Liverpool Discussion posts 5

01 Jun 2026 14:59:08
Sad to hear that Kevin Keegan now has stage 4 cancer. YNWA & best wishes to a LFC legend.

02 Jun 2026 11:13:53
Kevin Keegan was my first football hero. So sad to see this news. YNWA.

01 Jun 2026 11:13:48
Just caught a chat about Gakpo out & Nunez back in from Saudi where he's struggling for game time. I wouldn't mind it at all but is it ever successful in going back to somewhere you've previously played?

01 Jun 2026 11:43:13
Just no. Not good enough.

01 Jun 2026 11:59:37
I believe this was my post. Whilst I get the sentiment of never going back, I think he has a point to prove if he were to return, and understandably Nunez is extremely frustrating in the striker role. I always thought he performed better on the left, and always gave his all in terms of pressing, something Gakpo doesn't do well at.

So my thoughts were, unless we can get someone in who is a massive step up, Nunez for me would perform better in that role than Gakpo does, and as you say he can't play in Saudi now they have Benzema, so would likely be cheap.

01 Jun 2026 12:08:45
If he were dirt cheap and bought to play on the left-wing, he would be a solid buy. Iraola would get his fitness back over the summer.

01 Jun 2026 12:17:35
If he came back in he'd more likely be a backup option to Isak until Hugo is back.

01 Jun 2026 12:27:30
I thought he was a headless chicken on the left. He always looked like he didn't know what he was doing or about to do with the ball and would often run into blind alleys.

Nunez is suited to a counter attacking team with space to run in behind and getting on the end of crosses for tap ins where he doesn't have to think.



I love his attitude and guile but he just isn't good enough.

01 Jun 2026 12:35:24
I understand that he could cover if needed too, but I would have him predominantly on the left when Isak and Hugo were both fit and available, he'd do a better job than Gakpo does, and as I said, he'd likely be cheap, he'd run his socks off, he'd press, and likely has a point to prove.

Everyone is saying he isn't good enough. Is Gakpo? Nunez would be a better option than Gakpo. If not Nunez, give Fede a real run in the team. Start of the season, he had a few Jota-like moments where he was right time, right place for the rebounds, then he wasn't given a run again.

01 Jun 2026 13:06:23
Personally, would like to see Gakpo under a new manager, he was decent under Klopp and his first year under Slot he did ok. Massive dip this year, but hasn't everyone in that team been pretty much poor?

Still scored the second highest for us this year, I believe.

01 Jun 2026 13:37:26
Gakpo is better than Nunez.

01 Jun 2026 13:57:09
imo, Nunez' problem as a striker is he lets misses get to him, and then he gets nervous, and misses more because of that and it snowballs. He's demonstratably able to finish well from the point of view of pure technique, but his mentality isn't strong enough to score more than 1 in 3 at this level, imo.

And at 25/26, is he gonna change at this point?

Now he could still be worth playing if his link up play was good enough, but just isn't quite there. It's not awful by any stretch of the imagination, but it's not anywhere near Bobby Firmino level. His touches can be a bit loose sometimes, and it costs him.

01 Jun 2026 14:17:00
I like Darwin, they say never go back, but if he was cheap or free, why not? Why not take advantage of his situation? 12 month loan with option to buy. Let's be honest, if Ekitike is out for a while, how long before Isak takes the knock again? We be hard pushed to get 25 games out of Isak this season.

01 Jun 2026 14:50:29
Darwin Nunez, I believe, is available for free. He is being released from his contract. I would def take him as a backup.

01 Jun 2026 15:56:00
Ah, on loan or free I'd be all over him. Won't lie though, I'd rather a chance fall to Jayden Danns than Darwin. Shame that lad can't stay fit.

01 Jun 2026 16:18:13
I did read he was available for free, however I wasn't entirely sure, hence why I said cheap due to his situation. Honestly, he would be worth a punt given that we're likely going to go back to pressing from the front. I'm under no illusions that there's work to do, and he'll need to rebuild proper fitness levels, but surely we need someone up top to set the standards for the other forwards and rest of the team in terms of pressing. Working hard and being on the left takes away the pressure of being the main goalscorer.

We all know it's when he has time to think he makes mistakes in front of goal, but his record in Saudi hasn't been bad and he had spells whilst he was with us. 2 year contract or a loan make him earn another contract, nothing to lose from that, and there is no way that Gakpo is better than Nunez. Nunez on his day runs rings around Gakpo, on his usual day probably the same albeit Nunez works harder.

{Ed001's Note - Wirtz would benefit massively from having someone willing to make runs and would play earlier passes, so Nunez might even be able to stay onside.}

01 Jun 2026 16:48:26
Come on Ed01, use your connections lol would love to see Nunez back in the red shirt, hopefully a little less chaotic admittedly but I honestly think someone like Iraola would polish his game whereas Slot either couldn't or didn't want to

01 Jun 2026 17:15:42
Man of T, you're getting mixed up between Nunez & Diaz, who I actually thought was a busy fool where nothing creative ever came from him. Bayern dominance has helped unravel him a bit. I'd prefer Nunez on a free.

