HARVARD, USA - Thursday, July 24, 2014: Liverpool's manager Brendan Rodgers with first team coach Mike Marsh and assistant manager Colin Pascoe during a preseason training session at the Harvard Stadium in Boston on day four of the club's USA Tour. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Brendan Rodgers in last chance saloon after being backed to turn Liverpool around this summer

In less than four weeks, Brendan Rodgers has gone from a seemingly perilous position to being the one who will decide his own fate at Anfield.

LONDON, ENGLAND - Saturday, April 4, 2015: Liverpool's Emre Can in action against Arsenal during the Premier League match at the Emirates Stadium. (Pic by Chris Brunskill/Propaganda)

10 Bold Predictions for Liverpool this Summer

With just over a month to go before the beginning of the 2015/16 Premier League season, Jack Lusby makes 10 predictions for Liverpool’s summer.

LONDON, ENGLAND - Sunday, April 17, 2011: Liverpool's Dirk Kuyt celebrates scoring an injury time equalising goal from the penalty spot against Arsenal during the Premiership match at the Emirates Stadium. (Photo by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Divided Opinion: 5 Liverpool players who fans never agreed on

Numerous Liverpool players down the years have split opinion among fans, and Henry Jackson takes a look at some of the most divisive Reds stars.

Sean O’Driscoll: The lowdown on Liverpool’s new assistant manager

We get the lowdown on Sean O’Driscoll, who is to be appointed as Liverpool’s new assistant manager.

Roberto Firmino and bringing the fun back at LFC

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Jordon Ibe has returned from loan at Derby in excellent form (Photo: David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Revisionism and the Raheem Sterling-Jordon Ibe comparison

With one likely to leave this summer and the other lauded as the new saviour, Aaron Cutler discusses the danger in comparing Raheem Sterling and Jordon Ibe.

05.12.2012, Stadio Friuli, Udine, ITA, UEFA EL, Udinese Calcio vs FC Liverpool, Gruppe A, Training, FC Liverpool, im Bild Schriftzug "UEFA Europa League", steht die zweithoechste Spielklasse der UEFa vor dem aus? // Banner "UEFA Europa League", is the second highest division of UEFA out before? during Training of Liverpool FC before the UEFA Europa League group A match between Udinese Calcio and Liverpool FC at the Stadio Friuli, Udinese, Italy on 2012/12/05. EXPA Pictures © 2012, PhotoCredit: EXPA/ Juergen Feichter

Will Liverpool Benefit From Their Involvement in the Europa League?

Liverpool are set for another season away from Champions League football and will instead join the Europa League at the group stage next season.

My Liverpool Lifetime XI, featuring a Rush, Fowler, Suarez front three

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LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Saturday, May 2, 2015: Liverpool's Raheem Sterling in action against Queens Park Rangers during the Premier League match at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Why selling Raheem Sterling is nothing like selling Luis Suarez

Selling Raheem Sterling for £50 million would not impact Liverpool like the sale of Luis Suarez did, argues guest writer John Hablitz.

Asier Illarramendi: Is Real Madrid midfielder what Liverpool need this summer?

Following persistent links with Real Madrid’s Asier Illarramendi, Jack Lusby explores whether the Spanish midfielder is the right addition for Liverpool.

LONDON, ENGLAND - Saturday, April 4, 2015: Liverpool's Joe Allen, Lazar Markovic, Lucas Leiva and captain Jordan Henderson look dejected as Arsenal score the third goal before half-time during the Premier League match at the Emirates Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Who will leave Liverpool in this summer transfer window?

Liverpool are making waves with their incomings in the transfer market, but who will they sell? Jack Lusby looks back over who could leave this summer.

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Roberto Firmino: Are Liverpool fans right to be so excited?

Following the exciting summer signing of Brazil’s Roberto Firmino, guest writer Connor McKitrick explores just why the forward can be great for Liverpool.

