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Could Memphis Depay make the switch to Liverpool?


With the summer transfer window coming nearer by the day, constant transfer rumours continue to intensify all round Europe, and one of the names on Premier League fans’ lips is Dutch talent Memphis Depay of PSV Eindhoven, of whom has been linked numerous times with Liverpool, Manchester United, and Arsenal. However Liverpool have their work cut out for them to land the 21 year old in the summer, with the prospect of champions league football potentially being a key factor in where the Dutchman is playing in the next campaign come August.

It has been clear that Depay is a talented individual for some time now, in 2011, Memphis was on trial for PSV Eindhoven’s first team while playing for Jong PSV , the reserve team. He made his official debut in September 2011 in a KNVB Cup match against amateur side VVSB. During this match he scored two goals.  Soon after that his first Eredivisie match was in February 2012, when PSV beat bitter rivals Feyenoord 3-2 in Eindhoven. In addition, Depay had a terrific world cup in Brazil for the Netherlands, scoring in their win over Australia that summer also, proving how he is capable of performing on the big stage. As a result of his excellent performances on the left wing for both club and country, Memphis has been valued by some at a hefty price tag of 20-30 million pounds, however would Liverpool fans want to take the risk of a potential record transfer?

As a Liverpool fan myself, I believe that Liverpool should definitely attempt to sign Memphis, his pace, skill and creativity going forward may be just what we need next season, with Raheem Sterling’s situation still in the air. Personally I rate Depay over Sterling also, as Depay for me has proven himself more consistently at a high level, such as the world cup. In addition to this, Depay has the potential to join a long list of Dutch managers and players to be successful in England’s premier division, the likes of Robin Van Persie, Arjen Robben, Dirk Kuyt, Ronald Koeman, Ron Vlaar, and many others throughout the years.

However as much as I would like to see Depay in Liverpool colours next season, I feel that we would face an uphill battle to capture his signature in the summer, this is because of three possible factors. Firstly money, with Depay being a young prospect his asking price may be on the high side, and as we have seen in the past, Liverpool can prove to be reluctant in spending big on specific players, only to see them move elsewhere. Manchester United and Arsenal as we have seen before are willing to break the bank for players like Depay, so we would have to spend big to fend off opposing interest from premier league rivals.

The second factor is champions league football next season, with the reds being seven points adrift from the top four, it is looking increasingly likely that we are destined for Europa league football in the next campaign, and with Arsenal and Manchester United looking further up, Depay may prefer to play in the champions league, like most young upcoming players these days. The third and final factor would be the manager, would Depay prefer to play under fellow Dutchman Van Gaal? Would Depay fit into Rodgers system at Liverpool? These three factors may be possible reasons as to why Depay wouldn’t come to Liverpool.

To conclude, I believe Depay is talented enough and capable of performing at the highest level in the Premier league, and with increasing links via the media, could Liverpool outdo their fierce rivals to capture the talented winger?

Source : Anfield Chat

Liverpool and Arsenal are ready to pay £22million to bring Juan Iturbe to the Premier League next season, according to the player's agent.

Both clubs were linked with moves for Iturbe last season after he impressed at Hellas Verona.

But they were beaten to the punch by Roma, who forked out £22m to land the Argentine ace.

Things have not gone to plan in Rome, however, and there has been some suggestion that Roma could look to cash in on the player.

And while Iturbe's agent, Gustavo Mascardi, thinks it's more likely that he will stay he says there are two English clubs - thought to be Arsenal and Liverpool - ready to ensure Roma don't end up out of pocket if they decide to sell.

He told Radio Crc: "I think he'll stay at Roma next year.

"[But] there are two teams in England who want him and would be willing to pay the fee that Roma did for him."

Earlier this month Mascardi said: "Iturbe is a champion who has had a difficult season due to injury.

"It was not well understood by the technical staff and that did not give him confidence.

"Will he leave? There are very good proposals from England for him.

"We'll see what Iturbe and Roma decide."

Source: Daily Express

Liverpool are in pole position to sign Memphis Depay after making an offer to bring him to Anfield.

The PSV winger, who is also a target for Manchester United, has been given the green light to change clubs this summer.

United had appeared to be in the driving seat, but reports say Liverpool have made a bid in excess of £18million and are now hopeful of doing business.

The Red Devils are also believed to have made an offer, but Liverpool are prepared to up their bid to £23.7million in order to win the race.

Depay is tipped for a big future and wrapping up this transfer would be a major coup.

Source: Metro

Liverpool are ready to step up their interest in Sporting Lisbon keeper Rui Patricio, according to reports.

The Reds have been linked with a move for Patricio as they search for competition for Simon Mignolet.

Brendan Rodgers has had the 27-year-old Portuguese international watched on several occasions this season.

But, according to A Bola, Liverpool's chief academy scout flew to Portugal recently to watch Patricio instead of normal Primeira Liga talent spotter Julian Ward.

It is claimed that Liverpool are now ready to open talks with Sporting over a summer move.

The Portuguese club are said to want £11million to let Patricio depart, but with the player keen on a move abroad are willing to countenance a sale at the end of the season.

