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13 Jun 2024 19:49:53
Ornstein and Romano reporting we're pursuing a deal for Leny Yoro.
Exciting if true. I remain cautions however from Ed002's last update.
Ed, are you are aware of any developments?

{Ed002's Note - Leny Yoro (CB) Lille kiddie who already has PSG, Chelsea and Real Madrid declaring an interest. Manchester City and Manchester United have sent scouts. May have been noticed by Liverpool when scouting another player against Nantes, but no declared interest with his club at this time, although Manchester United and Liverpool have spoken with his agent. And remember Liverpool have preferred CB targets. Lille will resist a sale and continue to work on a new contract unless someone pays significantly over the odds for him - but if a new contract cannot be agreed they will need to reduce their asking price as he moves in to the final year of his contract. And a good offer will see him leave. Chelsea has a preferred option but Real Madrid may push but knowing the player has made it clear he wants to join them - and that perhaps putting PSG off rather. Lille will ask for a player on loan as part of any deal with Real Madrid or Chelsea - with specific players already discussed.}

1.) 14 Jun 2024 09:21:28
Amazing as always Ed. Much appreciated!

2.) 14 Jun 2024 10:12:35
I’m not holding my breath on this one. Real have made pulling our pants down a hobby.

However, if it did happen I’d be ecstatic. The ideal long term Virgil successor.

3.) 14 Jun 2024 11:23:36
@FPF, we might need the long term replacement for August if VVD decides to cash in with the Saudi’s.

4.) 14 Jun 2024 15:29:38
I don't think Virg is seriously considering Saudi yet. His agent will be doing his job in securing him a new deal at LFC.

5.) 15 Jun 2024 09:27:16
He’ll go to Madrid. We shouldn’t waste our time on the player.

12 Aug 2023 12:53:57
Ed002,
First of all, A huge huge thank you for the last few days with the Caicedo situation and all the info you have given us! Massively appreciated!

I wanted to ask you about Inacio. Last night, there were reports we had made a bid, to which you replied that there is a release clause that we could look to provoke. From a few weeks ago where Sporting were not going to deal with us because of our behaviour (again), to now,
Or you aware of any changes? or any bid?

As always,
Thank you.

{Ed002's Note - Goncalo Inacio (CB) Watched by scouts from a number of PL sides, including Liverpool and Manchester United, with the latter declaring an interest. Sporting will not be keen to do business with Liverpool although the club could potentially pay his Release Clause and force the situation if the player is interested. The other sides to declare an interest are Newcastle and PSG, but PSG have a plan over a youngster. Real Madrid offer a wildcard option. Sporting would rather not sell and are looking to a new contract and an increased release clause. Newcastle have begun talks with Sporting in order to be able to speak directly to the player and to understand if there is flexibility in the payment schedule. Arsenal interest would have departed with the signing of Timber. The player has also been offered to Chelsea but they have preferred options for a long-term Silva replacement. The player is open to a move to Manchester United.}

1.) 12 Aug 2023 13:48:21
Thanks Ed,
Do you suspect Liverpool may make that offer?

{Ed002's Note - If Sporting do not want to work with Liverpool then they won't be listening to any offers. It will be a matter of paying the Release Claus in full.}

2.) 12 Aug 2023 14:02:57
€45 million is it ed002?

{Ed002's Note - The TMS says €60M.}

3.) 12 Aug 2023 14:05:12
May I ask what the release clause is Ed?

{Ed002's Note - €60M.}

4.) 12 Aug 2023 14:11:42
Top man. Thank you Ed!

5.) 12 Aug 2023 17:42:52
Ed002 I would love to know what you do for a living. Your knowledge on football transfers, finances, alluding to access to the TMS, etc. obviously you can’t tell me and I’m not asking you to btw, you’re just an intriguing chap. Thanks for your efforts every window.

{Ed002's Note - Retired rodeo clown but still a gentleman adventurer. Other Ed’s are all either florists or chimney sweeps. there is an Ed002 Appreciation Society on Facebook.}

19 Jul 2023 10:28:59
Ed002,
Are you aware of any genuine interest in Diaz or a possibility that LFC may sell?
Thanks!

{Ed002's Note - His agent already has one player in the Saudi league and has been offering another high profile player he has - so he may well be looking at Diaz as well given Liverpool are wellk stocked in the position. Al-Hillal may offer an option.}

1.) 19 Jul 2023 10:36:47
Only on BBC Gossip but 50m Euros supposedly tabled.

