⚽ Football Transfers Speculation, Odds and Predictions

[shinratensei_]

A new year's gift for Liverpudians.

After performing stunningly with the Dutch National Team at the 2022 Qatar World Cup, many clubs want to get Cody Gakpo's signature. Finally Gakpo's enigma was answered. Cody Gakpo is officially in Liverpool uniform for a fee estimated at €42.00m and signed a contract until 2028.

The presence of Gakpo in the Liverpool squad makes Jurgen Klopp now have many options in formulating strategies and Gakpo is expected to be a suitable partner for Mohamed Salah and Darwin Nunez.

So finally Liverpool took the right steps to improve their performance after dropping out of the title race I mean in the middle of the season, indeed a new player is the solution
$42 million is not a high price for a young player like Cody Gakpo he still has potential to improve with Liverpool. Now Liverpool has 3 strikers with a total value of $ 200 million

It's very good to see that liverpool was taking gakpo. As far as i know that if liverpool was also targeting another player too. I thought that if liverpool gonna try to buy more players in january. Liverpool has three strikers overall but gakpo can also plays in the different position. that's why gakpo has been targeting by so many teams. MU has been moving to the new striker as liverpool has been hijacking him. I do know how MU feel about that. Mu has been giving so many effort to get him.

[naira]

At the moment the team is not in bad shape, they managed to score in their last match and that was something important. Of course, the increase in the number of players is an important need for the team, if the players who are playing now are injured or anything else, the team may have difficulty scoring goals. But they can somehow manage until the end of the season.
I don't think they have a goal to become a champion anyway. They can finish 3rd or 4th this year

The problem is that at this time it is very difficult to get players who really fit the criteria expected by Erik Ten Hag. After all, the position of the Manchester United striker must have a high mentality and be able to put aside their ego. Of course it is not easy to occupy the position of striker at the Manchester United club. It was quite difficult after Gakpo was overtaken by Liverpool, now Manchester United target is floating because they did not make an alternative at the start of the election.

[lizarder]

To conclude, it could easily be said we need 3 starting XI quality midfielders. We have the best GK in the league, top class fullbacks & good centre backs. Our attack is world class, it’s only midfield that lets us down.

I see links to Calceido from Brighton. Signing him in January & Bellingham in the summer would be a big help & set us up for the next few seasons.

Liverpool have a weakness in the central position so there isn't much ball flow that can be given from the midfield to the attackers. The only reason that I see, Darwin Nunez has not progressed so far is the inaccuracy of the ball flow given by the midfielders, moreover, Darwin Nunez's typical game is not a player who is able to process the ball before scoring a goal. If Liverpool manage to get Bellingham's signature, their midfield will develop further, so that Darwin Nunez can play more aggressively.

Meanwhile there is other good news for Liverpool, the Reds have just completed the transfer of winger PSV Eindhoven for a transfer fee of € 42 million over five seasons. Even though Cody Gakpo's playing position is on the left wing, he also has the advantage of playing in the center forward and central midfield positions, meaning that if Bellingham fails to reach an agreement, Jurgen Klopp can use Cody Gakpo as a midfield option.

[Dewi Aries]

It's very good to see that liverpool was taking gakpo. As far as i know that if liverpool was also targeting another player too. I thought that if liverpool gonna try to buy more players in january. Liverpool has three strikers overall but gakpo can also plays in the different position. that's why gakpo has been targeting by so many teams. MU has been moving to the new striker as liverpool has been hijacking him. I do know how MU feel about that. Mu has been giving so many effort to get him.

For the Striker position I think Manchester United don't have many options after failing to bring in Gakpo, it is almost certain that they will not look for other players except in the defender position. I read this news in the local media and they will focus more on signing players next season.

[KTChampions]

A new year's gift for Liverpudians.



After performing stunningly with the Dutch National Team at the 2022 Qatar World Cup, many clubs want to get Cody Gakpo's signature. Finally Gakpo's enigma was answered. Cody Gakpo is officially in Liverpool uniform for a fee estimated at €42.00m and signed a contract until 2028.

The presence of Gakpo in the Liverpool squad makes Jurgen Klopp now have many options in formulating strategies and Gakpo is expected to be a suitable partner for Mohamed Salah and Darwin Nunez.

Damn, I'm starting to worry about Real Madrid in the Champions League. Good reinforcement for Liverpool. There is no guarantee that he will quickly settle into a new club, but due to the fact that PSV did not participate in the Champions League this year, Gakpo will be able to strengthen Liverpool in the Champions League also.

