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OpinionCarragher: Liverpool’s £445m 2025 spend could be worst
Jamie Carragher has warned that Liverpool’s £445m transfer spend for the 2025-26 season could become the worst in Premier League history if the new signings fail to improve. The Reds spent record amounts on Florian Wirtz (£116m), Alexander Isak (£125m), Hugo Ekitike (£79m), Milos Kerkez (£40m), Jeremie Frimpong (£29.5m), Giorgi Mamardashvili (£29m) and Giovanni Leoni (£26m), but finished fifth, 25 points behind Arsenal. Carragher says only Ekitike performed, and if the others do not step up under Andoni Iraola, the window may be condemned as the worst ever.
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TransfersManchester City Eye Liverpool's Cody Gakpo
Manchester City are reportedly interested in signing Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo, who is 27 and under contract until 2030. The Dutchman, who scored 18 goals and provided seven assists in Liverpool’s title-winning 2024-25 season, has been linked with Tottenham but could become City’s third summer signing amid a mixed reception from fans.
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TransfersLiverpool Near Finalizing £120M Bid for Bradley Barcola
Liverpool are reportedly close to signing PSG left-winger Bradley Barcola, with the deal potentially worth €140 million (£120 million) including add-ons. The transfer window will close on September 1, and the clubs are expected to finalize the contract before then.
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Match reportSzoboszlai’s last-gasp penalty salvages Liverpool draw
Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai scored a penalty with the last kick of the game to secure a 2-2 draw against Newcastle. The match was played in Andoni Iraola's first game in charge of the Reds.
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Match reportCity snatches 2-1 win over Bournemouth with late Gvardiol goal
Manchester City edged Bournemouth 2-1 on Sunday, with Josko Gvardiol scoring the winner in the 99th minute after a video review overturned an offside call. Marc Guehi had levelled the score with an 84th-minute header, and City’s new manager Enzo Maresca celebrated his first victory in charge.
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Match reportSzoboszlai’s 99th-minute penalty secures Liverpool point at Newcastle
Dominik Szoboszlai converted a 99th-minute penalty to earn Liverpool a 2-2 draw at Newcastle. The match, played on opening weekend, saw Anthony Elanga and Joe Willock score for the hosts, while Cody Gakpo levelled for Liverpool before the late spot-kick. The penalty was the latest in the Premier League since Dirk Kuyt’s 2011 strike.
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Match reportLiverpool’s Iraola: Holding Midfielder Not the Fix for Newcastle Draw
Liverpool coach Andoni Iraola said after a 2-2 draw with Newcastle United that signing a specialist holding midfielder will not fix the team’s problems. He highlighted defensive lapses and the need for a collective adjustment rather than a single player’s influence.
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Match reportLiverpool salvage 1-1 draw vs Newcastle 99th-minute penalty
Liverpool salvaged a 1-1 draw at St James’ Park with a 99th-minute penalty from Dominik Szoboszlai, after conceding a 2-1 lead from Yoane Wissa’s strike to Joe Willock. The Reds remain ninth in the Premier League, with a second match against Nottingham Forest next week.
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TransfersLiverpool Faces New Threat in Cody Gakpo Transfer Race
Liverpool’s 27-year-old forward Cody Gakpo is now the target of both Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City, with the Reds only willing to consider a sale if a very attractive offer is made and a replacement is secured before the transfer deadline. Gakpo’s recent goal in a 2-2 draw at Newcastle has reignited interest, while club journalists urge the FSG to keep the Dutchman at Anfield.
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Match reportNewcastle and Liverpool Draw 2-2 in Emotional St James' Park Show
In a 2-2 draw at St James' Park, Anthony Elanga broke his goal drought for Newcastle with a first-half strike, while Dominik Szoboszlai converted a penalty for Liverpool. The match, played at 4:35pm, also featured an emotional tribute to the late Kevin Keegan and highlighted key moments such as Victor Muñoz’s foul and the release clause for an Osasuna forward. The game was described as entertaining but flawed, with both sides showing promise and areas for improvement.
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Club newsHarvey Elliott’s Liverpool Future in Question
Harvey Elliott, 23, has been left out of Liverpool's squad for the Premier League opener against Newcastle, raising questions about his future at the club. The midfielder, who spent last season on loan at Aston Villa and whose contract expires next summer, has yet to secure a first-team spot under new manager Andoni Iraola.
