Liverpool transfer news live - Kvaratskhelia plot, Hincapie deal, Bajcetic loan (2024)

Anthony Gordon hint?

Eddie Howe has refused to rule out the prospect of recruiting another forward before the end of the transfer window, offering Liverpool hope of a possible deal for Anthony Gordon.

The Reds have been strongly linked with a move for the winger in recent weeks, seeing a deal come close to occuring, and it remains to be seen whether a late move is considered.

Newcastle will of course have to replace Gordon should he depart and Howe has hinted there could be arrivals at St James' Park.

"I have been in the game too long to make those statements," he said.

“What I will say is, from my part and the club’s part, we will do everything we can to keep our best players, but I am not a fortune teller. As managers, we learn to live with it in this world because we have to. But it’s not ideal, there is a lot going on.”

Good morning, Reds

Hello and welcome back to our Liverpool live blog.

Stick with us throughout the day as we bring you the latest news on the Reds.

We will also be building up to today's match against Brentford, which sees Arne Slot taking charge of his first competitive fixture on home soil.

Alisson Becker confirms Saudi Arabia transfer interest and makes Liverpool contract vow

Some great news to end the day and give you some sweet dreams tonight, Reds fans!

Alisson Becker has spoken out about interest to take him to the Saudi Pro League this summer, confirming whilst it was there it was never truly an option he considered.

Instead, the Brazilian has committed to the Reds, his current contract, and even beyond. Even with the proposed signing of Giorgi Mamardashvili as a successor, the Liverpool goalkeeper endorses the club's preparations for the future.

Read the full story HERE

Celta Vigo manager responds to Bajcetic question

As one of the loan suitors for Stefan Bajcetic, Celta Vigo manager Claudio Giraldez was asked about his supposed desire to take the midfielder for the campaign.

"It's possible like everyone else. The market is open and it is one more possibility," he gave as a response. "He is a player I know, that we have trained, he knows the house, and it is one more possibility. We'll see what's happening."

The final days of the transfer window could get intense...

Final result of the day

All Premier League matches are done for the day now after the conclusion of this evening's kick-off between Aston Villa and Arsenal.

It looked to be a strong test for Mikel Arteta's side, who lost there last season, though they scored twice late on after David Raya saves to win 2-0. Ollie Watkins also stabbed wide in front of an open goal in the first half.

It now means the two teams that finished ahead of Liverpool last season plus Brighton have won their two matches so far. Tottenham and Forest move ahead of the Reds with victory too, but Arne Slot and Co. have the chance to respond tomorrow against Brentford.

Juve 'positive' in Koopmeiners race

As they wait on an offer to be decided by Atalanata, Gianluca Di Marzio says Juventus are 'positive' about their chances of landing midfielder Teun Koopmeiners before deadline day.

However, should this confidence amount to nothing today's other rumours suggest Arne Slot and Liverpool could be there to capitalise...

Schumacher impressed by Koumas

More on Lewis Koumas' debut goal for Stoke City this afternoon, as his manager Steven Schumacher raved about the Liverpool loanee's performance in spite of defeat.

"On another day he gets a hat-trick, he takes the match ball and we come away with all three points," he said via sister site Stoke on Trent Live. "That's how close it is in this league, small margins determine the outcome of games.

"Lewis was great. He played as a single number nine, which he has done a few times but it's not his natural position. He looked really sharp for us. Their two centre-backs must have about 1,000 games in the Championship between them and it's Lewis' first start so you can't expect too much but what we did see was positive."

Interesting to see the young forward playing out of position yet still producing the goods...

More Bajcetic suitors

Earlier it was reported that Real Sociedad could emerge as a destination were Stefan Bajcetic to leave Liverpool on loan for the season. This follows Celta Vigo's name entering the equation.

But now according to Spanish outlet La Voz De Galacia, the La Liga pair would also face competition from Valencia. They and the Reds have of course already been at the negotiation table in recent weeks over Giorgi Mamardashvili.

