The 2022/23 season has not been good for Liverpool as the team suffered one of their biggest losses in form after only playing in the Champions League last season. It’s safe to say the Reds are in crisis and an uncertain future isn’t too far away.
The team now languishes in 10th place in the Premier League table, with the odds of missing out on a Champions League place increasing with each passing game with poor performances beating previous ones.
The issue has raised obvious and legitimate concerns about the club’s priorities.
Yes, they seem to be interested in a lot of players right now, but that was also the case during the January window and we all know how that went. The players are scrutinized, just like the coach. This season, Jurgen Klopp has been the subject of concerns over his tactical approaches and it looks like the club are paying close attention to it.
Liverpool have contacted the former Barcelona manager regarding his availability should Klopp decide to leave
It’s well known that Klopp’s position at Liverpool isn’t solid despite being contracted until 2026, that’s why the club are making plans behind the scenes.
Todo Fichajes claims the Liverpool board have been in contact with former Barcelona manager Luis Enrique as a back-up plan should Klopp decide to leave and may have to leave. According to the report, the board have checked with Enrique’s agent on his availability in case the Reds need him. The coach has just left his post as manager of the Spanish national team and is currently looking for other opportunities.
Enrique is an intriguing manager with innovative tactical methods that could help transform Liverpool into a highly efficient and strong attacking side with a good defensive system, both of which are currently lacking under Klopp.
The Spaniard is also a big fan of exercising control of the pitch through possession, which comes from well-functioning midfielders who are the backbone of his system. In light of Liverpool’s midfield problem, Enrique can put together a fantastic squad from the start by making a conditional offer for exactly the group of players he wants.
However, the current scenario is still in its infancy and so far nothing confirms Klopp’s permanent departure. As it stands, the German remains in pole position to manage Liverpool until the end of his contract.
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Liverpool are reviving long-term interest in Napoli midfielder Piotr Zielinski.
Il Mattino says Liverpool are interested in Zielinski.
The 28-year-old has long been a target for the Reds having opted for Napoli over Anfield in 2016 when he moved from Empoli to Napoli.
His contract with the Serie A leaders still has 18 months left, but the Italian newspaper says his salary seems “too important” given the salary structure set by the Napoli president. According to the outlet, if a deal cannot be reached in the Italian top flight, his future can only lie in the Premier League and Jurgen Klopp’s side have been mooted.