LIVERPOOL NEWS

'The integrity is gone' - Deeney says Liverpool's title would be spoiled

The Reds are just two wins away from a league title, but any resumption of play is yet to be decided

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Koulibaly likely to leave Napoli for Premier League - Dossena

Former Napoli defender Andrea Dossena said Kalidou Koulibaly could leave the club at the end of the season.

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Marsch: Viral half-time talk made me uncomfortable

Reds boss Jurgen Klopp has said he would never allow his talks to be broadcast like the American manager's now-famous speech

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Zambia’s Mwepu tipped for Liverpool by Salzburg coach

The Zambia international has been backed to settle in well in Jurgen Klopp's team if he makes a move to Anfield

Taiye Taiwo

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Henderson: It would be strange to win title without fans

The Liverpool captain says that claiming a long-awaited title at an empty Anfield would be an odd experience

Dejan Kalinic

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Rumours: Napoli contact Lille for Osimhen

Goal brings you all the latest news, rumours and deals related to African stars across the world

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Mbappe: Liverpool are a machine

The Paris Saint-Germain forward was full of praise for the Reds and the job the manager has done to build them

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'Minamino would be best in Firmino's position'

The American coach believes the Reds received a bargain in the talented forward and tipped him for big things at Anfield

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‘Liverpool & Werner are a marriage made in heaven’

With Jurgen Klopp being heavily linked with a raid on RB Leipzig, a former frontman is hoping to see another goalscorer arrive at Anfield

Chris Burton

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Gomez warns rivals Liverpool are even stronger

The England international defender admits that having to spend time apart has made everyone at Anfield even more determined to deliver as a collective

Chris Burton

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Sancho 'ready for Liverpool or Man Utd' but is given Jovic warning

The former Germany international admits a big-money move is likely to happen, but has used a Real Madrid flop as an example of how deals can go wrong

Chris Burton

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‘Henderson’s made more of an impact than Alonso’

The ex-Reds defender believes a midfield star of the modern era has been “more effective” at Anfield than a Spanish “technician” of the recent past

Chris Burton

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‘Nobody believed in Van Dijk – now he’s a leader’

The former Dutch international, who starred in the Premier League for Manchester United, is pleased to see a fellow countryman getting recognition

Chris Burton

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Werner backed to make instant Liverpool impact

Paul Lambert believes the RB Leipzig striker's pace in attack makes him an ideal fit for Jurgen Klopp's side, who could try to sign him in the summer

Robin Bairner

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Who is the superior right-back: Hakimi or TAA?

Both wonderkids seemingly have the world at their feet and look set to dominate the position for the foreseeable future

Seye Omidiora

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Benitez details Liverpool's 'Miracle of Istanbul' team-talk

A decade-and-a-half on from the Miracle of Istanbul, the Spaniard has discussed just what he said to his players between the two halves

Andrew Steel

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‘Interest in Traore & Jimenez will be lukewarm’

The Wolves legend is not expecting big-money offers to be tabled in the next window, despite there being much talk of possible exits at Molineux

Chris Burton

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'I hadn't earned it' - Former Reds keeper Carson on Istanbul

The ex-Red talks to Goal about that famous night in the Ataturk Stadium - and explains why you won't find him in any of the pictures

Neil Jones

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Benitez reveals lift superstition ahead of Champions League win

The former Reds supremo has opened up a decade-and-a-half on from the Miracle of Istanbul, recalling a peculiar premonition that he had in his hotel

Andrew Steel

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‘Sane would go to Liverpool – why wouldn’t you?’

The former England defender believes the Germany international heavily linked with Bayern Munich would welcome the chance to head for Anfield

Chris Burton

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Warnock reveals fury at missing 2005 CL final

Ahead of the 15-year anniversary of the Reds' Miracle of Istanbul, the former player has opened up on his frustrations with the club and Rafa Benitez

Andrew Steel

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Carragher: Milan were the better team in Istanbul

A decade-and-a-half on from the most unlikely of triumphs, the Liverpool star says that the 2004-05 Champions League runner-ups were stronger

Andrew Steel

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‘Liverpool a great fit for Ozil-esque Havertz’

The former Reds midfielder thinks a highly-rated youngster linked with leading sides across Europe “walks into most sides”

Chris Burton

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Rumours: PSG in negotiation for Aubameyang

Goal brings you all the latest news, rumours and deals related to African stars across the world

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'The best moment of my life' - Liverpool's Miracle in Istanbul

Former Reds Jerzy Dudek, Djimi Traore and Phil Thompson tell Goal about the most remarkable Champions League final ever played

Neil Jones

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Man Utd urged to make Werner move

The former Red Devil believes that his former club should swoop for the hitman

Ryan Benson

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Liverpool legend Souness praises 'unplayable' Traore

The 24-year-old Wolves winger has attracted the attention of some of the world's top clubs with his performances this season

Sam France

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Milan feared Liverpool comeback repeat in 2007 - Kaka

The Brazilian said his team-mates had been scarred by their experience two years earlier, where they were the victims of a memorable recovery

Robin Bairner

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How much would Timo Werner cost Liverpool or Man Utd?