Would we really send him on his way though.

2.) 19 Jul 2023 10:56:52
Oh God, I really hope not.
Thanks ED!

3.) 19 Jul 2023 11:33:27
You know what, I'd possibly consider selling Diaz, but it'd have to be a bigger fee than that given what we've seen other players move to Saudi for. Don't get me wrong, I like him as a player but his goal threat isn't there for me (or hasn't been) and we're pretty well stocked in forward positions.

No criticism of him at all, he's more of a winger than we've seen on the left in recent years - but if his sale contributes to another quality DM and CB then that's where we are most in need.

But if we decide to keep him then that's also fine!

4.) 19 Jul 2023 11:35:11
I'm far from ITK but i would be absolutely baffled if we sanctioned the sale of our first choice LW 3 weeks after giving him the No.7 shirt, for more or less what we paid for him.

5.) 19 Jul 2023 12:07:26
He's our best attacker bar Salah and isn't even close to his potential. Easy 20/ 25 ga this season.

6.) 19 Jul 2023 11:52:49
Agree @MK.

7.) 19 Jul 2023 12:12:16
He is a winger. I don't think wingers usually score much, apart from Salah and maybe a few others. So in my opinion, it's not fair to judge him on how many goals he has scored.

8.) 19 Jul 2023 12:18:46
I would file this rumour under the ‘never going to happen’ section as Diaz is going to be our first choice LW, he is 26 and the few of €50m is so below market rate when you compare him to some of the transfer fees being spent. That’s before you consider the efforts made by Liverpool to sign Diaz and his impact on the squad! I mean there is clickbait and then there are just plain stupid reports…Diaz does not strike me as a player who wants to go from playing at elite level to perhaps the lowest rung of the ladder before he evens hits his prime! Pure nonsense.

{Ed002's Note - Why are you mentioning a fee?}

9.) 19 Jul 2023 12:22:39
The point being Haizan that the player in his position previously was more of a goal threat even though he was, effectively, a winger.

10.) 19 Jul 2023 13:15:23
Pearce this morning: Liverpool have no intention of selling Luis Diaz and there’s been zero indication of the player wanting to leave.

11.) 19 Jul 2023 13:28:57
Didn't need Pearce to say any of that, IMO. We can all see on the face of it that this ain't happening.

12.) 19 Jul 2023 13:49:59
Just mentioning what he said Oli, if you wish to cancel James that's your choice of course.

13.) 19 Jul 2023 14:56:30
Coming here after few years with a new username after loosing the old one. First, thank you for good job you all doing.
Getting back to topic, why do you think we are well stocked in that position? Mane, Bobby and Origi left. we had them replaced with Diaz, Nunez and Gakpo. they all play in different positions not just on the left side and Diaz is usually preferred on the left when he is fit. He also plays on the right side which will be crucial when Salah is gone for AFCON.

14.) 19 Jul 2023 15:30:08
Great point, MKS.

I know this might not be a popular opinion, but I'm open to a sale if we receive a fantastic deal, and £50 million isn't considered one. I believe a figure around £75 million or above would pique our interest. I don't agree with those who claim he's worth £100 million or £150 million.

However, I want to emphasize that I'll only consider selling him if we can secure a replacement like Kvaratskhelia or Rafael Leão.

Let's keep our options open and see how things unfold.

15.) 19 Jul 2023 16:30:36
Mikliver, you're forgetting Jota who has a knack for scoring goals even if his all round play isn't as good as some of our other forwards.

16.) 19 Jul 2023 18:06:11
No chance Diaz goes - out best attacker last year before his injury. Would only consider 100m. Much rather sell Jota for 40/ 50 million.

17.) 19 Jul 2023 23:03:40
I agree on Mane was a goal threat back then, johnny. But again, I think Mane was a different type of player. He was a winger, but he was a central attacker at times as well. But it's ok johnny, my point was, I really hope Diaz stays.

30 Jun 2023 11:10:38
Reports emerging that the deal for Dominik Szoboszlai is progressing and possibly close to an agreement of sorts. Would rather hear something from you Ed002? Any update today?
Sorry for repetitive questions, Thank you!

{Ed002's Note - I don't know what you mean by "progressing". It is a simple case of paying the Termination Clause before midnight after agreeing terms with the player.

