The Anfield Index Podcast

With Julian Ward set for a return, attention turns to the major decisions facing Liverpool ahead of January. Dave Davis discusses the futures of Virgil van Dijk and Alisson, the latest centre-back links and a fascinating midfield picture featuring Lamine Camara and Alex Scott, as Liverpool prepare for another crucial transfer window. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho...

Dave Davis looks at the revealing comments from Liverpool’s players about life under Andoni Iraola, with the intensity, competitiveness and aggressive pressing in training described as a major change. There’s also Virgil van Dijk’s tense exchange with the Dutch media, excitement around Rio Ngumoha on England duty and concern over how Sweden will manage Alexander Isak. Learn more about your ad choi...

As we head into the extended international break, Gae Amy Kate & Randi reflect on the last few weeks. Wins in the domestic & european cup competitions, a hard-fought victory against Bournemouth and the emerging signs of a stronger defensive unit. Tbey also look forward to a tough week of fixtures when the premier league and UCL resume. FInallythey discuss mens nental health as we hit the 1 year an...

Trev Downey and Dave Davis assess Liverpool’s transfer plans, with Lamine Camara and Alex Scott emerging as major midfield targets. They also examine Ronald Araújo’s future, Barcelona’s financial position and why January could become a crucial window for Liverpool. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trev Downey and Dave Davis return with The Transfer Show, digging into Liverpool’s changing recruitment structure, Julian Ward’s expected return as sporting director and what it could mean for January. They also assess the right back situation, potential recruitment priorities and the names already emerging on Liverpool’s radar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trev Downey and Dave Davis discuss Liverpool’s pursuit of highly rated Benfica youngster Daniel Banjaqui, growing competition from Europe’s biggest clubs and the major contract decisions facing Julian Ward, including the futures of Rio Ngumoha, Alexis Mac Allister, Alisson and Virgil van Dijk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave takes a look at the history of Celtic amid their modern challenges. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave looks at the news & gossip as Erisksen has left Wolfsburg. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave looks at Julian Ward seemingly becoming the replacement Sporting Director. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Julian Ward already has plenty to address, from Rio Ngumoha’s future and a possible permanent deal for Ronald Araujo to Liverpool’s January recruitment plans. Lewis Steele also looks at Andoni Iraola’s midfield dilemma, the need for a defensive midfielder and why full-back could become another priority. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Julian Ward is set to take over as Liverpool sporting director, bringing familiarity and continuity at a pivotal moment off the pitch. Lewis Steele discusses the appointment, the potential influence of 1892 Holdings and why further additions to Liverpool’s sporting structure could still follow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lewis Steele reflects on Liverpool’s encouraging start under Andoni Iraola, with Jeremy Jacquet and Ronald Araujo emerging as major positives. Alexander Isak is delivering the goals, but Iraola still wants more from his all-round game as Liverpool begin to find a defensive platform to build from. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave Davis looks at Liverpool’s latest transfer chatter, with Banjaqui emerging as a major target amid growing competition for his signature. There’s also another look at the renewed Kokcu links, before digging into the numbers behind Florian Wirtz and what they tell us about his Liverpool form. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Newsround with Dave Davis returns with plenty happening around Liverpool despite the international break. Dave begins with Liverpool's youngsters after a dramatic EFL Trophy comeback, with the ten-man Reds recovering from 3-1 down through goals in the 94th and 96th minutes before winning the penalty shootout, while Will Wright and goalkeeper Harvey Davies earn particular attention. Attention then...

Andoni Iraola wants Liverpool to keep progressing rather than simply settling for results. Dave Davis and Ben Pescod discuss why Alexis Mac Allister and Ronald Araujo currently look so important to that process, bringing the control, defensive security and balance Liverpool need as Iraola develops his side. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Grizz Khan hosts The Red Room as the panel delivers its early verdict on Liverpool’s start to life under Andoni Iraola. Who has embraced the new manager’s demands, which players have been the biggest surprises, and which of Liverpool’s big names need to offer more? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Liverpool’s draw with Fulham became an important moment in the opening weeks of Andoni Iraola’s reign. Dave Davis and Ben Pescod examine the midfield problems that surfaced, why Liverpool struggled for control and how that performance influenced the decisions Iraola has made since. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave Davis and Ben Pescod analyse Ronald Araujo’s impressive start at right back and why his defensive qualities are giving Liverpool a different level of security. They look at what Araujo brings to Andoni Iraola’s system and why his performances are making the selection debate increasingly interesting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave looks at the news & gossip as he names his England XI for the Euros with BBC asking their pundits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave takes a look around the leagues across Europe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave looks at the Liverpool squad after their undefeated start to the season. Also Mac mentions his contract again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Could Liverpool's midfield be heading for another significant change? On Newsround, Dave Davis looks at the latest surrounding Alexis Mac Allister's Liverpool future after the midfielder reiterated his desire to remain at one of the world's biggest clubs. Mac Allister still has time remaining on his current deal, but Liverpool face a major decision over whether to extend his stay or begin planning...

Liverpool may be three weeks away from their next match, but there's no shortage of major decisions being made behind the scenes at Anfield. On Newsround, Dave Davis looks at the latest developments in Liverpool's search for a sporting director, with Julian Ward emerging as the internal favourite and Brentford's Lee Dykes also being discussed as a possible co-sporting director or technical directo...

Cody Gakpo looks rejuvenated, creating chances, completing dribbles and winning nine duels at Bournemouth, while Alexander Isak’s numbers inside the box are moving to another level. Four Premier League goals already, vastly improved xG and more touches in the opposition box suggest Liverpool finally have Isak operating exactly where they need him. If that production continues, 20+ league goals is...

Dave is back with Extra with News, mockery of Troy Deeney and gossip and much more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices