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As Manchester City continue their rampant Premier League form, challengers Liverpool could lose further ground in the title race without a few signings in the January transfer window. Pep Guardiola ’s well-oiled machine has kicked into gear this season and they are blowing teams away, even without a recognised striker. While Liverpool have inflicted some heavy defeats themselves – most notably the 4-0 win over Arsenal and 5-0 mauling of Manchester United – recent dropped points could turn out to be costly. The Reds fell to a 1-0 defeat away at Leicester on Tuesday night, and that was with Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane in the team. But with Liverpool’s star forwards set to depart for the Africa Cup of Nations in January, their replacements will need to step up to fill the void. The winter window affords the opportunity for the Merseyside club to strengthen their squad and potential new recruits in key positions could prove vital in their quest for the title. … [Read more...] about Three players Liverpool could sign in the January transfer window

Steve McManaman insists he would ‘love’ Liverpool to sign Bukayo Saka and Jarrod Bowen but has played down the chances of the Arsenal and West Ham stars heading to Anfield. Liverpool have been linked with moves for Saka and Bowen as they prepare for life without at least one of Roberto Firmino, Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane. Firmino, Salah and Mane have been brilliant servants to Liverpool – helping the club win the Champions League in 2019 and Premier League in 2020 – but all three of the forwards are closer to the ends of their career than the starts, meaning Jurgen Klopp must at least consider bringing in new attackers. Saka has quickly established himself as one of Arsenal’s most important players and an England regular over the past three seasons, scoring six goals and making four assists in the Premier League this term. Bowen, meanwhile, has netted nine goals and provided eight assists during the 2021-22 campaign, helping West Ham climb to fourth in … [Read more...] about ‘I would love it’ – Steve McManaman rates Liverpool’s chances of signing Arsenal forward Bukayo Saka and West Ham star Jarrod Bowen

Published 2 days ago Share close Share page Copy link About sharing The North-South divide is widening despite the government's levelling up agenda, a think tank has warned. IPPR North's research found for every job created in the north of England almost three were created in London and the South East. Liverpool Metro Mayor Steve Rotheram said the findings showed the government's pledge to close regional inequalities was "empty words". The government said the report was "misleading". IPPR North, part of the Institute for Public Policy Research, said there was a "yawning gap between rhetoric and the policy reality" two years on from the government's pledge to level up. The report said many of the government's promises related to new pots of money, such as the Levelling Up Fund, but the think tank noted the allocation represented an investment of just £32 per person in the north, … [Read more...] about Levelling up: North-South divide widening, think tank says

Luis Suarez is considering a move to Aston Villa after holding talks with Steven Gerrard, according to reports. Gerrard played a key role in convincing Philippe Coutinho to make the move to Villa on a loan deal from Barcelona last week. And according to Spanish journalist Gerard Romero , who interviewed Suarez on his Twitch channel in October, Gerrard is trying to bring another former Liverpool teammate to Villa Park as he has made an approach to the Uruguay international. Romero claims that Suarez has received offers from three Brazilian clubs – Palmeiras, Corinthians and Atletico Mineiro – as well as another from Saudi Arabia, but the striker has rejected them all as he wants to ‘focus’ on the proposal from Villa. Romero has revealed that Gerrard and Suarez have already spoken about the prospect of returning to the Premier League and the 34-year-old is now considering a switch to Villa. Suarez’s current contract with Atletico Madrid is due to expire at … [Read more...] about Steven Gerrard holds talks with Luis Suarez over Aston Villa transfer

A pub landlord with a history of changing the name of his boozer to poke fun at various political scandals is now to rebrand his venue as “The Lying B******" in a dig at Boris Johnson . Daniel Davies owns what was once the James Atherton pub in New Brighton, near Liverpool. He suggested a new name for the venue as Johnson is facing furious calls to resign, following reports of at least 15 parties across Downing Street, Whitehall and Tory HQ while millions suffered under lockdown rules. Johnson is accused of attending at least four of the events. Covid-bereaved families have blasted the bashes, and No10’s repeated attempts to obscure the truth before the PM finally apologised. Daniel’s pub was previously named "The Three B***ends" and featured a collage of Boris Johnson , Matt Hancock and Dominic Cummings with bells on their heads in October 2020, Metro reports. The Two Helmets sign going up at The James Atherton in November 2020 ( Image: Liverpool … [Read more...] about Pub ‘to be renamed The Lying B******’ in response to Boris Johnson parties scandal