Dominik Szoboszlai (AM/M/W) Newcastle, Arsenal, Inter Milan and Chelsea have been keen to take the very versatile player in the summer. RBL would prefer to keep the player but are open to taking a Chelsea player in part-exchange - but Chelsea will resist that whilst there is still a chance of Gvardiol possibly agreeing a move for next summer to replace Silva. And RBL are not keen to lose two or possibly three players to Chelsea this summer having already had to replace Laimer as well. I suspect Chelsea will move on to another target, with two in mind. Newcastle will press and have already made an offer to his agent, but will need to sell their project but they know that the €70M release clause is only valid until June 30 to that his fee can be included in this seasons FFP accounts - after that RBL can push the price up. I would discount Arsenal who have another target and am not aware of Liverpool declaring any interest but they have met his agent. If they are going to do anything it needs to be done very quickly with a briefcase full of cash.}

1.) 30 Jun 2023 11:32:17
Fabrizio reporting that deal is very advanced and progressing to final stages.

2.) 30 Jun 2023 11:36:46
Ed02 please, then what happens if the release clause is not paid or is expired for Szoboszlai at midnight? Will RBL then be able to name their price at that point, then?

Cheers, man.

{Ed002's Note - Yes. The problem for Liverpool will be cash flow so they would need RBL to agree some sort of payment plan.}

3.) 30 Jun 2023 11:39:15
Ed2 apologies for my ignorance but with a clause like this one that expires does everything need to be sorted and signed before the 30th or can Liverpool for instance say right we’re willing to pay the clause then it’s working out the payment structure etc and the deal can progress? Or does that depend on RB?

{Ed002's Note - No, if they want to use the clause they need to pay in one lump sum. If they with to offer the same money to RBL and negotiate terms that is fine.}

4.) 30 Jun 2023 11:39:46
I'll be happy if he comes but I have absolutely no idea how Klopp will make a right side composed of Arnold, Szoboszlai and Salah defend. Incredibly exposed.

5.) 30 Jun 2023 11:37:53
Scratch that, Ed02. I see that JK_RED already asked the same question and you have answered it. Thanks again.

6.) 30 Jun 2023 11:38:46
Thank you Ed.

7.) 30 Jun 2023 11:54:04
Phase 1 - we won’t buy anybody
Phase 2 - we won’t be able to accomodate the new signings into the way we play.

You seem to have moved from Phase 1 to Phase 2 of the old ‘the club never does anything right’ game plan @Solid. Let’s just see how he goes IF we sign him eh?

8.) 30 Jun 2023 11:47:00
Salah is a workhorse and trent has been our first choice right back. 2+2m?

9.) 30 Jun 2023 11:48:34
@ solid state

Attack attack attack attack attack

Been a long time since I’ve heard that ring round anfield.

10.) 30 Jun 2023 12:11:23
If this go through ed, do you expect Liv to go for another Mid? Someone more defensive minded or 2 mid is all there is this summer?

{Ed002's Note - See numerous previous posts.}

11.) 30 Jun 2023 12:11:27
Ed002, appreciate the patience you show us with regards to rolling reports coming in and the request for borderline minute by minute updates so I'll spare you another question related to the transfer details.

I just wondered whether you thought he was a good pickup for Liverpool? Can't claim to have seen the lad myself so just wanted to get your thoughts.

{Ed002's Note - I think he is a very good player and an excellent purchase. Language is not an issue and he is apparently pretty bright.}

12.) 30 Jun 2023 12:31:02
Don't understand the release clause.

Can we negotiate a lower fee after the expiry and will RBL be fine to agree? What if no club activated the release clause till deadline?

If RBL wish to sell after deadline, they might be open to a lower fee. Isn't it possible?

13.) 30 Jun 2023 12:58:27
Sami - I think the issue, as Ed002 mentions, is that his club do not wish to sell the player. Therefore, LFC can activate his termination cause at the agreed price (60m reported) or, the clause expires and his club say we do not wish to sell unless you pay an increased fee of £80m for example.

14.) 30 Jun 2023 13:02:49
he doesn't seem to have the required hair style, so perhaps that is forcing us to move early.

Great player, would think that it pushes Jones and Elliot down the pecking order which I do think is a shame for Jones. But, they are both fantastic squad players and at their age I hope they stay patient and hungry to come in and compete when called upon.

15.) 30 Jun 2023 15:12:34
We should be happy that this lad from Hungary is Hungry for Liverpool. That one reason is enough for us to get him. Apart from his name.

