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"I think some of the performances still have to be better. Within that, obviously, you've got [moments where] you throw it away, you've got a draw against Leeds at home, a draw against Sunderland at home - games that you are probably expected to win. But within that as well, you've got a draw at the Emirates, you've got a win at the San Siro - games that weren't easy. Obviously, 11 unbeaten is good. We kind of stopped the bad form, which is always pleasing. But we need to still lift our levels of performance, I think everyone knows that, and that's what we're working towards."

The Argentina international has shone during his time in La Liga after also impressing in a stint in the Premier League with Manchester City, even though he wasn't first choice there. Alvarez has gone on to score 40 goals in 83 games since moving to Atletico, and there has been talk of interest from Liverpool, as per Football Insider, and also from Chelsea, as per Fichajes.

Speculation surrounding Micky van de Ven's future at Tottenham has intensified after a sensational insider claim linked the defender with a dream move to Liverpool. According to a report from a trusted source on X, the Dutch international is pushing towards a summer exit, with Anfield identified as his preferred destination. The timing of the rumour has raised eyebrows, coming amid growing unrest at Spurs and a season that has begun to unravel both on and off the pitch.

Liverpool have not had a breakthrough in contract talks with key central defender Ibrahima Konate as he nears the end of his Reds contract. The France international has been an important part of the Liverpool squad since joining in the summer of 2021, going on to make 161 appearances for the club in total, and helping them win the Premier League title last season.

Liverpool are reportedly prepared to break the British transfer record once again in an extraordinary attempt to sign Jude Bellingham, according to Spanish outlet Fichajes. The report claims the Reds are willing to pay an eye-watering 156 million to lure the England international away from Real Madrid, despite there being no indication that Los Blancos are open to any negotiations. Bellingham, who joined Real Madrid in 2023 and has since become one of the most influential midfielders in world football,

On paper, Jeremie Frimpong could slot into the role. Signed for his dynamism and versatility, Frimpong is a natural right-back. However, Slot's tactical adjustments during Mohamed Salah's AFCON absence have pushed Frimpong into an advanced role on the right wing. His pace and attacking instincts have been crucial in compensating for Salah's absence, making it unlikely Slot will sacrifice that attacking outlet by moving him back permanently.

Liverpool are interested in signing Mason Greenwood from Marseille in 2026, according to . The report in the Spanish news outlet has claimed that Liverpool are planning to make a bid of €100 million for the former Manchester United forward. According to the report, Liverpool believe that 'Greenwood can offer imbalance, goals, and youth, three key factors for rebuilding the attack after Salah's departure', adding: 'Furthermore, his past experience in the Premier League plays in favour of the sporting project.'

According to a report from Fichajes, Liverpool are plotting a temporary loan move for the South American superstar. Reds keen on Lionel Messi The Argentine attacker currently plays for Inter Miami, and he is on a break due to the MLS schedule. Therefore, there have been rumours that a temporary loan move to Europe could be ideal, allowing the player to continue training at a high level.

Calum McFarlane's unexpected battle with Pep Guardiola brought back memories of the 2021 League Cup final, when Ryan Mason, Tottenham's 29-year-old interim coach, faced the significant task of trying to outsmart one of the greatest managers in the game's history. For Mason there was the added baggage of Spurs' 13-year trophy drought; for McFarlane, making his senior management debut, it was Chelsea's astonishingly bad recent record against Manchester City.