The Germany forward has been linked with some of Europe's biggest clubs and could be on the move this summer

Ronan Murphy

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‘Van Dijk could beat up anybody, including Drogba’

The former Reds defender has hit back at comments from an ex-Chelsea star in which it was suggested that a Dutchman would not shine in another era

Chris Burton

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‘Van Dijk would captain any other team but Henderson’s’

The former Reds striker has paid homage to a midfielder at Anfield who has had to win over his critics in order to see true value recognised

Chris Burton

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Liverpool misfit Karius wanted by Hertha Berlin

The German is back in his homeland after cutting short a loan spell at Besiktas and he could be playing in the Bundesliga next season

Neil Jones

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‘Edouard is like Van Dijk & destined for the very top’

The former Celtic frontman believes a highly-rated Frenchman following in his footsteps in Glasgow will make a big-money move at some stage

Chris Burton

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Kompany explains Van Dijk ‘best’ claim

The former Manchester City defender has reiterated his belief that a Dutch centre-half at Anfield is the greatest of the Premier League era

Chris Burton

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‘However good you think Alisson is, he’s better’

A veteran shot-stopper who has spent the 2019-20 campaign working with a Brazil international at Anfield considers him to be “the best”

Chris Burton

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Liverpool chairman accepts furlough decision was wrong

The Premier League champions elect came under fire in April, having announced profits of £42m just weeks earlier

Joe Wright

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Premier League boss confident over June return

Richard Masters, the CEO of the English top flight, believes that there is a safe setup that will allow players to return to action

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‘I’d choose Sancho over Mbappe and Haaland for Liverpool’

The ex-England man has picked the Dortmund winger as the Reds' ideal summer signing

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Adrian credits Oblak for inspiring Atletico past Liverpool

The Reds' back-up shot-stopper played as the Liga side won at Anfield to progress, and admits the side from Spain were the better team in the tie

Emma Smith

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‘Liverpool should look at Soyuncu, Llorente & Haaland’

The Reds legend also believes that Jadon Sancho would be a useful addition to any side in the Premier League, including those at Anfield

Chris Burton

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How to set up like Klopp's Liverpool on FIFA 20

Want to play like the Premier League's best side? Here's how you can tweak your formation and tactics to conquer FIFA 20

Ronan Murphy

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‘Klopp has made Liverpool a complete team’

The former Reds midfielder formed part of a side that made the Champions League final, but admits standards have been raised considerably

Chris Burton

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‘Mane felt team-mates didn’t want to pass to him’

A former Saints colleague of the current Reds forward says the Senegal international felt as though other players did not want him to score goals

Chris Burton

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Jones: Liverpool the perfect place for me

The highly-rated 19-year-old has enjoyed a breakthrough season in 2019-20 and is giving no thought to a switch – loan or otherwise – away from Anfield

Chris Burton

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‘Liverpool hoping to get title parade at some point’

Jurgen Klopp’s side are just two wins away from a first top-flight crown in 30 years, but may cross that line with no supporters to celebrate with

Chris Burton

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Milot Rashica: Bremen's 'rocket' on Liverpool's radar

The Kosovo international looks set for a summer move after being the one bright light in a dreadful campaign for the struggling Bundesliga outfit

Ronan Murphy

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'Liverpool, Chelsea & Tottenham wanted me'

The Wales international would eventually leave the Etihad Stadium to head for the Bundesliga and he wants to avoid comparisons with Jadon Sancho

Stanislav Schupp

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‘Havertz could replace Hazard but too early for move’

The highly-rated attacker is generating plenty of talk regarding a Premier League move, but he has been urged to stay put for now

Chris Burton

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Jordon Ibe: Where did it go wrong?

