Liverpool's £446 million spending spree has massively backfired, but for one transfer, Hugo Ekitike. The Frenchman has scored four goals in his past two outings and looks to be his side's only source of goals recently. For reference, Ekitike is the first Liverpool player to reach 10 goals before Mohamed Salah since Sadio Mane during the 2019-20 season. His relentless drive and resourcefulness on the pitch have been a breath of fresh air for Liverpool fans,
Mec has quickly built a reputation in South America for his explosive pace, flair in one-versus-one situations, and ability to operate effectively on either flank. His style of play has drawn comparisons to Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Junior, particularly due to his direct dribbling, confidence in attacking defenders, and willingness to take responsibility in the final third. Liverpool have been impressed with Gabriel Mec While such comparisons inevitably come with pressure, they underline the level of excitement surrounding his development.
Dan Barr, a former soldier who brought Liverpool parade attacker Paul Doyle's rampage to an end by climbing into the back seat of his car and moving the gear stick to park, has spoken out for the first time. The former soldier, 41, from Birkenhead, Wirral, said he doesn't think his actions were "anything special" and would "do it again." Mr Barr has been described as a hero" for his intervention.
The driver who used his car as a "weapon" to plough through more than 100 people celebrating Liverpool's Premier League title has been sentenced to 21 years and six months in jail. Paul Doyle, 54, was "in a rage" and his "anger had completely taken hold of him" it was said at Liverpool Crown Court. Doyle had driven through a gap in the barriers vacated for an ambulance when he drove down Water Street on May 26.
It was earlier than expected that Mo Salah returned to the pitch for Liverpool, introduced as a substitute for the injured Joe Gomez midway through the first half against Brighton, which marked the fifth game in a row that the No.11 hadn't started. It meant Salah playing in his typical right forward role, seemingly within a 4-3-3 system. However, Liverpool were often, especially defensively, more 4-4-1-1, with Alexis Mac Allister actually the most advanced behind forward and double goalscorer Hugo Ekitike.
Liverpool's Premier League title defence has been one plagued by inconsistent form, questions over Arne Slot's managerial suitability and now the future of star player Mo Salah. What many predicted to be a campaign of consolidation after last season's Premier League triumph and a summer of significant expenditure, it really hasn't panned out that way. Liverpool are hoping to salvage their 2025/26 during the second half of the season by at least securing Champions League football, which at present is far from guaranteed.
Liverpool are hoping to sign Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig in the future. The 19-year-old has attracted the attention of the Premier League champions with his performances, and Michael Edwards was in attendance to watch him earlier this week. Liverpool scout, Barry Hunter, watched the player along with Edwards, as per TEAMtalk. Liverpool have opened negotiations to sign the player, and Diomande will cost around 88 million.