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Categories: SPORTS
Liverpool rebuild under Iraola, staff and transfer agenda
Entities: Andoni Iraola · Bradley Barcola · Liverpool Football Club · Ryan Gravenberch · Mika Godts
Overview
Liverpool’s 2026‑27 pre‑season continued in the United States, with new signings Alexander Isak, Florian Wirtz, Ryan Gravenberch and Jeremy Jacquet expected to make their debuts against Leeds United after a World Cup break. Coach Andoni Iraola praised Isak’s progress and reiterated his plan to field the quartet in the final U.S. friendly, while injuries kept Joe Gomez and Federico Chiesa out of the earlier Wrexham match.
Iraola has solidified his backroom staff, appointing Pablo de la Torre as No. 2 assistant and bringing three Bournemouth coaches to translate his high‑press, high‑line philosophy. Chief executive Michael Edwards has departed, leaving sporting director Richard Hughes with full transfer responsibility. Hughes is tasked with finding fast, mobile defenders to suit Iraola’s system and is reportedly being linked with a move to Saudi side Al‑Hilal after the window closes.
The club’s transfer agenda remains under scrutiny. While the pursuit of French winger Bradley Barcola has drawn criticism for appearing at odds with the promised development of youngster Rio Ngumoha, Liverpool have also missed out on 19‑year‑old Yan Diomande and are monitoring PSG’s talks over Belgian winger Mika Godts, which could reshape their targeting strategy. The leadership stresses retaining veterans such as Virgil van Dijk, Alisson and Joe Gomez while preparing for a Premier League opener on 23 August 2026.
Timeline
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1 day ago
[SPORTS] 5 sourcesLiverpool appoints Andoni Iraola as manager and eyes summer signingsLiverpool have hired Andoni Iraola as manager and are pursuing summer signings, including Bradley Barcola, while Fabrizio Romano reports PSG interest in Mika Godts.
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3 days ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesLiverpool FC rebuilds squad under new coach Andoni Iraola and sporting director Richard HughesLiverpool FC revamps its transfer strategy after Michael Edwards' exit, with Richard Hughes steering recruitment for Andoni Iraola's high‑press system and targeting players like Bradley Barcola amid fan sceptic
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3 days ago
[SPORTS] 4 sourcesLiverpool coach Iraola outlines pre‑season debut dates for new signingsLiverpool’s Andoni Iraola expects new signings Isak, Wirtz, Gravenberch and Jacquet to debut in the pre‑season friendly versus Leeds United.
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9 days ago
[SPORTS] 8 sourcesLiverpool coach Andoni Iraola outlines staff appointments and player opportunitiesLiverpool’s Andoni Iraola named Pablo de la Torre as No. 2 assistant, emphasized staff continuity from Bournemouth, and spoke of giving youth and player Federico Chiesa a fresh chance under Italy’s new manager.
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15 days ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesLiverpool eyes Bournemouth winger Rayan as summer targetLiverpool, under new coach Andoni Iraola, is targeting Bournemouth’s 19‑year‑old Brazilian winger Rayan as a key summer signing to replace Mohamed Salah, after already spending nearly £100 million on other sign
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15 days ago
[SPORTS] 4 sourcesLiverpool faces criticism over player exits and limited summer signingsSteve Nicol criticises Liverpool for losing Salah, Robertson and Konaté while only buying Jacquet and Munoz, calling the latter a “head‑scratcher” amid calls for more signings.
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16 days ago
[SPORTS] 17 sourcesLiverpool begins US pre‑season under new boss Andoni IraolaLiverpool under new manager Andoni Iraola launches US pre‑season, has signed Jeremy Jacquet and Victor Munoz, seeks extra signings, players express optimism, while right‑flank reinforcements remain a priority.
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19 days ago
[SPORTS] 6 sourcesAndoni Iraola Sets Direction for Liverpool After First Press ConferenceNew Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola praised Curtis Jones, flagged defensive fixes, confirmed signings Jeremy Jacquet and Victor Muñoz, and named World Cup midfielder Manu Kone as a target.
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21 days ago
[SPORTS] 33 sourcesLiverpool manager Andoni Iraola outlines transfer needs and playing philosophyLiverpool’s new boss Andoni Iraola, on a two‑year deal, pledges a front‑foot style, stresses the need for more signings, vows to keep Curtis Jones, and aims to give fans a team to be proud of.
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22 days ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesLiverpool's transfer window complicated by new director Richard Hughes and midfield targetsLiverpool's new director Richard Hughes tackles a tough transfer window, eyeing midfielder João Gomes amid funding and competition concerns.