It's been a rough few days for the 24-year-old, who has been accused of breaking lockdown measures and is coming to the end of his Bournemouth career

Seye Omidiora

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Klopp reveals why he still wears a tracksuit

The Reds boss has been a success with Borussia Dortmund and Liverpool while wearing a tracksuit and sees no reason to change his style

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Salah leads African quartet as Liverpool resume training

As the English top-flight looks set to resume in June, the African quartet took part in Tuesday’s training session with Jurgen Klopp’s men

Shina Oludare

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Liverpool 'can't complain if they don't sign Werner'

The Reds may not be able to afford the German striker because of coronavirus but they should be happy with the current squad, says the ex-defender

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Dalglish urges Premier League to finish season

The Reds legend says the English league must follow in the footsteps of the Bundesliga despite the ongoing pandemic

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Henderson is a fantastic leader - Dalglish

The 29-year-old has become into a leading figure at Anfield and the ex-Reds player and manager has been impressed by his development

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Henderson: Liverpool can shine on Premier League return

The Reds captains expects the league leaders to be in peak condition to pick up where they left off when the English top flight comes back

Nicholas McGee

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‘Free agent Lallana can be special with Maddison’

An England international currently on the books at Anfield is approaching the end of his contract and could be snapped up by the Foxes in the summer

Chris Burton

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Man City passed up chance to sign Van Dijk - Deila

The former Hoops manager, who is now in charge of New York City FC, urged those at the Etihad Stadium to sign the Dutchman before he left Scotland

Chris Burton

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‘Koulibaly final piece in stratospheric Liverpool squad’

A man who spent time at Anfield and in Naples during his playing days believes Jurgen Klopp should target another commanding centre-half

Chris Burton

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'Special Havertz is half-Ozil, half-Ballack & would thrive in PL'

The Germany international has enjoyed a superb 2020 thus far and has been tipped to leave the BayArena for pastures new this summer

Nizaar Kinsella

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Would Salah fit in at Real Madrid?

Having flourished in the Premier League, could the two-time African Footballer of the Year equally prosper at the biggest club in the world?

Seye Omidiora

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Florian Wirtz: Liverpool & Bayern missed out on Leverkusen teen

The 17-year-old became the youngest player in Bayer Leverkusen history when making his debut on Monday but has already caused plenty of controversy

Martin Volkmar

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Klopp insists no Liverpool player will be forced to train

The manager has said that safety will be the first priority as his side returns to Melwood

Russell Greaves

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Awoniyi: Klopp more than a legend at Mainz

The Reds boss played in the German city for over 10 years and he started his coaching career at the club after his retirement

Taiye Taiwo

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Klopp 'over the moon' as Liverpool return for training

The Anfield side need two wins to be crowned Premier League champions and their head coach is keen to get his side fit and firing as soon as possible

Peter Hanson

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Wanyama: Players didn't want to pass to Mane

The Kenya international discusses a pact he created to help the Senegalese star score as many goals as possible

Kiplagat Sang

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Klopp rejoices in Bundesliga return

The German top flight was the first major European league to resume amid the Covid-19 pandemic and it provided much happiness to the Liverpool manager

Russell Greaves

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Klopp expects 'intense' Premier League return

The prospect of a return to action in the English top flight is drawing closer and the Reds boss is eager to get back to business

Russell Greaves

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Salah mask-wearing robbers caught by Egyptian police

Four men have been arrested in Cairo after using the Liverpool forward's face as a disguise to rob stores

Sam France

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‘Robertson is a freak of nature & Europe’s best left-back’

The England international, who is taking in a loan spell at Newcastle, considers a Premier League rival to be the finest in his chosen position

Chris Burton

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Essien names Scholes and Gerrard as toughest opponents

The Ghanaian midfielder came against up the retired English duo several times during his nine-year stint at Stamford Bridge

Kunle Fayiga

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Klopp: Unfair not to make Liverpool champions

The German coach says it would be wrong to cancel the rest of the season without giving his side the crown

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Essien: I almost joined Liverpool and PSG before Chelsea

The Ghanaian midfielder looked back on his time in Ligue 1 with Bastia and Lyon, reflecting on transfers he could have made before making it big

Taiye Taiwo

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Premier League clubs vote unanimously to step up training

Teams can return to training in "small groups" as of Tuesday after a meeting of shareholders approved the plans

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Soyuncu sees Barcelona & Liverpool moves mooted

Mustafa Dogru, who worked on deals that took the Turkish defender to Germany and England, believes a switch to Spain may be in the offing

Chris Burton

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Sturridge in talks with MLS clubs Inter Miami and DC United

The ex-Premier League star is close to seeing his betting ban end and he is targeting a return to professional football soon after it ends

Nizaar Kinsella

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‘Liverpool need a Bruno Fernandes and Havertz fits the bill’

