Liverpool’s pursuit of Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi may not be over, as the club is reportedly considering a move for him in the January transfer window. Journalist David Lynch suggests that the Reds have a shortlist of targets in the No. 6 role, and Zubimendi could still be on their radar despite previously turning them down. This situation reminds fans of Virgil van Dijk’s transfer to Liverpool in January 2018 after a failed summer move. It would be exciting to see a similar scenario unfold with Zubimendi.
In other transfer news, Liverpool were reportedly very close to signing Club Universidad winger Cesar Huerta last month. However, some fans question whether the club truly needed another wide player. Naby Keita, a former Liverpool midfielder, is said to be in talks with Istanbul Basaksehir for a move from Werder Bremen. Keita’s highly anticipated move to Anfield now feels like a distant memory.
Liverpool’s upcoming League Cup match against West Ham has been confirmed for Wednesday, September 25. The game will be televised by Sky Sports in the UK. Meanwhile, Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman has an interesting theory about Ryan Gravenberch’s recent success. Koeman suggests that the young player found things “too easy” at one point due to his natural ability.
On the international front, a total of 20 Liverpool players have been called up for duty in September. Fans can only hope that all players return fit from their respective national teams. Liverpool supporters have been praising Federico Chiesa’s passion for the club after his first visit to Anfield, while former Liverpool hero Luis Suarez has announced his retirement from international duty with Uruguay.
In other football news, Manchester United has no plans to sack their manager Erik ten Hag, despite their recent defeat to Liverpool. Turkish clubs are reportedly interested in signing Casemiro, who may no longer be considered a top player after facing Liverpool. In an interview with the i, former Liverpool striker Rhian Brewster expresses his desire for some luck after struggling with injuries in his career.
On this day in 1947, Gerard Houllier, a legendary figure in Liverpool’s history, was born. Houllier, who became joint manager of Liverpool in 1998 before taking sole charge, led the club to incredible success, including a cup treble in the 2000/01 season and a League Cup victory in 2003. Despite his passing in December 2020, Houllier will always be remembered and loved by Liverpool supporters for his transformative impact on and off the pitch.