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‘Here comes trouble’ – Robbie Fowler reacts to what agent of Liverpool star has done
Liverpool lost to Chelsea at Anfield on Thursday, suffering a fifth consecutive Premier League defeat at home for the first-ever time. Mason Mount’s 42nd-minute goal made all the difference, and Jurgen Klopp’s men could not find a way back into the game in the second half. The German manager was forced to withdraw Mohamed Salah with 28 minutes left as the Egyptian appeared too tired to help out with the defensive duties on his flank. The Liverpool forward was not particularly pleased with the decision, shaking his head as he walked off the pitch, and his agent’s post on Twitter right after the incident did not help matters. . — Ramy Abbas Issa (@RamyCol) March 4, 2021 It is unknown whether the cryptic post has anything to do with Klopp’s decision to withdraw Salah early in the game, but it...
Report confirms Tottenham interest in 23-yr-old Premier League ace
Aston Villa are eager to agree a new long-term contract with defender Ezri Konsa. According to Daily Mirror, Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur are keen on signing the defender at the end of this season. Konsa has been one of the best defenders in the Premier League this term and it is no surprise that big clubs are keeping tabs on him. According to the report, Dean Smith is determined to keep the 23-year-old and Villa will offer him improved terms to convince him to commit his future to the club. However, Konsa could view Liverpool and Spurs as the ideal step in his career and he may want to work with better coaches and players next season. Villa paid £12 million to sign Konsa in 2019 and they are likely to demand a massive fee to sell him this summer. Both Spurs and Liverpool could use...
Gary Lineker shares his six-word reaction to Virgil van Dijk’s training video
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk has been ruled out for the season with ACL damage. However, the Dutch international is currently undergoing rehab and he is back on the training pitch doing light running and exercises. The Liverpool star posted a training video on his Twitter account highlighting his progress so far and former Premier League star and pundit Gary Lineker has shared his reaction to the defender’s post. Lineker tweeted: The cavalry is on the way. https://t.co/rB4Wj734ao — Gary Lineker 💙 (@GaryLineker) March 6, 2021 Liverpool have missed the 29-year-old centre back massively this season. Van Dijk is arguably the best player at the club alongside Mohamed Salah and his absence has left the Reds vulnerable at the back. Furthermore, the injuries to Joe Gomez and Joel Mat...
Man United approach to sign Liverpool target with 10 goal contributions this season
Manchester United have registered their interest in signing Leeds United winger Raphinha during this summer’s transfer window, a report from UOL Esporte claims. The Brazilian made the switch to the Whites from Rennes last summer and has since impressed in the Premier League with five goals and five assists from just 21 outings. His progress has caught the eye of several elite clubs, and Liverpool have been regularly linked with his services since the turn of the year. It is now revealed that the Red Devils have consulted Leeds regarding the availability of the 24-year-old, who was signed for an initial £17 million last summer. It is added that the Whites plan to hold an internal meeting later this month, and that could include the player’s agent, who is likely to propose a transfer in...
Bundesliga: RB Leipzig knock Bayern Munich from top after romp at Freiburg
RB Leipzig climbed top of the Bundesliga on Saturday with a 3-0 romp at Freiburg to replace previous leaders Bayern Munich, who later host Dortmund in Germany’s ‘Klassiker’. Christopher Nkunku, Alexander Sorloth and Emil Forsberg scored the goals in Freiburg which lifted Leipzig one point ahead of Bayern, who are at home to Dortmund (1730GMT). “That was a mature performance,” Leipzig sports director Markus Kroesche told Sky. “Anything is possible,” he replied when asked if Leipzig can stop Bayern winning a ninth straight league title this season. Leipzig impressed in their final tune-up before facing Liverpool in Budapest next Wednesday in the last 16 of the Champions League having lost the first leg 2-0. Leipzig took the lead at Freiburg after a first-half blunder by home goalkeeper Flori...
Premier League Results: Can the champions fend off Tottenham and Arsenal?
The 27th round of fixtures in the Premier League features some intriguing match-ups at both ends of the EPL table. We’ll update this story with reports, results, highlights and the latest Premier League standings throughout the weekend. The action is already underway, with Burnley drawing 1-1 with Arsenal at Turf Moor. James Ward-Prowse and Che Adams got the goals as Southampton ran out 2-0 winners at Sheffield United. Aston Villa vs Wolverhampton Wanderers is next on the agenda, with Brighton & Hove Albion vs Leicester City following. There are four games on Sunday, with the Manchester derby between City and United at the Etihad Stadium the pick of the bunch. Liverpool are in action at home to Fulham, and they will be eager to return to winning ways. The Reds are currently seventh in ...
