The race to sign RB Leipzig's highly rated winger Yan Diomande is gathering serious momentum, with the player's agent travelling to England to hold discussions with Premier League clubs over a potential transfer. According to a trusted source on X, the agent's primary purpose is to explore the terms Manchester United would be prepared to offer should they reach an agreement with Leipzig over a transfer fee.
The report notes: "Another option being monitored is Igor Thiago, who has impressed with his goalscoring exploits in the Premier League this season. "The attacker has scored 11 goals in 17 league appearances so far this season. "Liverpool see him as a stylistic fit, but Brentford are reluctant to part with one of their key players mid-season unless an extraordinary offer arrives."
According to a report from Fichajes, they have already opened talks with the Italian club regarding a move for the player. They are hoping to get the deal done for 20 million. The reported fee would be a bargain for a player of his quality. He has shown his ability in Italy, and he has the physicality to succeed in England as well.
Liverpool are looking at backup options in case they fail to land Antoine Semenyo in the January transfer window. That is according to a transfer insider, who has been on top of the Semenyo saga so far. As per him, the Reds have shortlisted former Manchester United flop, Memphis Depay as a short-term option to bring in during the January window. Depay currently plays for Brazilian club Corinthians, but a move to Liverpool would tempt him, with him being good friends with several Liverpool stars.
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.
