Fulham’s teenage sensation Ryan Sessegnon has been earning attention for all the right reasons. He has already established himself as one of the most promising young stars in the Championship for his blistering displays on the left flank. Despite being a defender, the player is notorious for making generous contributions to the attack as well. We all got to see more than a glimpse of his capabilities as he scored a stunning brace in a match against Burton Albion.
Considering the kind of high-pressing, attacking displays Liverpool have put up ever since Jurgen Klopp took charge, it comes as no surprise that we were linked with a move to sign him.
At just 17 years of age, Sessegnon is the ideal mix of pace, power, creativity, stability and raw talent. Moreover, he has garnered quite a lot of experience as well, meaning he will be considered for first-team opportunities regardless of who he joins. Although we were aggressively pursuing him last summer, the youngster chose to stay put and snub the opportunity to play in the Premier League.
His current contract lasts until 2020 and the Championship outfit are understood to be demanding £50million for his signature. Ordinarily, that sum would have been considered outrageously expensive for a defender, let alone a teenager. However, anybody who has seen Sessegnon play will understand why he is valued at such an exorbitant amount.
Regardless, that has not stopped Liverpool fans from urging the club owners to bring him to Anfield. His performance against Burton Albion was so convincing that it sent several Reds fans into a frenzy and given his potential, one cannot blame them.
Ryan Sessegnon has 16 career goals from LB/LW and he’s only 17. Mad.
— Samue (@VintageSalah) January 20, 2018
RYAN SESSEGNON needed at my liverpool https://t.co/YVwG3u8cA3 level.the future. pic.twitter.com/0c9Dq9A34d
— LFC. Y.N.W.A. (@ShakirAdams) January 21, 2018
https://twitter.com/bjornarsimonse1/status/954893577720655874
Why liverpool arent going all out to sign ryan sessegnon is mad the kids fucking boss
— Jordan Davis (@Jdavis_00) January 2, 2018
I’d defo sign Ryan Sessegnon he looks class and he’s only 17-18. He’s scored quite a few goals from LB. get him signed.
— Mark (@Batchowski) January 21, 2018
@LFC Why haven't we purchased Ryan Sessegnon, yet??? #DoIt
— Captain Anhedonia (@keswickbro) January 21, 2018
If Liverpool are going to do any buy now for the summer deals I think Sessegnon should be on that list and I'd even let him stay at Fulham next season
— Andy (@AndyTheRed83) January 20, 2018
Do you agree with that? Should we make a serious approach to land Sessegnon? Let us know what you think in the comments!
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“Show me a club with more heart” – Some Liverpool fans shower love on Klopp and Sir Kenny Dalglish for meeting 104-year-old fan
Jurgen Klopp in training
There was one special fan who got the chance to meet Jurgen Klopp and Sir Kenny Dalglish after Liverpool’s 4-3 win over Crystal Palace, 104-year-old Bernard Sheridan.
The fan was specially invited to the game by Klopp, and it was incredible seeing the supporter meet the legend Dalglish and our current manager.
The fan seemed excited to meet Klopp and also shared a joke or two with Dalglish, and he certainly would have enjoyed the game, even though we made tough work of Palace.
The supporter was just a few days away from his birthday and it was a great present, to be fair.
The moment 104-year-old Reds fan, Bernard Sheridan, met Jürgen Klopp and Sir Kenny Dalglish after the Palace game.
Happy birthday, Bernard. ❤ pic.twitter.com/YMcAotaDmv
— Liverpool FC (@LFC) January 22, 2019
The Reds have been on overdrive regarding their meetings with fans in recent weeks, and acts such as these bring the supporters closer to the club.
Klopp and the rest of the team have created an incredible atmosphere at Anfield, and the fans seem to be doing their bit as well.
The win over Palace ensured we have a four point lead over Manchester City going into a mini-break, and we need to keep picking up the points.
