But if anyone thinks because we have more than one strikers we will give presents (them away cheaply) to other clubs then that’s the biggest misunderstanding in World Football.
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‘Some players have not had enough time and if you don’t have enough time and you have missed a few sessions it makes sense that you extend the pre season.
In contrast to the two Manchester clubs and Chelsea, the trio are familiar with their surroundings, no one more so than Wenger at Arsenal, whilst Pocchetino starts his third campaign with Spurs and Klopp his first full season with Liverpool.
While the boss seems reluctant to talk success in terms of trophies and league position, the owners have backed him to deliver on those two very things by throwing their substantial weight behind him with a new six year deal. “Everyone is a good player, everyone we have bought is good and they have showed that in pre-season, and we did as well against Barcelona”. A top four spot is certainly realistic. They need to justify their approach and their style, moreover, silverware needs to return to the trophy cabinets at Anfield.
“The way he trains is intense, very tactical, and it’s good to be a part of”.
“We have made seven transfers, sold a few players, loaned a few players. we still have our base from a year ago and I hope we can build on that”. Martin Skrtel also left the club for pastures new, while young winger Jordon Ibe joined Bournemouth.
Notice the snub delivered to Mario Balotelli and Christian Benteke, both of whom remain on the books at Anfield but are expected to leave this summer.
The Gunners have always been lauded for their attractive football, despite not winning the competitions their talent has maybe warranted – but Klopp suggests this might be a myth, having studied Arsene Wenger’s team heavily over pre-season. Both obviously have their advantages and disadvantages so it will be interesting to see which formation Klopp settles for, for the majority of the season.
This season, Klopp needs to make sure he rests Sturridge and balances game time between the England forward, Danny Ings and Origi to ensure they all stay fit. something that the industrious Brazilian, Firmino, himself did extremely well last season, was a “false-nine” role – combining brilliantly in the final third in particular with Origi, Philippe Coutinho.
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“I don’t know if Daniel Sturridge will be the starting striker”. Lorius Karius is now sidelined with a broken hand so Simon Mignolet will be starting as goalkeeper.
