Roberto Firmino battles with Sergio Aguero during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Liverpool on September 9, 2017
Combined XI: Liverpool vs. Manchester City
In the buildup to Liverpool's Premier League showdown with Manchester City, Sports Mole selects a strongest combined XI from both squads.
Jan 12, 13:22
 Virgil van Dijk celebrates after quite literally leaping like a salmon to score the Reds' second during the FA Cup game between Liverpool and Everton on January 5, 2018
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk unfazed by record price tag
Virgil van Dijk says that he is "very happy" to be plying his trade for Liverpool and is honoured to have become the world's most expensive defender.
Jan 12, 11:13
 Ederson collides with Sadio Mane during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Liverpool on September 9, 2017
This weekend's biggest games in world football
Sports Mole rounds up the biggest, best and most important matches in world football from the upcoming weekend.
Jan 12, 07:00
 Mauricio Pellegrino watches on helplessly during the EFL Cup game between Southampton and Wolverhampton Wanderers on August 23, 2017
Mauricio Pellegrino: 'Southampton need a forward'
Southampton boss Mauricio Pellegrino confirms that his club are attempting to sign a new striker during the January transfer window.
Jan 11, 15:33
 Virgil van Dijk in action for the Reds during the FA Cup game between Liverpool and Everton on January 5, 2018
Antonio Conte admits Chelsea wanted now-Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte admits that he was interested in signing Virgil van Dijk before he joined Liverpool.
Jan 10, 15:13
 Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos in action during his side's La Liga clash with Eibar in October 2017
Real Madrid's Dani Ceballos interested in joining Liverpool to play under Klopp?
Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos is reportedly keen to work under Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool.
Jan 9, 11:27
 AS Monaco and France winger Thomas Lemar in action for his country during their international friendly with England on June 13, 2017
Monaco coach Leonardo Jardim hints at sale of Liverpool target Thomas Lemar
Monaco head coach Leonardo Jardim hints that players could be sold this month amid reports that Liverpool are interested in Thomas Lemar.
Jan 8, 19:52
 Riyad Mahrez and Ashley Young during the Premier League match between Leicester City and Manchester United on December 23, 2017
Jurgen Klopp 'urges Liverpool board to move for Riyad Mahrez'
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has urged his bosses to bring in Riyad Mahrez from Leicester City before the transfer window closes, according to a report.
Jan 8, 18:36
 AS Monaco and France winger Thomas Lemar in action for his country during their international friendly with England on June 13, 2017
Liverpool 'make Thomas Lemar top target to replace Philippe Coutinho'
Liverpool reportedly make Monaco winger Thomas Lemar their number one target to replace Barcelona-bound Philippe Coutinho during the January window.
Jan 6, 19:46
 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Football Association make enquiries into Merseyside derby allegation
The FA is investigating an allegation made to referee Bobby Madley after Roberto Firmino and Mason Holgate clashed in Friday's FA Cup game between Liverpool and Everton.
Jan 6, 14:32
 Roberto Firmino reacts to a foul during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Liverpool on December 17, 2017
Liverpool forward Roberto Firmino to be investigated over racist slur?
The Football Association will allegedly investigate claims that Liverpool forward Roberto Firmino racially abused Everton defender Mason Holgate in Friday's FA Cup tie.
Jan 6, 10:07
 Everton manager Sam Allardyce at the Premier League match against Chelsea on December 23, 2017
Everton boss Sam Allardyce: 'The referee wasn't consistent'
Everton boss Sam Allardyce claims that the referee was 'not consistent' during his side's 2-1 defeat to Liverpool in the FA Cup.
Jan 6, 09:41
 Dishevelled Reds boss Jurgen Klopp watches on during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Chelsea on November 25, 2017
Jurgen Klopp: 'Liverpool didn't deserve to win penalty against Everton'
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says that his side did not deserve to be awarded a penalty for an apparent foul on Adam Lallana in the FA Cup fixture with Everton.
Jan 6, 09:29
 Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp reacts during his side's Premier League clash with Newcastle United at St James' Park on October 1, 2017
Jurgen Klopp: 'Liverpool showed fighting qualities to beat Everton'
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says that his side had to show their fighting qualities in order to record a 2-1 victory over Everton in the FA Cup.
