Liverpool banter 5

18 Jun 2026 07:59:23
Munoz and Ngumoha will battle it out for the LW slot this season. We won’t pursue Barcola now, which is a shame.
Diomande and Elliott for the RW should suffice. Elliott already back training, trying to show his value.


I would like to see Palestra next. He looks good. We should just pay what Atalanta want, £45m I believe.
I am keen to see a midfielder from Sadiki, Sangare, Kone or another signed up soon.

18 Jun 2026 08:23:03
Is Elliot getting a new deal then or are we losing another player on a free?

18 Jun 2026 08:35:49
Not watched a lot of Palestra, believe he's more of a defensive rb, bit of a unit, 6.1 for a rb. Can he cover, or played at cb? Could be a bit of shrewd business to cover 2 positions until we can fully assess Bradley's injury recovery.

We need a cb and a rb in my eyes. Relying on an aging VVD, 2 kids coming back from injury and surgery, Gomez who's injury prone (who also covers 2 injury prone rbs, one of which isn't really a rb) is asking for trouble.

18 Jun 2026 13:22:45
KP, he's in contract until 2027. I think you are confusing his contract at Villa, which Capology lists as being until 30 Jun 26.

He signed a 5 year contract in summer 22, hence still got a year.

18 Jun 2026 07:46:58
Lots of people comparing Victor Munoz to Diogo Jota, in terms of playing style. But, honestly, he reminds me more of Ben Doak. Both like to take on their man and use their speed to go beyond, throw in a skill or a deception, then go. A little one dimensional, but really excited to see how Iraola hones his craft.

These are the kinds of player Iraola can mould into something special, and then suddenly they are worth 2 to 3 times what they were originally bought for.

He'll be rotational option, no doubt, but a genuine speedster and exciting player to have on the wing to come on against tired legs.

18 Jun 2026 08:16:25
Doak, to me, appears to rely a lot more on pace than skill though, whereas Munoz looks to me to have more trickery as well as electrifying pace. They both have that explosive burst to leave their man in the dust after selling a body feint though, so you're right there.

Watching a lot of footage, Munoz actually has very good technique and a great first touch.

18 Jun 2026 08:59:38
Just hope this doesn't affect the re-signing of our saviour Darwin Nunez.

18 Jun 2026 09:15:12
I'd say it's safe to say that not many on here will have seen much of the lad play, but by all accounts he is a pacey winger, this is exactly what we are crying out for, so happy days.

Get a decent right winger in, a combative, energetic Number 6, and a right back, and we should all then be very positive for the upcoming season.

18 Jun 2026 09:53:44
JK, the Nunez talk was merely a smokescreen to make space for Munoz to come in. After all, that's what Nunez was the master of, making space for others... apparently.

18 Jun 2026 10:04:57
I see Victor Munoz as similar to Craig Bellamy in the way he plays - the pace, aggressive running style, determination, and physicality. Both have that explosive movement, strong build, and relentless attitude.

18 Jun 2026 10:15:03
Hahahahahaa excellent, Stuie.

18 Jun 2026 07:38:02
Ben Jacobs is reporting Munez agreed to a six year contract, is he a reliable source?

18 Jun 2026 07:58:09
Being reported everywhere that he's signing for 6 years, seems like that's the case.

18 Jun 2026 08:02:12
Santiago Munez?

18 Jun 2026 08:13:11
Romano reported it first, so probably means it's on.

17 Jun 2026 22:46:42
Ed001 with Iraola now in charge it will be interesting to see how much young Rio improves because I can't think of any player improving under Slot.
Rio has a lot to improve on he does fall asleep at time and defensively and his end product does need improvement.

{Ed001's Note - it is really up to Rio now, he has to realise that you can't just wave your legs around and make a career out of that. He has to work hard for the team.}

18 Jun 2026 06:58:16
Hi Ed, I agree. Work hard physically but also mentally. Out of possession he needs a lot of work positionally and decision making wise. Seems to have a tendency to switch off.
This is one of the things that impresses me about Diomande. Seems good out of possession as well as potentially game changing in possession

18 Jun 2026 07:29:50
Seems to have a tendency to switch off... He's 17, lads, of course he has a tendency to switch off at times. I get it, they have to be judged as part of first team squad, but give the kid a chance.

All the ability is there though, I do agree, like with every youth player, attitude will be key, if he can keep his feet on the ground and listen to the coaches and be the type that doesn't think he's made it before he truly has then we've got a potential star in the ranks.

Always a big if, though, especially with the money thrown around for young lads these days.