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Match reportLiverpool’s new era under Iraola faces long road
Liverpool’s new manager Andoni Iraola’s first match ended in a 1-0 defeat to Newcastle, with a late penalty from Dominik Szoboszlai securing the point. The Reds’ performance highlighted the challenges ahead as the squad struggles to adapt to Iraola’s style and build chemistry after a turbulent season.
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OpinionLiverpool's Summer Chaos Still Haunts Season
Liverpool’s opening match at St James’ Park finished 2-2 against Newcastle, exposing the lingering instability from last summer’s transfer frenzy. The game revealed gaps in midfield, defense and full-back positions, while the club’s recent spending spree has yet to deliver results.
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Match reportLiverpool draw 2-2 at Newcastle, Szoboszlai penalty
Liverpool secured a 2-2 draw at St James' Park on 28 October 2023, with Dominik Szoboszlai converting a stoppage-time penalty to earn a point for Andoni Iraola’s side.
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Match reportLiverpool salvage 2-2 draw at Newcastle with late penalty
Liverpool earned a 2-2 draw at St. James’ Park on 23 August 2026 after a late penalty by Dominik Szoboszlai. Newcastle opened the scoring with Anthony Elanga in the fifth minute, and Joe Willock added a second in the 58th minute. Liverpool’s equaliser came from Cody Gakpo in the 55th minute, before the late penalty secured the draw.
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OpinionVan Dijk backs Szoboszlai as Liverpool’s future captain
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has publicly endorsed Dominik Szoboszlai as his long-term successor, citing the midfielder’s leadership qualities and recent performances. The 35-year-old defender praised Szoboszlai’s penalty composure in a 2-2 draw and highlighted his new five-year contract as a sign of trust. Van Dijk also addressed the reception of Alexander Isak at Newcastle and spoke about Liverpool’s search for a Salah replacement under new manager Andoni Iraola.
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Club newsVan Dijk urges Liverpool to sign quality before deadline
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk has called on the club to secure quality signings in the final week of the transfer window, after manager Andoni Iraola promised a new winger before the 11 pm deadline. The Reds have only added Victor Munoz this summer and are eyeing alternatives to PSG’s Bradley Barcola after the club demanded £145 million. Van Dijk stressed the team’s responsibility to improve and expressed full trust in the board’s decisions.
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Match reportLiverpool: Iraola’s Midfield Fix After 2-2 Draw
Liverpool’s new manager Andoni Iraola faces a midfield balance challenge after a 2-2 draw with Newcastle United on 23 August 2026. The match exposed vulnerabilities that Iraola aims to correct by repositioning Ryan Gravenberch and integrating Alexis Mac Allister.
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TransfersLiverpool to Pay £70m for Brighton Winger Minteh
Liverpool will need to pay £70m to sign Brighton winger Yankuba Minteh after two bids of £50m and £60m were rejected. Brighton remains firm on the valuation as manager Andoni Iraola prepares for his debut season.
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OpinionCarragher blasts Liverpool midfield after Newcastle draw
Jamie Carragher criticised Liverpool's midfield after a 2-2 draw with Newcastle at St James' Park, saying the current setup cannot work. He highlighted the lack of a defensive midfielder and the team's tendency to bomb forward.
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Match reportSalah nets brace as Trabzonspor beat Basaksehir 2-1
Mohamed Salah scored twice in Trabzonspor’s 2-1 victory over Istanbul Basaksehir, his first goals for the Turkish club after a two-year contract signed this summer. The 34-year-old, who left Liverpool after nine trophy-laden years, had failed to score in his first two matches. The win places Trabzonspor fourth in the Super Lig, and the team now faces a Europa League play-off second leg against Ferencvaros.
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OpinionNev on title race: Liverpool, Man City nowhere near levels required
Gary Neville claims Liverpool and Manchester City are far from the standard needed to challenge Arsenal in the Premier League title race.
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OpinionLiverpool’s 2-2 draw at Newcastle exposes midfield weakness
Liverpool drew 2-2 with Newcastle on Sunday, revealing a midfield imbalance that manager Andoni Iraola says will not be solved by signing a new winger. The match highlighted Ryan Gravenberch’s uncertain role as the team's No.6, with his advanced positioning leading to defensive lapses.
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Match reportNewcastle Manager Criticises Liverpool Penalty in 2-2 Draw
In a 2-2 draw at St James’ Park, Newcastle’s new boss Mattias Jaissle slammed the 95th-minute penalty awarded to Liverpool, calling it “really soft”. Dominik Szoboszlai converted the spot-kick to secure a point for the Reds, while pundits defended the decision and Newcastle’s players reflected on the match.