The former Reds midfielder believes Jurgen Klopp needs some extra guile to add to the graft that he possesses in a hard-working engine room

Chris Burton

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Liverpool wanted me ‘at all costs’ - Di Natale

The former Italy international, who also turned down a move to Juventus at the peak of his powers, has revealed that he was wanted at Anfield

Chris Burton

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‘Liverpool can get Haaland if they are Europe’s top team’

The ex-Reds defender is hoping to see the prolific Norwegian head to Anfield at some stage, but admits current standards will have to be maintained

Chris Burton

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‘Liverpool will sign Werner, but two will leave’

The former Anfield favourite can see Jurgen Klopp adding a prolific German striker to his squad, but feels there will be departures as well

Chris Burton

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'Liverpool winning PL would be Klopp's finest hour'

The former Borussia Dortmund goalkeeper spoke to Stats Perform about his old boss, providing an insight into the Reds manager

Sacha Pisani

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Salah's agent rejects Real Madrid claim

The chief advisor to the Egyptian attacker has slammed reports he turned down a move to Real Madrid in 2018

Josh Thomas

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Mignolet: Club Brugge found out about title win via text

The ex-Liverpool man now hopes his former employers can see out the season on top after taking the Belgian crown in his debut term in Bruges

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Chirivella offered five-year Liverpool deal

The former Valencia youngster has impressed the Anfield side with his application this term and has a big decision to make over his future

Neil Jones

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Fowler 'amazed' if Premier League footballers don't want to play

The former Reds striker has stressed he'd take to the pitch come June if he was still playing

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'Salah rejected Real Madrid to stay at Liverpool'

The offer came just months before the two sides met in the Champions League final in Kiev, with the forward injured by Sergio Ramos

Sam France

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‘Alisson is like Pirlo he’s so comfortable on the ball’

Jack Robinson, who gets to work with the Brazil international on a regular basis, has saluted the qualities that make him one of the very best

Chris Burton

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‘Man Utd like Liverpool of old & can’t sign who they want’

The Anfield legend feels those at Old Trafford should be looking to land “four world-class players”, but regression will prevent them from doing so

Chris Burton

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Klopp: Football still a 'wonderful game' even without fans

The German has said his players all began playing without supporters and will have to adjust to the game's new normal

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Injuring Salah was a Ramos masterstroke - Chiellini

The veteran defender has hailed the hard-nosed attitude and the "diabolical" desire to win of the Real Madrid man

Robin Bairner

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PL return can't be 100 per cent safe but I'd play - Jose Enrique

The former Newcastle full-back believes England's top flight should look at restarting, with players taking as many Covid-19 tests as possible

Robin Bairner

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‘Henderson can be annoying, but he means well’

The Reds midfielder can see the benefits of working alongside a demanding captain, with there also lessons to be taken from “non-stop” James Milner

Chris Burton

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'Werner would only sit on the bench at Liverpool'

The German icon is in no doubt his compatriot has the ability to shine in the Premier League but says he should spend one more year in the Bundesliga

Nizaar Kinsella

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'Klopp has been texting me about the Bundesliga restart'

The German top flight will become the first European league to return from its coronavirus suspension when it resumes play on Saturday

Alex Schluter

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'Delighted he's listening!' - Neville laughs at Klopp jibe

There were clearly no hard feelings as the former Manchester United defender saw the funny side of the Liverpool manager's light-hearted jab

Peter Hanson

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‘Sancho should pick Liverpool over Man Utd’

The former Reds defender believes the Borussia Dortmund attacker would find it tough to turn down a move to Anfield, as he would be one for the future

Chris Burton

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Klopp makes Neville joke as he discusses lockdown life

The Reds boss is awaiting the resumption of football as his side seek the league title - but in the meantime, he has been listening to the pundits

Emma Smith

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Why PL clubs will be very interested in the Bundesliga's return

German football is set to resume this weekend, and there are plenty of reasons for English clubs to be keeping a very close eye on proceedings

Neil Jones

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Chelsea & Liverpool talk curbed by Coutinho’s agent

Kia Joorabchian claims no discussions have been held with supposed suitors of the Brazilian, while Willian is also waiting on making a future call

Chris Burton

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How Liverpool fans REALLY feel about Premier League return

With English football edging towards a June restart, Goal spoke to a number of Reds supporters to get their thoughts on the big issues

Neil Jones

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'Wan-Bissaka without a doubt better than Alexander-Arnold'

The Liverpool star might hold the edge going forward, but Van Aanholt believes his ex-colleague has a greater mastery of the art of defending

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'Is Werner ready for Liverpool step up?'

