Topic: LIVERPOOL TRANSFER THREAD

[Barefoot Doctor]

Does he need to be prodominantly left footed? Gnabry for example seems right footed but can come infield and go on the outside.

I guess thats why Dembele is still such an attractive option. Too bad he is a bit of a twat and made of Quavers.

Yeah, I'm not sure myself. Certainly get the appeal of a lefty, but as Jack says it's a short short list. I'm sure there's a few more but off the top of my head there's Antony, Bowen, Saka, Raphinha... and there's issues with all of them. Certainly none of them - yet - seem to have the rare combination of technique and speed which Salah also manages to add ridiculous output to. Diaby could be another? But it looks like he plays more off the left, so there'd have to be a bit of a conversion to make him a proper wide forward in our system.

Like I'd much rather just buy Gnabry to play there than buy an inferior player just because they're left-footed, but it's a nice point of difference to have within the squad.

Oh, I'd watch out for Michael Olise too. Still don't think it's a coincidence that Klopp said he turned off the Palace-City game at the exact minute Olise was subbed off - suggested he was someone we were taking a close look at.

[Bend It Like Aurelio]

Yeah, I'm not sure myself. Certainly get the appeal of a lefty, but as Jack says it's a short short list. I'm sure there's a few more but off the top of my head there's Antony, Bowen, Saka, Raphinha... and there's issues with all of them. Certainly none of them - yet - seem to have the rare combination of technique and speed which Salah also manages to add ridiculous output to. Diaby could be another? But it looks like he plays more off the left, so there'd have to be a bit of a conversion to make him a proper wide forward in our system.

Like I'd much rather just buy Gnabry to play there than buy an inferior player just because they're left-footed, but it's a nice point of difference to have within the squad.

Oh, I'd watch out for Michael Olise too. Still don't think it's a coincidence that Klopp said he turned off the Palace-City game at the exact minute Olise was subbed off - suggested he was someone we were taking a close look at.

Think having a good mix of left and right footers is good, but certainly not essential. Before Salah, we didn't have a left footer coming in from the right from recent memory. When Mane was in that spot prior to Salah he scored some of his best goals cutting in from the right.

This season, I think we may see more of Diaz being tested out from that flank. He has fairly similar qualities to Mane when he first joined us, there's no reason why in my opinion that he can't make that transition on days when Salah isn't playing.

[Chris~]

Does he need to be prodominantly left footed? Gnabry for example seems right footed but can come infield and go on the outside.

I guess thats why Dembele is still such an attractive option. Too bad he is a bit of a twat and made of Quavers.

I think it's helpful as it makes shooting easier and opens up passing options better if the player is cutting in and so gives you that option. But given we have Trent and say Elliott already doing a lot of the playmaking in the positions a wide forward would cut in from and you'd expect Diaz/Jota/Carvalho/Nunez to be taking a lot of the goal scoring burden going forward from the centre and left side I don't think it's essential. Would just expect they'd be asked to keep the width and look for cutbacks from the byline more than a left footed player would there.

[G Richards]

Olise is a good shout. I forgot that Klopp said that. I wonder how much Palace would want for him?

[killer-heels]

I think it's helpful as it makes shooting easier and opens up passing options better if the player is cutting in and so gives you that option. But given we have Trent and say Elliott already doing a lot of the playmaking in the positions a wide forward would cut in from and you'd expect Diaz/Jota/Carvalho/Nunez to be taking a lot of the goal scoring burden going forward from the centre and left side I don't think it's essential. Would just expect they'd be asked to keep the width and look for cutbacks from the byline more than a left footed player would there.

It does have its positives for sure and its why Gnabry (mentioned him a number of times I know) is so attractive as he has scored a number of great goals on his left and right foot.

[HardworkDedication]

Think having a good mix of left and right footers is good, but certainly not essential. Before Salah, we didn't have a left footer coming in from the right from recent memory. When Mane was in that spot prior to Salah he scored some of his best goals cutting in from the right.

This season, I think we may see more of Diaz being tested out from that flank. He has fairly similar qualities to Mane when he first joined us, there's no reason why in my opinion that he can't make that transition on days when Salah isn't playing.

Olise is a very good shout. Looks so smooth with the ball. Very skillful player indeed.