In this report Villarreal's name is also mentioned, taking the total to four clubs. Looking to press on after an injury-hit 2023/24 campaign, is a loan the best move for Liverpool and the 19-year-old?

Loan watch

Also keeping an eye on action elsewhere, it has been a great afternoon for some young Reds gaining experience elsewhere this campaign.

Goals have been scored by Luca Stephenson and Lewis Koumas, the former helping Dundee United to a 2-0 win in Scotland and the latter grabbing an equaliser in Stoke City's eventual loss to West Brom.

Luke Chambers also completed the full 90 minutes of Wigan Athletic's 1-0 win against Crawley Town in League One, lining up in defence alongside James Carragher, son of Reds legend Jamie Carragher.

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'Crazy' Eberechi Eze attempt?

Now, this would be quite the statement in the final week of the window...

Without a signing so far, the spotlight is firmly on Liverpool. If signing somebody, will it be a goalkeeper? A defender? A midfielder? Well, an exerpt from The Independent's latest 'Reading the Game' newsletter interestingly suggests it may be an attacker on the club's immediate radar.

It reads: "With [Eberechi] Eze, Palace are bracing themselves for bids from Liverpool or Manchester City. That has been said for weeks, however, as other clubs have complained the asking price is 'crazy'. Arsenal were one of those put off."

Teun Koopmeiners decision

For the second week running Teun Koopmeiners is not included in Atalanta's squad to take on Torino tomorrow. The Liverpool-linked midfielder has not travelled with his teammates.

However, providing a transfer update the latest word reafirms that the Dutchman 'only wants Juventus'. He is said to be waiting on his club's decision to accept a €59m (£50m) offer that arrived two weeks ago.

Premier League results

After that Brighton victory just mentioned, the Premier League's 3pm kick-offs have just now wrapped up with some interesting results confirmed.

After falling behind, Manchester City ended up 4-1 winners against Ipswich Town. Tottenham Hotspur also resoundly defeated Everton 4-0 in the capital. West Ham beat Crystal Palace, Fulham beat Leicester City and finally Nottingham Forest came out on top against Southampton, meaning there have been no draws after six fixtures so far this weekend.

As a result, there are now two sides to have won both of their opening games and Arne Slot's men slip down to sixth at this extremely early stage. Aston Villa v Arsenal looks to be another big match this evening before three fixtures tomorrow - including Liverpool v Brentford - wraps up the action.

James Milner breaking records again

Looking elsewhere as there has been no action at Anfield this Saturday, one match Reds supporters may have seen take place was on the South Coast this lunchtime. Brighton came up with a stoppage time winner to defeat Manchester United.

As well as it giving an insight into how to beat their bitter rivals next weekend, former hero of the club James Milner became the holder of a record Liverpool fans will love. The 38-year-old now holds the record for the most Premier League wins against United (12) of any individual player.

This follows up his achievement of becoming the only man to feature in 23 separate top-flight campaigns when taking to the field on opening day.

Full-time and Liverpool U21s beaten

The end of a disappointing day for the Academy as Liverpool U21s go down 2-1 in their Premier League 2 game at home to Leicester City.

Let's hope it's not a precursor for events with the first team tomorrow at Anfield.

Liverpool make another change

Another Liverpool sub as Kelly comes on for Morrison, who had been struggling a bit with a problem.

Could be cramp but it's enough for him to go off.

Eight minutes remain and the U21s trail 2-1 at home to Leicester City in Premier League 2.

Corness comes close

Almost a leveller for Liverpool as Corness tries a low drive from range and French gets down well to turn the ball behind.

Only 10 minutes remain for the U21s to rescue this, they trail 2-1 to Leicester.

Changes for Liverpool

Liverpool subs time as Miles, Laffey and Kone-Doherty come on for Jonas, Nyoni and Young.

The U21s trail 2-1 on 74 minutes.

Liverpool concede

Liveroool go behind again. A mistake by Lucky and Richards steps in, goes around Misciur and taps into the empty net. The U21s 2-1 down to Leicester after 59 minutes.

Chances at Liverpool U21s

Grist has a chance for Leicester but he sends his header wide at the far post. Warning for Liverpool.

Morrison then has a fine run off the right for the home team, cuts inside and then tries a curler which goes narrowly off target. That was close.

Second half starts for Liverpool U21s

Second half under way at the Academy with #LFC U21s level 1-1 with Leicester City in their Premier League 2 clash.

It's lovely and warm at Kirkby until you get into the stand where it's absolutely freezing and blowing a gale. Double hoods up and coat on and wrapped up. It's a Saturday afternoon in August.

Half-time for Liverpool U21s

Half-time and Liverpool U21s are level with Leicester City in Premier League 2 at the Academy in Kirkby.

Richards put the visitors ahead only for Nyoni to level. Misciur saved a Leicester penalty just before the interval.

Liverpool penalty drama

Controversy as it looks like Misciur gets the ball ahead of Golding but the referee gives a penalty. But Misciur guesses the right way and saves the penalty from Braybrooke diving to his left.

Into first-half injury time and it's still 1-1. The game has taken a while to get going but it's a lively one now.

Nyoni puts Liverpool level

The young Reds are back on level terms!

Leicester keeper French makes another poor pass out, playing the ball straight to Hill who swiftly finds Nyoni, who this time makes no mistake against his former club.

Liverpool back at 1-1 on 40 minutes.

Big chance for Nyoni to equalise for Liverpool

A first real sight of goal for Liverpool U21s as Nallo stretches to head wide a Norris free-kick.

Then Nyoni was gifted a clear run at goal by a poor kick out by French but the Leicester goalkeeper redeems himself with a save. Big chance to equalise. 33 minutes gone, still 1-0 down.

Liverpool U18s beaten in five-goal thriller

Still Liverpool U21s trail 1-0 as we come up towards the half-hour mark.

Meanwhile, the U18s ended up losing 3-2. Tough start to the season for them.

Bad start for Liverpool U21s

Liverpool U21s go behind after only 12 minutes. Golding dug out a great cross from the right for Leicester and Richards finished at the far post with a good header.

Goals fest for Liverpool U18s

There are about 15 minutes to go for the U18s and things have got lively.

The Reds went 2-0 down but got back level through O'Connor and Bradshaw, but are now 3-2 down,

Meanwhile, the U21s are under way against Leicester City here at the Academy.

Stefan Bajcetic transfer hint

Stefan Bajcetic's future at Liverpool continues to be the subject of speculation, and it seems there is increased interest in the midfielder.

Rumours in recent weeks have seen Bajcetic linked with a move away from Anfield.

HITC has reported that Real Sociedad could be in the running to sign Bajcetic as a replacement for Mikel Merino, who looks set to complete a move to Arsenal in the coming days.

MORE HERE.

Half-time for Liverpool U18s

It's half-time for Liverpool U18s in their U18 Premier League North game against Middlesbrough at the Acedemy in Kirkby.

A young Reds team has more than held their own but they conceded just before half-time to a well-worked goal when Bailey Palmer got in behind the defence and slotted home confidently.

Work for Marc Bridge-Wilkinson's side to do in the second half.

Brentford stance confirmed on Fabio Carvalho and Sepp van den Berg

Liverpool face a quick reunion with two of their former players when they face Brentford this weekend.

The Reds will take on the Bees at Anfield on Sunday afternoon in their second Premier League fixture of the season, and the Reds may face two familiar faces when they take to the pitch at Anfield.

This month has seen Fabio Carvalho and Sepp van den Berg leave Liverpool to both complete moves to Brentford.

Van den Berg is one of the latest players to leave Anfield after he agreed a permanent move to Brentford.

MORE HERE.