The ex-Reds winger admits the prolific Germany international would be a useful squad addition at Anfield, but is not convinced he would be a starter

Chris Burton

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‘Van Dijk isn’t the Premier League’s best ever defender’

The former Reds star acknowledges that the Dutchman has made an important impact at Anfield, but feels it is too soon to brand him the greatest

Chris Burton

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‘Sancho like Neymar & would improve any team’

The former Red Devils midfielder says the England international “walks into the great teams” ahead of a possible big-money transfer in 2020

Chris Burton

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Adrian not fearing Premier League restart

The Reds shot stopper admits any return to action comes with a lot of respect and responsibility in the wake of recent events

Dejan Kalinic

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Barnes: Without relegation, Liverpool shouldn't be given title

The former winger says that football must be flexible when the sport does begin again, even if that return is delayed for many months

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Shelvey admits leaving Liverpool was a mistake

The Magpies' vice-captain says he was being too hasty when he joined Swansea City in search of more playing time

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Jordan's best yet to come - Lamptey 

Ex-Ghana attacker Nii Lamptey shares his thoughts on the Crystal Palace forward 

P Narkortu Teye

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Mane better than Salah in last three seasons - Whelan

The Senegalese forward is reportedly attracting interest from top European teams after his impressive performances in Jurgen Klopp’s team

Taiye Taiwo

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Liverpool loanee Phillips 'excited' for Bundesliga restart

The 23-year-old is ready to resume the league season with his side fighting for promotion from the German second division

Sam France

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Cisse: 2006 FA Cup final was 'another Istanbul'

The French striker played in both games, which each saw the Reds make famous comebacks to draw 3-3 and win on penalties

Sam France

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Cisse serious about Ligue 1 return as he targets 100 club

The former Reds striker is stuck on 96 goals in France's top flight following spells with Auxerre, Marseille and Bastia

Sacha Pisani

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Saul: Liverpool at Anfield not Atleti's toughest CL game

The Spain international played the full 120 minutes on Merseyside but believes that the 2-1 loss to the Munich giants was a more difficult game

Sam France

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Rummenigge surprised by Werner's Bayern transfer comments

The RB Leipzig striker publicly stated he would prefer a move abroad to joining the Bundesliga champions, amid heavy Premier League interest

Sam France

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Liverpool target Werner 'best suited to staying at RB Leipzig'

A move to Anfield for the German seems more inevitable with each passing day, but his team-mate feels he should remain in familiar surroundings

I Oliva Gispert

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Messi or Ronaldo? Klopp picks his favourite

While the Portugal international is close to perfection, the Reds manager prefers the Barcelona magician

Dejan Kalinic

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Robertson sets Milner target in retirement plan

The Scotland international has reiterated that he may be tempted to head home to Celtic at some stage, but would like to hang up his boots at Anfield

Chris Burton

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‘Salah, Mane & Firmino stronger together than apart’

The ex-Reds striker admits a fearsome unit pieced together by Jurgen Klopp “just clicks”, with collective strength greater than individual ability

Chris Burton

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'I wouldn't be here without you' - Meet Klopp's mentor

Wolfgang Frank is not widely known outside Germany yet he is regarded by the Liverpool manager as one of the most influential figures in football

Alex Keble

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Liverpool snub led Owen to Man Utd

The former England international admits his preference was to return to Anfield in 2009, but he ended up making a move to the Reds’ arch-rivals

Chris Burton

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Football's like boxing, you have to know when to attack - Simeone

The Argentine boss felt his side's stunning victory over the Reds at Anfield was well deserved and has rejected suggestions it was a fluke result

James Westwood

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On this Day: Manchester City beat Liverpool to the 2019 Premier League title

The 12th May 2019 saw the Premier League title go down to the final matches of the season.

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‘Why would you join Man Utd or Chelsea over Liverpool?’

The former Anfield favourite believes that Jurgen Klopp will look to add players, such as Timo Werner, that make it clear they want to play for him

Chris Burton

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Van Dijk is an unbelievable player - Henderson

The Reds captain has heaped praise upon the Netherlands international for his "immense" contribution to the club's cause over the last two years

James Westwood

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‘Coutinho like Messi at Liverpool but doesn’t fit Barca’

The former Blaugrana star admits that the presence of another mercurial playmaker at Camp Nou has contributed to the struggles of a big-money signing

Chris Burton

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Balotelli's training habits a 'disgrace', says Lambert

The ex-Anfield attacker admitted that he was frustrated that his former team-mate was frequently chosen ahead of him

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Should Yaya have been named PFA POTY in 2014?

