Premier League: Liverpool 3-0 Wigan

Luis Suarez took his season haul to 13 with a brace as Liverpool recorded an emphatic 3-0 victory over Wigan Athletic in the Barclays Premier League at Anfield. After an even first half which the Reds edged in chances created, Suarez hit the target just two minutes into the second period and added another within ten minutes before Jose Enrique completed the rout. Pre-match, the Reds were boosted by the return of goalkeeper Pepe Reina between...

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Liverpool complete transfer deadline day clear-out

Liverpool concluded a productive transfer window with a late surprise when they accepted Chelsea's £12million offer for the Portugal midfielder Raul Meireles. The Anfield club delivered on all of their targets for deadline day, shifting Joe Cole, Christian Poulsen, David Ngog and Philipp Degen and re-signing Craig Bellamy after the Wales international was granted a free transfer by Manchester City. While Meireles never fell into the unwanted category...

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Jose Enrique - Is he the answer to our left-back crisis ?

Liverpool FC have never replaced John Arne Riise who established himself as a solid left-back who would score the occasional scorcher. Riise has been the only left-back that has cemented his place in the hearts of every Liverpool fan in the recent past. What Riise possessed very few left-back in world football possessed. He had sheer pace, a deadly left foot, strong defensive attributes, was good in the air and could dribble. Alan Kennedy is another one that springs to the mind as we talk of legendary left-backs at Anfield. Since Kennedy retired...

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Liverpool confirmed Enrique deal

Liverpool FC confirmed today that they had agreed a fee with Newcastle United for the transfer of Jose Enrique. The club have now been given permission to discuss personal terms with the player, who will travel to Liverpool to undergo a medical. Enrique will become Dalglish's fifth signing of the summer and join Charlie Adam, Stewart Downing, Jordan Henderson and Doni at Anfield. He had just one year left on his contract at St James' Park and...

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Weekend Links: Joe Cole Mooting QPR Loan Switch, Video: Funny moments at Kenny Dalglish’s press conference and many more

Here are the latest stories from the papers and beyond... Liverpool's new midfielder Stewart Downing determined to make a success of his move to Anfield (Telegraph) Liverpool FC manager Kenny Dalglish backing Andy Carroll to make a big impression this season (Liverpool Echo) The worst LFC transfer rumour of the summer? (Anfield Red) Joe Cole Mooting QPR Loan Switch (Paisley Gates) Rumour Mill: Liverpool gearing up for a defender swoop Liverpool...

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Liverpool target prefers Arsenal move

Newcastle United manager Alan Pardew has admitted Jose Enrique is stalling over signing a new contract because he’s holding out for a switch to a Champions League-chasing club, such as Arsenal. The Magpies have offered the Spaniard a record-breaking new deal to stay at the club. But with the Gunners and Liverpool both in need of a new left-back, Alan Pardew fears the defender's head has already been turned. The Reds were thought to be leading...

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Liverpool in driving seat to sign the Spanish left-back

After losing out on Gael Clichy to Manchester City, with the latter opted for Champions league football. Liverpool FC renewed their interest in Jose Enrique from Newcastle United. Earlier on, Arsenal are reportedly in the market for Clichy replacement and has targeted the Spaniard. But the latest news from the internet suggested that Arsene Wenger has prefer to sign a French player instead, according to Footybunker.com. But when the Magpies slapped...

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Liverpool target left-back wants Champions League action

Liverpool has been keeping tab on the contract negotiation of the Spanish left-back at St. James’ Park. Newcastle United manager Alan Pardew has confirmed defender Jose Enrique is hoping to join a Champions League side this summer. Pardew recently admitted that Enrique, who has been a key player for Newcastle in recent times, was stalling over a new contract as he enters the final year of his current deal. Enrique, 25, has stated that he is happy at St. James' Park but Pardew appears pessimistic about his chances of retaining the player. "He...

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Liverpool almost certain to land Newcastle full-back but also keeping tabs on Arsenal’s man

Liverpool's chances of signing Newcastle United full-back have been boosted after Alan Pardew made it known he would be interested in signing Paul Konchesky as a replacement. Enrique is Liverpool's first choice to solve the club's problem left-back position in the summer and Newcastle's interest in Reds defender Konchesky raises the possibility of a player-plus-cash deal. The two clubs are yet to open negotiations but Newcastle are privately resigned...

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