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‘It was not nice…’ – Szoboszlai shares how he felt about explosive Mo Salah tirade last month

‘It was not nice…’ – Szoboszlai shares how he felt about explosive Mo Salah tirade last month

It was a month ago yesterday that Mo Salah lobbed a hand grenade into an already tumultuous season for Liverpool with comments he made after the Reds’ 3-3 draw away to Leeds.

Mikel Arteta News / Empire of the Kop / January 7
‘They are out…’ – Mikel Arteta confirms double Arsenal injury blow ahead of Liverpool showdown

‘They are out…’ – Mikel Arteta confirms double Arsenal injury blow ahead of Liverpool showdown

Mikel Arteta has ruled two Arsenal players out of contention to feature against Liverpool on Thursday night, with another racing against the clock to be fit in time for the Emirates Stadium showdown.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 7
'It’s weird but…' – Paul Merson shares Arsenal v Liverpool prediction as Slot questioned

'It’s weird but…' – Paul Merson shares Arsenal v Liverpool prediction as Slot questioned

Paul Merson has given his prediction for Liverpool’s Premier League showdown away to Arsenal on Thursday night, with the champions visiting the leaders at the Emirates Stadium.

Arne Slot News / Empire of the Kop / January 7
Arne Slot explains why Liverpool will not panic in January

Arne Slot explains why Liverpool will not panic in January

Liverpool’s January transfer plans have come back into focus ahead of a crucial trip to north London, but the clearest message yet from our head coach points firmly towards trust rather than panic.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / January 7
Slot refutes accusations of 'boring' football, admits some games aren't 'a joy to watch'

Arne Slot refutes accusations of 'boring' football but admits some games aren't 'a joy to watch'

Arne Slot has rejected the notion that his style of play at Liverpool is ‘boring’ but admitted that some of the Reds’ matches this season haven’t been ‘a joy to watch’.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / January 7
Van Dijk names Liverpool players he thinks belongs among world’s elite

Van Dijk names Liverpool players he thinks belongs among world’s elite

Liverpool’s next test comes with a reminder of the standards required at the very top, delivered by our captain in an unguarded moment away from the pitch.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / January 7
Arne Slot keeps Liverpool fans guessing over Hugo Ekitike availability for Arsenal showdown

Arne Slot keeps Liverpool fans guessing over Hugo Ekitike availability for Arsenal showdown

Arne Slot has kept Liverpool fans guessing as to whether or not Hugo Ekitike will be available to face Arsenal on Thursday night. The Reds’ top scorer

Mohamed Salah News / Empire of the Kop / January 7
Liverpool absence summed up by four words as Salah moment goes viral

Liverpool absence summed up by four words as Salah moment goes viral

Liverpool’s current situation away from Anfield has been underlined by a quiet moment involving Mo Salah that travelled quickly across social media. The Egyptian forward was once again decisive for his country as Egypt edged past Benin in extra time at the Africa Cup of Nations, with the Liverpool No.11 sealing the win late on.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 7
Insider now ‘almost certain’ of next move for Harvey Elliott amid abortive Aston Villa loan

Insider now ‘almost certain’ of next move for Harvey Elliott amid abortive Aston Villa loan

Harvey Elliott begins 2026 with a rather uncertain short-term future, with his move from Liverpool to Aston Villa emphatically not going to plan. He has

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 7
What Palace boss just said will interest Liverpool over Guehi

What Palace boss just said will interest Liverpool over Guehi

Liverpool’s long-running interest in one of Europe’s most sought-after defenders has been given fresh context following candid comments from Crystal Palace’s head coach.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 7
‘For the moment…’ – Juventus coach issues frank reply to Federico Chiesa transfer speculation

‘For the moment…’ – Juventus coach issues frank reply to Federico Chiesa transfer speculation

Juventus head coach Luciano Spalletti has emphatically addressed rumours linking Federico Chiesa with a return to Turin. On Tuesday, Sky Sports in Italy

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 7
Ex-Arsenal defender makes surprise Liverpool claim which might stun even the most optimistic Reds

Ex-Arsenal defender makes surprise Liverpool claim which might stun even the most optimistic Reds

