Well Red #001
How Liverpool scout for players and more...
'That's when you know' - Inside the secret world of Liverpool's transfers department
By Paul Gorst for the Liverpool Echo
Given the amount of criticism towards Liverpool’s lack of transfer activity, not sure how welcome an in-depth look at Liverpool’s recruitment process will be. Still, I found it insightful, particularly tidbits like how Kostas Tsimikas was first spotted by scouts following the progress of Pedro Chirivella while he was on loan at Willem II.
FSG Out Protests & The Disconnect Between Liverpool Fans
by Karl Coppack for the Anfield Wrap
You haven’t been on the internet lately if you haven’t experienced the bitter in-fighting between Liverpool supporters, particularly those who believe fans should be up in arms against those who are taking a more pragmatic approach. It is a dispiriting, demeaning and pointless ‘battle’ that is limited exclusively online: no one turned up for a protest that some of the main online antagonists were said to be organising.
Liverpool's teenage star primed to join Salah, Diaz and co. in Klopp's squad
By Neil Jones for Goal
One of the few positive aspects of this season has been the opportunity that injuries have opened up for young players. Of course, Stefan Bajcetic has been the prime beneficiary but Ben Doak has also received plenty of opportunities and the Scottish winger looks like he has all that is needed to be a big success.
Something Else We Loved This Week
Michael Calvin is a great author and interviewer, so it is hardly surprising that he managed to get so deep with Jurgen Klopp in this podcast. The manager’s view on loyalty is, in particular, a must listen.
