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Still envisage Coutinho being a Barca player – maybe something tonight on the 11th hour, who knows.

And should he remain with us, wow: what would that say about our attack?

We have an abundance of quality. We have to be ultra honest though with ourselves as far as the defence goes and albeit one or 2 additions, it’s no different above all to when Brendan Rodgers had left it.

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Where’s Drinkwater 😉 🙂

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I don’t think this particular window would drastically be any different (to previous others), but any large amounts invested on a player naturally breeds high expectations – particularly if he’s brought in to address a specific playing area.

In light of Ox if it all comes to fruition, I am excited and at the same time intrigued as to who will play where and what will be ‘the best fit of players’ leading the starting 11.

Clearly competition is generated out of this which can be healthy keeping those selected on the pitch on their toes.

If new players don’t immediately adjust and hit the ground running, then the spotlight subsequently follows in an environment that is results driven, though when there’s a real array of talented players of which some already established, I don’t think from my point of view they’d be a hell of a lot of pressure for Ox to set the world alight.

Lightheartedly, I am still awaiting Van Dijk – it’s like enjoying a lovely starter, and main course, but left without the desert, lol 😀

No time for St Jim White’s Transfer Deadline Day tomorrow. Maybe though on the 11th hour, the ‘Christmas stocking’ is filled: with VVD! Hahaha 😀

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Summary for me as we near closure of this particular window is the floodgates have been wide open, and from the influx of Television money, there is less of a gulf in the PL between the so-called top and bottom clubs.

There is more of a level playing field and a domino effect, for example:

Everton’s 45m purchase on Sigurdsson allows Swansea some freedom. Some clubs too can afford to play a bit of ransom or don’t necessarily have to sell unless their hand is forced with a tempting offer.

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Chucky @ 12:19, I’m in the same position as you there. The reason for that from my end is just levels of interest and finding the time, though I do take an interest in the lower English leagues.

Just touching on that point made earlier, I think we are fortunate to have Jurgen Klopp as I felt with Brendan Rodgers, he was a little out of his depth in that area and felt with Kenny Dalglish being out of the game for a long time before his return to Liverpool was a little outdated in the scouting and probably have Comolli more to thank for.

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The question of “who do we get” is a very valid. It makes me appreciate our Manager in seemingly aware of teams in Europe along with Bundeliga experience. Andy Robertson from Hull was a rare type of switch as in the modern day as far as English clubs from the lower leagues go, the players don’t appear to be deemed as good enough. Continental players always seem likely, but in our case, we’ve not always been able to get hold of finished articles.

The more diversed you are in your selections and ability to scout, the more options you leave yourself with in a highly competitive market (as far as clubs from the top flight go).

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Latest reports as it stands is that we have a spending spree of around 170 mill.

Phillipe by Friday will be a Barcelona player and now, Liverpool it has been reported will match any bid of Chelsea’s to land the Ox if he himself wants to the move. If we can’t get him it’ll be Lemar, and as mentioned earlier, Van Dijk is doing everything he can to force his move through.

I don’t know why we’re playing ‘hardball’ with Palace as we should accept Palace’s bid of £25. It’ll certainly feel like loose change against the stakes we’re already reportedly in luxury of.

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It would be nice in general if we can bring at least one more new face (ideally Van Dijk).

We look as a squad a lot more bulkier and have more than one option albeit in suspect, the defensive side.

I know Klopp generally likes to field an unchanged line up week in week out when it comes to the Prem, but the idea of bringing players off a little early when we are in a comfortable winning position means individuals avoid the risk of injury and heavy tiredness.

November and December I feel would be key hurdles of the season to contend with as far as progress in both PL and CL go, plus the EFL Cup competition in between.

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There is stuff written out there be it through paper talk or the net itself that Van Dijk’s sole preference is Liverpool. This is why it was reported yesterday he was changing football agents.

I’m surprised Kieta has already been sealed before Van Dijk.

