Liverpool’s midfield issue is clear and signing new wingers isn’t going to solve it

While lots of football media write content around ‘what we learned’ from a match, this was a case of ‘what we already know’. What most Liverpool observers already knew: 1. There’s a huge issue with the midfield 2. Liverpool are far too open on the transition 3. The full backs, especially Jeremie Frimpong, are major … Read more

Manchester United agree deal for Carlos Baleba to continue midfield rebuild | Manchester United

Manchester United have agreed a deal worth an initial £65m for Carlos Baleba and the Brighton midfielder will have his medical this weekend in Manchester. If the 22-year-old is signed he will be the third midfielder added to Michael Carrick’s squad in the window. Baleba, a No 6, will join Youri Tielemans, a No 8, … Read more

Arsenal’s midfield depth signals ominous warning to title rivals – and Maresca’s City | Community Shield

If this was a glimpse of the Premier League’s new order then the rest had better watch out. By the time Martin Ødegaard sat Gianluigi Donnarumma down to make it 3-0 to the champions, the Arsenal party was in full swing. “Can we play you every week?” their supporters gleefully taunted their counterparts in sky … Read more

(Video); Watch FSG Reveals New Plans To Upgrade Midfield As Liverpool Midfield Maestro Is Linked With Swap Deal For Juventus Superstar

(Video); watch FSG reveals new plans to upgrade midfield as Liverpool midfield maestro is linked with swap deal for Juventus superstar Although a deal is doubtful, a Liverpool midfielder has been linked to a Juventus star swap. Naby Keita, a midfielder for Liverpool, is rumored to be involved in a swap with Juventus’ Adrien Rabiot … Read more

‘Enzo Fernandez might be a better fit to replace Rodri than Ayyoub Bouaddi – he’s already got experience of the Premier League, that’s a big factor’ Former Manchester City star gives FFT his verdict on the club’s midfield transfer conundrum

Manchester City begin their season in the Community Shield this weekend – with uncertainty about what their midfield is going to look like for the 2026-27 campaign. City have recruited Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest this summer but look highly likely to lose linchpin Rodri. The Spaniard is wanted by Barcelona, who have made bids … Read more

Versatile Bruno Guimarães gives Mikel Arteta options to shuffle midfield pack | Arsenal

If there was one of his many assets Newcastle supporters grew to love above all about Bruno Guimarães then it was best summed up by the man himself after being unveiled as Arsenal’s new £75m signing. “That’s a tough one,” said the Brazil midfielder when asked what fans in north London can expect from him. … Read more

Danny Welbeck and Ismaila Sarr sign, with midfield and full-back cover sorted: Manchester United’s dream transfer window

The Manchester United rebuild is well and truly underway. Michael Carrick has brought in the likes of Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos, but with less than a month before the start of the Premier League season, there is surely more to come from Manchester United, as they plan their return to the Champions League and … Read more

Man Utd: Could Mason Mount be the final piece in midfield puzzle?

When Mount, who has played most of his career as an attacking midfielder, joined United from Chelsea for £55m in 2023, his ability to play in central midfield was cited as one of the attractions. Although too much time in his first two seasons at Old Trafford was spent dealing with injuries, the 27-year-old was … Read more

“He Would Have Knitted Their Midfield Together” – Carlton Palmer Says Man Utd Should Have Signed Premier League Star Instead Of Jadon Sancho.

“He would have knitted their midfield together” – Carlton Palmer says Man Utd should have signed Premier League star instead of Jadon Sancho. The Premier League giants,Manchester united have spent £73 million to get Jadon Sancho from top German club Borussia Dortmund ahead of the 2021-22 season. The 21-year-old winger played for four seasons at … Read more

Latest Update On Liverpool’s Bid To Sign Former Premier League Midfield Star

Latest update on Liverpool’s bid to sign former Premier League midfield star Southampton will need to sell Liverpool target Romeo Lavia, according to report. The defensive midfielder is one of the most sellable assets after the side were relegated from the Premier League last season. Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool are all interested in the Belgian, … Read more