When the two teams meet at Anfield on Sunday (see live at 9am ET on USA Network and online via NBCSports.com), Liverpool hopes to maintain its positive momentum against the spirited Aston Villa. Darwin Nunez scored twice off the bench for the Reds during their 10-man comeback victory over Newcastle, which came after Virgil van Dijk was dismissed from the game at St. James’ Park. However, Villa has been on fire since suffering a crushing defeat to Newcastle to start the year, thrashing Everton, Hibernian, and Burnley (and as of the time of this writing, they have already defeated Hibs again in Europa Conference League action). Ollie Watkins and the Villans will be a tough test for the Reds’ back line without Van Dijk, but Jurgen Klopp will be prepared to take on Unai Emery in a battle of brilliant minds. Link to live stream, time, and how to watch Liverpool vs. Aston Villa 9 a.m. ET on Sunday, September 3 kickoff USA Network on TV NBCSports.com for internet viewing Update Aston Villa team news,...
Fabrizio Romano provided an update, stating that Liverpool may lose out to another Premier League team for the services of a young attacker who was apparently on the Reds’ radar. This week, according to a report from Football Insider, Jurgen Klopp’s team was one of several English top-flight suitors for Johan Bakayoko, who on Wednesday night helped PSV Eindhoven qualify for the Champions League group stage. However, it appears the 20-year-old might not participate in the Eredivisie team’s European campaign in the autumn because the winger is set to move to London for €40 million (£34.3 million). Bakayoko has undoubtedly started the season strong, having contributed four assists in as many Champions League qualification games to help PSV advance to the group stage (Transfermarkt). He might have offered Liverpool an exciting right-sided offensive option to Mo Salah at Anfield, but with their wealth of options up front, they won’t suffer too much if they pass on the young Belgian. The quest for another midfielder may soon come to an end when this evening’s news broke of a deal being reached with Bayern Munich for Ryan Gravenberch for the same fee that Bakayoko is expected to cost Brentford (The Athletic). Other areas of the team have been in far greater need of attention. If Liverpool can complete the transfer of the 21-year-old for a comparable cost, they may feel they have got a comparable bargain given that the Dutch midfielder has significantly more experience playing in pivotal moments than the PSV winger. The Belgian international would have been a fantastic player for Klopp to have, but this summer, the Reds had much more urgent needs, and it was always crucial that the midfield was handled during the soon-to-end transfer window.
Joel Matip and Joe Gomez will now start at the same position for Liverpool against Aston Villa on Sunday, according to manager Jurgen Klopp. All eyes are on incomings and outgoings at this point in the transfer window. Before the deadline at Anfield tomorrow evening, there might still be a plenty of both. Ryan Gravenberch is a midfielder at Bayern Munich, and Liverpool will make a strong effort to get him so Jurgen Klopp has another option. In that aspect, his roster has been completely depleted from last season, and he has needed the entire summer to find his ideal replacements. Mohamed Salah’s future will also be the focus of attention, as Al-Ittihad is frantically trying to sign the Egyptian. Klopp must make some significant decisions on the pitch. Darwin Nunez’s two goals from the bench will undoubtedly have given his boss pause. Since Klopp has fewer choices at center-back, he’ll probably start Joel Matip alongside Joe Gomez. Prior to Sunday’s game, he was forced to make a decision due to Virgil van Dijk’s suspension and Ibrahima Konate’s readiness. Matip and Gomez will begin against Villa. According to a report from the Liverpool Echo, Matip participated in a practise on Wednesday at Liverpool’s practise facility. They continue by saying that he’s ‘almost certain’ to play alongside Joe Gomez, who stood out against Newcastle. Liverpool may have considered adding to its squad at center-back this summer....
In preparation for the transfer deadline, Tottenham Hotspur is now concentrating on a number of outgoings. There is still time for Spurs to add additional players before the transfer market closes on Friday, though. Brennan Johnson is reportedly a priority target for Tottenham as they continue to attempt to add attacking reinforcements. The forward from Nottingham Forest, according to Sky Sports writer Michael Bridge, would cost almost £40 million. Additionally, he believes that Johnson is the player that Tottenham wants to sign before the deadline more than any other. Michael Bridge, a fellow Sky Sports journalist, has since provided an update on X that is encouraging for Spurs’ chances. Johnson has reportedly been pursued by Brentford in addition to Tottenham. West Londoners are now looking elsewhere, though. After the Bees turned their attention to PSV Eindhoven’s Johan Bakayoko, Thomas claims that Spurs now “appear to have a clear run at Johnson.” One of the top young forwards in the Premier League, Johnson appears to be prepared for the next phase of his career. He has been described as a “complete” forward who is “very fast” and “devastating,” and he seems like a nice match for Tottenham. Watch how negotiations between Spurs and Forest go tomorrow. Without a doubt, negotiations will be difficult, but the payoff is huge. ...
Liverpool hasn’t had the ideal transfer window by any means, but, barring any last-minute hiccups, they will complete a deal for one of their long-term ambitions on Friday. Ryan Gravenberch, a player for Bayern Munich, is only 21 years old and still has a long way to go in terms of developing as a player. He is also still in the prime of his career. The Reds will spend €40 million for the midfielder, according to David Ornstein of The Athletic (subscription required), and they will sign him to a long-term contract. He is expected to arrive in Liverpool on a flight on Thursday night, then get a checkup on Friday before signing a contract. Gravenberch might be classified as a defensive midfielder, but considering Klopp’s desire for the latter, it stands to reason that the manager will try to use him there. Given the paucity of Bundesliga games since his transfer from Ajax, it’s probable that he will need some time to adjust to life at Anfield as well.
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Nat Phillips’ loan transfer to Celtic has been made public. Prior to tomorrow’s transfer deadline, the centre defender will temporarily transition from Liverpool to the Hoops. The 26-year-old has been chosen by Brendan Rodgers as the best player to fill up the defense’s holes while dealing with an injury crisis. Stephen Welsh, Maik Nawrocki, and Cameron Carter-Vickers won’t be available until at least mid-October. So, when Celtic play Rangers on Sunday, Phillips will join the team and most likely play with Gustaf Lagerbiekle. The Athletic has reported how long the loan arrangement will last. He will reportedly remain at Celtic until at least January, after which both the Hoops and Liverpool will conduct a situational analysis. The season’s end might then be added to it. Phillips played for Liverpool in just seven games last year. One in the FA Cup, two in the Premier League, two in the EFL Cup, two in the Premier Reserve League. He has gained first team experience with previous loan spells in recent years at Stuttgart and Bournemouth. Meanwhile, Celtic transfer target Paulo Bernardo is set to arrive in Glasgow today, according to a report. The Benfica winger is poised to become Brendan Rodgers’ latest summer signing. The Scottish Sun reports the 21-year-old is due in Scotland today to finalise talks with the Parkhead club....