It was a close run thing in the title race, as it was for the individual honour, but should the Ivorian feel hard done by with Luis Suarez's win?

Seye Omidiora

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Liverpool physio sympathises with fans amid title frustrations

The Reds are on the verge of making history, but may be robbed of the chance to celebrate with their supporters given the coronavirus pandemic

James Westwood

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I passed on signing Cantona for Liverpool - Souness

The former Reds boss was offered the chance to snap up the enigmatic French talent before he was brought to English football by Leeds United in 1992

Chris Burton

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Salah & Mane teaching Tomori about tough ‘men’s football’

The 22-year-old has enjoyed a breakthrough Premier League season in 2019-20, with the defender stepping up on the back of Football League loans

Chris Burton

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Mahrez reveals Liverpool interest before Man City move

The Algerian winger has revealed that he was a target for Jurgen Klopp after helping Leicester win the Premier League

James Westwood

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Mahrez reveals Liverpool interest before City move

The Algeria international joined the Citizens from Leicester City in the summer of 2018

Kunle Fayiga

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No Liverpool regrets for Lucas after growing unhappy

The Brazilian midfielder departed Merseyside in the summer of 2017, with a 10-year spell in England brought to a close when heading for Lazio

Chris Burton

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‘Liverpool not looking for Werner to replace anyone’

The ex-Reds star feels interest in the prolific RB Leipzig striker is purely down to Jurgen Klopp looking to add greater depth to his squad at Anfield

Chris Burton

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Van Dijk: I was nearly axed by academy

The Liverpool centre-back has become one of the world's great footballers, however the Dutch international says he almost never made it professionally

Emma Smith

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Van Dijk had 'instant feeling' about 'surreal' Liverpool move

The Anfield club ticked most of the boxes for the defender, who believes he has gone from strength to strength since moving to Merseyside

Rob Lancaster

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‘Liverpool have overtaken Man City as dominant force’

The former Reds striker sees those at Anfield having taken on the mantle of being the side to catch when it comes to supremacy in the Premier League

Chris Burton

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Werner would be suited to Liverpool's style - Rangnick

The head of sport development believes the team's star striker would slot in nicely at Anfield, but hopes he stays in Germany

Dejan Kalinic

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Van Dijk is best ever PL centre-back - Kompany

The Belgian veteran talked up his former rival's impact at Liverpool, labelling him the best ever centre-half in the English top flight

Dejan Kalinic

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Van Dijk explains why he snubbed Man City to join Liverpool

The Netherlands international carefully weighed up his options before joining Jurgen Klopp's side

Robin Bairner

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'Alexander-Arnold the best attacking full-back since Cafu'

The Reds right-back has reached 12 Premier League assists in back-to-back campaigns

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We knew Alexander-Arnold would be the best - Lucas

The right-back made broke into the Reds' first team shortly before the Brazilian left for Lazio, but he made a lasting impression

Sam France

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Leno: Alisson is best keeper in Premier League

The Brazilian shot-stopper has cemented his status as one of the best in the world since his move from Roma two years ago

Sam France

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Covid-19 stoppage forces Van Dijk to reflect on future retirement

Footballers often struggle to adapt once they hang up their boots, a feeling that the defender can sympathise with after almost two months inactive

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‘Man Utd & Liverpool-linked White good enough for top-four club’

The ex-Whites defender has been impressed by the on-loan Brighton man at Elland Road and believes he is destined for bigger and better things

Chris Burton

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Klopp makes ‘easy’ pick as top player he would re-sign

The Reds boss says he would happily add Steven Gerrard to his ranks at Anfield, but says the iconic former skipper would have to “fight for his place”

Chris Burton

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Ex-Liverpool director makes Henderson & Bale transfer claims

Damien Comolli, who took the England international to Anfield, saw the Reds enter into transfer talks with the Cottagers during the summer of 2012

Chris Burton

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Cannavaro sympathises with Van Dijk over Ballon d'Or defeat

Players at the back face an uphill struggle to win awards even before a ball has been kicked, according to the last defender to win the coveted prize

Chris Myson

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Van Dijk sounds ominous warning to rivals

The Netherlands international has become a talismanic presence for club country, but the commanding centre-half believes there is more to come

Chris Burton

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Van Dijk is best defender in the world – Baresi

The Rossoneri icon has sought to talk up the importance of defenders in any ambitious side, with those at Anfield having found one of real “quality”

Chris Burton

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USMNT star Pulisic forever grateful to Klopp

The United States international, who is now on the books at Chelsea, was given his break at Borussia Dortmund by the current Liverpool manager