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23 days ago
[SPORTS] 15 sourcesMichael Edwards departs Liverpool amid executive reshuffleMichael Edwards leaves his FSG role at Liverpool after two years, amid a stalled multi‑club plan and looming transfer‑window challenges, with sporting director Richard Hughes also linked to a possible exit.
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27 days ago
[SPORTS] 4 sourcesLiverpool grapples with star player exits, failed signings and looming sporting director departureLiverpool face key player exits, aborted signings and the imminent departure of sporting director Richard Hughes to Al‑Hilal as Andoni Iraola takes over as manager.
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28 days ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesLiverpool targets new midfield signing to replace FabinhoLiverpool’s Richard Hughes aims to sign a new defensive midfielder, eyeing 21‑year‑old Spanish talent Chema Andrés, as Fabinho’s replacement amid contract talks with Mac Allister and Jones.
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28 days ago
[SPORTS] 4 sourcesAndoni Iraola launches Liverpool pre‑season as new head coachNew Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola begins pre‑season training at AXA, working with recent signings and rehabbing players, while Thiago Alcântara rules out a coaching role.
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about 1 month ago
[SPORTS] 4 sourcesLiverpool revamps squad and staff as sporting director moves to Saudi clubLiverpool signs Victor Munoz and Jeremy Jacquet, adds four Bournemouth staff members, and faces sporting director Richard Hughes’ move to Saudi club Al Hilal while eyeing Mexican winger Gilberto Mora and right‑
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about 1 month ago
[SPORTS] 4 sourcesLiverpool appoints Andoni Iraola as manager ahead of 2026‑27 seasonLiverpool have hired former Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola on a two‑year deal, replacing Arne Slot and sparking optimism, while eyes on player sales like Curtis Jones to fund new signings.
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about 1 month ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesLiverpool eyes fresh start under new coach Andoni Iraola, says former manager Jürgen KloppKlopp says Liverpool’s poor season stemmed from multiple issues, praises new coach Andoni Iraola, and notes the team’s upcoming Premier League start in August.
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about 1 month ago
[SPORTS] 3 sourcesLiverpool boosts attack with youth prospects and new signings under Andoni IraolaLiverpool, under new boss Andoni Iraola, promotes academy winger Rio Ngumoha, signs Victor Munoz and eyes teenage stars Yan Diomande and Ayyoub Bouaddi to revamp its attack.
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about 1 month ago
[SPORTS] 9 sourcesLiverpool's new coach Andoni Iraola shapes summer transfer movesLiverpool’s new boss Andoni Iraola drove Victor Munoz’s switch from Newcastle and is steering a summer hunt for World Cup standouts, academy talent and possible signings like Yan Diomande and Fran García.
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about 1 month ago
[SPORTS] 5 sourcesLiverpool launches summer rebuild under new manager Andoni IraolaLiverpool start a summer rebuild under new boss Andoni Iraola, eyeing winger Yan Diomande and defender Lucas Herrington, with pundits optimistic but realistic about title hopes.
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about 1 month ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesLiverpool ramps up summer signings under new manager IraolaLiverpool’s new boss Andoni Iraola has signed winger Victor Munoz and is pursuing midfielders Yan Diomande and Ayyoub Bouaddi, amid wider interest in Khephren Thuram and Curtis Jones.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 3 sourcesLiverpool appoints Andoni Iraola as manager amid £160m transfer targetsLiverpool has hired Andoni Iraola as manager and, amid his arrival, linked Bournemouth stars Alex Scott and Eli Junior Kroupi with £160 million in potential transfers; both Michael Owen and Alan Shearer voiced
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 5 sourcesAlisson Becker skipped Liverpool matches to stay fit for 2026 World CupAlisson Becker admitted he missed several Liverpool games in 2025‑26 to be fully fit for Brazil’s 2026 World Cup, ahead of the opening match against Morocco.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 4 sourcesLiverpool rolls out £60m kit deal and squad rebuild under new manager Andoni IraolaLiverpool begins a £60 m kit partnership and a summer squad rebuild under new manager Andoni Iraola, targeting player sales, academy upgrades and youth recruitment.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesLiverpool appoints Andoni Iraola as manager in summer transfer pushLiverpool have hired Andoni Iraola as manager, promising a high‑press, direct approach, while lining up a £60 million signing of defender Jeremy Jacquet and other major transfers.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesLiverpool could activate £55 million buy‑back for Jarell QuansahLiverpool hold a £55 million buy‑back for Jarell Quansah, with personal terms already set, enabling a swift possible return to replace Konaté.