoon as a Leandro Trossard hat-trick secured a 3-3 draw in what was new manager Roberto De Zerbi's first game in charge

Liverpool Echo • 1st October 2022

'Nothing is comparable to Anfield' - Rival fans give takes on Liverpool visits

Over the years, thousands of away supporters have travelled to Anfield to support their teams in European competitions.

Liverpool’s ventures in the Champions League and other competitions have seen them welcome people from across the continent to their famous ground for some of the most memorable games in recent times. Fans of Barcelona, AC Milan, Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, Galatasaray and Porto are just a handful of the clubs who have made the trip to Merseyside over the years.

Likewise when

Liverpool Echo • 27th September 2022

Liverpool's youngest ever player is without a club as three stars emerge

On September 26 2012, Jerome Sinclair became Liverpool's youngest ever player when he came on as a substitute in a 2-1 victory against West Brom in the League Cup.

His senior Reds debut came less than a week after his 16th birthday and he still holds the club record to this day. He's one of a handful of youngsters to make their debut at 16 and while some still play for Liverpool to this day, others continued their development elsewhere.

We've taken a look at the Reds' five youngest debutants a

Liverpool Echo • 27th September 2022

Suarez already proving his own Nunez point to give Liverpool crucial boost

Striker Darwin Nunez has endured a difficult start to life at Liverpool following his £64m transfer from Benfica earlier in the summer.

He arrived on Merseyside in June and despite a promising start with a goal against Manchester City in the Community Shield victory, as well as in the opening league game against Fulham - his form has fizzled out somewhat following a brief suspension.

The Uruguayan saw red after a head butt on Crystal Palace defender Joachim Anderson at Anfield just two games i

Liverpool Echo • 26th September 2022

Zidane loved Liverpool legend who suffered familiar Alexander-Arnold problem

Trent Alexander-Arnold's omission from the England squad to face Germany on Monday night has once again sparked debate over Gareth Southgate's inability to utilise one of the nation's most promising young talents.

While there is plenty of competition, with Reece James and Kyle Walker often the preferred option - the England boss has previously experimented with the right back in midfield. Over the weekend, Southgate explained why Alexander-Arnold hasn't been getting minutes in an England shirt

Liverpool Echo • 22nd September 2022

Liverpool defender explains why he turned down Championship teams for Schalke

Liverpool defender Sepp van den Berg has been speaking about his loan move to Schalke and why he turned down Championship duo Burnley and Blackburn Rovers.

The youngster had a positive loan spell with Preston North End in the previous two campaigns, making over 60 appearances for the club and scoring twice in all competitions. He's so far made just four first team appearances for Liverpool, but was still the subject of transfer interest from a number of clubs this summer.

The ECHO understands

Liverpool Echo • 19th September 2022

Alex Ferguson got what he wanted from Liverpool boss who didn't defend players

On this day in 2010, Liverpool suffered a disappointing 3-2 defeat away to rivals Manchester United at Old Trafford.

Manager Roy Hodgson was just months into his tenure at Anfield and the Reds had won just one game all season, a 1-0 victory at home to West Brom. The visit to Manchester came just five games into the campaign but they were cruelly undone by a Dimitar Berbatov hat-trick.

Sir Alex Ferguson's side were firmly in control of the game as the former Bulgaria striker put United 1-0 up b

Liverpool Echo • 19th September 2022

Liverpool could still make millions on youngster bought for less than £100,000

It's been two years since Liverpool signed forward Diogo Jota from Premier League rivals Wolverhampton Wanderers, in a deal that saw academy star Ki-Jana Hoever go in the opposite direction.

The Portuguese international joined the Reds for an initial £41m, while Hoever moved to Wolves for £9m. Now aged 20, the Dutch international is yet to cement a starting spot under manager Bruno Lage.

Hoever made the move to Merseyside from Ajax's academy in the summer of 2018 for just £90,000 after much wo

Liverpool Echo • 18th September 2022

Neymar made to look stupid by Roberto Firmino after Liverpool take backfired

On this day in 2018 Liverpool began one of their most memorable and dramatic Champions League campaigns, which ultimately ended in a sixth European Cup at the end of the season. They started as they meant to go on on September 18 with the visit of Ligue 1 Champions Paris Saint-Germain.

