Новости за 20.03.2024

Richard Hughes’ admiration of Roberto De Zerbi could lead Liverpool to appoint the Italian as Jurgen Klopp’s replacement. That is, of course, if the former Shakhtar Donetsk boss compares favourably to the Reds’ alternative candidates. “He also sought to appoint Roberto De Zerbi as Bournemouth manager following the departure of Scott Parker in 2022, only […]

‘Many clubs’ are understood to be keeping a watching brief on Roberto De Zerbi’s situation. The Brighton boss is one of several managerial targets under consideration at Liverpool ahead of Jurgen Klopp’s departure at the end of the season. Fabrizio Romano reports that any interested suitor, however, will be forced to fork out a release […]

Gerard Pique has opted not to commit to sharing his prediction over former international teammate Xabi Alonso’s future. The pair have gone in considerably contrasting directions since the end of their playing days, with the latter now managing in Germany. The 37-year-old acknowledged the links with Liverpool amid the Spaniard’s remarkable campaign with Bayer Leverkusen. […]

Xabi Alonso continues to attract plaudits with his style of football and indomitable team spirit at Bayer Leverkusen. The Spanish head coach is not the only name appreciated in England nor Liverpool, however. Fabrizio Romano has reported that Ruben Amorim is another European coach carrying an increasing degree of clout. “In terms of other names, […]

To Liverpool fans who can recall the 1990s, David James will always be remembered as a long-serving goalkeeper who was literally the first name on the teamsheet for several years running, despite an unfortunate reputation for costly errors. Now 53, the ex-England international recently came out of retirement to play for AFC Hutwood in Division […]

Tottenham winger Dejan Kulusevski has branded one member of Liverpool’s current squad as ‘annoying’, and he means it as a compliment. The £110,000-per-week Sweden international was speaking to Premier League Productions (18 March, 17:40) when he was asked to name the most difficult defender he’s faced. The 23-year-old duly gave his answer, followed by a swift explanation, […]

One commentator who’s worked alongside Richard Hughes in the past has lauded Liverpool’s appointment of the 44-year-old as the club’s new sporting director. The Reds confirmed the news on Wednesday afternoon, with the ex-Portsmouth midfielder the second major boardroom addition at Anfield in recent days after Michael Edwards. FOLLOW Empire of the Kop on Instagram […]

Pep Guardiola may have felt disappointed to see Liverpool crash out of the FA Cup against Manchester United. A 4-3 defeat at Old Trafford not only ended the visitors’ hopes of an improbable quadruple trophy haul, but also dismissed the possibility of one final reunion with the Spanish head coach in the cup. “I don’t […]

The last nine days have been hugely productive off the pitch for Liverpool FC, with two major appointments confirmed. Off the back of Michael Edwards returning to the club, this time in the role of CEO of Football, Richard Hughes was today announced as the Reds’ new sporting director. Journalist Graeme Bailey shared that significant […]

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Fabrizio Romano has reported that Liverpool and Bayern are set for an intense battle to secure Xabi Alonso’s signature. The former Reds midfielder is highly sought-after amid a remarkable campaign leading Bundesliga rivals Bayer Leverkusen. “I’m sure that Liverpool will fight until the end to get Xabi Alonso,” the Italian told the JD Football YouTube channel. […]

Michael Edwards and Richard Hughes are both in the door at Liverpool – will Xabi Alonso be next? Not if Bayer Leverkusen CEO Fernando Carro has his way, with the 59-year-old making it quite clear that they don’t intend losing their manager to prospective suitors such as the Reds and Bayern Munich. The BayArena chief […]

It’s official – Liverpool have finally boxed off the appointment of Bournemouth’s Richard Hughes as their next sporting director. It’s Michael Edwards’ first major move since rejoining FSG as CEO of Football. Meanwhile, Bayern Munich operator Max Eberl has been tugging at the heartstrings with his subtle emotional pitch to Xabi Alonso. “He played at […]