Liverpool’s centre-back crisis worsens as manager confirms Ozan Kabak injury
Kabak was brought into Anfield during the January transfer window following a series of injuries at centre-back for Liverpool. The 20-year-old has not made an ideal start to life in the Premier League. His debut came against Leicester City, where his mix up with goalkeeper Alisson allowed Jamie Vardy to tap home to put the Foxes 2-1 ahead late on. After a victory in the Champions League over RB Leipzig, the Turkey international was once again under fire after the 2-0 home defeat to Everton in the Merseyside derby. This was followed by a victory at Bramall Lane, before a 1-0 loss against Chelsea. Kabak is now believed to be a doubt for the visit of relegation strugglers Fulham, as reported by Times journalist Paul Joyce on Twitter. The extent of his problem is currently unknown. The loanee ...
West Ham eyeing move for Illan Meslier
West Ham United are reportedly considering a move for Leeds United goalkeeper Illan Meslier. Meslier joined Leeds on an initial loan deal from Ligue 1 club Lorient in August 2019. Following the Yorkshire side’s promotion to the Premier League, he signed a permanent three-year contract. He has established himself as one of the league’s most promising young goalkeepers this season, keeping eight clean sheets despite Leeds’ questionable backline. Meslier is congratulated by his teammates after a standout performance This form has attracted the attention of fellow top-flight side West Ham United, according to a report by Football Insider. The Hammers have had a marvellous season to date. They currently sit in sixth place, two points off a Champions League spot with a game in hand. However, the...
Premier League preview: Can Arsenal and Tottenham finish ahead of the champions?
The 2020/21 Premier League season rumbles on this weekend, with some eye-catching EPL fixtures scheduled over the next few days. With Manchester City looking nailed on to win the title, attention has switched onto the battle to qualify for Europe. Arsenal have the opportunity to boost their chances when they visit Burnley in the early game on Saturday. A victory at Turf Moor would move the Gunners just three points behind Liverpool, who are currently in seventh place. There are three further games later the same day, with the Midlands derby between Aston Villa and Wolverhampton Wanderers the pick of the bunch. Villa are also in the running to bag a European qualification spot but may find it difficult to break Wolves down. There are four fixtures on Sunday, headlined by the Manchester derb...
Liverpool’s centre-back crisis worsens as Klopp confirms Kabak injury
Jurgen Klopp has confirmed that Schalke loanee Ozan Kabak is a doubt for Liverpool’s home game against Fulham on Sunday. Kabak was brought into Anfield during the January transfer window following a series of injuries at centre-back for Liverpool. Kabak in action against Sheffield United The 20-year-old has not made an ideal start to life in the Premier League. His debut came against Leicester City, where his mix up with goalkeeper Alisson allowed Jamie Vardy to tap home to put the Foxes 2-1 ahead late on. After a victory in the Champions League over RB Leipzig, the Turkey international was once again under fire after the 2-0 home defeat to Everton in the Merseyside derby. This was followed by a victory at Bramall Lane, before a 1-0 loss against Chelsea. Kabak is now believed to be a doubt...
Jamie Carragher pinpoints one main issue for Liverpool after Chelsea defeat
Liverpool legend turned pundit Jamie Carragher has said that the Reds must improve on one main aspect after the club’s disappointing 1-0 Premier League defeat to Chelsea last night. The Reds went into the game on the back of just one win from the previous five top-flight games. Their recent record at Anfield had also been horrific with no wins in six games which included four successive losses. They produced another lacklustre performance where they barely threatened the opposition goalkeeper and ended the game with just one shot on target which came through a long-range header from Georginio Wijnaldum. Speaking after the 1-0 loss, Carragher was concerned for his former side and said that the Reds did not look like finding the back of the net during the course of the 90 minutes against the...
Premier League fans call for VAR changes after controversial Thursday
VAR has once again taken centre stage after a highly controversial round of Premier League fixtures which saw three goals harshly ruled out. The first came at Craven Cottage in the clash between Fulham and Tottenham Hotspur. On loan striker Josh Maja thought he had netted an equaliser for the home side, only for the cameras to spot a handball by Mario Lemina in the build up. The game ended 1-0 to Spurs. Despite the fact that Lemina’s arms were quite clearly by his side, the goal was chalked off. The handball law states that intent doesn’t matter if a handball leads to a goal – which is a frankly ridiculous rule. Lemina has the ball booted at him and his arms are down by his side, I’m genuinely baffled how they’ve disallowed it. Premier League referees really do have a concerning lack of co...
