Blood Red: The Liverpool Fc Podcast

Welcome to the Morning Bulletin, rounding up the big headlines from overnight concerning Liverpool FC. Today, Matt Addison joins Paul Wheelock to discuss Downing Street’s response to concerns raised by the Liverpool ECHO’s political editor Liam Thorp about whether the Reds’ Champions League match with Atletico Madrid should ever have gone ahead; John Aldridge’s comments on the prospects of behind-closed-doors football; Jurgen Klopp’s planned ‘talks’ with Timo Werner, and an interesting comparison between Paul Pogba and a Liverpool great, made by a Manchester United great. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back with the latest offering from the Liverpool Echo, as we delve into all things transfers. How different could the market be after former Liverpool director of football Damien Comolli claimed only three clubs may be in a position to spend this summer? And does that mean free agents could become more valuable than ever? Join Guy Clarke, Ian Doyle, Caoimhe O'Neill and Sean Bradbury as they get stuck into which players could appeal to the Reds, why those already in Jurgen Klopp's squad could become even more valuable, as well as looking through the good, bad and ugly of the club's previous free transfer dealings. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Liverpool striker, turned Sky Sports pundit Neil Mellor joins us to talk about life in lockdown, more than five weeks on from Liverpool's last outing. As well as giving his thoughts on the Premier League being suspended, Mellor talks with host Guy Clarke about the way in which football has rallied behind those on the frontline, from the #PlayersTogether campaign launched by Jordan Henderson to a campaign he is backing, 'Boot The Virus', as professional, and ex-professionals, donate memorabilia to raise funds for the NHS. You can find more at bootthevirus.com as well as on both Twitter and Instagram @bootthevirus Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Liverpool striker Divock Origi celebrates his 25th birthday, Split Opinion is here to discuss whether or not the Belgian has a future at Anfield. Having come up with huge moments in his Liverpool career against Tottenham Hotspur, Barcelona, Everton and more, Origi has certainly become a cult hero. But with the Reds persistently linked with RB Leipzig’s Timo Werner, could the Reds be set to cash in on the striker and Origi and Liverpool go their separate ways? Guy Clarke is your host as both Matt Addison and Theo Squires give either side of the argument. Enjoy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the latest from the Premier League, how the EFL's stance could shape what happens, plus how Jose Mourinho could've become Liverpool manager, we have a bumper Blood Red podcast for you. Plus, we dedicate the second half of the pod to naming Liverpool's Best World XI from the Premier League era, with a couple of criteria thrown in for good measure. With only one nationality and just three members of Jurgen Klopp's current side allowed, Guy Clarke is in the chair as Paul Gorst, Theo Squires and Matt Addison all have a go at picking their XIs. Enjoy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt Addison speaks to German football commentator and Bundesliga expert Kevin Hatchard to get the lowdown on the players being linked with moves to Anfield from Jurgen Klopp's homeland. Timo Werner, Jadon Sancho, Mario Gotze and Kai Havertz all get a mention as Hatchard explains the likelihood of each deal taking place this summer. There is also the latest on ex-Liverpool midfielder Philippe Coutinho, who has spent this season on loan at Bayern Munich, and a discussion of how Bundesliga clubs like Bayern Munich, who have returned to training in Germany despite coronavirus concerns, could provide an example to the Premier League, paving the way for the Reds to collect their long-awaited league title. While RB Leipzig boss Julian Nagelsmann is also proposed as a potential future Liverpool manager. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Morning Bulletin, a new podcast on the Blood Red channel, every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, rounding up the big headlines from overnight concerning Liverpool FC. Today, Sean Bradbury joins Paul Wheelock to discuss leaked images of what is supposedly Liverpool’s new kit with Nike; some interesting comments from Kai Havertz; why the Reds will be in a strong position once the transfer market opens, plus an admission from Noel Gallagher. And there’s also chance to wish a very happy 60th birthday to Rafael Benitez. Have a good one, Rafa! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To wrap up our Liverpool transfer data succession planning picks, our attention switches to the defensive third. In place of Alisson Becker, Andy Robertson, Virgil van Dijk, Joe Gomez and Trent Alexander-Arnold making up the Reds recognisable defensive unit, we look into what alternatives may be out there. Bayern Munich’s Alphonso Davies, RB Leipzig’s Dayot Upamecano and Real Madrid’s on loan Borussia Dortmund Achraf Hakimi full-back also features. All that and many more names suggested as Josh Williams and David Hughes delve through the data. Enjoy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Morning Bulletin, a new podcast on the Blood Red channel, every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, rounding up the big headlines from overnight concerning Liverpool FC. Today, Matt Addison joins Paul Wheelock to discuss a report from our chief LFC writer Ian Doyle about just how much it will cost the Reds if this season’s Premier League returns behind closed doors. That then leads to news regarding another top-flight club reversing their furloughing decision, and the impact coronavirus could have on the transfer market, with one Liverpool legend casting doubt over a possible deal for Timo Werner. But before all of that, there are details of how the city will pay tribute to the 96, on what is the 31st anniversary of the Hillsborough disaster. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just months into Jurgen Klopp's tenure he'd taken the Reds to a League Cup final, beaten reigning champions Chelsea in the Premier League and seen off Manchester United in the Europa League, but even more drama was to follow. Four years on from Liverpool's stunning 4-3 home win over Borussia Dortmund Guy Clarke, Dan Kay and Matt Addison look back on the game, it's context and the significant role it played in shaping Klopp's reign at Anfield. From the poignancy of the 27th anniversary of the Hillsborough Disaster commemorated prior to kick-off, to the drama on the field as the legacy the game left, all bases are covered. With Divock Origi, Philippe Coutinho, Mamadou Sakho and Dejan Lovren all on the scoresheet, join us as we look back on the tale of the tie as the Reds would eventually make it to the Europa League final. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Morning Bulletin, a new podcast on the Blood Red channel, every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, rounding up the big headlines from overnight concerning Liverpool FC. Today, Matt Addison joins Paul Wheelock to discuss a report that suggests the Reds players, along with their Premier League counterparts, will be back in training by the end of May; the future of Curtis Jones; why an Anfield great wants Philippe Coutinho back; Jurgen Klopp’s latest update to supporters, and some magical matches on this day from years gone by. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the FA get ready to offer up Wembley Stadium and St George's Park in an attempt to help the Premier League season conclude, we're back with the latest Blood Red podcast. Guy Clarke is joined by Ian Doyle, Joe Rimmer and Matt Addison as they look through the latest talking points. From Sir Kenny Dalglish's message to stay home, to how the Premier League season could be wrapped up at of all places, Wembley. The guys give their thoughts on the latest option that seems to be being put forward and whether or not fans are now accepting of the fact the season will be finished behind closed doors. We also get into a hat-trick of memorable Liverpool matches on this day, from the win over Nottingham Forest in 1988, to he Reds' 0-0 draw at Juventus in 2005, as well as the 3-2 win over Man City at Anfield back in 2014. And before we go, as Marko Grujic celebrates his 24th birthday, the panel have their say on his Liverpool future. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more

Having beaten Juventus 2-1 at Anfield in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final tie, next up for Liverpool in their 2005 Champions League campaign was a trip to the Stade Delle Alpi. With no Steven Gerrard for the game, Rafa Benitez was able to welcome back Xabi Alonso, while Djibril Cisse was also on the bench in Turin too. Join Guy Clarke and Ian Doyle as they look back on the goalless draw as the Reds booked their place in the last four, where they'd come up against Jose Mourinho's Chelsea. With Sami Hyypia and Jamie Carragher leading the charge it was a night in which the Reds would show all the hallmarks of the spirit, grit and determination which would help them all the way to the final in Istanbul. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After announcing his intentions to leave Borussia Dortmund when his contract expires in the summer, the latest episode of The Agenda centres around Dortmund's World Cup winning attacker Mario Gotze. Join Guy Clarke and Theo Squires as they talk about the possibility of Liverpool making a move for the free agent, once the summer transfer window opens. Having been given his opportunity in the first team by Jurgen Klopp at Dortmund, Gotze has been linked with a move to Anfield ever since the German arrived, having reportedly come close to sealing a transfer back in 2016. But now as a free agent, and about to turn 28 in June, could the time be right for the Reds to make a move? Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Wednesday, April 13, 1988, Kenny Dalglish's Liverpool team produced one of the greatest performances in the club's rich history as they swept aside Nottingham Forest 5-0 at Anfield. Led by the majestic Peter Beardsley and John Barnes, the football the Reds played that night was out of this world. Every goal they scored was perfection itself. For anyone who was following Liverpool at that time, it's a match that will never be forgotten. And for anyone who wasn't, hopefully this podcast, hosted by Paul Wheelock and featuring Dan Kay, will help. It also tells the story of the magnificent 1987-88 campaign, draws comparisons between King Kenny's champions and Jurgen Klopp's current crop, and ends with a bit of fun. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's special View from the Kop fans' podcast as host Paul Wheelock and regular guest Paul Philbin are joined by singer/songwriter Jamie Webster, who is here to tell us about his version of You'll Never Walk Alone, which has been released to raise money for the NHS, and which is already riding high in the iTunes charts. Also on the agenda is another heartwarming gesture, led by Jordan Henderson, with Jamie giving an insight into what the Liverpool captain, as well as manager Jurgen Klopp, are like behind the scenes. Behind-closed-doors football and what Philbo and Jamie are missing most about the Reds is then discussed, before the podcast ends on an upbeat note, with the thought of eventually returning to Anfield, and seeing the Premier League trophy being held aloft by Henderson. Enjoy.Download Jamie Webster's You'll Never Walk Alone single by clicking HERE.All proceeds from the single will be donated to the NHS Charities Together COVID-19 Appeal. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/

The Merseyside view on furloughing staff, players’ wage cuts, the prospect of behind-closed-doors football, and changes to the transfer market are all discussed in this special Blood Red podcast. Liverpool’s first match to be cancelled after the Premier League shut down more than a month ago was supposed to be the short trip to Goodison Park to take on Everton. So, to replace the derby that never was, Blood Red regulars Paul Gorst and Joe Rimmer join Phil Kirkbride and Adam Jones of the Liverpool ECHO’s Royal Blue: Everton FC podcast for a Merseyside take on the big issues surrounding our clubs and football worldwide.  For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With today marking Robbie Fowler's 45th birthday, we thought it only right to look back on 'God' and his two spells at Anfield. Guy Clarke is joined by the ECHO's Liverpool correspondent and chief LFC writer Ian Doyle to reflect on the Reds all-time top Premier League goalscorer. Having scored 183 goals in 369 games we look into his Reds career from bursting onto the scene as a teenage goalscoring sensation, into playing a vital role in both the League Cup Final and UEFA Cup Final in 2001 there's plenty to get into. How his move to Leeds back in November 2001 went down, as well as of course the reception for his return in 2006 as Rafa Benitez brought him back to the club. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Morning Bulletin, a new podcast on the Blood Red channel, every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, rounding up the big headlines from overnight concerning Liverpool FC. Today, Matt Addison joins Paul Wheelock to discuss a magnificent gesture from Premier League players, led by Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson; a revealing interview from Sadio Mane, and a report that suggests Chelsea are in talks with Philippe Coutinho – and that the Brazilian is also wanted from the rivals across the park. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Analysing Anfield is back with another transfer special, as we look at who could replace Jordan Henderson, Gini Wijnaldum and Fabinho. Host Josh Williams and David Hughes pick through the data to analyse what each of Liverpool’s midfield three bring to Jurgen Klopp’s side, before considering alternatives. Barcelona’s Frenkie de Jong, Chelsea’s Mateo Kovacic as well as Atletico Madrid’s Thomas Partey and Leicester City’s Wilfred Ndidi all feature. Alternatives for Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Naby Keita are also on the wishlist as our tactics experts have their say. Enjoy. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices