James Milner at 40: How Liverpool U-turn sent ultimate pro towards Premier League record

James Milner turns 40 on Sunday, and the former Liverpool midfielder will surely soon be a Premier League record breaker

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/james-milner-liverpool-premier-league-33161854

Hugo Ekitike welcomes new Liverpool role as Alexander Isak message sent - 'It's not funny'

Hugo Ekitike insists he is ready to shoulder the burden of being Liverpool's chief goalscorer in the absence of Alexander Isak

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/hugo-ekitike-welcomes-new-liverpool-33161087

Liverpool planning Ryan Gravenberch contract talks as second critical deal clear

Paul Joyce reports that Liverpool are ‘planning’ for contract talks with Ryan Gravenberch.

The Dutchman’s current terms are set to expire in the summer of 2028.

Liverpool planning Ryan Gravenberch contract talks

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The Reds have yet to open formal discussions with their number 38 and his team over a potential extension.

“Meanwhile Liverpool are planning to open contract talks with Ryan Gravenberch,” Joyce reported for The Times.

“No formal discussions have taken place so far, but there is a keenness to secure the future of the Netherlands midfielder, who will have two years remaining on his deal in the summer.”

However, a willingness to keep Gravenberch at L4 beyond his current expiry would represent shrewd decision-making from the club amid reported interest from Real Madrid.

Dominik Szoboszlai also a reported Real Madrid target

It shouldn’t surprise many to learn that Hungarian international Dominik Szoboszlai is another reported option being tracked, at least loosely, by the European heavyweights.

Albeit, it’s likewise understood that the 25-year-old is likewise a priority for the club when it comes to potential contract extensions.

Rightly so, of course, given our number eight has arguably been Liverpool’s leading performer this season.

Liverpool must secure Szoboszlai & Gravenberch’s futures

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There’s a clear argument for securing Gravenberch’s future; the former Bayern star has, according to Fotmob’s data, been Liverpool’s top-performing star in the Premier League this season.

Players	Average rating
Ryan Gravenberch	7.48
Dominik Szoboszlai	7.39
Cody Gakpo	7.26

* Liverpool’s players’ average ratings in the Premier League in the 2025/26 season (Fotmob)

He’s, of course, been closely followed by Szoboszlai, who surely must be the club’s next (if not top) priority for contract negotiations ahead of the summer.

The former RB Leipzig star has been an incredibly consistent, robust operator throughout the season, falling short of a 7/10 rating only once in his last nine appearances in all competitions, according to Fotmob.

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Liverpool supporters agree about what Arne Slot's side are missing after 'exhausting watch'

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Arne Slot's broken Liverpool promise shows why he is losing the supporters

COMMENT: Liverpool manager Arne Slot must get his attack firing, and fast, if he wants to keep the support of the Anfield supporters.

source https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/2152924/Arne-Slot-losing-Liverpool-supporters

Mikel Arteta couldn't repeat what he said about Anfield now as Arne Slot Liverpool issue clear

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source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/mikel-arteta-couldnt-repeat-what-33158316

Arne Slot makes telling admission about Liverpool's title defence - 'Every single game we play'

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source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/arne-slot-makes-telling-admission-33156323

Florian Wirtz reaction spoke volumes as Liverpool must turn to unpredictable option

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source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/florian-wirtz-reaction-spoke-volumes-33152375

'I reached out to Alexander Isak to apologise - this is what he said back to me'

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source https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/2152512/Liverpool-Alexander-Isak-injury-Van-de-Ven

Arne Slot makes Liverpool dressing room demand to players as he discusses low block issues

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source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/arne-slot-makes-dressing-room-33152353

What Hugo Ekitike did in stoppage time speaks volumes of Liverpool right now

Liverpool were held to a goalless draw by Leeds in a game that epitomised what is currently not working for the Reds.

source https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/2152547/Liverpool-news-Hugo-Ekitike-Leeds

Liverpool favourite has reinvented himself in new position to frustrate Cristiano Ronaldo

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source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/liverpool-favourite-reinvented-himself-new-33148442

When does January transfer window close and why it runs into February

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source https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/2152074/Transfer-window-when-does-it-close-date

Liverpool transfer state of play as one deal close and more to be confirmed

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Liverpool star Alexander Isak shows true colours as Tottenham player reveals apology text

The Liverpool striker is set for some time out on the side-lines after suffering a fractured fibula and an ankle injury during their 2-1 win over Tottenham.

source https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/alexander-isak-liverpool-injury-message-33149281

I'm really disappointed by Liverpool transfer decision - They're being really stupid

Jermaine Pennant is not impressed by Liverpool's decision not to seemingly not rival Man City for Antoine Semenyo

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Liverpool 2025 player ratings with two 4/10s as Szoboszlai outperforms Salah

Express Sport rates and slates every Liverpool player based on their performances in the year 2025.

source https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/2151949/liverpool-2025-player-ratings-szoboszlai-salah-konate