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Yahoo
15 hours ago
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Revealed: The Truth Behind Liverpool's £250m Summer Spending Spree
The Myth of Liverpool's Reckless Spending As the summer window rolls on and Liverpool's outlay climbs past the £250m mark — with Hugo Ekitike now the next expected arrival after Florian Wirtz, Jeremie Frimpong, and Milos Kerkez — the usual noise from rival fanbases is beginning to bubble. 'How can they afford this?' they ask, peering over their stagnant rebuilds or club-based catastrophes. The short answer is that they don't understand how Liverpool works. The long answer? Michael Edwards is something that I have been waiting for since his return. Liverpool's recruitment under Edwards has never been about throwing cash at the wall or making emotion-based decisions. It's about timing, resale value, and extracting every ounce of financial efficiency from a squad before reinvesting it, almost like-for-like, in players with higher ceilings. Spending £70m on Ekitike or £115m on Wirtz doesn't happen in a vacuum — it's part of a carefully engineered cycle. A cycle that's now entering its third iteration and could lead to a dynasty of success. The post-Klopp rebuild isn't being fuelled by deep pockets, it's being fuelled by deep and brilliant planning. The truth is Liverpool spend big because they sell smart — and few in world football are better at this than Edwards and, now, Richard Hughes. Selling to Buy: The Edwards Blueprint Go back a few years and you'll find the same routine. Philippe Coutinho leaves for £142m and in come Alisson Becker and Virgil van Dijk. Rhian Brewster fetches £23.5m from Sheffield United without ever starting a league game. Dominic Solanke goes for £19m, with little to justify that fee back then. Neco Williams for £17m when he was at best a sporadic understudy. There's a pattern — players surplus to elite needs are sold at a premium, and the funds are funnelled back into ready-made upgrades or long-term projects. And, repeat. Fast forward to summer 2025 and it's the same old trick — only on a more accelerated timeline and urgency. Luis Díaz and Darwin Núñez are expected to fetch a combined £140m from Saudi clubs or European suitors. Harvey Elliott looks set to join West Ham for close to £50m. Caoimhín Kelleher has left for just under £20m. Even fringe players like Nat Phillips, and Owen Beck — reportedly bound for Rangers at £10m — are used to generate value in the market. Jarell Quansah has been sold for over £30m, whereas Tyler Morton, Federico Chiesa (if deemed expendable), and even Kostas Tsimikas could all contribute to a summer sales haul that breaks the £250m barrier without blinking. This isn't accidental or by chance. This is Liverpool running like a business, not a billionaire's toy. Edwards, Hughes, and the Art of the Sustainable Superclub So yes, Liverpool might still sign Alexander Isak. Yes, Rodrygo might still arrive. Yes, Marc Guéhi might follow if Ibrahima Konaté is offloaded to Real Madrid. But none of this is reckless or reactionary — it's a reflection of a club that refuses to rot while rivals chase the same dream with half the structure and none of the clarity. FSG has tasked a brilliant executive with full power of this illustrious club with the promise that with continual regeneration, success and asset worth will come. Michael Edwards was brought back to bring order, and in Richard Hughes, he's found a partner who understands the landscape of modern football better than most. Together, they're pushing Liverpool towards that rarest of sporting models: a sustainable superclub that understands how to sustain long-term success. The Merseyside giant can sign world-class talent, challenge for major trophies, and still post respectable balance sheets. The money is coming from within. From the smart sales of yesterday and the ruthless decisions of today. And if some fanbases can't get their heads around that, it's probably because their clubs don't have anyone as capable pulling the strings and refuse to accept the brilliance which is unfolding. Let the rest of the nation moan about money. Liverpool will just keep building and altering that famous wall of achievements.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Sport
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Chelsea set £5m asking price for defender as clubs enquire
Chelsea have set an asking price of around £5m for Alfie Gilchrist as multiple Championship clubs chase a deal. Gilchrist spent last season on loan at Sheffield United and is now set for a permanent exit in search of regular first-team football. The 21-year-old made 32 appearances in all competitions for the Blades, who agonisingly missed out on promotion after losing the play-off final to Sunderland. Several sides have enquired about the defender this summer, with journalist Ben Jacobs reporting that Derby, Watford, Middlesbrough and Blackburn Rovers are all interested. Chelsea have no plans to sanction another loan move as things stand and want a fee of around £5m for Gilchrist. Saudi Pro League sides have also shown interest in Gilchrist, who made 17 senior appearances for Chelsea during a breakthrough 2023/24 campaign. He was named the club's Academy Player of the Year for 2024 but now looks set to move on amid the competition for places at Stamford Bridge. Read – See more – Follow The Football Faithful on Social Media: | | | |
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Former Arsenal star Rob Holding, 29, lined up for shock MLS transfer following failed Sheffield United loan
ROB HOLDING is on the radar of MLS clubs as his Crystal Palace future is in doubt. The ex-Arsenal defender, 29, had a loan at Sheffield United for the second half of last season. 3 Rob Holding was frozen out after falling out with manager Oliver Glasner Credit: Getty 3 He played only one game for Crystal Palace after the situation with Oliver Glasner Credit: Rex 3 He spent most of his time training with the junior team before moving to Sheffield United in January Credit: Getty Championship sides are keen but there is interest in the US for a second year running. The defender was signed from He was then sent to train with the junior team, where he remained frozen out until deadline day of the January transfer window, when he joined Holding, READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS But as things stand, a complete separation from the club could be in everyone's best interest. He went on to make 10 appearances and provided one assist as Sheffield United finished third in the Championship but missed out on promotion and manager Chris Wilder leaving. Former Blades boss Wilder admitted he wanted to keep Holding before leaving his post after failing to secure Premier League promotion. He said: "Rob is just a straight loan until the end of the season, but he's certainly someone we'd be interested in if the loan goes well. Most read in Football 'You don't get signed by a club like Arsenal if you haven't got something about you – if you're not a little bit special. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK 'As sometimes happens, things didn't work out at Palace, and we've taken advantage of that. 'Everyone's been impressed with Rob in his early days here at Sheffield United." Crystal Palace could be KICKED OUT of Europa League before a ball is even kicked The departure of Wilder has meant Holding could do with moving abroad instead of heading back to Bramall Lane. In other transfer news, pre-season despite strong links to Arsenal. The England midfielder has two years left on his current deal, but after lifting the FA Cup and establishing himself as a Palace legend, a move to North London does interest him. Palace, however, are yet to receive an official approach. Sources have told SunSport the Eagles will hold out for a fee of around £65million to do business with the Gunners.
