Liverpool weigh Jones decision as Iraola resets squad
Virgil van Dijk says he is ‘incredibly disappointed’ for Jurrien Timber, praising his Premier League form after the defender was ruled out of the World Cup.
Liverpool confirm 12 exits, with three first-team players and several academy prospects leaving as the retained list is published.
Fans back Andoni Iraola to revive Liverpool’s intensity and ‘fear factor’ following apathy at the end of Arne Slot’s tenure.
Lee Bowyer reveals he rejected Liverpool after completing a medical in 2002, later falling out with Leeds chairman Peter Ridsdale before joining West Ham.
Bournemouth plan a new deal for Alex Scott with a release clause to deter Liverpool, Tottenham and Manchester United interest after his standout season.
Liverpool’s Wataru Endo, Japan captain, vows a historic World Cup run as Samurai Blue train in Nashville before facing the Netherlands. Over 5,000 fans attend open practice.
Ex-Rangers player recalls Yan Diomande’s trial brilliance and shock he was not signed. The RB Leipzig winger is now linked as Liverpool’s £100m Salah successor after rising via Leganes.
Before his sacking, Arne Slot backed teen Rio Ngumoha after goals vs Newcastle and Fulham, praising his one-v-one quality and ‘Mo Salah finish’. Liverpool aim to keep the winger amid Bayern interest.
Cody Gakpo scores two penalties for the Netherlands against Uzbekistan, a World Cup warm-up that could shape his role under Andoni Iraola at Liverpool.
Divock Origi, retiring at 31, recalls private Liverpool finishing drills that preceded his decisive Champions League goals.
Jurgen Klopp’s agent dismisses Saudi links as ‘bulls--t’ and says there is ‘no chance’ he joins Al Ittihad. A Real Madrid candidate’s Klopp talk is also played down as unlikely to happen.
Despite links, Michael Olise is unlikely to join Liverpool after latest developments, with Bayern Munich also involved.
Liverpool are reportedly preparing a bid for a £120m target to kick off Iraola’s era, expected to complement Rio Ngumoha. Details on the player are not disclosed.
Bayer Leverkusen and RB Leipzig are ahead of Liverpool for 16-year-old Hertha midfielder Kennet Eichhorn, who has a sub-€10m clause active before 15 June.
Sporting director Richard Hughes is in advanced talks with Al-Hilal. He is expected to oversee this window before leaving, posing another strategic decision for FSG during Iraola’s rebuild.
Andy Robertson shared a heartfelt message from Diogo Jota’s late wife Rute Cardoso ahead of the World Cup, prompting tributes within the Liverpool community.
Dejan Lovren says Mohamed Salah will not reverse his exit despite Arne Slot’s sacking. Ex-Red Darwin Nunez, struggling at Al-Hilal after Karim Benzema’s arrival, is keen on an Anfield return amid rival interest.
Liverpool target left-footed Sporting CP defender Goncalo Inacio, who has a €60m clause, as a replacement for departing Ibrahima Konate. His progressive passing suits Iraola’s front-foot style.
Inter remain around £8.6m short of Liverpool’s price for Curtis Jones. A prior £17.3m idea was rejected. Liverpool seek about £35m, with Iraola set to assess Jones for a midfield role.
Juventus failed to lure Alisson, who is set to stay at Liverpool and may run down his deal. They now target Emi Martinez, with Villa eyeing James Trafford if the Argentine departs.
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Iraola vows a clean slate, boosting Harvey Elliott after a stalled Aston Villa loan. The 23-year-old could reclaim a right-sided attacking-midfield role as Liverpool plan for life after Mohamed Salah.
