Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp speaks with Thiago Alcantara about his hip issue
Thiago Alcantara will be fit for the start of Liverpool’s 2023-24 preseason, according to Jurgen Klopp.
The midfielder has a recurrence of a hip injury and will not play again this season. Thiago has undergone surgery, with the Reds opting to act now rather than later to avoid further complications.
The Spain international missed eight games earlier this year due to a complaint, and he will now miss the Reds’ final four games as they seek European qualification.
“Thiago will have surgery and is out for the rest of the season,” Klopp said at his pre-match press conference ahead of Liverpool’s match against Brentford at Anfield tomorrow.
“Yes [it’s the same problem].” Yes, Thiago is expected to return for the preseason. That is why we are doing it now.”
Meanwhile, Jordan Henderson is a doubt for the game against Brentford after suffering an injury in Wednesday’s 1-0 win over Fulham. The Liverpool captain underwent a scan for a minor issue and is awaiting the results.
Diogo Jota is still recovering from a bruised back and hasn’t done much training in the lead-up. He did, however, come off the bench against Fulham.
Roberto Firmino (muscle), Naby Keita (muscle), Stefan Bajcetic (adductor), and Calvin Ramsay (knee) are all out.
Liverpool are aiming for their sixth consecutive victory against Brentford, which would move them within one point of Manchester United in the Premier League top four race. If Klopp’s team had defeated the Bees, United would have played two more games.
Tottenham are about to break their transfer record for a superb Premier League player as Postecoglou devastates West Ham’s plans.
Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou is reportedly pressuring the club to make a firm bid for Fulham midfielder Joao Palhinha, despite the fact that any transfer is anticipated to set a new club record fee
After joining Spurs from Celtic earlier this summer, the Greek-born Australian officially starts his new role as manager today. But the 57-year-old is already in charge, having a voice in the club’s early summer transfer negotiations.
Spurs, on the other hand, are far from done this summer and want to pursue Wolfsburg defender Micky van de Ven next. To that goal, chairman Daniel Levy has initiated ‘direct conversations’ with Fabrizio Romano, who claims he is “keen” on the transfer.
Tottenham is also aiming to strengthen their center midfield. Postecoglou is also pressing Levy to approach Fulham for Palhinha, according to The Sun (July 1, page 67).
His tigerish antics in the engine room, though, drew the most attention. With 147 tackles, he was the division’s leading tackler. Moises Caicedo came in second with 100 points, demonstrating how the Portuguese was definitely in a league of his own.
This form has prompted to speculation that West Ham are interested in luring Palhinha across London to replace Declan Rice.
The Cottagers, understandably, are not eager to let Palhinha depart without a fight. Despite spending only £20 million for him a year ago, they are now said to be worth roughly £90 million.
Nonetheless, West Ham are apparently drafting a bid in the hope that a sizable offer will persuade Fulham to sell.
To that purpose, they are apparently considering a transaction much above their existing club record of £60 million paid to Everton for Richarlison.
If they are to sign, Postecoglou will need to persuade Levy to swallow some of his pride. This is due to the fact that the Portuguese star was on Tottenham‘s radar last summer. But, after passed up the chance to recruit him for £20 million, Levy will be disappointed to have to pay a far higher amount again.
Furthermore, with Palhinha turning 28 next week, Levy may well wonder how many years he has left at the top.
Spurs may fund the transaction by selling three players.
Postecoglou, on the other hand, appears to be unfazed and apparently intends to persuade Levy to launch a bid.
Furthermore, rumours say that the club is eager to sell Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, who is becoming a target for Atletico Madrid.
Some may be surprised by the trade, but there are concerns about whether the Dane is mobile enough to play Postecoglou‘s style.
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