ESPN FC’s Stewart Robson explains why he believes Liverpool were the better side and were unlucky to walk away from the Community Shield empty handed.
Liverpool forward Harry Wilson has joined Bournemouth on a season-long deal for a £2.5 million loan fee.
The 22-year-old travelled to the south coast on Tuesday afternoon to undergo a medical and complete the formalities of his temporary switch, which will include a further £500,000 in bonuses depending on performances.
Liverpool have not inserted an obligation to buy in negotiations as they see the move as an opportunity for Wilson to further develop by gaining Premier League experience after he…

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Steve Nicol breaks down how the possible absences of Mo Salah, Roberto Firmino and Sadio Mane will affect Liverpool early in the season.

ESPN FC’s Stewart Robson explains why he believes Liverpool were the better side and were unlucky to walk away from the Community Shield empty handed.

UEFA Nations League: Harry Wilson (58′) Ireland 0-1 Wales

Bournemouth are attempting to finalise a loan fee with Liverpool for Harry Wilson, sources have told ESPN FC.

Talks between the clubs are ongoing ahead of Thursday’s transfer deadline, with Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe keen to work with the 22-year-old forward next season.

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Liverpool want assurances that Wilson will be afforded regular minutes and have not included an…

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Liverpool youngster Harry Wilson scored his second sensational free kick of the season help Wales win out a cagey match at against hosts Ireland.

UEFA Nations League: Harry Wilson (58′) Ireland 0-1 Wales

Frank Lampard’s Derby County picked up an incredible come-from-behind win over reeling Manchester United in the Carabao Cup thanks in part to a Phil Jones penalty shootout miss.
Wales manager Ryan Giggs has Harry Wilson’s free kick technique to former teammate David Beckham and, despite their mounting injury crisis, Liverpool cannot recall the youngster from his loan spell at Derby, a source has told ESPN FC.
Wilson’s excellent free kick in Dublin on Tuesday night was the winning goal as Wales beat the Republic of Ireland 1-0 in the UEFA Nations League. In September, the 21-year-old scored a spectacular set-piece from 32 yards out at Old Trafford as the Championship…

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Frank Lampard’s Derby County picked up an incredible come-from-behind win over reeling Manchester United in the Carabao Cup thanks in part to a Phil Jones penalty shootout miss.

English Carabao Cup: Maroane Fellaini (90’+3) Manchester United 2-2 Derby County

English Carabao Cup: Jack Marriott (85′) Manchester United 1-2 Derby County
Derby County do not have the option to buy Harry Wilson outright after his loan spell ends, sources have told ESPN FC.
Wilson will return to Liverpool after the 2018-19 season and then make another push for a place in Jurgen Klopp’s first-team squad.
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The forward was named man of the match in Derby’s penalty-shootout victory over Manchester United in the third round of the Carabao Cup on Tuesday, scoring a spectacular free kick from long range at Old Trafford.
The 21-year-old signed…

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Frank Lampard’s Derby County picked up an incredible come-from-behind win over reeling Manchester United in the Carabao Cup thanks in part to a Phil Jones penalty shoot-out miss.
MANCHESTER, England — Three points from Old Trafford on Derby County’s 2-2 (8-7 on penalties) win over Manchester United in the third round of the Carabao Cup.

1. Jose Mourinho sees position weaken after day of drama

It looked like it would be a good day for Jose Mourinho.

Ahead of Derby’s visit on Tuesday, he received the backing of executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward despite an indifferent start to the season. News broke later in the afternoon that the Manchester United manager…

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With the start of the Premier League just around the corner, the ESPN FC crew assess Liverpool’s chances of besting Manchester City this season.

Mark Ogden thinks Man City are still the team to beat in the Premier League, but Liverpool have all the pieces in place to bring home the trophy.

Jurgen Klopp was impressed with Manchester City’s young side after Liverpool beat them 2-1 but is remaining tight lipped on whether his side can win the league.

Jurgen Klopp says Xherdan Shaqiri’s first appearance for the Reds surpassed his expectations.

Xherdan Shaqiri comes on in the second half to set up Daniel Sturridge and score a brilliant bicycle kick as Liverpool take down Manchester United 4-1.

Steve Nicol and Dan Thomas clash on whether Jurgen Klopp’s comments about Sergio Ramos were warranted.

In news that never will have troubled the headline writers, Ben Woodburn has been sent on loan to Sheffield United, while Harry Wilson will also spend a year at Championship level with Derby County. It’s been a while now since both youngsters were first touted as Liverpool’s next big thing and almost two years since Woodburn scored his one and only first-team goal, becoming their youngest ever goalscorer.
Loan deals smack of the shop window, not very auspicious when it comes to a player’s long-term…

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Steve Nicol explains why Xherdan Shaqiri’s attitude worries him after the Swiss star completed a move to Liverpool from relegated Stoke City.
Aston Villa are battling Derby County and Stoke City for Liverpool winger Harry Wilson on loan, sources have told ESPN FC.
Wilson was left out of the Liverpool squad to face Bury in their preseason friendly on Saturday as he closes in on a loan move.
The skillful attacker is highly regarded at Anfield and was handed a new long-term deal at the club earlier this week as reward for his continued progress.
The Wales international has been chased by a host of clubs this summer on loan and Liverpool…

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Jurgen Klopp downplays Mo Salah’s impact for Liverpool and admits he doesn’t like his attack being known as a ‘fab four.’

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Philippe Coutinho offer their post-match thoughts after Liverpool’s dominant win at Bournemouth.
Liverpool winger Harry Wilson has turned down a new deal at Anfield, sources close to the club have told ESPN FC.
Wilson, 20, has been impressing for Liverpool at Premier League 2 level this term, scoring nine goals and assisting three in 10 appearances to help them to the top of the table.
He made his first-team debut last January as a substitute in the FA Cup replay win over Plymouth, but has fallen down the pecking order in Jurgen Klopp’s first team squad.
The skilful attacker also became the…

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