[Oluwa-btc]

They also need to hasten up with the signature of Declan Rice from West Ham he is the replacement for Ngolo Kante since they're not offering him a contract extension. As per the potentials of Fofana I haven't really checked if I have i must have forgotten, bit the premier league ain't no easy league, I hope he gets the message.

What about Zakaria, he's a defensive midfielders and not over priced as Declan Rice beside, majority of English players are overated. We already have them plenty at the club and that's enough (we don't need more). It sad to me that injury has spoiled Kante career as he's now a shadow of himself. He isn't the Kante that we knew few years back and thankfully he has won almost all there's possible to win. If I were him I'll just retire instead of going to stress myself more and probably cause a long term life injury to my body.

Chelsea is doing the right thing not extending his contract as he's more of a liability to the team then assets. I think Graham Potter should give Zakaria a chance instead of going to get more midfielder when we have more than enough at the club that aren't even getting enough playing time. Zakaria was decent in his last outing and if given more chance, I'm sure he'll impress both the coach and fans.

Ohh Sweet Jesus! I literally forgot bout him so fast hmm ? He's a good lad love his defending and attacking minded spirit, but we've seen Declan Rice more than once we've seen what he can do that's if he's eventually recruited to play for Chelsea finally.
I won't say Declan Rice is overrated, no, not even in the slightest way, but I'll say he is overpriced. Player's like Jack Grealish, Harry Maguire and some others are overrated and overpriced. Foden, Bellingham, Saka, Rashford these are british lads not overpriced and overrated.

Hes still the best candidate for Chelsea's defensive midfieid, Zakaria may try but don't see him serving for much longer period for blues.

[arimamib]

A new year's gift for Liverpudians.

After performing stunningly with the Dutch National Team at the 2022 Qatar World Cup, many clubs want to get Cody Gakpo's signature. Finally Gakpo's enigma was answered. Cody Gakpo is officially in Liverpool uniform for a fee estimated at €42.00m and signed a contract until 2028.

The presence of Gakpo in the Liverpool squad makes Jurgen Klopp now have many options in formulating strategies and Gakpo is expected to be a suitable partner for Mohamed Salah and Darwin Nunez.

So finally Liverpool took the right steps to improve their performance after dropping out of the title race I mean in the middle of the season, indeed a new player is the solution
$42 million is not a high price for a young player like Cody Gakpo he still has potential to improve with Liverpool. Now Liverpool has 3 strikers with a total value of $ 200 million

$42 is a fair price for a 23 year old player, not to mention how good he looks on the pitch. Liverpool have taken the right steps to improve the quality of the team, the arrival of Gakpo has given Klopp many options in choosing players on the front lines. Liverpool needs to be at the desired point, after leaving the group of teams fighting for the trophy, now Liverpool must focus on finishing in the Champions League zone.

[Avirunes]

$42 is a fair price for a 23 year old player, not to mention how good he looks on the pitch. Liverpool have taken the right steps to improve the quality of the team, the arrival of Gakpo has given Klopp many options in choosing players on the front lines. Liverpool needs to be at the desired point, after leaving the group of teams fighting for the trophy, now Liverpool must focus on finishing in the Champions League zone.

In my opinion 60m Euro should have been fair price but Liverpool made a good bargain here with 42 million. I think it has potential to reach with 50 million something, haven't read that for clear. That certainly gives them a option to use him in attack and gives Klopp a great option. As for Gakpo he has lot of years left and at Liverpool he can find the best squad and best club to hone himself. He is gonna do very well at Liverpool.

[CryptocurencyKing]

It's very good to see that liverpool was taking gakpo. As far as i know that if liverpool was also targeting another player too. I thought that if liverpool gonna try to buy more players in january. Liverpool has three strikers overall but gakpo can also plays in the different position. that's why gakpo has been targeting by so many teams. MU has been moving to the new striker as liverpool has been hijacking him. I do know how MU feel about that. Mu has been giving so many effort to get him.

For the Striker position I think Manchester United don't have many options after failing to bring in Gakpo, it is almost certain that they will not look for other players except in the defender position. I read this news in the local media and they will focus more on signing players next season.

Honestly since they have missed out on Gakpo who performed admirably for the Netherlands at the World Cup, they will still be looking at options to fill that position. I don’t know if any other striker about but Atletico Madrid's Felix seems like a much more realistic option for Manchester United in January if they really need a striker but Atletico Madrid is looking at a 6months loan and I don’t think many clubs will buy to that.

