Liverpool’s transfer rumors continue to dominate the headlines, with two more center-backs being linked to the club. Marc Guehi, an England international, has caught the attention of the Reds and is reportedly a target for them. However, his price tag of £65 million may prove to be a stumbling block. Guehi’s stock is expected to rise further with his potential appearances at Euro 2024.
Another defender linked to Liverpool is Riccardo Calafiori, who currently plays for Bologna in Italy. He started for Italy in their Euro 2024 opener and has attracted interest from Liverpool, Newcastle, Brighton, and West Ham. However, Juventus seems to be in pole position for his signature.
In other news, French national team manager Didier Deschamps recently explained why he chose William Saliba over Ibrahima Konate for his squad. According to Deschamps, Saliba was deemed more ready for international duty. However, he emphasized that he will need all his players throughout the tournament.
There have been rumors linking Luis Diaz to Barcelona, but it seems Liverpool is planning to include him in their pre-season preparations. It remains to be seen if any concrete offers come in for the Colombian winger.
Ben Doak, who was omitted from Scotland’s Euro 2024 squad due to injury, is working hard in training to regain his fitness. Liverpool fans will be hoping he recovers well and can make an impact when the season begins.
On the administrative side, Liverpool has posted a job position for a player care administrator. This shows the club’s commitment to taking care of its players’ needs and ensuring their well-being.
The Premier League fixtures for the 2024/25 season were released, and Liverpool has a relatively easy start. However, they will face their arch-rivals Manchester United at Old Trafford in their third game. Fans can also look forward to the Merseyside Derbies scheduled for November 7 at Goodison Park and April 2 at Anfield, adding some festive cheer to the clashes.
In other news, Kylian Mbappe, the French football star, has urged the French public not to vote for far-right presidential candidate Marine Le Pen. Mbappe wants to represent a country that aligns with his values and opposes extremists who seek to divide the nation.
Finally, Brentford’s TikTok admin created an entertaining video to celebrate the release of the Premier League fixtures. The video showcases the excitement and anticipation surrounding the new season.
As for the Euro 2024 tournament, the match of the night features Portugal, led by Diogo Jota, taking on the Czech Republic. Vitezslav Jaros, a Czech player, will be on the bench for this crucial clash. Fans can catch the action live on BBC One at 8pm (BST).