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesLiverpool seeks centre‑back to replace Ibrahima KonatéLiverpool must replace departing centre‑back Ibrahima Konaté, targeting Gonçalo Inácio, Sam Beukema, Murillo and possibly Nico Schlotterbeck before the 2026‑27 season.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 3 sourcesLiverpool under new coach Andoni Iraola plans summer transfers and keeps left‑back Kostas TsimikasNew Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola aims to keep left‑back Kostas Tsimikas and pursue several summer signings, while holding a £55 m buy‑back option on Jarell Quansah.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 3 sourcesAndoni Iraola named Liverpool head coach as club prepares major squad rebuildAndoni Iraola takes over Liverpool after Arne Slot’s sacking, facing a squad overhaul that may involve up to seven signings to replace departing stars like Salah and Konaté.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 4 sourcesLiverpool sacks Arne Slot as Iraola arrives and Gakpo's future hangs in the balanceLiverpool dismissed Arne Slot, hired Andoni Iraola, and faces speculation that Cody Gakpo may be sold for £60‑£73 million as the club reshapes its attack.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesLiverpool hires Andoni Iraola, eyes squad overhaul for Hungarian stars Szoboszlai and KerkezLiverpool's new coach Andoni Iraola plans a five‑position revamp, reshuffling Hungarian stars Dominik Szoboszlai and Milos Kerkez as part of a squad overhaul.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 4 sourcesAndoni Iraola appointed Liverpool manager ahead of summer squad overhaulAndoni Iraola becomes Liverpool manager, brings in young defenders Jeremy Jacquet and Ifeanyi Ndukwe as the club begins a youth‑focused rebuild after a successful Bournemouth stint.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 3 sourcesAndoni Iraola appointed Liverpool head coach ahead of summer rebuildLiverpool have hired former Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola on a two‑year deal after sacking Arne Slot, ending a week of interest from several clubs and beginning a summer rebuild.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 9 sourcesLiverpool appoints Andoni Iraola as manager after Arne Slot dismissalLiverpool sacked Arne Slot after a poor second season and appointed former Bournemouth coach Andoni Iraola, who faces rebuilding the squad and targeting three young transfers.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 4 sourcesLiverpool appoints Andoni Iraola amid fan doubts and transfer speculationLiverpool hired Andoni Iraola as manager, but fans doubt his experience, while the club is linked to an £80 million bid for Bournemouth striker Eli Junior Kroupi.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesLiverpool appoints Andoni Iraola as manager and signals frugal transfer policyLiverpool names Andoni Iraola as manager and pledges a cautious transfer approach after a £450 m spend and a fifth‑place finish.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesAndoni Iraola Appointed as Liverpool’s New Head CoachLiverpool has appointed Andoni Iraola as head coach. The new manager, formerly of Bournemouth, spoke of Anfield’s passion and aims to earn fans’ trust, while player Milos Kerkez praised his arrival.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesAndoni Iraola named new Liverpool head coachAndoni Iraola, 43, has been appointed Liverpool’s new head coach, replacing Arne Slot after leaving Bournemouth.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesAndoni Iraola appointed Liverpool manager faces defensive overhaulAndoni Iraola becomes Liverpool manager, tasked with fixing a defence weakened by Konaté’s exit, injuries and a 20‑loss season, while reshaping the attack ahead of a short pre‑season.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 3 sourcesAndoni Iraola appointed Liverpool managerAndoni Iraola, 43, has been appointed Liverpool’s head coach, succeeding Arne Slot on a contract until 2028 after a successful stint at Bournemouth, where he led the club to its first European competition.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 4 sourcesLiverpool appoints Andoni Iraola as new head coachLiverpool fired Arne Slot after a poor season and named former Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola as head coach for 2026‑27, aiming for a more attacking style.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 18 sourcesAndoni Iraola named Liverpool's new head coachLiverpool appoints Andoni Iraola as head coach, replacing Arne Slot; he signs a contract to 2028, promises an aggressive style, faces a limited transfer budget and player exits.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesAndoni Iraola appointed as Liverpool's new managerAndoni Iraola, former Bournemouth manager, has arrived in Liverpool to replace Arne Slot, signing a two‑year deal amid high expectations for a more aggressive style.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesLiverpool and Arsenal prepare summer transfer moves under new leadershipLiverpool under new coach Andoni Iraola and Arsenal are eyeing key summer signings, with Liverpool targeting winger Yan Diomande and Arsenal considering free‑agent Bernardo Silva.
