Liverpool stick with Slot, injuries hit derby plans
Report claims Anthony Gordon has told agents to ‘make the move happen’ to Liverpool despite Arsenal interest, with Reds seeking wide firepower after Ekitike’s Achilles injury and Salah’s impending exit.
Ekitike ruptures Achilles, out long term. Alisson targets 3 May return vs Manchester United, misses Everton. Endo and Bradley remain out. No suspensions for derby at Hill Dickinson Stadium.
Ornstein says Liverpool intend to stick with Arne Slot and are not pursuing Xabi Alonso. No talks yet on extending Slot’s 2027 deal. Summer rebuild expected with at least four signings after exits loom.
Former Liverpool goalkeeper Alex Manninger dies aged 48 in a car accident near Salzburg. Tributes pour in from Austria and his former clubs.
First Merseyside derby at Hill Dickinson Stadium on Sunday as Liverpool visit Everton. Preview covers predicted lineups and broadcast details.
After Ekitike’s ruptured Achilles and Isak’s recent layoff, Alan Shearer urges Liverpool to sign a striker, noting departures of Salah and Robertson and underperforming signings this season.
Philippe Montanier hails PSG’s teamwork and mentality after 2-0 win at Anfield to seal 4-0 aggregate over Liverpool, saying Paris were ‘superior’ across both legs and now look confident and disciplined.
