And it's already that time of the year again, when we're within distance (Month and a half) of the second transfer window of the season, and possibly the more cutthroat version. The window lasts only a month, but compresses all the tension, transfers of the pre-season into 31 days of intense discussions, last minute panic buys and much more.
While in situations, a January signing can turn the season around as in the case of Sissoko for Newcastle Utd, Sturridge and Coutinho for Liverpool, panic buys such as Torres and Carroll can be a liability, and don't do much to inspire any confidence.
So far quite a few names have been linked to Liverpool already, Stephan El Shaarawy, Juan Mata, An apparent 60 million plus Karim Benzema for Luis Suarez (Pass!) and even Javier Pastore. So far we don't know whether there is even a speck of truth in any of the rumours, though there were reports of a failed £ 30 million bid in the dying moments of the August Transfer Deadline day. But Liverpool aren't the only team trying to poach the out of favour playmaker, with PSG also interested in his services.
Of the players most likely to leave on loan, Aspas and Sterling seem to be on top of the list. Aspas has so far had a minimal impact on the first team, aside from the single assist he provided and Sterling has so far failed to replicate the abilities he showcased in the initial matches last season. With Swansea eager to sign Sterling to their ranks for the remainder of the season with a promise to supply regular first team footy for Liverpool's future prospect, and Aspas's inability to establish himself in the absence of Coutinho, both seem likely to leave to club temporarily for first team football.
While Liverpool continue to be linked with big names following their strong start to the season, their biggest challenge this window will be to hold on to Suarez. He's been heavily linked to a move to Real Madrid and even Arsenal continue to track his movements, and his extended transfer conundrum this year left a bad taste on every Liverpool fans mouth. He might be heavy maintenance and may have a tendency to go out of line, but joint top scorer with eight goals alongside strike partner Sturridge, despite playing only five games is but a small testament to his abilities. If Liverpool intend on keeping up their surprise title challenge, or even hope to edge out the Manchester clubs, Everton, Tottenham for a top four finish, they need to hold on to Suarez at all costs.
While in situations, a January signing can turn the season around as in the case of Sissoko for Newcastle Utd, Sturridge and Coutinho for Liverpool, panic buys such as Torres and Carroll can be a liability, and don't do much to inspire any confidence.
So far quite a few names have been linked to Liverpool already, Stephan El Shaarawy, Juan Mata, An apparent 60 million plus Karim Benzema for Luis Suarez (Pass!) and even Javier Pastore. So far we don't know whether there is even a speck of truth in any of the rumours, though there were reports of a failed £ 30 million bid in the dying moments of the August Transfer Deadline day. But Liverpool aren't the only team trying to poach the out of favour playmaker, with PSG also interested in his services.
Of the players most likely to leave on loan, Aspas and Sterling seem to be on top of the list. Aspas has so far had a minimal impact on the first team, aside from the single assist he provided and Sterling has so far failed to replicate the abilities he showcased in the initial matches last season. With Swansea eager to sign Sterling to their ranks for the remainder of the season with a promise to supply regular first team footy for Liverpool's future prospect, and Aspas's inability to establish himself in the absence of Coutinho, both seem likely to leave to club temporarily for first team football.
While Liverpool continue to be linked with big names following their strong start to the season, their biggest challenge this window will be to hold on to Suarez. He's been heavily linked to a move to Real Madrid and even Arsenal continue to track his movements, and his extended transfer conundrum this year left a bad taste on every Liverpool fans mouth. He might be heavy maintenance and may have a tendency to go out of line, but joint top scorer with eight goals alongside strike partner Sturridge, despite playing only five games is but a small testament to his abilities. If Liverpool intend on keeping up their surprise title challenge, or even hope to edge out the Manchester clubs, Everton, Tottenham for a top four finish, they need to hold on to Suarez at all costs.
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