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Former Arsenal star Rob Holding, 29, lined up for shock MLS transfer following failed Sheffield United loan
Holding could leave Crystal Palace this summer after latest interest HOLD ME TIGHT Former Arsenal star Rob Holding, 29, lined up for shock MLS transfer following failed Sheffield United loan ROB HOLDING is on the radar of MLS clubs as his Crystal Palace future is in doubt. The ex-Arsenal defender, 29, had a loan at Sheffield United for the second half of last season. Advertisement 3 Rob Holding was frozen out after falling out with manager Oliver Glasner Credit: Getty 3 He played only one game for Crystal Palace after the situation with Oliver Glasner Credit: Rex 3 He spent most of his time training with the junior team before moving to Sheffield United in January Credit: Getty Championship sides are keen but there is interest in the US for a second year running. The defender was signed from Arsenal for £4million in 2023, but he played only one game for the Eagles after falling out with manager Oliver Glasner. He was then sent to train with the junior team, where he remained frozen out until deadline day of the January transfer window, when he joined Sheffield United. Holding, who made 162 appearances for Arsenal, was brought in to add experience and solidity to Crystal Palace's backline after signing a contract through to 2026. Advertisement READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS END OF THE WORLD Man Utd, Man City and Liverpool STRIPPED of status as world champions But as things stand, a complete separation from the club could be in everyone's best interest. He went on to make 10 appearances and provided one assist as Sheffield United finished third in the Championship but missed out on promotion and manager Chris Wilder leaving. Former Blades boss Wilder admitted he wanted to keep Holding before leaving his post after failing to secure Premier League promotion. He said: "Rob is just a straight loan until the end of the season, but he's certainly someone we'd be interested in if the loan goes well. Advertisement 'You don't get signed by a club like Arsenal if you haven't got something about you – if you're not a little bit special. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK 'As sometimes happens, things didn't work out at Palace, and we've taken advantage of that. 'Everyone's been impressed with Rob in his early days here at Sheffield United." Advertisement Crystal Palace could be KICKED OUT of Europa League before a ball is even kicked The departure of Wilder has meant Holding could do with moving abroad instead of heading back to Bramall Lane. In other transfer news, Crystal Palace welcomed Eberechi Eze back for pre-season despite strong links to Arsenal. The England midfielder has two years left on his current deal, but after lifting the FA Cup and establishing himself as a Palace legend, a move to North London does interest him. Palace, however, are yet to receive an official approach. Sources have told SunSport the Eagles will hold out for a fee of around £65million to do business with the Gunners.
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Premier League legend Eidur Gudjohnsen's son Daniel, 19, lined up for shock transfer to Championship promotion chasers
SHEFFIELD UNITED are tracking Icelandic striker Daniel Gudjohnsen, in case they come into money. 1 Sheffield United are keeping tabs on Icelandic striker Daniel Gudjohnsen Credit: Shutterstock Editorial The BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERS Eidur won back-to-back Premier League titles with Chelsea as well as La Liga and the Champions League with Barcelona. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL The three sons of Eidur are following in his footsteps. Daniel's older brother The eldest, Sveinn, 27, plays as a forward for Norwegian club Sarpsborg as well as his country. Daniel has been capped by Iceland's youth sides, but has not yet received a senior call-up. Most read in Championship His youth career spanned Gava, Barcelona, He made his first-team debut for Malmo in 2023 and On 1 December last year he scored a hat-trick in a 5–2 win over Torslanda IK in the second round of the Swedish Cup. In June 2002, Eidur was signed by the Blues for £4.5 million and was the second striker signed that pre-season after Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink.