Richard Hughes has confirmed his role with Liverpool, working in conjunction with Michael Edwards ‘and leading the football operations team already in place’. The Bournemouth technical director is set to join the Reds in full capacity on June 1. “I am incredibly proud to be offered this opportunity. Liverpool FC is a unique club and […]

Richard Hughes is now set to join Liverpool Football Club in the summer, with an official start date being June 1. However, that’s not to suggest he won’t have any hand in the Reds’ dealings before that point. Ben Jacobs has since confirmed on X (formerly Twitter) this afternoon that the Scot will ‘still lead […]

Michael Edwards has expressed his delight at the news of Richard Hughes’ appointment as the club’s next sporting director. The former Portsmouth star is due to officially take over responsibilities at the AXA training centre come June 1. “I’m delighted Richard has agreed to join us in this vitally important position,” the CEO of Football told […]

Conor Bradley has praised Liverpool teammate Andy Robertson for the ‘brilliant’ advice he’s received from the latter ever since breaking into the senior squad at Anfield. The 20-year-old has been a regular presence in the Reds’ starting line-up over the past couple of months, stepping up commendably to fill the void left by Trent Alexander-Arnold’s […]

Liverpool could be hoping to take advantage of one club’s perilous financial situation to sign one of their standout players. According to the Daily Mail, the Reds are among four Premier League sides currently monitoring Nottingham Forest defender Murillo, who’s ‘earned rave reviews’ since joining from Corinthians last year. The Midlands club were deduced four […]

Liverpool have reportedly finalised the appointment of Richard Hughes as the club’s new sporting director. The Daily Mail‘s Lewis Steele reported shortly before 10am on Wednesday morning that the Reds ‘have completed their move’ to appoint the 44-year-old, whose departure from a similar role at Bournemouth was announced two weeks ago. FOLLOW Empire of the […]

Micah Richards has been purring over one former Liverpool dynamo who he’s ranked above John Barnes on a list of the top 10 all-time Premier League wingers. The ex-Manchester City defender joined Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer on the BBC Match of the Day Top 10 Podcast to make their selections, with the 35-year-old placing the Senegal […]

Owen Hargreaves has claimed that one current Premier League player would be capable of making the ‘step up’ to a top-four club such as Liverpool. During the winter, it was reported that Anfield chiefs had made contact with Fulham regarding Antonee Robinson (The Mirror), and the ex-Manchester United midfielder is a big admirer of the […]

Liverpool fans at Old Trafford on Sunday unleashed a catchy new chant serenading Wataru Endo. Last week, footage from The Ragamuffins – who are responsible for the legendary ‘Si Senor‘ ditty in honour of Bobby Firmino – went viral featuring Reds supporters singing along to the tune of ABBA’s ‘Voulez Vous’ with modified lyrics to toast […]

Steve Nicol didn’t hold back in voicing his disgust at Howard Webb’s explanation over the VAR decision which overshadowed Liverpool’s recent 1-1 draw against Manchester City. The Reds were denied what looked a clear penalty in stoppage time after Jeremy Doku caught Alexis Mac Allister on the chest, but the officials in Stockley Park ludicrously […]

Fabrizio Romano has addressed ongoing transfer rumours regarding one prospective Liverpool target. On Monday, Sky Sports Germany reporter Patrick Berger tweeted that the Reds are among five clubs ‘monitoring’ Johan Bakayoko, whose price tag is set at €50m-€60m (£42.7m-£51.3m) by PSV Eindhoven. In his Daily Briefing for CaughtOffside on Wednesday morning, the Italian claimed that […]

Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Liverpool are set to complete a major backroom appointment at Anfield. A week on from Michael Edwards’ return to the club as their new CEO of Football, the Reds are on the brink of finalising Richard Hughes as sporting director, filling the void left by Jorg Schmadtke’s exit at the […]