18 Jun 2026 07:51:51
You can't blame Rio for his work rate that last season, when the senior players around him were just sauntering aimlessly round the pitch most of the time.

I can't see Iraola putting up with that this season and I'm excited to see it.

18 Jun 2026 08:01:14
Trust me, at 17, all teenagers can switch off.
Have 2 at home now.

They can ditch off mid sentence. It's astounding to watch. 20 year old at work, good lad. But I'm always unsure if he's listening.

Chuffed we made our first signing today.

18 Jun 2026 08:06:02
ED1 wave your legs about, has made me giggle far more than i think it should haha

18 Jun 2026 10:22:40
Kid 17 getting stick for switching off. 🤣 What about all the senior players who do it, he has a lot to learn but looks like he is willing to do that, adding with his skill, speed, etc, he'll be fine.

18 Jun 2026 03:31:24
Carra.

Your post is all over X. Thought you should know.

Cheers for the info.

18 Jun 2026 06:42:57
Haha, I saw that!

18 Jun 2026 02:02:24
Obviously don’t know anything about Munoz other than what I’ve consumed on YouTube over the last hour lol (thanks time off in lieu…. 😂)

Had a cause to pause as his movements, agility and ability across the front line reminded me so much of Jota.

18 Jun 2026 07:02:38
I was watching and thinking the same in some of the clips, that there was a similarity to Jota. I also thought he looked similar to Bowen, although obviously mirrored as Munoz is a right footer coming from the LW.

What really stood out as a difference to Jota and Bowen, though, was his raw pace. He looks frightening to have running at you as a defender. There were a few clips where it looked like he'd overrun the ball and taken a heavy touch, but then he'd nip it away from the defender at the last second, and either leave them for dead, or draw a foul.



I like this sort of signing. Getting the talent at source, rather than waiting for him to have a few good years for Palace, Brighton, Newcastle, etc., and then cost 3 times as much!

18 Jun 2026 08:04:59
I'm not familiar with the player, but looking at his heat maps and stats from last season and the fact that Newcastle were looking to bring him in to replace Gordon, he looks like he shares a lot of similar characteristics, in that he is ridiculously fast, loves having the ball to run at players one on one, is very busy in the attacking third, can play across the front line, is a willing presser, and is extremely hard working off the ball. The problem is that, like Gordon, he also looks like a very transitional player who thrives in open space.

We don't know how he would do against a set and packed defense. He costs three times less than Gordon, though, and probably has a higher ceiling. He got into the Spain squad playing for Osasuna, and was one of the standout young players in the league in his first season of top flight football. The upside is tremendous for this kid, and he could easily double his price in one year, and triple it if he can continue to improve.

18 Jun 2026 00:41:05
Hopefully with the signing on Munoz, the good chance of Diomande and the wishful though of also Barcola, does this mean the end for Gakpo?

Does anyone know where Gakpo which clubs are interested?

18 Jun 2026 07:07:17
Assuming we bought all three, I'd still keep him, at least until Hugo is back, knowing we've lost Mo and will possibly lose Fede. For me, Gakpo would be a good squad player who can do a job on the left or up front if needs be.

If we are to challenge for the PL, CL and the domestic cups over 60+ games, it is the squad that will win things, not our first choice starting 11.

18 Jun 2026 07:53:38
I suspect that Munoz means no Barcola. I can't see us signing all 3.

18 Jun 2026 00:39:03
Just been chatting to a friend after the England game. We were talking about the lack of flags on boardings with local towns on them. Came to the conclusion it’s down to American rules on advertising.

Then he said ‘Bellys gonna get ya!’ from the Reebok advert. Which triggered a memory of being at a game at Anfield with The belly in the corner of the stadium.
Have I imagined that? Or is there a pic of it somewhere?

18 Jun 2026 00:05:46
Does the Munoz signing mean we are giving up on Barcola?

I can't see us signing 3 wingers.

Newcastle must hate us lol.

Neff.

18 Jun 2026 01:06:55
I doubt it. Munoz is a promising young talent, but not Barcola level just yet. Seems like we're targeting wingers who can play both sides, and looking to add some depth, which I think is a good and necessary move. Hopefully, we bring in Barcola too, which gives us at least 2 options each side.

18 Jun 2026 06:00:37
Must depend on outgoings, surely.

18 Jun 2026 07:33:16
I have a hunch that Barcola is not possible as well as Diomande, because PSG seem to want Diomande as Barcola's replacement.

Also, it would be strange to sign Munoz for £34m and then immediately sign another player in his position given we also have Rio and Wirtz as LW options (on top of the fact that Gakpo and Chiesa haven't actually been sold yet).