I think Saints should take the money whilst the going is good from a financial point of view. It becomes a slightly different kettle of fish if a player’s head and heart has been turned elsewhere and there’s no going back which is what I see with Coutinho and based on that, you’d probably accept your player is on his way out one way or another.

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Maverick 1973, I believe more than ever we have more power and freedom to compete in the transfer market.

The fees have spiralled from the scale we’ve already adjusted ourselves to but there seems to be more money than ever and should we get hold of these two signings and strengthen a year after that with Kieta, we’d be more on par to compete properly on the pitch against the big boys.

I’m just pleased we’ve come this far considering many years ago, some crazy rumour started about us guys signing Zidane!

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Compared to Watford, Wyjnaldum had a much more of a productive game as he was more active and going out of his way more to dribble and turn defence into attack.

Putting this into some form of context, his purchase price was a quite a high whack in relation to the fees and valuations of summer 2016 and one of Jurgen Klopp’s first real buys.

For the player he was at Newcastle, I had high expectations and although he popped up to score vital goals, what I didn’t find as such was for him to be more industrious and try and win either first or second balls.

That essentially should apply to the rest of the midfield positioned in front of the back 4 in a more defensive area. We have the luxury now of Milner to play central, so these guys should be comfortable taking ownership in deep playing areas.

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In principle, yes, all players should be given a chance to improve and turn around their fortunes.

Collectively however when placed in a defensive unit along with Mignolet, Lovren, Klavan, and Clyne (in example), it’s never going to be lasting and we’d likely to fall short.

As far as Moreno is concerned in my view, at best he would be a squad player, but not really seen as a prominent figure.

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Big Jim, I’m no stranger to any form of setbacks not to mention realism. Liverpool can quite easily lose that match against a quality Man City side. Always had a lot of respect for you guys since Pellegrini and the 2014 Title Race.

Been a little naughty poking fun at Pep, I do that with my own Manager and the Huddersfield Manager too hahaha 😀 🙂

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It’s refreshing to see Liverpool in a more comfortable position and ambitious to be able to compete in what essentially is a transfer market frenzy.

Looks like this is the Neymar effect hahaha 😀 🙂

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Always great to a diversity of supporters and good to have a Man City fan on board. Welcome my friend.

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I have given your comment a thumbs up chucky – 🙂

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Chucky, it’s probably for the set-pieces. His accuracy is first class and that part of his game will be missed. Great to see James Milner reinstated in his natural playing position, but we need somebody out there to get trained up properly on those free kicks.

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Big Jim, somewhere on this site I’ve made a point about the idea of leaving/giving a windows notice period. There should be a clause in a player’s contract (particularly if he is considered one of your best, and is a high earner) in favour of the club.

You’re right by implementing something like this gives you time to source a replacement.

I think in Coutinho’s case, this business with a so-called back injury is smoke and mirrors. Behind the scenes, I think both Barca and Pool are sorting/agreeing the player’s fee and by this Friday, Coutinho will be a goner.

I have nothing but praise for the guy and understand fully why he would move. Plus, he’s served us at least 3 good seasons. I’m highly encouraged in Salah, plus, we already have Mane in top gear, and we have a good find in Solanke, so plenty of attacking options.

It’s just a matter essentially to sought a sweeper type of role and a centre half.

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Big Jim, the latest reported on Van Dijk is him changing agents to force this deal. I know Chelsea reportedly have shown an interest but he is dead set joining the Reds.

Saints obviously of late don’t have a good relationship with us. The player don’t want to play for them, so like Coutinho, it’s best for all parties to come to an arrangement.

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Kieta deal reportedly agreed, but we won’t get him till next year – shame. We’re in a wonderful flow and good spirits at the moment.

Van Dijk is doing everything he can to force his move and I think he’ll be our player this week.

Phillipe is definitely departing us and we’re coming in with a serious chunk of money.

My suggestion would be to go for a world class keeper and we’re sorted.

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