[Cyber_Alien]

He is gonna do very well at Liverpool.

Liverpool has signed a fantastic player, Gakpo, for $45 million, which I think is a steal. It would be difficult for him at first, but I hope things work out well for him in the red shirt.

[Falconer]

In my opinion 60m Euro should have been fair price but Liverpool made a good bargain here with 42 million. I think it has potential to reach with 50 million something, haven't read that for clear. That certainly gives them a option to use him in attack and gives Klopp a great option. As for Gakpo he has lot of years left and at Liverpool he can find the best squad and best club to hone himself. He is gonna do very well at Liverpool.

Competition for Liverpool's left wing position is now clearly going to heat up after Cody Gakpo was confirmed to come this season. Luis Diaz & Diogo Jota are tough contenders for the position, but Gakpo may soon claim his place given that the two wingers I mentioned are currently out injured.

Gakpo will be the second player from the Netherlands currently in Liverpool's squad after Virgil van Dijk. The two players both played well for their national teams at the World Cup, and now they have a lot of time together in the same team. I think Gakpo will do well at Liverpool, let's see though actually I want him to go to Manchester United.

[Asiska02]

The presence of Gakpo in the Liverpool squad makes Jurgen Klopp now have many options in formulating strategies and Gakpo is expected to be a suitable partner for Mohamed Salah and Darwin Nunez.

This is truly a New Year's gift for Liverpool. His presence in the team will be felt strongly in the attacking role, making it more competitive than before. He is a great player with great potential, as evidenced by his outstanding performance in the World Cup, and I hope they take advantage of him to make the team stronger than before.

[skarais]

$42 is a fair price for a 23 year old player, not to mention how good he looks on the pitch. Liverpool have taken the right steps to improve the quality of the team, the arrival of Gakpo has given Klopp many options in choosing players on the front lines. Liverpool needs to be at the desired point, after leaving the group of teams fighting for the trophy, now Liverpool must focus on finishing in the Champions League zone.

Gakpo is one of the most rumored wingers since the World Cup. His quality and attacking ability made several Premier League top teams fight for his services, but in the end Liverpool were the frontrunners to get him. Now Klopp has 3 wingers in his squad especially the left winger, but Gakpo can also play on the right wing and also a centre-forward.

Gakpo is projected to have more success at Liverpool than his former club, but I think he will need a quick adaptation compared to Nunez. Liverpool will have great competition this season after getting Gakpo, he will provide a good strength in Liverpool's attack line. However, Gakpo needed to adapt, but now he has a better future.

[poldanmig]

$42 is a fair price for a 23 year old player, not to mention how good he looks on the pitch. Liverpool have taken the right steps to improve the quality of the team, the arrival of Gakpo has given Klopp many options in choosing players on the front lines. Liverpool needs to be at the desired point, after leaving the group of teams fighting for the trophy, now Liverpool must focus on finishing in the Champions League zone.

Having 55 goals and 50 assists from 159 matches in all competitions, of course, Gakpo is a forward who can be said to be quite sharp, especially considering his pretty good performance at the world cup, so it's no wonder that Liverpool are willing to buy  Gakpo at a fairly high price, Liverpool performance this season is indeed very far from satisfactory after they were only able to rank 6th in the league so like it or not Klopp had to look for players who were indeed able to improve Liverpool game performance, after losing Mane Liverpool performance continued to decline and hopefully with the arrival of Gakpo then Liverpool sharpness will be back as before.

[Avirunes]

This is truly a New Year's gift for Liverpool. His presence in the team will be felt strongly in the attacking role, making it more competitive than before. He is a great player with great potential, as evidenced by his outstanding performance in the World Cup, and I hope they take advantage of him to make the team stronger than before.

I think he isn't gonna be a starter right away because they have lot of players in attack. I wonder how Klopp will use him actually in the squad. He can adapt into a bit of second striker option as well so a great option for Klopp. As a striker, Liverpool have Jota, Nunez and Firmino so it will be kinda hard when Jota and Firmino rejoins the squad back from injury. Anyway great signing for Liverpool and let's see how he starts off for Liverpool in his first game after he arrives.

