Game-Changing Transfers: Jamie Carragher Urges Liverpool to Seize Final Week of Summer Window Like Never Before
Liverpool's summer transfers criticized despite signings of Szoboszlai, Mac Allister, and Endo Jamie Carragher urges club to be proactive in final week, calling for defensive and midfield reinforcements Alisson dismisses transfer rumors, while Salah's loyalty remains strong Follow Sky Sports for latest updates
Jamie Carragher thinks that Liverpool can once again become Manchester City's main challengers this season, but only if they make a strong push in the last week of the summer transfer window. Liverpool has already made signings like Dominik Szoboszlai, Alexis Mac Allister, and Wataru Endo this summer. However, their failure to secure some important targets has resulted in a lack of options in various positions, leading to criticism for Jurgen Klopp's team.
Japan international Endo arrived earlier this month following Liverpool's failed pursuit of Moises Caicedo and Romeo Lavia, who both opted for Chelsea. Moreover, the departures of Jordan Henderson, Fabinho, Naby Keita, James Milner, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, and Arthur Melo have left a significant void in Klopp's squad. Carragher, speaking after Liverpool's impressive late comeback against Newcastle on Super Sunday, believes that his former team still has a chance at the Premier League title this season. However, he emphasizes the need for at least two signings before the transfer window closes at 11pm on Friday.
Carragher asserted that Liverpool has been the primary rival of Manchester City for the past four or five years. He expressed that although Arsenal emerged as a strong competitor last season, Liverpool has the potential to reclaim that position this season.
Carragher emphasized that the current Liverpool squad is not capable enough to challenge Manchester City. Thus, he urged them to actively pursue signings in the transfer market this week, specifically targeting a defender and midfielder. He firmly believes that these reinforcements are necessary for Liverpool to regain their status as Manchester City's biggest rivals.
Liverpool's summer was criticized by Carragher as being "an absolute mess, a joke, and embarrassing" during a recent episode of Monday Night Football. He strongly believes that the root cause of Liverpool's issues lies in the absence of a consistent sporting director. Despite this, the pundit is hopeful that Klopp can still assemble a competitive team capable of contending for trophies this season.
He commented, "Liverpool's start to the season has been impressive. With players like Alisson, who is a top-tier goalkeeper and possibly the best in the world, Virgil van Dijk, and Mo Salah, who are not nearing the end of their careers but reaching a critical stage, Liverpool must make significant progress in the next year or two if they want to achieve something remarkable.
"Therefore, it is crucial that they make a strong push in the final week of the transfer window to assemble a squad capable of challenging Manchester City."
'Don't put words in our mouth' - Alisson on transfer business
In his response to reports suggesting discontent among some players regarding the club's transfer business, Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson urged the media not to misrepresent their words."I have genuine faith that we can achieve something extraordinary this season," expressed the Brazil international.
The transfer window has been a topic of discussion lately. However, please refrain from making assumptions about our opinions. We are united, have faith in ourselves, and demonstrated that at Newcastle.
Securing three points in such a challenging environment like St James' Park is no easy feat. It is essential that we capitalize on this game to progress further.
Carragher: Salah won't want to leave
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has attracted significant attention in recent weeks, as there have been reports suggesting that Saudi Pro League club Al Ittihad is prepared to offer an astounding sum exceeding £100m in order to secure his services.In response to this speculation, Reds boss Klopp emphatically stated that Salah is wholeheartedly committed to the club, leaving no room for doubt. Furthermore, former Liverpool player Carragher shares a similar belief, expressing confidence that the 31-year-old Egyptian will continue to make his mark on Merseyside.
Carragher expressed his doubts about Mo Salah's departure, citing the late stage in the transfer window as a reason and his belief that Salah may not be inclined to leave. Comparing Salah to Cristiano Ronaldo, Carragher envisioned Salah continuing to play until his late 30s, anticipating another three or four years at the pinnacle of his career.
"He still has two years remaining on his Liverpool contract, and it remains uncertain whether he will extend it. However, I believe his ambition is to maximize his goal-scoring efforts, achieve great victories, establish new records, and then potentially move on to an MLS team, a Saudi Arabia team, or maybe even another destination in his late thirties. Salah's exceptional self-care habits and professionalism suggest that he has several more productive years ahead of him.
"When we consider FSG's well-performing model and the reasons behind Liverpool's immense success, it becomes evident that even when Philippe Coutinho was sold for a high price, they opted not to directly replace him. Instead, they made the strategic acquisitions of Virgil van Dijk and Alisson Becker, leading Liverpool to triumph in various competitions."
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