18 Jun 2023 15:58:19
Hi Ed002,
Hope you are well,

Quick question. Read through the posts of the last few days, and was wondering if anything has changed/ developed in regards to players it seems we have genuine interest in. Thuram, Kone, Veiga, Van de Ven, etc.
Have clubs or agents been approached or bids been made?
Thank you again for your time!

{Ed002's Note - Not really. Thuram will require a deal agreed with Nice but there is interest also from elsewhere so Liverpool need to push. There is growing interest in Manu Kone. Gabri Veiga will be subject to an offer from another side in the next two or three days. Micky van de Ven is of interest to Liverpool and others if Wolfsburg were to put him up for sale - but they could price him out of a move.}

1.) 18 Jun 2023 21:28:10
Focus appears to be on Thuram at the moment but can you see us adding a third such as Veiga or is he an alternative to Thuram? Haven’t see Veiga play much but appears to be well liked. somewhat surprised by the Veiga rumours to be honest as he is not the profile I expected us to be linked with after MacAllister. how do you rate him Ed’s? Can you see him fitting into our starting 11?

{Ed002's Note - Veiga plays in a different position but there are other options.}

2.) 18 Jun 2023 21:31:22
Ed002 have we been looking at any right backs at all recently? Might hint to Trent being considered in midfield if so.

{Ed002's Note - Liverpool do not need a RB.}

3.) 18 Jun 2023 22:50:59
Sure Ed, my thinking is instead of 2 more midfielders, only 1 more midfield signing, Trent playing in midfield (which seems a very possibly direction at the moment), then a first choice right back signing with Bradley as back up. As opposed to 2 more midfield signings with Trent and Bradley as the right back options.

{Ed002's Note - And Ramsey?}

4.) 18 Jun 2023 23:06:37
Ramsey is going on loan.

{Ed002's Note - Where? Do you think it is good business to buy players to replace those going on loan?}

5.) 18 Jun 2023 23:33:08
Ramsey on loan to Preston Ed. And no but presumably given himself and Bradley are both teenagers we would need one senior first choice right back, whether that’s Trent or otherwise. I would guess next summer one of Ramsey or Bradley would be sold as don’t see how both can fit in.

6.) 19 Jun 2023 08:38:15
Apparently Newcastle are now trying for Thurham. That correct Ed?

{Ed002's Note - I have explained their interest all of the way though.}

7.) 19 Jun 2023 09:02:28
Thank you Ed!
Hopefully we can move in time to get 2 or 3 more in the door!

8.) 19 Jun 2023 09:47:54
Fabinho can play right back.

9.) 19 Jun 2023 12:02:46
Thuram will be done soon I reckon. no idea on kone or vegan.
The u21 tournament on tv in UK? Would be good to check these guys out.

10.) 19 Jun 2023 14:13:45
There's some meaty news coming out on vegan soon.

Should be breaking tomorrow.

11.) 19 Jun 2023 18:07:57
Predictive text zed haha. It was a genuine misteak.

12.) 19 Jun 2023 19:04:35
Ramsey is going out in loan so I'd say we do need a right back, I'd prefer him to stay this season he looked good when he played.

13.) 21 Jun 2023 07:30:03
what's the point in buying a right back when we have Bradley? Gomez can cover, so can Fabinho. So can Trent. Ramsey isn't going away. This isn't the summer to buy a new RB.

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07 Apr 2025 09:12:25
Ed001,
Just for interests sake,
What business would you do in the summer?

What positions do you think we need to strengthen and with who?

{Ed001's Note - until the 3 contracts are settled, it is impossible to really say. We will need to replace Salah and VvD anyway, but it would change the priority if they stay. We need a centre forward like Isak or possibly Sesko. Cunha as well to take the 10 role and provide cover in other attacking positions. Adding Cunha lessens the priority of a playmaker in midfield, as Dom would drop in there, but we still need more power and pace as we get bullied every game almost. Baleba or Ederson I would choose, though Slot seems to want neither as he does not seem to be learning. We need to replace both left backs, so Hato for me with Beck and Chambers providing cover.}

1.) 07 Apr 2025 09:59:09
Pace and power the key words there Ed.

2.) 07 Apr 2025 10:06:40
Ed’s do you think we will be in to attempt to sign Wirtz when he becomes available? Less than two years on his contract now and surely we need to be in the equation if he’s intending on leaving Leverkusen, possibly this summer too.

