Liverpool’s defensive rebuild could yet see another chapter next summer, with Marc Guehi’s stance on his future now made clear after his collapsed deadline day move. Guehi made Liverpool his only o…| The Empire of The Kop
Something deeply emotional has come from Luis Diaz just as Liverpool kicked off their first pre-season match in Yokohama. The Colombian forward, who has now left the club to join Bayern Munich in a…| The Empire of The Kop
Stan Collymore highly impressed by what he’s seen from ‘solid 8/10’ Liverpool summer signing| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool’s summer rebuild saw us cash in on several players, but a new report has suggested one departure may not be permanent. As reported by Lewis Steele for Mail Sport, Liverpool inserted a buyback clause into the deal that took Jarell Quansah to Bayer Leverkusen for £35m. The agreement even includes pre-arranged terms for a […] The post Liverpool could bring back defender after Guehi collapse: Steele appeared first on The Empire of The Kop.| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool could face a battle to keep hold of one player over the next few months, according to one of the most respected journalists covering the club. As per Transfermarkt, the Reds currently have six first-teamers whose contracts will expire in June 2026, one of whom is Ibrahima Konate. Speculation has already been rife over […] The post ‘It is a worry…’ – Liverpool at risk of ‘huge blow’ as ‘interest is real’ in £36m powerhouse appeared first on The Empire of The Kop.| The Empire of The Kop
Stan Collymore has been impressed by what he’s seen from one of Liverpool’s summer signings in his first few games at Anfield. In July, the Reds snapped up Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt for an initial £69m, with that potentially rising to £79m with add-ons (The Independent). While perhaps not garnering as much media attention […] The post Stan Collymore highly impressed by what he’s seen from ‘solid 8/10’ Liverpool summer signing appeared first on The Empire of The Kop.| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool’s Mo Salah has once again shown why he is admired around the world, after making a touching gesture to celebrate a new international teammate’s milestone. Salah’s gift to Egypt debutant Picture via @amr_elgazar34 on Instagram As reported by africatopsports.com, the Egypt captain presented Amr El Gazar with a Liverpool shirt following the youngster’s first […] The post Young Egypt player left stunned by what Salah did after his call-up appeared first on The Empire of The Kop.| The Empire of The Kop
The summer transfer window shut just three days ago, but already Liverpool fans have been reliably informed of one potential signing to look out for in 2026. Arne Slot’s squad has been revamped over the past three months, with more than £400m spent on new signings, including two £100m+ additions in Florian Wirtz and Alexander […] The post ‘One to watch’ – Lewis Steele namechecks £51m magician as a potential Liverpool signing in 2026 appeared first on The Empire of The Kop.| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool’s former record signing Florian Wirtz faces a demanding international schedule after Germany manager Julian Nagelsmann made clear he will not be given any rest. Nagelsmann insists Wirtz must play for Germany (Photo by Christian Kaspar-Bartke/Getty Images) As reported via Bulinews, Nagelsmann dismissed the idea of sparing the 22-year-old midfielder despite his heavy workload since […] The post Nagelsmann sparks concern with “no leniency” message to Liverpool’s £116m man ap...| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool could be able to complete a highly astute piece of business next January, if reports are to be believed. The Reds enjoyed a bonanza summer transfer window in which they twice broke their club record to sign Florian Wirtz in a £116m deal in June and then clinch a £125m move for Alexander Isak […] The post Liverpool could snap up ‘ultimate professional’ for just £25m in January; was once valued at £70m appeared first on The Empire of The Kop.| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool fans might have to be patient in waiting for their club-record signing to make his first start for the Reds. The protracted Alexander Isak transfer saga finally came to an end on Monday night as the Premier League champions confirmed the Swedish striker’s arrival from Newcastle in a blockbuster £125m deal. The 25-year-old is […] The post ‘The plan is…’ – Arne Slot tipped to bench Liverpool summer signing for Burnley clash appeared first on The Empire of The Kop.| The Empire of The Kop
It seems to have gone largely unnoticed, but Alisson Becker played a subtle yet ingenious role in Liverpool’s match-winning goal last weekend. The Reds prevailed 1-0 against Arsenal courtesy of a show-stopping free kick from Dominik Szoboszlai in the 83rd minute, which was described as ‘world-class‘ by Gary Neville and left ex-USA international Taylor Twellman […] The post (Video) Liverpool fans may have missed piece of Alisson genius just before Szoboszlai free kick appeared first on...| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool’s academy is set for the most significant transformation since its doors first opened, with a £20m redevelopment that promises to reshape the club’s youth system for years to come. Liverpool academy redevelopment plans confirmed (Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images) As reported by James Pearce for The Athletic, Fenway Sports Group have approved a £20m […] The post FSG reveal investment plan that Liverpool insiders say will “make a massive difference” – report appeared fi...| The Empire of The Kop
Mo Salah has penned an emotional farewell message to Harvey Elliott on social media after the latter’s exit from Liverpool earlier this week. The 22-year-old has joined Aston Villa on a season-long loan with a purchase obligation once he makes 10 appearances for Unai Emery’s side, with the fee cited at £35m by Merseyside sources […] The post ‘Champion’ – Mo Salah posts emotional farewell message to Harvey Elliott after Liverpool exit appeared first on The Empire of The Kop.| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool’s pursuit of Alexander Isak took a decisive turn once Hugo Ekitike joined us this summer, with The Athletic outlining how the Newcastle striker’s mood changed immediately after that deal was completed. According to James Pearce, Oliver Kay and others, the Magpies had resisted an initial approach from Anfield in mid-July when we offered around […] The post How Isak’s mood shifted after Liverpool sealed Ekitike deal – Athletic appeared first on The Empire of The Kop.| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool broke their then-transfer record to sign Florian Wirtz this summer, so there’ll be plenty of expectation on the German to have a starring role at Anfield. Arriving from Bayer Leverkusen in a £116m deal in June, the 22-year-old is still in the embroynic stages of his Merseyside career, with just four competitive appearances to […] The post ‘The question will be’ – Carragher and Keane debate whether Wirtz will be a success at Liverpool appeared first on The Empire of The Kop.| The Empire of The Kop
Giovanni Leoni could be in line to make his Italy debut before his Liverpool one! The 18-year-old is one of three players (along with Giovanni Fabbian and Francesco Pio Esposito) given their first call-up to the senior Azzurri squad for their World Cup qualifiers against Estonia and Israel over the coming days. The teenage defender […] The post Gennaro Gattuso raves about Giovanni Leoni in explaining Liverpool gem’s maiden Italy call-up appeared first on The Empire of The Kop.| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool have been handed a huge boost in attack after Cody Gakpo confirmed he turned down outside interest to extend his deal at Anfield until 2030. Speaking to ESPN, the Dutch international expl…| The Empire of The Kop
As Liverpool prepare for a second season under Arne Slot, two of our biggest names are now being looked at by clubs from the Saudi Pro League. According to Andy Hunter for The Guardian, “The Liverp…| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool look set to kick off the transfer window with a confirmed deal that Fabrizio Romano says is already signed and sealed — and it might not be the only incoming from Bayer Leverkusen. Accord…| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool are ready to submit a second, improved bid for Alexander Isak this summer. This follows a groundbreaking update for Newcastle, with the Magpies having hijacked Bayern Munich’s top t…| The Empire of The Kop
Fabrizio Romano is expecting Liverpool to step up ‘conversations’ over one transfer target today as FSG eye a ‘perfect opportunity’ in the market. Not a day has gone by in A…| The Empire of The Kop
Arne Slot won’t have been happy with a few decisions from Simon Hooper in the opening exchanges of Liverpool’s clash against Newcastle tonight. As if the fixture at St James’ Park…| The Empire of The Kop
After numerous failed pursuits during the summer transfer window, could Newcastle finally be about to sign a striker? The Magpies’ efforts to strengthen their forward line have continually hi…| The Empire of The Kop
Rio Ngumoha broke Newcastle hearts in show-stopping fashion on Monday night, but that didn’t deter one Magpies player from undertaking a gracious post-match gesture. The 16-year-old came on f…| The Empire of The Kop
Manchester City will no doubt have been scarred by surrendering their Premier League title to Liverpool so meekly last season, and they now appear to be plotting a form of revenge in the transfer m…| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool fans were treated to two goals inside the opening five minutes at Anfield’s first match since the end of May, and one man was central to both of them. Arne Slot will have been looki…| The Empire of The Kop
Arne Slot will have seen quite a lot in his first 15 months as Liverpool head coach, but he didn’t see his team scoring just 20 seconds after half-time against Newcastle tonight. As in, he li…| The Empire of The Kop