Robert Peston discusses the future of Boris Johnson Get pensions news and advice plus latest money alerts for FREE now SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info You’ll most likely know Robert Peston from his flagship politician discussion programme on ITV that airs on Wednesday nights. The show launched as a continuation of Peston on Sunday in 2018 and is back tonight for episode two of its eighth run. Peston hosts the political magazine show, interviewing MPs, topical guests and cultural figures, so it’s a big job that deserves a big salary. But how much does the host and ITV Political Editor make? Related articles The ‘biggest deal’ made in Dragons’ Den history labelled 'insulting' PIP payments are set to … [Read more...] about Robert Peston salary: How much does the ITV Political Editor make?

The Responder: Martin Freeman stars in BBC trailer Don't miss the best Christmas TV specials and biggest new releases for 2022 SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Freeman is a taking on a new role in BBC One drama The Responder which will take a different look at crime compared to what viewers have seen before. The BBC series will look at the emotional extremes of life as experienced by a police officer and the responders who take the 999 calls. Related articles NCIS season 19: Parker position in doubt as sneak peek hints at exit? Y 1883 delayed: Yellowstone prequel WON'T air next week on Paramount With Freeman playing a copper in the new BBC series, he looked back on his own experience with the … [Read more...] about Martin Freeman admits to being stopped by police as he opens up on new BBC role

Charlie Nicholas has hailed ‘first class’ Arsenal summer signing Aaron Ramsdale and urged Mikel Arteta to keep striker Alexandre Lacazette at the club. Goalkeeper Ramsdale was expected to deputise for Bernd Leno this season following his £30m move from Sheffield United, but has displaced the German as Arsenal’s No. 1. Ramsdale has been one of Arsenal’s most consistent players this season, with the Gunners recovering from a woeful start to the campaign to climb to fifth in the table. ‘Aaron Ramsdale’s character has been absolutely spot on and it’s been a real treat,’ Arsenal legend Nicholas told MyBettingSites . ‘He arrived with a lot of doubters because of his price tag but he’s ambitious, hungry and wants to prove that he belongs here. He’s been first class for Arsenal. That’s a positive Arsenal can build on.’ Nicholas also discussed Lacazette’s future at the club, with the French forward edging towards a move away from the Emirates. Lacazette has scored … [Read more...] about Charlie Nicholas hails ‘class’ Arsenal summer signing Aaron Ramsdale and sends Alexandre Lacazette message to Mikel Arteta

Some of Europe’s biggest stars could be set to leave their current clubs for free in the summer. There is a growing trend of footballers running down their contracts and eventually departing for free, with agents touting their clients around to potential new clubs in a bid to get the biggest contract and signing on-fee. Any player out of contract in the summer is free to sign an agreement with a foreign club from January 1. With the January window just around the corner, Metro.co.uk takes a look at 10 of the best talents who could be available for free in the summer. Alexandre Lacazette Alexandre Lacazette has made 142 appearances for Arsenal during his five years at the club so far, but has struggled for game time during the past year. The French striker revealed last month that his representatives were already looking at potential new clubs for him ahead of the January window, with Atletico Madrid and AC Milan among the clubs reportedly interested in … [Read more...] about Alexandre Lacazette, Paul Pogba, Antonio Rudiger and the players who will be out of contract in the summer

Chelsea defender Andreas Christensen has three offers from Premier League rivals but will seek a move away from England if he leaves Stamford Bridge. Christensen is one of three Chelsea defenders who are out of contract at the end of the season alongside Antonio Rudiger and club captain Cesar Azpilicueta. Barcelona are eager to sign the Denmark international and with the club still facing financial restrictions, they are eager to land him on a free transfer at the end of the season. According to Sport , negotiations over a pre-contract agreement with the 25-year-old have reached an ‘advanced stage’, But Barcelona are eager to get the deal agreed as soon as possible, aware that other sides are talking to the player. The report adds Christensen has three offers from other Premier League sides with Bayern Munich also in the hunt. But the defender is said to be leaning towards a move abroad and is keen on the move to the Camp Nou. Chelsea also remain locked in … [Read more...] about Chelsea defender Andreas Christensen has three offers from Premier League rivals but favours Barcelona move