[No666]

I've been banging the Olise drum for some months now, but the idea of our interest was a 2+2 - Jurgen may have simply decided it was time to go have his tea.

[MonsLibpool]

I think it's helpful as it makes shooting easier and opens up passing options better if the player is cutting in and so gives you that option. But given we have Trent and say Elliott already doing a lot of the playmaking in the positions a wide forward would cut in from and you'd expect Diaz/Jota/Carvalho/Nunez to be taking a lot of the goal-scoring burden going forward from the center and left side I don't think it's essential. Would just expect they'd be asked to keep the width and look for cutbacks from the byline more than a left-footed player would there.

Having a left-footer makes the team less predictable because there are simply more options when it comes to passing and shooting.

For example, Salah can cut in on his left and shoot or lay it off to Trent so that he can shoot on his right. Now imagine if Salah were right-footed. It'd be easier for the left-back because both players would side.

And that's just shooting. Gnabry is strong on his left but he is not as comfortable as a left-footed player. He probably can't run with it while using his left to control the ball.

[killer-heels]

Olise is a very good shout. Looks so smooth with the ball. Very skillful player indeed.

He does look good and he seems to be able to get into the positions to get shots off, which for a young attacker is great. But he is still very raw and we already have Kaide Gordon so not sure if we need him.

He would also be pretty expensive.

[El Lobo]

I've been banging the Olise drum for some months now, but the idea of our interest was a 2+2 - Jurgen may have simply decided it was time to go have his tea.

He's more of a central player though isn't he?

[Samie]

Telegraph are reporting Nottingham Forrest have bid for Neco. We want £15 for him.

[CraigDS]

Telegraph are reporting Nottingham Forrest have bid for Neco. We want £15 for him.

Seems a ridiculously low amount.

[killer-heels]

Telegraph are reporting Nottingham Forrest have bid for Neco. We want £15 for him.

Id buy him for that and sell him on to a football club for a massive profit.

[El Lobo]

Seems a ridiculously low amount.

For Neco Williams…?

[Red Cactii]

Olise is a good shout. I forgot that Klopp said that. I wonder how much Palace would want for him?

Not sure if the new deal has been signed but the £35m clause was getting lifted to £50m if I recall correctly.

[Red Cactii]

For Neco Williams…?

He may not be a reincarnation of Dani Alves, but £15 is too low.

[rawcusk8]

He may not be a reincarnation of Dani Alves, but £15 is too low.

Seems about fair to me if I’m honest. Will wait for the final figure he’s sold for and I’m sure the club will insert a nice little sell on clause to make the deal even better for us.

[Caston]

Jurgen Klopp: "I watched the City game for exactly 65 minutes for analysis reasons, believe it or not."

[Red Cactii]

Seems about fair to me if I’m honest. Will wait for the final figure he’s sold for and I’m sure the club will insert a nice little sell on clause to make the deal even better for us.

I’d rather something in the millions than just £15 for him.

[HardworkDedication]

Seems a ridiculously low amount.

[El Lobo]

He may not be a reincarnation of Dani Alves, but £15 is too low.

Ahhhh

He's a rascal that Craig

[lamonti]

Olise is a good shout. I forgot that Klopp said that. I wonder how much Palace would want for him?

There was talk he had a relatively cheap buy-out clause in his first contract and that Palace were going to give him a new contract this summer with a higher buy-out to protect themselves.

A complication for Palace has come to light, though, with multiple reports detailing the existence of a £35 million release clause in the five-year contract Olise signed when joining Vieira’s squad.

...

The Athletic has learned that Olise wishes to stay and negotiations between his representative and employer over a new deal are already taking place, with an agreement close to being struck.

Although it is thought the proposal would add 12 months to his existing terms, Olise is believed not to be seeking a salary increase. Instead, the purpose is to raise the value of his release clause to a level that would see Palace earn a record fee if his departure is to be sanctioned in the future.

That figure currently stands at £50 million, which Manchester United paid to secure right-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka in June 2019, and discussions with Olise are geared towards ensuring any sale would achieve a higher price. If such a scenario unfolds, both parties would stand to benefit.

They have been working to find a compromise on the amended clause and conditions, and once that happens — likely around the end of the campaign — the process should be swiftly finalised.

This kind of creativity, flexibility and forward planning in talks about contracts and acquisitions is said by sources to be a significant factor in making Palace an increasingly attractive proposition.