It proved to be another magical night under the Anfield lights and Jurgen Klopp ’s side got off to the perfect start in the first-half. There was no stopping a towering header from Daniel Sturridge as he leapt in

Liverpool Echo • 12th September 2022

Liverpool can replace two players with free transfer who idolises Steven Gerrard

Liverpool continue to be linked with a move for RB Leipzig's Konrad Laimer weeks after the transfer window slammed shut.

The Reds added to their midfield ranks on deadline day with the addition of Arthur Melo on loan from Juventus. Initially, it was understood the club would look to bolster the position next summer, but a number of injuries forced Jurgen Klopp's hand.

It remains to be seen whether Liverpool's new addition is a long-term solution, but with three of the squad's current midfield

Liverpool Echo • 10th September 2022

Liverpool's 2019 Youth Cup winners: Where they are now

Liverpool lifted the FA Youth Cup in 2019 following a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Manchester City at the academy stadium.

The Reds overcame Portsmouth, Accrington Stanley, Wigan, Bury and Watford before facing City in the final showpiece. Liverpool found themselves 1-0 down at half-time following a goal from Nabil Touaizi before Bobby Duncan equalised for Barry Lewtas’ side late on.

The match was eventually decided on penalties and all five of Liverpool's penalty takers buried their

Liverpool Echo • 6th September 2022

What happened to Roy Hodgson's Liverpool XI that faced Napoli in 2010

Liverpool begin their Champions League campaign away at Napoli on Wednesday night, but the Serie A giants are a familiar opposition for the Reds in European competition.

Not only has Jurgen Klopp 's side faced the Italian outfit multiple times in the Champions League in the last five or so years, they first came up against each other in the group stage of the Europa League back in the 2010/11 season. Before 2018, their only trip to Napoli was during Roy Hodgson's era and the boss at the time na

Liverpool Echo • 15th July 2022

The £40m problem Liverpool no longer have to worry about after transfer change

Liverpool have had mixed success with wingers over the years and have often found themselves lacking world class talent in the position.

Some have joined offering plenty of potential, but never quite hit the heights. Others just didn't work out and were quickly shifted to the academy - as was the case with Lazar Markovic.

The Serbian joined the club on this day in 2014 from Benfica in a deal worth £20 million. He had various loan spells across Europe during his five years on Liverpool's books.

Liverpool Echo • 13th July 2022

Klopp 'no-brainer' signing fulfilled promise after finally seeing 'wish' granted

Liverpool have had great success in recent years snapping up players from relegated clubs. There was Gini Wijnaldum from Newcastle United in 2016 and Andy Robertson from Hull City one year later.

And, eventually, Xherdan Shaqiri from Stoke City in 2018. The Swiss international joined the Reds on this day four years ago after they triggered his £13m release clause.

Shaqiri ended the 2017/18 season as the Potters' top scorer with eight goals and his availability that summer at an affordable pric

Liverpool Echo • 11th July 2022

Liverpool and FSG have found the perfect answer after £75m transfer nightmare

Liverpool have come a long way in eight years. It was on this day in 2014 that Luis Suarez completed a move to Barcelona worth for a fee in the region of £75m.

The talismanic Uruguayan striker had only been at Liverpool three-and-a-half years when he moved to Spain. He initially joined the Reds from Ajax in 2011 for £22.7m and had a seriously impressive but controversial spell on Merseyside.

He came agonisingly close to winning the Premier League with the club in the 2013/14 season when he end

Liverpool Echo • 10th July 2022

Liverpool signing who United 'wanted' named in squad as Pep Lijnders gets wish

Liverpool youngster Stefan Bajcetic is part of the squad who have travelled to Thailand for the first leg of their pre-season tour in the far east.

The Reds have touched down in Thailand and confirmed the 37 players who could feature against Manchester United on Tuesday. Liverpool will then travel to Singapore ahead of the clash against Crystal Palace on Friday.

Among the players named are a number of youngsters, including the likes of Luke Chambers, Bobby Clark, Leighton Clarkson, Harvey Davi

Liverpool Echo • 21st June 2022

Liverpool fan group Spirit of Shankly to appear at French Senate hearing

Liverpool supporters union Spirit of Shankly will appear at the French Senate hearing on Tuesday (June 21).

Spirit of Shankly chair Joe Blott will be joined by chair of the Liverpool Disabled Supporters Association Ted Morris to present evidence to the French Senate Law and Culture committee. Last week, the fan group was informed there would be no fan representation, but following a lobby from SOS and Football Supporters Europe, the initial refusal has been overturned.

Now, finally, the voices

Liverpool Echo • 20th June 2022

Gini Wijnaldum poses new Liverpool transfer question as loan rumours emerge

Liverpool's summer business in terms of incomings is believed to be over following the arrival on Calvin Ramsay from Aberdeen over the weekend.

The right-back, along with Fabio Carvalho and Darwin Nunez, represents a positive window for the Reds as they've added quality to key areas of the squad. One position that's been left untouched, however, is midfield with the understanding it will be a priority for Jurgen Klopp in 2023.

According to The Irish Daily Star, there have been 'whispers' Liver

Liverpool Echo • 7th June 2022

Calvin Ramsay backed to succeed in the PL as Liverpool close in on transfer

The summer transfer window may not be open yet, but Liverpool's business is well underway as they close in on their second signing so far.

With a deal for Fulham youngster Fabio Carvalho already wrapped up, he'll formally join on July 1, it is understood Liverpool are confident they will sign 18-year-old Calvin Ramsay from Aberdeen. The young right back will provide some much needed back up for Trent Alexander-Arnold.

The Echo understands Ramsay was a target for a number of Premier League side

Liverpool Echo • 4th June 2022

Liverpool could repeat Mo Salah transfer trick for perfect Mane replacement

It's already turning into an interesting summer for Liverpool as they prepare to dust themselves off and go again having missed out on the Premier League and Champions League in recent weeks.

Divock Origi has already confirmed his departure, while the futures of Sadio Mane and Takumi Minamino remain up in their air as the summer transfer window gets into full swing. The Senegal international dropped a big hint over his future this week, indicating he wants to leave Liverpool in the coming weeks

Liverpool Echo • 30th May 2022

French sports minister continues to blame Liverpool fans for CL final chaos

France's sports minister Amelie Oudea-Castera has blamed ticketless Liverpool supporters for the chaos ahead of the Champions League final in Paris on Saturday.

The Reds were defeated 1-0 by Real Madrid at the Stade de France over the weekend, but the football became a mere sideshow amid organisational issues outside the ground and footage of supporters being pepper-sprayed by authorities.

Kick-off was delayed by 30 minutes as a result and, while the club have requested a formal investigation

Liverpool Echo • 30th May 2022

French Interior minister blames UCL chaos on 'organised fraud' of fake tickets

French Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin says the chaos outside the Stade de France on Saturday was due to 'organised fraud' of fake tickets, suggesting between 30,000 and 40,000 Liverpool supporters arrived with counterfeit tickets.

The final against Real Madrid over the weekend was delayed by 30 minutes as a result of the queues outside the ground, but footage also emerged of authorities tear-gassing and pepper-spraying supporters waiting to be let in. Following a meeting between the French g

Liverpool Echo • 30th May 2022

Liverpool legend Alan Kennedy hauled out of crowd by supporters amid CL chaos

Liverpool legend Alan Kennedy says he had to be 'helped over a barrier' by supporters amid the chaos outside the Stade de France on Saturday.

Jurgen Klopp's side were defeated 1-0 by Real Madrid, but matters on the pitch were overshadowed by appalling scenes outside the ground that saw supporters waiting for hours to gain access to the game. Video footage has emerged showing police pepper-spraying and tear-gassing supporters waiting outside the gates.

Kennedy, who made over 300 appearances for