[ILuckyGuyI]

There are a few teams to have a serious interest in Alexis Mac Allister now. These teams are said to be Liverpool, Benfica, Dortmund and Juventus. If we see only these teams in a race to sign him then I don't give much chance to the others than Liverpool. They are the strongest team among them and they are in the same league with Brighton which is another advantage. Mac Allister is expected to be available for only £31m to £35m. This is like nothing for a skilled player like him I think.

Liverpool are already in search of a good midfielder as far as I know. Mac Allister would be just great for the position.

[Jackl87]

$42 is a fair price for a 23 year old player, not to mention how good he looks on the pitch. Liverpool have taken the right steps to improve the quality of the team, the arrival of Gakpo has given Klopp many options in choosing players on the front lines. Liverpool needs to be at the desired point, after leaving the group of teams fighting for the trophy, now Liverpool must focus on finishing in the Champions League zone.

I am actually surprised that Liverpool was able to sign Gakpo now so quickly after the World cup. I always thought that Manchester United was interested in signing Gakpo even way before the start of the world cup because their coach, Erik ten Hag, already new Gakpo as a great player from his time in the dutch Eredivisie. It just turned out to be true once again, that Manchester United is just not top address in european football anymore. Most of the players choose clubs like Real Madrid, Paris Saint Germain, Manchester City, Liverpool and Bayern Munich over Manchester United nowadays.
It will be interesting to see if Gakpo can perform well at Liverpool. I am not so sure yet.

[Zaguru12]

I am actually surprised that Liverpool was able to sign Gakpo now so quickly after the World cup. I always thought that Manchester United was interested in signing Gakpo even way before the start of the world cup because their coach, Erik ten Hag, already new Gakpo as a great player from his time in the dutch Eredivisie. It just turned out to be true once again, that Manchester United is just not top address in european football anymore. Most of the players choose clubs like Real Madrid, Paris Saint Germain, Manchester City, Liverpool and Bayern Munich over Manchester United nowadays.
It will be interesting to see if Gakpo can perform well at Liverpool. I am not so sure yet.

I agree with you that Manchester united don't attract many excellent players again but never rule them out in signing any player they want. In case of Gakpo, Ten Hag wanted him as a replacement for The departured Ronaldo but the Club hierarchy were skeptical about signing him and never made any official offers towards PSV. Romour has it that due to switch of Ownership surrounding Manchester united the Glazers do not want to spend any money on new signings for now and according to Ten Hag himself, united will be acquiring players this transfer only on loan. So Gakpo to Liverpool wasn't all about united be rejected by the player but united board never made an offer

[rendravolt]

newcastle united is reportedly interested in signing chelsea midfielder Jorginho in January. the italian international's contract at stamford bridge expires at the end of the current season.

It seems that Jorginho's fate will be a little better if he comes to Newcastle because this team is currently on fire this season, with an even coach and squad, of course it will be easier to secure UCL tickets for the next season. Meanwhile, if he is still at Chelsea, which is currently in 8th position in the EPL standings, of course it will be difficult if you want to enter the champions league zone, considering that Chelsea is still in the process of reshuffling players after they have a new coach and still need adaptation.

[Swordsoffreedom]

How can Christopher Nkuku become a Central Attacking Player ? Especially for Chelsea ? No he is a complete winger go check of his videos at RB Leipzig you'll see he is more of a winger than a Central Attacking Player.
They also need to hasten up with the signature of Declan Rice from West Ham he is the replacement for Ngolo Kante since they're not offering him a contract extension. As per the potentials of Fofana I haven't really checked if I have i must have forgotten, bit the premier league ain't no easy league, I hope he gets the message.

Are you sure of it mate? Because he rarely played on the left or right wing. But yeah, we can't actually say that he is a centre-forward mainly. He is more like a second striker. He has mostly played as a second striker and central attacking midfielder so far. He has 10 goals in 12 matches as a second striker and 5 goals in 7 matches as an attacking midfielder in this season so far. He might switch positions in matches from time to time of course. We can see him everywhere in the attacking side.
But his main positions in this season have been the ones I indicated. I don't know what kind of a strategy Potter is thinking of after having him. Maybe he would try him as a centre-forward first to see his scoring ability there.

Christopher Nkunku is a central attacking midfield player. He very rarely plays as a winger and him playing as a striker is more rare than that.

I agree with @Pulsar77 that he is better suited for the central attacking midfielder or the second striker position. Playing him as a striker is eventually going to result in failure for the team in my opinion. Because I don’t think the team is going to get good enough goals from him as a striker. And he has already proved himself in the center-attacking midfielder position. So, it will be better if the club makes him stick with that position.