Quite waffly stuff there from DO.

[Knight]

That makes no sense. Olise wants his buyout clause to go up, he wants to add an extra 12 months and he doesn't want more money? In what way is any of that beneficial for him?

[Barefoot Doctor]

I've been banging the Olise drum for some months now, but the idea of our interest was a 2+2 - Jurgen may have simply decided it was time to go have his tea.

It's obviously complete speculation, but the quote posted above is so precise - he literally said he watched for 'analysis reasons' until the exact minute Olise was subbed off. Obviously could just be a massive coincidence, but equally wouldn't be surprising at all if we were watching him closely. Especially as we were linked with him fairly strongly when he was at Reading.

[tubby]

It's obviously complete speculation, but the quote posted above is so precise - he literally said he watched for 'analysis reasons' until the exact minute Olise was subbed off. Obviously could just be a massive coincidence, but equally wouldn't be surprising at all if we were watching him closely. Especially as we were linked with him fairly strongly when he was at Reading.

Might be that when the sub happened they changed to a different shape and tactic to their usual one and that's all Klopp wanted to get a proper look at.

[jepovic]

I wonder how many players we are following closey at any time. Probably hundreds

[Nobby Reserve]

...would see Palace earn a record fee if his departure is to be sanctioned in the future.

That figure currently stands at £50 million, which Manchester United paid to secure right-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka in June 2019

Pure poetry 

[clinical]

Taki for £3m a year for next 5 years and now Neco gone for £15!

We need Edwards back  .

[clinical]

Jurgen Klopp: "I watched the City game for exactly 65 minutes for analysis reasons, believe it or not."

I know he's only 20 but 2 league goals....not exactly impressive stuff.

[Hazell]

Seems a ridiculously low amount.

We're finally addressing all the complaints about our low net spend over the past few years.

[Lastrador]

I know he's only 20 but 2 league goals....not exactly impressive stuff.

And somehow he’ll still cost around 100m., because of “potential” and underlying numbers.

[El Lobo]

Taki for £3m a year for next 5 years and now Neco gone for £15!

We need Edwards back  .

How old were you when you found out that transfers dont happen by one club depositing the exact amount of the transfer fee into the selling clubs bank account?

[CraigDS]

How old were you when you found out that transfers dont happen by one club depositing the exact amount of the transfer fee into the selling clubs bank account?

Today years old.

[Bend It Like Aurelio]

And somehow he’ll still cost around 100m., because of “potential” and underlying numbers.

We have been following Darwin Nunez since his early days at Almeria. It’s not hard to imagine Olise being a Liverpool player a couple of years down the line. Still, will put him in the Sarr / Traore pile for now.

[El Lobo]

And somehow he’ll still cost around 100m., because of “potential” and underlying numbers.

Clinical really is gonna fill his boots if we pay £100 million for someone with a £50 million buy out fee.

[ScouserAtHeart]

Fabrizio Romano
@FabrizioRomano

Official and confirmed. Christopher Nkunku extends his contract with RB Leipzig until June 2026, deal now signed and sealed. 🚨🔒 #Leipzig

There’s a release clause included in the new deal for €60m.

[Dim Glas]

How old were you when you found out that transfers dont happen by one club depositing the exact amount of the transfer fee into the selling clubs bank account?

 

It’s mad how this seems to have become a thing now.  I’m sure that most of our signings are paid like this, only players bought through clauses are likely not.

Also why is around 15 mill for Neco meant to be bad?

I’d guess there would be some sell on in there too, so if he makes the grade, likely to be some more money in the deal for Liverpool down the line.

[El Lobo]

It’s mad how this seems to have become a thing now.  I’m sure that most of our signings are paid like this, only players bought through clauses are likely not.

Also why is around 15 mill for Neco meant to be bad?

I’d guess there would be some sell on in there too, so if he makes the grade, likely to be some more money in the deal for Liverpool down the line.

Someone put £15 instead of £15 million, it was just a typo lampoon.

[afc tukrish]

I love Henderson's reaction: "You seeing this shit?"

It's the ridicule rather than anger that makes it so glorious.

Like acknowledging Sterling as a colleague is beneath him, cause he's throwing a temper tantrum...

[newterp]

amazingly - I think clinical was actually making a joke!!

Look again at what he wrote.