{Ed001's Note - should try at least, but the noises coming out are that he is keen to stay in Germany, ie Bayern Munich.}

3.) 07 Apr 2025 10:10:03
Agree completely Ed.
Interesting what you said about Slot. What have you heard about his opinions for summer, or what he's looking for?

{Ed001's Note - he still has designs on a playmaker in midfield. This is where the recruitment team have to earn their corn by convincing him otherwise like they managed a couple of times with Klopp.}

4.) 07 Apr 2025 10:31:24
If we are losing Trent then we will need a deep lying playmaker. It doesn't have to be a midfielder. Could be a fullback or a CB. Regardless, we will need one.

I love Ibou but the way he is playing, both defensively and on the ball, is a massive concern if Slot intends to start attacks from the back.

5.) 07 Apr 2025 10:33:10
Gravenberchs form has suffered massively at the moment. A powerful midfielder in there next to him would help massively I feel. It's so frustrating watch these teams bully and overpower us.

{Ed025's Note - i think you have a replacement in Endo Liver, maybe not as good but certainly an able deputy imo mate..

6.) 07 Apr 2025 10:42:09
Nice picks Ed.

{Ed001's Note - thanks Davey. I am sure there are some cheaper, just as good options out there too, but that is for the recruitment team to find with their much bigger team and resources level.}

7.) 07 Apr 2025 10:50:13
Great info Ed, much appreciated!
Hopefully they can do it again!

{Ed001's Note - fingers crossed as it is clear as day that we are missing power and pace in midfield.}

8.) 07 Apr 2025 11:20:33
The amount of work we might have to do in the market is terrifying.

{Ed025's Note - depending on contracts and outgoings FPF it could be a major rebuild mate...but we shall see..

9.) 07 Apr 2025 11:54:17
What do you think will happen to the likes of Endo, Elliot and Quansah Ed? Endo is the answer to having someone to battle in midfield area, but Slot keep insisting on bring him on only when we were leading. Elliot have been good when playing at no 10 role and should have start more games. But somehow Slot doesn't seem to fancy him at all. As for Quansah, I don't know if Slot likes him or not. Starting Jones at RB over him seems to indicate he is another one Slot doesn't trust.

{Ed001's Note - I expect Endo and Quansah to leave, but I think Elliott will try and dig his feet in and stay if possible. Quansah is not good enough anyway, I don't see him going as a loss.}

10.) 07 Apr 2025 12:33:46
Indeed, @Pelican esp. if VVD and Salah leave which I don't expect. If they stay then, the load gets lightened in terms of the revamp. Hopefully, that is the case and we can go from there.

11.) 07 Apr 2025 13:27:18
I saw in one article Quansah being mooted as being valued at £50 million. I thought that was absurd.

12.) 07 Apr 2025 15:43:27
I think we had plenty in midfield up until the last couple of months, they were playing some super stuff. Its more options on a similar level we need, not wanting the bloke whos come in and won the Prem at his first attempt to change his whole philosophy. Take Grav for example he's knackered, at the start of the year he was tbe best midfielder in the league.

13.) 07 Apr 2025 16:01:23
Ed001 what do you reckon to Frimpong as one to add to your list? 'Relatively' cheap if rumours are to be believed, HG and could provide rotation options both for Bradley and Salah given his pace.

{Ed001's Note - I am not convinced by him. He is not good enough defensively to play at full-back most games and is not good enough getting forward to play as a forward. He is perfectly suited to a wing-back role, but we don't play with them.}

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Thanks Ed!

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Cheers mate!

{Ed002's Note - Sorry it was wrecked by a negative comment from a troll.}

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Appreciated as always ED, Thank you!

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17 Aug 2023 10:16:32
Hopefully we weren't put off by what will be a big sum! Endo and Doucoure sounds really good!

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07 Apr 2025 10:10:03
Agree completely Ed.
Interesting what you said about Slot. What have you heard about his opinions for summer, or what he's looking for?

{Ed001's Note - he still has designs on a playmaker in midfield. This is where the recruitment team have to earn their corn by convincing him otherwise like they managed a couple of times with Klopp.}

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23 Feb 2025 10:49:52
Defo 60 odd for Diaz,
and if rumours are to be believed and saudi really do want Darwin then I think we could make over 70m on him.

Gordon/ Rogers and Cunha then please :)