Chris Burton

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‘Liverpool used to fall apart, now they are strong stuff’

The former Reds midfielder has saluted the efforts of a team that could have regressed again after missing out on the Premier League crown in 2019

Chris Burton

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Haaland urged to join Liverpool as Man Utd questioned

Alf Ingve Berntsen, who worked with the teenage striker at Byrne FK, believes a heavyweight European outfit should already have signed the Norwegian

Chris Burton

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Robertson admits he'd 'love' to play for Celtic one day

The Scottish defender has revealed his ambition to play for the club he supported in his youth before he hangs up his boots

James Westwood

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Firmino better for Barca than Martinez - Bojan

The Liverpool forward could slot more easily into the La Liga side' system than the Inter striker, according to the former Camp Nou front man

John Skilbeck

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Gegenpressing: How does Klopp's tactical style work?

Goal takes a look at the style of football that has become synonymous with Liverpool and is spreading throughout the world

Ryan Kelly

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'Thousands of people will show up at Anfield' if PL resumes

The former Liverpool midfielder says that he would be concerned about returning to play at home grounds after the coronavirus lockdown

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Man Utd can’t catch Liverpool in a couple of years – Ince

The former Red Devils midfielder believes it is going to take much more than a few windows of big spending for those at Anfield to be chased down

Chris Burton

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Robertson regrets disrespecting ‘best ever’ Messi

The Scottish defender tangled with the Argentine legend during a Champions League tie at Anfield which delivered a remarkable fight-back from the Reds

Chris Burton

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'Talk sh*t & hope they buy it' - Robertson on selling lingerie

The Scotland international recanted his time working in the underwear section of M&S well before going on to win the Champions League with Liverpool

Stephen Crawford

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Fowler 'not playing around' in Brisbane coaching hotseat

His reputation as a goalscorer was never in doubt but the former Liverpool forward is now out to prove himself as a coach in Australia's A-League

Neil Jones

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Rumours: Koulibaly considering Liverpool switch

Goal brings you all the latest news, rumours and deals related to African stars across the world

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No more tiki-taka? Football’s next tactical revolution

Pep Guardiola and Jurgen Klopp have set their own tactical trends in recent years - but could there be another shift in direction on the horizon?

Charles Watts

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Liverpool and Leipzig want Rashica, claims Kosovo chief

Agim Amedi says the pair are among a number of clubs tracking the Werder Bremen winger, who has scored 10 goals in all competitions this season

Sam France

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Liverpool partially re-open training ground

Several players have been able to train a the Reds' Melwood base for hour-long outdoor sessions

Neil Jones

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Liverpool ‘always’ Gerrard’s team but he's in no rush to leave Rangers

The Anfield icon admits his boyhood club will always be “special” to him, amid talk of a possible return as manager, but he has a job to do in Glasgow

Chris Burton

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'It's not about denying Liverpool title' - Fans question restart

All of the season's remaining matches could be played behind closed doors but some supporters want the suspension extended due to the Covid-19 crisis

Jonathan Smith

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'It's not about denying Liverpool title' - Fans question restart

All of the season's remaining matches could be played behind closed doors but some supporters want the suspension extended due to the Covid-19 crisis

Jonathan Smith

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Liverpool urged to land Werner over Koulibaly

The former Reds defender would love to see another commanding centre-half acquired, but feels a prolific striker should be targeted first

Chris Burton

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‘Liverpool wrap up title with Koulibaly deal’

Jurgen Klopp is said to be mulling over a move for the Senegalese centre-half, with a former Anfield star excited by the transfer speculation

Chris Burton

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Football leagues suspended by Covid-19 and when they will return

Competitions all over the world have been postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic and Goal has taken a look at when the divisions could restart

Oliver Lines

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Tough times were key to CL win - Henderson

The Reds skipper believes his side's previous shortcomings gave them the inspiration to ensure they walked away triumphant against Spurs

Josh Thomas

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Klopp reveals favourite memory from Champions League final

The Reds boss admits neither side were at their best in the decider but singled out the moment he knew his side had clinched the trophy

Josh Thomas

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Klopp turned down Mexico job in favour of Liverpool

The Reds boss was given the chance to manage El Tri but said he had his sights set on a move to England instead

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'The only thing you can do is clap' - Rodri salutes Liverpool

The Reds have built a 25-point lead atop the Premier League table, winning 25 of their 27 matches

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Could Premier League 2020-21 be played without fans?

