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Liverpool now have another £100m-calibre talent beyond new signings, claims Arne Slot

It has been a strong summer of business for Liverpool, and Arne Slot thinks the club is well positioned to bring in even more cash down the line. There was plenty of movement at Anfield during the transfer window, both in terms of players coming in and heading out.

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Liverpool Predicted Lineup vs Atletico Madrid for September 17

Liverpool kick off their Champions League campaign on Wednesday night with a heavyweight tie against Atletico Madrid at Anfield. Arne Slot’s side have made a perfect start in the Premier League, but Europe presents a different challenge.

Jakub Kiwior News / HITC / September 14

Arsenal loanee Jakub Kiwior assessed by Portuguese outlet after Porto debut

Jakub Kiwior, now on loan from Arsenal, did not have to wait long for his first appearance with Porto following his move. The Polish international had a solid spell at the Emirates, especially late last season when he stepped in for the injured Gabriel Magalhaes and performed well.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / September 13

Liverpool Predicted Lineup vs Burnley for September 14

Liverpool travel to Turf Moor on Sunday looking to preserve their perfect start to the Premier League season. Arne Slot has nine points from nine, but the wins have hardly been routine, both Bournemouth and Newcastle erased two-goal deficits before Liverpool found late winners.

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Soccer News / Football Espana / September 12

Real Sociedad boss highlights key change Xabi Alonso has made at Real Madrid

Xabi Alonso heads back to where it all began this weekend as Real Madrid take on Real Sociedad on their La Liga return. Los Blancos have enjoyed a perfect start to the league campaign under Alonso with three wins from three games n August.

Soccer News / HITC / September 12

Erik ten Hag’s Bayer Leverkusen successor backs player Man Utd released on a free transfer

Once deemed expendable at Manchester United, one midfielder has found a new sense of value at his current club. Following an extended period of uncertainty about his future, Christian Eriksen has signed a contract with Wolfsburg.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / September 11

‘Green Light Imminent’: Nottingham Forest Set for Departure of ‘Cult Favourite’

The summer transfer window closed for Premier League clubs back on September 1, but for Turkish clubs, it is still open until tomorrow, September 12. English sides may still be trying to shift deadwood, or players who need playing time, and so could turn to the Super Lig.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / September 10

Best and Worst Liverpool Players to Wear the Number 7 Shirt

Liverpool’s number 7 shirt has always carried expectation. It made Kevin Keegan a superstar, Kenny Dalglish a king, John Barnes untouchable, and Luis Suárez unstoppable.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Athlon Sports / September 8

EA SPORTS FC 26 Top 26 Players Revealed: Who Leads the Ratings This Year?

EA’s official Top 26 ratings are here—see who leads the pack and which stars made the cut The countdown is finally over as EA Sports kicks off the official player ratings reveal for FC 26.

Soccer News / Sunderland on SI / September 6

World Champion Praises Sunderland After Their Record €200 Million Spending

A promising season has arrived for Sunderland, accompanied by great signings. The most remarkable thing is that a newly promoted club to the Premier League made a very high investment to survive in the best league in the world.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Last Word On Sports / September 6

Arsenal ‘Are Not Planning’ to Lose ‘Outstanding’ Attacker Amid Exit Rumours

Arsenal have won two out of three games so far in the 2025/26 campaign. The loss to Liverpool was tough to take, with a late free-kick from Dominik Szoboszlai the difference.

Soccer News / Football Espana / September 5

Bayern Munich to rival Real Madrid and Barcelona for Premier League star

Real Madrid could swoop for a key Liverpool transfer target at the start of 2026 following deadline day frustration. As the Premier League market followed La Liga and other major European leagues by closing on September 1, Arne Slot landed his No.1 target as Alexander Isak arrived at Anfield.

Soccer News / Football Espana / September 4

'I am where I want to be' – Celta Vigo manager reacts to Bayer Leverkusen interest

Earlier this week, Bayer Leverkusen sacked Erik ten Hag, and one of the candidates to replace him is Celta Vigo head coach Claudio Giraldez. The 37-year-old has had an excellent spell in charge at Balaidos since taking over from Rafa Benitez in March 2024, so it is no surprise that he is attracting attention.

Soccer News / Football Espana / September 3

Real Madrid eye Liverpool target as 2026 free transfer option

Liverpool experienced elation and frustration on the final day of the summer transfer window on September 1. As the Premier League market mirrored La Liga and other major European leagues, Arne Slot finally secured his No.1 target, as Alexander Isak arrived at Anfield.

Alexander Isak News / Extratime Talk / September 3

Winners and Losers of the Alexander Isak Liverpool Transfer

Alexander Isak is finally a Liverpool player! After an excruciatingly lengthy transfer pursuit that stretched over multiple months, the 25-year-old striker has finally gotten his much-desired move to Anfield.

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Soccer News / Total Apex Sports / September 3

Bayer Leverkusen Insiders Slam Erik ten Hag as 'Worst in 20 Years' after Shock Firing: What Really Happened

German tabloid BILD has been the loudest voice on Erik ten Hag’s crash landing at Bayer Leverkusen. Beyond reporting the dismissal itself, BILD pieces and roundups of its reporting claim that long-serving employees at the club privately debated the worst coach of the past 15 to 20 years, with Ten Hag ranking near the top as an overall package.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Football Espana / September 3

La Liga manager added to Bayer Leverkusen managerial shortlist

Bayer Leverkusen sacked Erik ten Hag earlier this week after only three matches in charge, meaning that they are now seeking a replacement. And one of the candidates being considered is in La Liga.

Erik Ten Hag News / Yardbarker / September 4