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about 2 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesAlisson Becker stays at Liverpool; ter Stegen eyed by AjaxAlisson Becker stays at Liverpool despite Juventus interest, while Barcelona’s Marc‑Andre ter Stegen is linked with a potential move to Ajax.
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2 months ago
[SPORTS] 25 sourcesAndoni Iraola appointed Liverpool head coach on two‑year dealLiverpool have hired Andoni Iraola, formerly of Bournemouth, as head coach on a two‑year deal, replacing Arne Slot and tasked with reviving the club’s performance after a poor 2025‑26 season.
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2 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesLiverpool appoints Andoni Iraola as manager, targets new centre‑back ahead of transfer windowLiverpool is set to hire Andoni Iraola as manager and is urgently searching for a new centre‑back after Ibrahima Konate's departure, marking a summer squad overhaul.
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2 months ago
[SPORTS] 49 sourcesAndoni Iraola appointed Liverpool manager on two‑year dealLiverpool have hired Andoni Iraola from Bournemouth as manager on a two‑year deal, replacing Arne Slot after a poor season; Iraola is known for high‑pressing football and will work with sporting director Hughes
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2 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesAndoni Iraola appointed Liverpool manager after Bournemouth successAndoni Iraola, who guided Bournemouth to a sixth‑place finish, is now Liverpool’s manager, bringing key backroom staff and expressing excitement about the club’s stature.
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2 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesAndoni Iraola appointed Liverpool manager to replace Arne SlotAndoni Iraola will replace Arne Slot as Liverpool manager, signing a two‑year deal on July 1 after leaving Bournemouth, with Liverpool covering compensation for his staff.
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2 months ago
[SPORTS] 18 sourcesLiverpool appoints Andoni Iraola as head coachLiverpool have sacked Arne Slot and reached a verbal agreement to appoint former Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola, who will bring his staff and aim for a high‑pressing style.
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2 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesLiverpool appoints Andoni Iraola as new manager after Arne Slot departsLiverpool announced Arne Slot’s exit after a poor second season and named former Burnley manager Andoni Iraola as his replacement.
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2 months ago
[SPORTS] 3 sourcesLiverpool set to hire Andoni Iraola as new managerLiverpool is close to appointing Spanish coach Andoni Iraola as Arne Slot’s successor, a move that could reshape transfer plans for Inter and Juventus.
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2 months ago
[SPORTS] 4 sourcesLiverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker draws Juventus interest amid contract talksAlisson Becker, Liverpool’s goalkeeper with one year left on his contract, has drawn interest from Juventus, who offered a longer deal. Liverpool want to keep him, but his future remains uncertain.
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2 months ago
[SPORTS] 3 sourcesAlisson Becker's Liverpool Future in Question as Juventus Pursues GoalkeeperAlisson Becker, Liverpool’s keeper until 2027, is linked with a Juventus move despite conflicting reports that he may stay, as the club prepares for his potential exit after the season’s final game.
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2 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesAlisson's Juventus move hinges on Liverpool clearanceAlisson's transfer to Juventus awaits Liverpool's approval after a three‑year deal is agreed.
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2 months ago
[SPORTS] 2 sourcesAlisson Becker Linked With Juventus Move as Liverpool Extend His ContractLiverpool extend Alisson Becker’s deal to 2027, but Juventus pursue him for a Serie A return despite a potential Champions League shortfall.
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3 months ago
[SPORTS] 4 sourcesAlisson Becker cleared to start for Liverpool vs Brentford, fit for Brazil World CupAlisson Becker cleared to start Liverpool’s final game vs Brentford and expected fit for Brazil’s World Cup opener.
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3 months ago
[SPORTS] 5 sourcesLiverpool target Bart Verbruggen as Alisson Becker replacementLiverpool target Brighton keeper Bart Verbruggen and Sunderland’s Robin Roefs as possible successors to Alisson Becker.
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3 months ago
[SPORTS] 21 sourcesAlisson Becker’s fitness hint boosts Liverpool ahead of key Aston Villa clashAlisson named in Brazil’s provisional squad, hinting at fitness return for Liverpool’s crucial Aston Villa match.
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3 months ago
[SPORTS] 4 sourcesAlisson Becker reaches personal terms with Juventus as Liverpool urged to keep keeperAlisson Becker has agreed personal terms with Juventus; pundit McCoist urges Liverpool to keep him amid transfer talks.
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