If football does kick off again without fans, how long will it be for? Goal takes a look

Ryan Kelly

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Gerrard slams 'almighty rush' to end Scottish Premiership season

Celtic look set to be crowned champions without the campaign being completed but the Gers boss wants to play on

Dom Farrell

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Tomori describes Firmino & Salah as his toughest opponents

The England defender has opened up on his first season in the Blues' senior squad under Frank Lampard

James Westwood

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'Man Utd nowhere near Man City & Liverpool'

The Welshman thinks the Red Devils' rebuilding job has only just begun and claims there remains a "big gap" between the top two and the rest

James Westwood

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‘Everybody was celebrating so I just joined in!'

The Reds defender was making his way up for the corner that Trent Alexander-Arnold took quickly and booked a place in the Champions League final

Chris Burton

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'They threw Sterling under a bus' - Ex-team-mate on Rodgers row

The defender had a front-row view for the row between manager and youth star as he also tells Goal of a run-in of his own with Craig Bellamy

Neil Jones

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‘Werner should expect bench duty at Liverpool’

The former Reds striker hopes another attacker will be snapped up in the next window, allowing somebody to tread the same path that he once took

Chris Burton

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Oxlade-Chamberlain welcomes Liverpool’s contract ‘risk’

The England international midfielder suffered a serious knee injury in April 2018, but was handed fresh terms at Anfield in the summer of 2019

Chris Burton

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Klopp responds to Mbappe & Sancho links to Liverpool

The Reds boss is reluctant to be drawn on the identity of possible targets, but admits deals could be done with superstar performers in the future

Chris Burton

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'Messi deserved Ballon d'Or win despite Van Dijk form'

The Liverpool defender had been backed by many to claim football's ultimate individual prize in 2019 but was beaten out by the Argentine

Charles Watts

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Evra received death threats after Suarez racism

The former Red Devils star was forced to employ personal security after the warnings were made

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How Arsenal's Anfield title triumph led to the Premier League

Michael Thomas's championship-winning goal in the dying seconds of a 2-0 win over the Reds changed the way football was perceived in England

Alex Keble

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Klopp: Reds are playing like five or six-year-old boys

The German feels his players are itching to get back to competitive action once the pandemic situation relaxes

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Henderson is Liverpool’s biggest midfield miss - Murphy

The former Reds star believes Jurgen Klopp has pieced together an impressive collection of performers that help to make his side tick

Chris Burton

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Karius ends Besiktas contract after pay dispute

The German goalkeeper, on loan in Turkey from Liverpool, was reported to be suing the Super Lig club for repeatedly failing to pay his wages

Emma Smith

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The day Carragher wrecked 'mini Wembley' at Melwood

Former Liverpool midfielder David Thompson talks exclusively to Goal about Houllier, Souness and why Tugay was every bit as good as Pirlo

Neil Jones

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‘Manky foot Robertson’s toes face the wrong way!’

The England international midfielder played alongside the Scottish defender at Hull City and always believed he was destined to reach the top

Chris Burton

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‘Alisson world’s best & should spend long time at Liverpool’

A man who enjoyed considerable success during his time as a goalkeeper at Anfield considers a Brazil international to be the finest on the planet

Chris Burton

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Klopp gives everything for his players - Can

A former Red who played at Anfield between 2014 and 2018 has hailed the German head coach for his man management skills

James Westwood

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‘Alisson a Liverpool bargain & worth way over £100m’

The former Reds custodian believes a transfer fee that broke records at the time has been made to look like a shrewd investment for those at Anfield

Chris Burton

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'Liverpool need another forward but Mbappe may not be right fit'

A former Anfield favourite has questioned whether the World Cup winner would buy into Jurgen Klopp's philosophy on Merseyside

James Westwood

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Lloris: It would be cruel to deny Liverpool the title

The Frenchman believes clubs should do everything they can to ensure the league is finished safely and fairly

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Alexander-Arnold will surpass Neville 'by far'

The Reds defender has impressed since breaking into Jurgen Klopp's side, but he has not yet reached the level of the ex-United star

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I'm improving and happy at Liverpool - Origi

Behind Mohamed Salah, Roberto Firmino and Sadio Mane in the pecking order, the Belgian forward is nevertheless happy with his role at Anfield

Ben Spratt

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Aguero: Two steps from Van Dijk are 50 for me!

The Manchester City striker has admitted how difficult he finds coming up against the Dutch centre-back in the Premier League

James Westwood

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'Coutinho at Liverpool was unlike anything I'd seen before'

The Brazilian attacking midfielder went on to become a star at Anfield and his early days at Melwood represented a thrilling sign of what was to come

Ryan Tolmich

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