To say that Rio Ngumoha made an immediate impact to life as a Premier League player would be a gross understatement. Four days short of his 17th birthday, the winger was brought off the bench six m…| The Empire of The Kop
Alexander Isak has reportedly doubled down on his desire to leave Newcastle for Liverpool in the final week of the summer transfer window. It was a week ago today that the Swedish striker went publ…| The Empire of The Kop
Virgil van Dijk is doing his utmost to keep Rio Ngumoha grounded after the teenager’s ‘dream debut’ in the Premier League on Monday night. With Liverpool on the verge of being hel…| The Empire of The Kop
Arne Slot knew the inevitable question about Alexander Isak was coming, and he had his answer ready! Much of the discussion ahead of tonight’s match between Newcastle and Liverpool was centre…| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool look set to be left disappointed in their reported hopes of signing one of Europe’s most coveted young talents. Last month, CaughtOffside reported that the Reds could vie with Arsen…| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool’s chances of signing Alexander Isak this month could hinge significantly on the fate of another prospective transfer. Amid the striker’s standoff with Newcastle, he’s ex…| The Empire of The Kop
Arne Slot could be prepared to put plenty of faith in one youngster at Liverpool this season, judging by reports over the past 24 hours. The Reds’ forward line has changed considerably over t…| The Empire of The Kop
If Liverpool want to sign Alexander Isak before the summer transfer window closes, they have one week remaining to get the deal done. The ‘will-he-won’t-he’ saga of the past few w…| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool and Everton are set to meet at Goodison Park and our stand-in captain has been speaking about the desire to enact...| The Empire of The Kop
Manchester United are reportedly plotting a move to take ex-Liverpool coach Andy O’Boyle to Old Trafford, that’s according to the Daily Mail...| The Empire of The Kop
Pre-season is generally the best time for managers and coaches to indulge in experimentation, and that’s exactly what Arne Slot was doing today. The fixtures played prior to the start of the …| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool have been rocked by an injury blow shortly before their pre-season friendly against AC Milan in Hong Kong today. The Reds brought a 29-player squad with them to the Far East for their tou…| The Empire of The Kop
Our new ‘An Ode To..’ series takes a long-read look at some of the biggest figures in the history of Liverpool Football Club. In the first of the series and on the week of his 33rd birthday,…| The Empire of The Kop
One Liverpool player who’s currently out on loan has been lauded by a number of journalists after his most recent performance. Stefan Bajcetic was recalled from an unhappy spell at Red Bull S…| The Empire of The Kop
Amid a summer of high-profile exits from Liverpool, another player is seeking a move away from Anfield before the transfer window closes next Monday. Trent Alexander-Arnold, Caoimhin Kelleher, Luis…| The Empire of The Kop
One renowed reporter has given Liverpool ‘a small chance’ of signing Alexander Isak before the summer transfer window closes. The Newcastle striker published an explosive statement on T…| The Empire of The Kop
As Crystal Palace prepare for their Conference League play-off first leg against Fredrikstad on Thursday night, their captain Marc Guehi has been at the epicentre of intense transfer speculation. A…| The Empire of The Kop
Crystal Palace may be taking a tentative look towards the possibility of life after Marc Guehi amid Liverpool’s ongoing interest in the defender. The two clubs remain in negotiations over a p…| The Empire of The Kop
The future of Kostas Tsimikas remains uncertain as we enter the final two weeks of the summer transfer window. The 29-year-old has largely played second fiddle to Andy Robertson in the left-back pe…| The Empire of The Kop
Newcastle United have made it clear that they won’t be selling Alexander Isak to Liverpool unless they were to make attacking reinforcements of their own, and even then it’d require the…| The Empire of The Kop
Mikel Arteta saw his Arsenal side thump Leeds 5-0 on Saturday, but it wasn’t the perfect evening for the Gunners boss. The home faithful at the Emirates Stadium toasted the newly-announced si…| The Empire of The Kop
Hugo Ekitike couldn’t have asked for a better start to his competitive Liverpool career. The Frenchman followed up his goalscoring appearance against Crystal Palace in the Community Shield wi…| The Empire of The Kop
Newcastle United have issued a formal response to an explosive statement from Alexander Isak on Tuesday night. Amid the striker’s ongoing clamour for a move to Liverpool, and his current empl…| The Empire of The Kop
Alexander Isak has taken to social media to provide an update on his current situation after being named in the PFA Premier League Team of the Year. The Newcastle forward, who is currently training…| The Empire of The Kop
One reliable reporter has now claimed that Liverpool are ‘highly unlikely’ to sign Alexander Isak in the current transfer window. The Newcastle striker set the cat among the pigeons in …| The Empire of The Kop
Pardon the pun, but Liverpool sporting director Richard Hughes certainly means business in the weeks leading up to the 2025 summer transfer window! The Reds have already more or less clinched the s…| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool are now one huge step closer to completing the signing of Jeremie Frimpong. At around the same time that the Reds conceded what turned out to be a match-deciding goal from Brighton’…| The Empire of The Kop
Fabrizio Romano has given his trademark ‘here we go’ to Liverpool’s signing of Jeremie Frimpong. The Merseysiders were understood to have been keen on the Dutchman for quite some …| The Empire of The Kop
Jarell Quansah needed just six minutes to score on his Bundesliga debut this afternoon, and the former Liverpool defender duly paid a heartfelt tribute to Diogo Jota. The 22-year-old left Anfield f…| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool may now have been handed a significant boost in their reported transfer pursuit of Florian Wirtz. The Reds are understood to have submitted a ‘concrete’ proposal to try and si…| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool could still secure Ibou Konate’s long-term future at Anfield, but talks are currently “stalled” and no breakthrough is on the horizon, according to journalist David Lynch. With concerns m…| The Empire of The Kop
‘Had conversations’: Liverpool fans will be on red alert after major Newcastle update| The Empire of The Kop
Lewis Koumas has officially become a Birmingham City player. The 19-year-old Academy talent successfully underwent a medical with the Championship outfit ahead of a season-long loan move. The forwa…| The Empire of The Kop
There seems to remain some dispute over the extent to which promises made to Alexander Isak were broken. The Sweden international appears to be under the impression that Newcastle understood he int…| The Empire of The Kop
Ahead of the start of the 2025/26 WSL season, Liverpool FC Women have made some significant signings in a bid to strengthen their squad and compete for a better finish this time around. Last term, …| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool have reportedly held internal discussions over using Federico Chiesa as a makeweight in a deal for Alexander Isak. The Merseysiders have yet to make a breakthrough in negotiations for the…| The Empire of The Kop
Arne Slot has left the door ajar on the possibility of further signings at Liverpool before the summer transfer window closes on 1 September. The Reds have already completed several eye-catching ad…| The Empire of The Kop
Arne Slot could be left with a major selection dilemma for Liverpool’s visit to Newcastle on Monday night. The Dutchman will recall how his team conceded three goals on their most recent trip…| The Empire of The Kop
One piece of news which was confirmed on Thursday could be greeted with enthusiasm or worry by Liverpool, depending on their disposition. Even with the Reds just one match into the new Premier Leag…| The Empire of The Kop
Being a Liverpool fan when you live miles away is… well, different. You don’t just hop on a bus to Anfield on a Saturday. You don’t walk past the Shankly Gates on your way to work. You don’t even g…| The Empire of The Kop
Danny Murphy has implored Alexander Isak not to waste several months of his career in the lead-up to next year’s World Cup finals. The striker has dominated the headlines in recent days after…| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool have been backed to ‘step up their interest’ in Marc Guehi over the coming days, should one prospective scenario materialise. Sami Mokbel reported for BBC Sport earlier this w…| The Empire of The Kop
According to reports from France, one Liverpool player is being sought by a Champions League club in the final few days of the summer transfer window. There’s been plenty of movement in and o…| The Empire of The Kop
Alexander Isak looks increasingly destined to head for the Newcastle United exit door this summer. It remains to be seen whether the Magpies will pave the way in that regard, of course, given that …| The Empire of The Kop
Ian Wright had a minor disagreement with co-host Gary Neville over Liverpool signing Hugo Ekitike. The Frenchman moved to Merseyside this summer to the tune of £69m (initial fee) from Eintracht Fra…| The Empire of The Kop
According to reports from Spain, Arne Slot has sent a very clear message to the Liverpool hierarchy regarding one player in his current squad. In the last three months, there has been a spate of de…| The Empire of The Kop
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Liverpool could be facing a key decision in goal this summer – but Chris Kirkland believes the next step must be left up to the man at the centre of it all. Speaking exclusively to Empire of the Ko…| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool fans are ready for a busy summer of transfer activity and it seems that Milos Kerkez could be a realistic option to join the club. Striking a deal with Bournemouth could now be a little e…| The Empire of The Kop
‘Interesting one…’ – Journalist names exit-bound Liverpool player who’d be ‘ideal’ for Man United| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool, Arsenal and Manchester City could finish as the top three clubs in the Premier League for a second successive season, and the trio may also be set to battle it out for one of the most co…| The Empire of The Kop
Bayern Munich have made their move for Luis Diaz, and Liverpool have duly responded. The 28-year-old is a wanted man this summer, with Barcelona and Al-Hilal having also been hovering for the Colom…| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool have set the bar high for signings in the 2025 summer transfer window. The Merseysiders are due to complete a deal for Florian Wirtz shortly, with the German international set to take a m…| The Empire of The Kop
Real Madrid could reportedly be waiting in the wings to pounce if one Liverpool player is unable to agree a new contract at the club. It’s a storyline which sounds eerily familiar to Reds sup…| The Empire of The Kop
Of the many Liverpool players currently away on international duty, Ibrahima Konate will be among the happiest with how this window has gone. The defender captained France from the start for the fi…| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool appear to be making moves to try and bring in a talented young defender who’d have the firm seal of approval from Virgil van Dijk. With Jarell Quansah seemingly closing in on a tran…| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool look set to complete another summer sale, with a trusted journalist now reporting that Jarell Quansah’s move to Bayer Leverkusen is “considered a done deal”. That’s according to Florian P…| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool could be forced into the market for a centre-back this summer if they’re unable to keep hold of Ibrahima Konate, and a surprise name has emerged as a potential replacement for the F…| The Empire of The Kop
In a fortnight’s time, Ibrahima Konate will enter the final year of his current contract at Liverpool, who could soon be faced with a massive decision regarding the 26-year-old. Graeme Bailey…| The Empire of The Kop
Four years after signing Ibrahima Konate, Liverpool could viably execute a transfer coup with numerous parallels to that 2021 acquisition. By the end of August, the Reds’ centre-back ranks co…| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool could be approaching a major crossroads regarding one player at Anfield whose future will be a cause of concern for Reds supporters. Just as Mo Salah and Virgil van Dijk did 12 months ago…| The Empire of The Kop
Ally McCoist has named one ‘unbelievable’ striker who he thinks would be ‘absolutely perfect’ for Liverpool. On Wednesday, Ben Jacobs claimed that the Anfield hierarchy are …| The Empire of The Kop
Trent Alexander-Arnold’s Liverpool departure had already been announced, but the final twist in the tale has been confirmed – with Real Madrid parting with a substantial fee. As reported by David O…| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool look to be closing in on another significant summer transfer, according to the latest update from Fabrizio Romano. Speaking on X, the transfer journalist said: “The negotiations between L…| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool confirmed the signing of Jeremie Frimpong from Bayer Leverkusen on Friday evening, wih the Dutch right-back agreeing a five-year contract in a transfer amounting to just under £30m. While…| The Empire of The Kop
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Fabrizio Romano has shared some ‘really important news’ on Liverpool’s pursuit of Florian Wirtz this morning. The Reds appear to be making significant progress as they seek to win…| The Empire of The Kop
Fabrizio Romano has given his trademark ‘here we go’ to Liverpool’s first transfer of the summer. A move for Jeremie Frimpong gathered serious momentum in recent days before being…| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool now appear to be firmly in pole position to sign Florian Wirtz, and one man at Anfield has reportedly been pivotal towards the Reds holding the balance of power in this title race. In the…| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool appear to have made serious progress in their pursuit of Florian Wirtz over the past 24 hours. A number of widely trusted reporters shared significant updates on the matter on Friday, wit…| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool’s summer transfer plans may be further along than many expected, if new German reports are to be believed. That’s after journalist Christian Falk claimed Bayer Leverkusen’s Florian Wirtz …| The Empire of The Kop
Liverpool supporters won’t be thrilled to hear one former Premier League scout’s comments about one of our own, especially when it comes with a valuation that will raise eyebrows. As reported by Vi…| The Empire of The Kop
