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Liverpool ready to meet player’s €12m salary demand to seal January transfer

Liverpool are interested in signing the Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic. The 25-year-old has been linked with a move away from the Italian club, and the Premier League champions are hoping to bring him to England next month.

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Mohamed Salah’s showing vs Zimbabwe prompts a familiar national media verdict

Mohamed Salah was the centre of attention as Egypt opened their AFCON campaign with a 2-1 win. It is that time of year again when Liverpool have to manage without Salah, who is away on international duty.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 24

Barnes explains why Liverpool Christmas work matters more than football

Liverpool’s Christmas schedule is usually judged by fixtures, injuries and momentum, but this year our final act before the festive break has been something far more important.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 24

Liverpool festive images hint at deep injury concern despite Slot update

Liverpool’s festive preparations offered a familiar sight at the AXA Training Centre, but one small detail may end up carrying far more significance than first appeared.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 24

Carragher explains why Guehi transfer may not solve the real problem

Liverpool’s defensive debate continues to evolve, but not every solution being discussed would automatically fix what has gone wrong this season. With centre-back issues surfacing repeatedly, attention has again turned towards Marc Guehi and whether his arrival would have changed our campaign.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 24

Liverpool hold talks over £20 million transfer for 'incredible' star after Semenyo setback

Liverpool are interested in signing the Borussia Dortmund attacker Karim Adeyemi. The 23-year-old has been linked with a move to the Premier League in recent months, and Liverpool have held talks with his representative regarding a potential move.

Liverpool FC News / Caught Offside / December 24

Liverpool have a close eye on 'fantastic' star who could be the ideal successor to club legend

Liverpool are reportedly keeping tabs on the Inter Milan defender, Alessandro Bastoni. The 26-year-old is one of the finest defenders in Europe and football right now, and he could prove to be an excellent acquisition for Liverpool.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 24

Carragher explains why one Liverpool decision now feels inevitable after Isak injury

Liverpool’s next move may not be obvious on the pitch, but behind the scenes the picture is starting to become clearer as we approach January. With Alexander Isak ruled out for months and our forward options stretched, questions are being asked about whether we will re-enter the market for another striker.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 24

Jeremie Frimpong explains why the worst part of football nearly stopped him

Liverpool news often focuses on results and momentum, but sometimes the most revealing stories come from what happens when a player is taken away from the pitch.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 24

Ornstein update leaves Liverpool facing uncomfortable Semenyo truth

Liverpool’s January thinking may already be shifting after a fresh update from one of the game’s most reliable transfer voices. David Ornstein has outlined the current situation surrounding Antoine Semenyo, and the details will shape how we assess any short-term attacking solution.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 24

Isak sends message to Liverpool fans as injury reality sinks in

Liverpool’s latest update on Alexander Isak has shifted the focus away from north London and firmly onto what comes next. The 26-year-old striker has now spoken publicly after the club confirmed he will be sidelined following the injury sustained in the win over Tottenham.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 24

Frank pushes back at Slot as Liverpool fury over Isak injury grows

Liverpool’s win in north London came at a heavy cost, even if the post-match fallout has now shifted beyond the pitch. Our record signing Alexander Isak will be sidelined for a “couple of months” after suffering a fractured leg against Tottenham, an incident that has sparked a public disagreement between the two head coaches involved.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 23

Slot makes clear call on Wirtz ahead of Wolves test

Liverpool’s preparations for Wolves have included a familiar discussion point, even if the bigger picture is being deliberately managed behind the scenes.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 23

Serie A giants eyeing loan swoop for ‘special’ Liverpool beast; Arne Slot will surely say no

According to reports from Italy, one Liverpool player is wanted on loan by a Serie A club for the second half of the season. As we reported for Empire of the Kop in the final days of the summer transfer window, AC Milan had been attempting to prise Joe Gomez from the Reds just before the 1 September deadline, but the defender remained at Anfield.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 23

Paul Joyce outlines Semenyo and Guehi updates as January picture sharpens

Liverpool’s January intentions are rarely spelled out in public, but a trusted voice has now added important context around two names long associated with us.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 23

'It’s a big blow…' – Wolves suffer ‘significant’ injury setback ahead of Liverpool clash

Wolves have been dealt a significant injury blow ahead of their visit to Anfield to face Liverpool on Saturday. It’s been a nightmare of a season for the

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Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 24

Report: Liverpool now monitoring ‘dream’ forward who’s outscoring Hugo Ekitike this season

Liverpool have reportedly added a prolific centre-forward to their list of prospective signings for 2026. Arne Slot is currently working with a heavily

Alexander Isak News / HITC / December 23

How long Alexander Isak could be out based on Liverpool history

Liverpool fans will be nervously watching the recovery timeline for their £125m signing, Alexander Isak. Since making the move from Newcastle over the summer, Isak hasn’t found his rhythm yet, with fitness and form both being ongoing issues.

Arne Slot News / Empire of the Kop / December 23

Report: Liverpool eyeing potential free transfer which could resolve recurring issue for Slot

According to reports from Spain, Liverpool are eyeing a prospective free transfer for a versatile LaLiga operator who’s approaching the end of his current contract.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 23

Arne Slot gives emphatic 15-word response on whether Harvey Elliott could return to Liverpool

Arne Slot issued an emphatic response regarding the possibility of Liverpool recalling Harvey Elliott from his loan spell at Aston Villa in January. The 22-year-old left Anfield at the end of the summer transfer window, with the transaction due to become permanent once he makes 10 appearances for Unai Emery’s side (The Athletic).

Liverpool FC News / The42 / December 23