Jan 6, 09:21
 Virgil van Dijk celebrates after quite literally leaping like a salmon to score the Reds' second during the FA Cup game between Liverpool and Everton on January 5, 2018
Virgil van Dijk scores winner on Liverpool Merseyside derby debut
Virgil van Dijk scores the winning goal in front of the Kop on his Liverpool debut as they beat Merseyside rivals Everton 2-1 in the third round of the FA Cup.
Jan 5, 21:51
 Virgil van Dijk celebrates after quite literally leaping like a salmon to score the Reds' second during the FA Cup game between Liverpool and Everton on January 5, 2018
Live Commentary: Liverpool 2-1 Everton - as it happened
Relive Liverpool's dramatic 2-1 win over Everton in an FA Cup Merseyside derby as debutant Virgil van Dijk scores a late winner to send his side into the fourth round.
Jan 5, 19:00
 Virgil Van Dijk in action during the Europa League game between Southampton and Hapoel Be'er Sheva on December 8, 2016
Team News: Jurgen Klopp hands Liverpool debut to Virgil van Dijk
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp hands a debut to Virgil van Dijk in the club's FA Cup clash with Everton.
Jan 5, 18:51
 Theo Walcott in action for Arsenal in December 2017
Mauricio Pellegrino quiet on Theo Walcott return rumours
Southampton boss Mauricio Pellegrino reveals that he has his eyes on as many as "six targets", but refuses to confirm whether Arsenal ace Theo Walcott is among them.
Jan 4, 21:23
 Virgil Van Dijk in action during the Europa League game between Southampton and Hapoel Be'er Sheva on December 8, 2016
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp: 'No rush to involve Virgil van Dijk'
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp suggests that he is yet to decide whether Virgil van Dijk will make his debut against Everton in the FA Cup on Friday night.
Jan 4, 16:55
 Jurgen Klopp congratulates Philippe Coutinho after the Premier League game between Liverpool and Swansea City on December 26, 2017
Philippe Coutinho, Mohamed Salah ruled out of Everton cup tie
Injured duo Philippe Coutinho and Mohamed Salah will miss Liverpool's meeting with Everton, while Loris Karius will start between the sticks.
Jan 4, 14:29
 Mauricio Pellegrino observes the action during the Premier League game between Southampton and Watford on September 9, 2017
Mauricio Pellegrino has "full backing" of Southampton board
Chairman Ralph Krueger takes the blame for Southampton's poor Premier League campaign, insisting that boss Mauricio Pellegrino deserves to be given more time.
Jan 4, 13:16
 Virgil Van Dijk in action during the Europa League game between Southampton and Hapoel Be'er Sheva on December 8, 2016
Roberto Firmino: 'New Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk is high in quality'
Forward Roberto Firmino says that Liverpool have signed a "really, really high-quality player" after completing a deal for defender Virgil van Dijk.
Jan 4, 11:31
 Joe Gomez looks concerned during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Manchester United on October 14, 2017
Liverpool defender Joe Gomez eager to learn from Virgil van Dijk
Liverpool defender Joe Gomez admits that he is eager to learn from Virgil van Dijk, who has signed from Southampton in a £75m deal.
Jan 3, 18:33
 Alisson Becker of Roma during the Europa League match against Lyon on March 16, 2017
Liverpool to move for Roma goalkeeper Alisson?
Liverpool are reportedly considering a move for Roma goalkeeper Alisson this month.
Jan 3, 15:35
 Lewis Dunk scores an own goal during the Premier League game between Brighton & Hove Albion and Manchester City on August 12, 2017
Liverpool advised by Garth Crooks to spend £45m on Brighton's Lewis Dunk
Garth Crooks tells Liverpool to throw a £45m bid at Brighton & Hove Albion for defender Lewis Dunk.
Jan 3, 14:45
 Ragnar Klavan in action for Liverpool on September 17, 2017
Ragnar Klavan: 'Virgil van Dijk competition healthy for Liverpool'
Liverpool centre-back Ragnar Klavan says that the addition of Virgil van Dijk into the Reds' defence will provide "good" competition for places in Jurgen Klopp's team.