Even the most unyieldingly optimistic of Liverpool fans would have a hard time believing that the Reds can still retain their Premier League title…but one former Arsenal defender isn’t completely ruling out that fanciful possibility.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 7
Why Liverpool’s Guehi patience could now be tested – The Athletic

Why Liverpool’s Guehi patience could now be tested – The Athletic

Liverpool’s long-term planning in defence is coming into sharper focus as fresh updates emerge on one of Europe’s most in-demand centre-backs. Marc Guehi

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / January 7
Liverpool player and staff may have dropped subtle hint as to whether Ekitike will face Arsenal

Liverpool player and staff may have dropped subtle hint as to whether Ekitike will face Arsenal

Liverpool fans will be praying that Hugo Ekitike will be fit in time to face Arsenal in a crucial Premier League encounter on Thursday night. The Reds’

Soccer News / Yardbarker / January 6
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Florian Wirtz News / HITC / January 6
Curtis Jones points to Liverpool’s most skilful player, and it’s not Salah or Wirtz

Curtis Jones points to Liverpool’s most skilful player, and it’s not Salah or Wirtz

Liverpool have plenty of top players on their books, but they might not need to spend big to unearth their next standout talent. The Reds took a bold approach in the summer transfer window, bringing in Florian Wirtz and Alexander Isak for hefty fees.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 6
‘We understand…’ – Sky Sports share Chiesa transfer update as Serie A duo eye January move

‘We understand…’ – Sky Sports share Chiesa transfer update as Serie A duo eye January move

With nearly a week of the January transfer window having elapsed, the future of Federico Chiesa remains a topic of intense speculation. The forward has

Arne Slot News / Empire of the Kop / January 7
Outlet drops ‘bombshell’ Arne Slot claim as ‘fed up’ Anfield chiefs seek ‘drastic change’

Euro outlet drops ‘bombshell’ Arne Slot claim as ‘fed up’ Anfield chiefs seek ‘drastic change’

Reports from Spain have sensationally claimed that Liverpool could dismiss Arne Slot from his job as head coach within the next week. The Dutchman has

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / January 6
‘He would suit Liverpool’ – Ben Foster names Premier League wizard who’d be ‘perfect’ for the Reds

‘He would suit Liverpool’ – Ben Foster names Premier League wizard who’d be ‘perfect’ for the Reds

Ben Foster has named one current Premier League player who he believes would be a ‘perfect’ signing for Liverpool this year. Although the Reds have been

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 6
‘He was a joke’ – One ‘top, top player’ at Liverpool left a lasting impression on Jonjo Shelvey

‘He was a joke’ – One ‘top, top player’ at Liverpool left a lasting impression on Jonjo Shelvey

Jonjo Shelvey was left in awe of one former teammate at Liverpool who he described (in the best way possible) as ‘a joke’ of a footballer. The 33-year-old

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / January 6
‘Fantastic’ midfielder’s return to Liverpool is confirmed as official announcement made

‘Fantastic’ midfielder’s return to Liverpool is confirmed as official announcement made

One player who’d been out on loan from Liverpool has officially returned to Merseyside after his temporary spell away from Anfield was cut short. James

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 6
BBC pundit’s prediction should serve as perfect motivation for Liverpool ahead of Arsenal clash

BBC pundit’s prediction should serve as perfect motivation for Liverpool ahead of Arsenal clash

Liverpool face what appears to be one of their most daunting tasks of the season when they travel to the Emirates Stadium to face Premier League leaders Arsenal on Thursday night.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 6
James Pearce hints Liverpool will veto widespread January interest in ‘important’ midfielder

James Pearce hints Liverpool will veto widespread January interest in ‘important’ midfielder

Liverpool could plausibly allow some of their fringe and academy players to depart on loan this month, but others are expected to be kept at Anfield. The

Liverpool FC News / Caught Offside / January 5
Romano confirms Liverpool are in contact with European giants over attacker with 32 goals, 24 assists

Romano confirms Liverpool are in contact with European giants over attacker with 32 goals, 24 assists

Liverpool winger Federico Chiesa is linked with a move away this month with European giants Juventus showing interest in bringing him back. The 28-year-old,

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