Liverpool transfer news and rumors today LIVE: Salah statement, Arne Slot future, Alonso agreement

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"It’s way off the standards expected at this football club."Curtis Jones and Mohamed Salah during a Liverpool training session.(Image: Nikki Dyer - Liverpool FC via Getty Images)Today16:45 BSTLiverpool stars react to Mohamed Salah statementMohamed Salah's teammates have reacted to the Liverpool man's post on social media in which he called for a return of "heavy metal" soccer at Anfield following a 12th league defeat of the season.On Instagram, Salah's post was liked by teammates including Dominik Szoboszlai, Andy Robertson and Milos Kerkez. Zara Shaw was on the scoresheet for the Reds, who finished 11th out of 12 in the standings.Olivia Smith of Arsenal runs with the ball under pressure from Grace Fisk of Liverpool.(Image: Jess Hornby - WSL Football via Getty Images)Today14:42 BSTHughes tipped for exitRichard Hughes is being linked with a Liverpool exit, with reports suggesting the sporting director could leave Anfield at the end of the season to reunite with former teammate Simon Francis.Hughes has faced mounting speculation over his future at Liverpool in recent months, with sections of the fanbase questioning whether he is the right figure to oversee a crucial phase of squad rebuilding.Although still relatively early in his tenure as sporting director, Hughes has come under increasing scrutiny following criticism of Liverpool’s transfer business during the summer of 2025.Today13:58 BSTChiesa set to leaveFederico Chiesa's exit from Liverpool appears inevitable this summer.The Italian has failed to nail down a regular starting spot under Arne Slot in his two seasons with the club.Now, Fabrizio Romano reports that he will be moving on at the end of the season with a return to Serie A likely.Today12:57 BSTFamily tiesReports from the Netherlands suggest Dirk Kuyt's nephew could be on his way to English soccer.Jan Plug plies his trade with Dutch side FC Dordrecht but has reportedly attracted interest from a number of clubs.One of them is Watford and it is reported that inquiries have been made for the 21-year-old's availability.Today12:16 BSTWhy Reds didn't approach AlonsoLiverpool has reportedly not got in contact with Anfield legend Xabi Alonso over a managerial role, as they believe Arne Slot is still the right man for the job despite a record-breakingly poor season.The defeat against Aston Villa was Liverpool's 12th loss of the season.

Alonso, 44, has been without a club since January, following his dismissal by Real Madrid after a turbulent seven-month stint at the Bernabeu.The Spaniard previously held the reins at Bayer Leverkusen, where he masterminded a remarkable unbeaten campaign, ending Bayern Munich's 11-year grip on the Bundesliga title while also claiming the German Cup.Having assessed the credentials of Andoni Iraola and Marco Silva, Chelsea is now convinced that Alonso is the ideal man to succeed caretaker boss Calum McFarlane, who will be at the helm for Saturday's FA Cup final against Manchester City - with Liverpool opting against pursuing him.Today11:07 BSTPennant wants Slot firedFormer Liverpool star Jermaine Pennant has brutally called out the club's owners, Fenway Sports Group (FSG), regarding their decision to keep Arne Slot on board despite poor results this season.It was another challenging night for the travelling Liverpool supporters. This is a new record for the club in a 38-game campaign.READ MORE.Today10:21 BSTWatkins rubs salt into woundsOllie Watkins was able to take full advantage of a "disjointed" Liverpool defense at Villa Park on Friday as Unai Emery's men secured a place in next season's Champions League.Liverpool will have to wait another week — until the final game of the season — to ensure that it finishes inside the top five spots.

Liverpool will finish the season without any trophies, while Champions League qualification is still not secure before the final game of the campaign.Much has been made of the Reds’ problems this season, with Slot coming under increasing pressure for his job as fans grow more and more restless with his side’s performances. Carragher though feels the problems started before a ball was even kicked.READ MOREToday08:16 BSTElliott's transfer lifelineHarvey Elliott could be on the move this summer after his nightmare Aston Villan loan spell.Arne Slot confirmed that Elliott would return to Liverpool for pre-season but his long-term future at Anfield is uncertain.According to BILD, RB Leipzig is weighing up a move for Elliott but is also considering a permanent bid for Brighton star Brajan Gruda, which could prove a stumbling block.Today07:44 BSTAdam Wharton latestLiverpool has been told the fee it may take to sign Adam Wharton from Crystal Palace.The England international has caught the eye of Manchester United in recent months but Liverpool is known to be a long-term admirer.And ex-Eagles star Clintan Morrison believes it could take a fee of $95M to sign Wharton, with Palace expected to cash in this summer.Today07:16 BSTCamara battleLiverpool is being tipped to rival Newcastle for Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara.The Senegal international has caught the eye this season with a number of Premier League clubs monitoring his progress.Foot Mercato reports that Newcastle has stepped up its pursuit of the midfielder, who will cost $58M, with Liverpool tipped to respond with their own approach.Today07:16 BSTSlot latestArne Slot knocked back more questions over his future after Liverpool’s defeat to Aston Villa, which leaves the Reds’ Champions League hopes hanging in the balance.Liverpool went into its penultimate game of the campaign at Villa Park knowing that victory would secure a top-five finish in the Premier League, and with it a place at Europe’s top table once again.Liverpool’s latest failure will almost certainly see questions over Slot’s future as head coach grow.