The Reds haven’t won the Premier League ever, and with the backing of fans such as Sheridan, there is a chance of us breaking the duck.
Several Liverpool fans were pleased with this latest touch and shared their reactions on Twitter.
@KevRedCon this is what Liverpool fc is all about.
— John kelly (@jonhkelly1981) January 22, 2019
My Liverpool is more than a football club………Family, and we look after our own
— kenny (@Kennedy20686482) January 22, 2019
He has seen more than any reds out there.Hope he gets to see us win the league this time
— Neymar (@Suvendra6) January 22, 2019
Wow. ❤️💯 Show me a club with more heart for reals! 🔥
— Liverpool stan ✊ (@MelissaJacobs12) January 22, 2019
love the King and Klopp and respect their hectic schedule. How nice if they could have invited him for a cup of tea to hear about the old days of the club…like the early 20th century.
— Mick (@MICKDXB) January 22, 2019
Sir Kenny a class act
— Liam Smith (@Liam229Smith) January 22, 2019
It’s lovely to see such warm gestures from a club that’s so close to my heart. Feels like I’ve been there, although I’ve never been. Would love to meet them all one day. Hopefully soon. #YNWA
— R Mansingh (@rmansinghani) January 22, 2019
This is Anfield, where dreams are made.
— Howard howface (@HowardHomix1) January 22, 2019
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Liverpool set to break world-record annual net profit for football clubs
Liverpool players celebrate a win
Premier League leaders Liverpool could become the first football to post an annual net profit of more than €100million, according to Inside World Football (h/t Mirror).
The Reds had a fantastic campaign last season reaching the Champions League final. The report claims that the Reds banked €81.3million as they finished the competition as runners-ups, and since they did not take part in the Champions League in 2016-17, this is seen as a top-line growth.
There were some major signings at the club with Mohamed Salah, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Virgil van Dijk signing, but their costs will most likely be spread over their contract lengths, as per the report. Liverpool also sold Philippe Coutinho to Barcelona in January for around €130million.
The report adds that the Reds recorded a turnover of €364million in 2016-17 but that should jump up to more than €450million when the accounts are published by Companies House in March.
Liverpool players celebrate against Arsenal
The Mirror adds that Inside World Football’s calculations came after a UEFA statement claimed that Leicester City had held the previous record thanks to their Champions League exploits after winning the Premier League.
Liverpool also have had several sponsorship deals over the years since FSG took over, and this latest news shows how healthy the club is financially.
We have also spent money wisely with most of our transfers working out, and this season is a testament to how far we have come under Jurgen Klopp.
The Reds lead the Premier League and are still competing in the Champions League. Hopefully, we make the season count and win a trophy under Jurgen Klopp.
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“I see him staying with us for the next two or three years” – Blow for Klopp as Bundesliga boss claims Liverpool target isn’t moving soon
Timo Werner of RB Leipzig
Liverpool face a tough task of signing Timo Werner from RB Leipzig after Ralf Rangnick’s later comments.
The German striker has been one of the brightest stars for the Bundesliga side and even represented the national team at the 2018 World Cup.
Werner is just 22, and the Mirror reports that the Reds have been linked with a move for the Bundesliga ace.
Bayern Munich are also keeping tabs on the versatile forward, as per the report, but Rangnick believes Leipzig could keep Werner.
Speaking to Sky Germany (h/t Mirror), Rangnick also conceded that battling Munich’s interest will be difficult:
“If Bayern are serious, then it will be difficult for us. But they often play with one striker, so I see him staying with us for the next two or three years.”
The report adds that the Leipzig boss also claimed Werner would not be leaving to a rival club in the January window.
The forward has scored 11 times from 18 Bundesliga games this season and can play as the central striker or wide left.
The 22-year-old would make an excellent addition to the Liverpool team, and he would provide cover to our front three.
Rangnick’s comments are expected as no club would want to lose their top player, especially to a rival club, and it will be interesting to see how things develop in the summer regarding the striker.