Jan 2, 16:08
 Virgil van Dijk is loving life after the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Southampton on September 16, 2017
Jurgen Klopp: 'No rush for Virgil van Dijk debut'
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says that he has not yet decided when record signing Virgil van Dijk will make his debut for the Reds.
Jan 1, 21:39
 Virgil van Dijk warms up prior to the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Southampton on September 16, 2017
Virgil van Dijk: 'Liverpool perfect match for me'
New Liverpool recruit Virgil van Dijk is ready to get going at his new club after completing a £75m move from Southampton, making him the world's most expensive defender.
Jan 1, 15:11
 Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp before the match against Arsenal on March 4, 2017
Report: Bayern Munich concede defeat in Jurgen Klopp pursuit
Bayern Munich reportedly concede defeat in their pursuit of Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp due to the signal of intent shown by the Virgil van Dijk signing.
Dec 31, 14:12
 Philippe Coutinho celebrates scoring the opener during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Swansea City on December 26, 2017
Barcelona 'to launch £130m Philippe Coutinho bid this week'
Barcelona are reportedly ready to make a £130m bid for Liverpool playmaker Philippe Coutinho during the opening week of the January transfer window.
Dec 31, 13:17
 Mauricio Pellegrino watches on helplessly during the EFL Cup game between Southampton and Wolverhampton Wanderers on August 23, 2017
Mauricio Pellegrino ready to reinvest Virgil van Dijk money
Mauricio Pellegrino says that he has a "couple of targets" in mind for January, when he will be backed heavily following the £75m departure of Virgil van Dijk.
Dec 31, 09:55
 Virgil van Dijk is loving life after the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Southampton on September 16, 2017
Dean Saunders: 'Virgil van Dijk has an attitude problem'
Former Liverpool striker Dean Saunders claims that new £75m signing Virgil van Dijk needs to improve his attitude if he is to succeed at the club.
Dec 30, 22:30
 Virgil van Dijk warms up prior to the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Southampton on September 16, 2017
Jurgen Klopp: 'Liverpool players will embrace Virgil van Dijk arrival'
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp insists that his players will embrace the increased competition which new signing Virgil van Dijk will bring to the club.
Dec 30, 22:10
 Mohamed Salah refuses to celebrate scoring against his old side during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Chelsea on November 25, 2017
Mohamed Salah brace fires Liverpool past Leicester City
Mohamed Salah scores another brace to ensure Liverpool will end 2017 in the Champions League places courtesy of a 2-1 win over Leicester City at Anfield.
Dec 30, 16:52
 Anthony Martial in action during the Champions League game between Manchester United and Basel on September 12, 2017
Team News: Anthony Martial on Manchester United bench for Southampton clash
Anthony Martial makes the Manchester United bench for Saturday's Premier League meeting with Southampton.
Dec 30, 16:32
 Jose Mourinho watches on during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Burnley on December 26, 2017
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho: "Money makes a difference"
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho reiterates that his side risk lagging behind their biggest rivals unless they spend more money in the transfer window.
Dec 30, 13:09
 Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge in action during his side's Premier League clash with Newcastle United at St James' Park on October 1, 2017
Stoke City join race for Liverpool forward Daniel Sturridge?
Stoke City reportedly join Southampton in the race to sign Liverpool forward Daniel Sturridge during the January transfer window.
Dec 30, 10:41
 Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane in action during his side's Premier League clash with Leicester City at the King Power Stadium on November 28, 2017
Mauricio Pochettino: 'Impossible to value Harry Kane'
Mauricio Pochettino is unwilling to place a price tag on striker Harry Kane, who he hopes to see finish his career at Tottenham Hotspur.
Dec 29, 19:10
 Virgil van Dijk is loving life after the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Southampton on September 16, 2017
Pep Guardiola hails "exceptional central defender" Virgil van Dijk
Pep Guardiola believes that, much in the same way as John Stones over the last 16 months or so, Virgil van Dijk will shake off talk of being overvalued.
Dec 29, 17:41
 Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho and Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp watches on during the Premier League clash at Old Trafford on January 15, 2017
Jose Mourinho reminds Jurgen Klopp of Paul Pogba comments
Jose Mourinho accuses Jurgen Klopp of hypocrisy following the announcement that defender Virgil van Dijk is to join Liverpool in a record-breaking deal next week.
Dec 29, 16:11
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