01 Jun 2026 18:43:51
Nunez on a free is a 100% yes, absolute no brainer. Anybody who can get 33 G/A playing in the Prem whilst still being heavily criticised for poor performances obviously has ability, albeit poorly honed.

01 Jun 2026 19:13:00
Not just that, I'm sure I read somewhere earlier that Barca, Chelsea, Newcastle and Juve were all potentially interested in him as a free agent. Obviously, I don't have a clue if that is correct but would show he isn't a bad player if Barca, Juve and a Chelsea under Xabi are showing interest.

02 Jun 2026 06:16:41
Never had an issue with Nunez. Hindsight is a wonderful thing, but I feel his attributes, willing runner, never give up attitude and pure emotional determination were sorely missed last year.
I would happily take him back if he was a cheap/free option.

02 Jun 2026 06:16:47
Anybody who can get 33 G/A playing in the Prem whilst still being heavily criticised for poor performances, obviously has ability, albeit poorly honed.

Sounds like Gakpo to me, Chewy?

02 Jun 2026 11:16:18
Nunez on a free, got to be all over that.

02 Jun 2026 15:21:49
Interesting shout, not a bad option on a free when Hugo will be a long road back to full fitness and Isak will need rotating.

02 Jun 2026 16:05:38
If you look at overall stats in all competitions, it makes perfect sense, especially as Gakpo has had an extra season with us and, in general, played more minutes:

Darwin Nunez: 143 appearances, 40 goals, and 22 assists across his three seasons (2022-2025) before moving to Al-Hilal.



Cody Gakpo: 180 appearances, 50 goals, and 20 assists for Liverpool across all competitions up to the end of the 2025-26 season.

01 Jun 2026 10:46:38
I just wanted to say that Slot's letter was a touch of class. It would have been nice for him to get a send off on final day, but it didn’t work out that way. It’s been a strange year but hopefully things start to pick up. I will always be grateful for the title win, Arne.

01 Jun 2026 12:31:59
You're ragebaiting, I see, a bit like Slot's open letter.

01 Jun 2026 13:38:44
Agreed inbeta. Thanks for No.20. We, and him, move on.

01 Jun 2026 10:02:05
So Milner's just retired... Could it be? The ultimate standard setter back in as a coach. Would be awesome.

01 Jun 2026 09:40:17
Get James Milner a spot on Iraola's coaching ticket ASAP!

01 Jun 2026 09:56:53
Fingers crossed. He would be a huge asset. Assistant Manager.

01 Jun 2026 12:02:38
You may just be right Davey.

01 Jun 2026 12:28:27
The fields, do you know something? ?

01 Jun 2026 07:36:37
Arne Slot's open letter to the fans, published by ECHO.



You walk out under that famous sign in the Anfield tunnel, and you feel a mix of emotions.

Responsibility, of course. To this club's great history.

Expectation, naturally. To honour the legacy that, for 134 years, has made Liverpool FC one of the biggest clubs in world football.

And determination. To compete. To win. To bring success to an Anfield crowd so renowned across the globe.

That all of those emotions would culminate in a Premier League title after just 12 months was beyond special. It was not only a trophy, but a reward for the hard work, sacrifice and commitment shown by so many people throughout the club.

It was made even more meaningful because you got to enjoy it with us. Singing our songs, cheering the goals. And on the day we lifted the trophy, you were there. Lining the streets outside the stadium, filling Anfield in anticipation.

Having had much of that taken from you in 2020, it was never lost on me how much it mattered that you were part of it all. Seeing you come together in your hundreds of thousands on the streets of Liverpool for the title celebrations only reinforced that idea.

What followed on Water Street later that day was shocking and my thoughts remain with all of those affected. I was privileged to witness first-hand your spirit of compassion and unity. It is a spirit that has carried this city through difficult moments before, and one that I hope will help bring the justice and accountability so many have campaigned for over many years.

‌That only weeks after celebrating together we would lose Diogo is indescribable. More than anything, I want to remember a team-mate, a friend and an incredible human being who touched the lives of thousands of you every time he wore this club's famous crest.

In one of the most difficult moments this club has faced, the love, compassion and support shown by the Liverpool family was extraordinary. As I leave this club, it would be remiss of me not to say that the way you honoured Diogo and stood together in his memory will stay with me forever.

The connection we share goes beyond football, beyond European nights under the Anfield lights or the sound of 'You'll Never Walk Alone' being sung from The Kop.

You made me feel welcome from the start and helped me on the path. That is something I cherish.

Of course, it is important to say thank you.

To the players who wore the badge with pride while representing this club across the world. To the staff - not only those on the training ground - but those behind the scenes, whether maintaining the pitches at Anfield or working in the canteen at the training ground.

To the club hierarchy and ownership for your trust and direction. To the legends who supported me and impressed upon me the importance of The Liverpool Way.

It has been a pleasure working with you all.
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Liverpool's 20th league title belongs to all of us and it will remain an important chapter in its history. For that we should all be proud.

This club will always judge itself by the biggest honours. That is how it should be.