Earlier this season, Jose Mourinho heaped praise on Patricio for limiting Chelsea to a single goal in the group stages of the Champions League.

He said: "I'm not going to repeat the words because they'd be censored but it was something to do with spoiling the evening, spoiling the night.

"There were great saves from Patricio. Games like this can end up 4-0 or 5-0, but it ended up 1-0 and a well managed goal."

Source: Daily Express

CR, wouldn't it be easier to simply copy/paste a list of every professional footballer in europe and say we're connected with them all?  Journalism really has hit Beano standards.

Reg » Tue Apr 14, 2015 2:20 pm wrote:CR, wouldn't it be easier to simply copy/paste a list of every professional footballer in europe and say we're connected with them all?  Journalism really has hit Beano standards.

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Liverpool have been handed a boost in completing the cut-price £18.1million transfer of Zlatan Ibrahimovic after Paris Saint Germain’s owner Nasser Al-Khelaifi insisted that Edinson Cavani would stay at the club.
The Swedish forward's contract expires next year, so unless contract extension talks commence soon, he may well be available when the transfer window opens at the end of the season.
With doubts continuing about Raheem Sterling's future and an injury-prone Daniel Sturridge, the 33-year-old may well be an ideal addition to Brendan Rodgers' squad.

So, Klopp to leave BD at the end of the season. Imo, FSG must try to get him in.  He has confirmed/admitted his admiration for LFC, both publicly and privately. FSG would be crazy not to give this a go - get him in

Kash_Mountain » Wed Apr 15, 2015 6:34 pm wrote:So, Klopp to leave BD at the end of the season. Imo, FSG must try to get him in.  He has confirmed/admitted his admiration for LFC, both publicly and privately. FSG would be crazy not to give this a go - get him in

agreed would be crazy not trying to put our hands on him. he is brilliant.

Jose Mourinho is reportedly ready to sell Oscar this summer.

The Brazilian is one of the most substituted players in the Premier League this season and has started on the bench in some of Chelsea's biggest games.

Since January, Oscar has not completed a full 90 minutes in any competition for the Blues.

And according to the Daily Mirror, Chelsea boss Mourinho is ready to move on the 23-year-old and bring in West Ham winger Enner Valencia as his replacement.

Reports claim Liverpool, Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain are all interested in Oscar, who cost Chelsea around £20million in 2012.

The former Internacional man has seven goals in 39 appearances for the Stamford Bridge oufit this season but there are suggestions Mourinho is not convinced by his work rate.

Source: Daily Express

Liverpool are closing in on agreement to sign Radamel Falcao in a £25.1million deal, according to reports.

Falcao's agents are in the process of trying to find him a new club, with Manchester United not willing to sign him permanently this summer when his loan spell expires.

Monaco are keen to sell, and reports say Liverpool are closing in on an agreement to bring the Colombian to Anfield.

It was initially thought that any deal would be a loan, but the latest suggestions are that Liverpool would pay £25.1million to get business done.

Source: Metro

Liverpool target Javier Pastore has not been offered a new deal by Paris Saint-Germain, according to reports in France.

The Argentina international's current contract expires in 2016, leaving him with under 18 months left on his stay at the Parc des Princes.

The 25-year-old has previously spoken of his desire to remain at PSG, who he joined for £30m from Palermo in 2011.

But, according to Get Football News France, the attacking midfielder has not been offered a new deal by the French giants.

That news would come as a significant boost for Liverpool, who are determined to bolster their squad with some marquee signings this summer.

Roma's Miralem Pjanic is also said to be on the Reds' radar, but it is thought that Pastore could be available at a cut price.

Source: talkSPORT

Liverpool are set to secure the free transfer of FC Dnipro's Yevhen Konoplyanka when his contract expires this summer.

The Reds have long been interested in securing the exciting winger's services and are now set to bring him to Anfield free of charge, according to TuttomercatoWeb.

The 25-year-old is one of the biggest stars in Ukrainian football and would offer a real threat down the wings.

To pay nothing for a player of this calibre is a real boost for Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers, although they will have to stave off interest from Tottenham Hotspur and Sevilla to complete the deal.

Source: Metro

Liverpool have joined Premier League rivals Tottenham Hotspur in the transfer race for Sevilla striker Carlos Bacca.

The Reds are understood to be monitoring the 28-year-old Colombian who is thought to be available to for a fee in the region of £18millon.

Brendan Rodgers is keen to add more goals to his side this summer.

Nevertheless, he will face a battle with Spurs to secure Bacca, as Mauricio Pochettino is a huge admirer of the player and is also keen to add goals to his side this summer after losing patience with Emmanuel Adebayor and Roberto Soldado.

Source: Metro

Juventus and Liverpool are continuing to monitor developments with Chelsea midfielder Oscar.

The Brazil international has been criticised by Jose Mourinho in recent weeks and there are question marks over his future.

Chelsea want to strengthen in the summer and may need a high profile departure to help balance the books.

Oscar cost Chelsea £19.35m and they would want a substantial profit on the 23 year-old.

Paris Saint Germain have shown interest in the past also.

Juventus want a playmaker for next season and Brazil boss Carlos Dunga advised them to buy Oscar.

Source: MailOnline