But I also leave knowing the club is exactly where it belongs: amongst Europe's elite. Securing Champions League football was an important responsibility and one that ensures Liverpool can continue competing at the highest level next season and beyond.

I leave with complete confidence in what lies ahead. The players who have given so much to this club, who have upheld its values and helped create so many unforgettable moments, have built foundations that will endure.

At the same time, a new generation is emerging, ready to write its own story and embrace the responsibility that comes with wearing this shirt.

Change is part of football, but I know that this club will continue to make its people proud.

When I first stood beneath that sign in the Anfield tunnel, I knew what this club demanded. I leave knowing we never stopped striving for it.

Arne.



Thank you for the title Arne.

01 Jun 2026 08:38:18
Does anyone else think that players are leaving (looks like Alison wants out) because of the antics of Hughes and Edwards?

01 Jun 2026 10:37:57
I do believe that a number of players are not happy with how the club is being run; having to play for a manager that should have been sacked 7 months ago is immensely frustrating, and there's no doubt that leaving Arne in charge for the rest of the season, when the need to axe him was so apparent, has resulted in players questioning the execs. Then, watching them let Alonso go to Chelsea, even though it really seemed like 'the stars had aligned' for him to come to us, must have greatly furthered their doubt in the higher-ups. Add the fact that Gordon had to get involved, which shows us that the suits are really truly making a balls of things behind the scenes and that FSG are not one bit happy.

No doubt the squad has talked at length about these issues; 7 months is a long time for a seed of doubt to grow. Whether Slot leaving is enough for them to want to stay on, we'll have to wait and see. It would be nice to see another head on the chopping block soon. I think that would instil some confidence in the players; it would show them that the owners are taking no crap and really have the club's best interests at heart.

01 Jun 2026 10:55:32
Blaming everyone else as usual.

01 Jun 2026 11:47:03
I'm happy enough with Ireola. Xabi has chosen his own path. He played for us a generation ago, I think we exaggerate this love affair.

01 Jun 2026 13:31:03
Alonso chose to spit in the face of the supporters by signing for a club whose supporters sing vile songs about Hillsborough every year without fail (and were singing them throughout a minutes silence about it too). Whatever legacy or connection to the club Alonso had is gone forever. As far as I'm concerned he's a no mark who has no further business with Liverpool football club and deserves the same contempt as Owen & Sterling.

Hope he gets a deafening round of boos when he shows up with that lot at Anfield. It will be hilarious when he's eventually sacked. He should never ever be considered for the post in the future and never be welcomed back for legends games.

01 Jun 2026 15:30:17
Vik, we didn't follow up with Alonso, we spat in his face; we never offered him a job. What do you expect him to do? Just hang around forever in radio silence, hoping someday we come calling? The man's trying to get his career back on track. It's not like he has any control over or responsibility for what the Chelsea fanbase does.

He's a respectful man, and I have no doubt whatsoever that he fully condemns such actions. Judging somebody on association is genuinely moronic, especially in this sort of situation.

01 Jun 2026 01:23:08
Farewell Arne.

You came in with big shoes to fill, went some way to filling them, then emptied out all the hard work

I’ll be grateful for the dignity and respect you showed to Klopp’s legacy, managing through the Jota tragedy and continued dignity through the last few months as it all came to a head, and you ultimately paid the price.



You’re one of two Premier League winners for the club. That can’t be taken away from you and I hope you find an opportunity that is a better fit for you and your family.

It wasn’t meant to be. God’s timing for you and us.

Go well
YNWA.

01 Jun 2026 10:56:44
Football didn't start when the PL started.

01 Jun 2026 11:50:13
Well I've only been able to have a few pints celebrating a title win with my mates twice in over 40 years of being a fan. 2025 was the only one my son was there with us, enjoying a few scoops. That day will be remembered forever, so thank you, Arne.

01 Jun 2026 12:33:36
You have mates? What a strange world.

01 Jun 2026 13:41:38
I do, WD40. Probably why I don't feel the need to universally agree with everything on an internet fans' site. ? You seem like a happy soul, I'd say you're the centre of every party.

31 May 2026 20:38:05
Hi TheMidfield Engine, we don’t want any more Schlots. ?

31 May 2026 17:19:34
Iraola 3 year deal.

Flo.

31 May 2026 19:42:13
What happened? You said Slot was staying all last week.

31 May 2026 20:08:44
This lad again! ?

31 May 2026 20:21:00
You're some cowboy.

31 May 2026 20:37:54
@Correskop
4:43 pm · 31 May 2026


Seeing as you have trouble citing your sources, Flo, I figured I'd give you a hand.

31 May 2026 22:19:39
I won't believe it until Guy posts.

01 Jun 2026 00:39:59
Or grav.

01 Jun 2026 05:04:24
Mate, you have zero credit. Your statements come across so direct, it's like you "think" you're the king of rumours, yet unfortunately with all of your bad "slot is definitely staying" rumours, you've actually got not one person believing a thing you say anymore

Sometimes, it's just best to be ?

01 Jun 2026 06:21:04
Flo, thank you for telling us what we all know already.