28.08.2010, Estadio La Rosaleda, Malaga, ESP, Primera Division, FC Malaga vs FC Valencia, im Bild Salomon Rondon the Malaga forward in action. EXPA Pictures © 2010, PhotoCredit: EXPA/ M. Gunn

Liverpool must identify the type of striker they need before pursuing targets this summer

With links currently moving between the pacy and the powerful, Liverpool need to identify the type striker they want to sign this summer, writes Jack Lusby.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Sunday, August 17, 2014: Liverpool's Rickie Lambert in action against Southampton's Nathaniel Clyne during the Premier League match at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Nathaniel Clyne: The Southampton view on Liverpool’s transfer target

With Nathaniel Clyne very much on Liverpool’s radar, we spoke to Southampton season ticket holder Richard Brereton to get the lowdown on the 24-year-old.

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Liverpool have set the transfer benchmark with Roberto Firmino deal, and now it must continue

The capture of Roberto Firmino has seen the club set a welcome precedent, and it must provide the benchmark for more transfer success, writes Ben Twelves.

Scouting Roberto Firmino: How Brazil attacker would boost Liverpool in 2015/16

Liverpool have reportedly held talks with representatives of Hoffenheim’s Roberto Firmino this summer, and here Jack Lusby explores his talents.

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Liverpool’s best possible starting XI on the opening day of the season

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COPENHAGEN, DENMARK - Wednesday, July 16, 2014: Liverpool's Tiago Ilori in action against Brondby IF during a preseason friendly match at Brøndby Stadion. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Tiago Ilori looking to establish himself at Liverpool in 2015/16

Likely facing his last chance to impress at Liverpool this summer, Tiago Ilori can still establish himself under Brendan Rodgers, writes Jack Lusby.

LONDON, ENGLAND - Monday, February 11, 2008: Blackburn Rovers's David Bentley in action against Arsenal during the Premiership match at The Emirates Stadium. (Photo by Chris Ratcliffe/Propaganda)

Dodging the bullet: 7 players who almost wore the famous Red

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BOLTON, ENGLAND - Wednesday, February 4, 2015: Liverpool's Philippe Coutinho Correia celebrates scoring the winning second goal in injury time against Bolton Wanderers during the FA Cup 4th Round Replay match at the Reebok Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

10 Reasons for Optimism Ahead of Liverpool’s 2015/16 Season

While it all seems to be doom and gloom around Liverpool this summer, Jack Lusby finds 10 reasons for supporters to be optimistic in 2015/16.

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - Sunday, November 24, 2013: Tottenham Hotspur's goalkeeper Hugo Lloris in action against Manchester City during the Premiership match at the City of Manchester Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

The best XI of players outside the Premier League top four

PJ Vaughan doesn’t see value in signing players outside the top four teams in the Premier League – with recent history proving it to be a poor strategy.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Wednesday, February 18, 2015: Liverpool's manager Brendan Rodgers during a press conference ahead of the UEFA Europa League Round of 32 1st leg match against Besiktas JK at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Brendan Rodgers – why the silence?

It’s been a very quiet month since Liverpool were humbled 6-1 at Stoke, with Brendan Rodgers giving no interviews or quotes to the press – why the silence?

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Liverpool don’t need Roberto Firmino, they need a goalscorer

Firmino might be nice, but Liverpool have much bigger priorities this summer.

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - Sunday, December 14, 2014: Liverpool's manager Brendan Rodgers during the Premier League match against Manchester United at Old Trafford. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Why Brendan Rodgers is wrong to focus on signing Premier League experienced players

As Liverpool’s transfer focus continues to centre around “Premier League-proven” players, Jack Lusby explores whether this is the right approach.

STOKE-ON-TRENT, ENGLAND - Sunday, May 24, 2015: Liverpool's Joe Allen in action against Stoke City's Steven N'Zonzi during the Premier League match at the Britannia Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Steven N’Zonzi: Stoke City midfielder could be a bargain for Liverpool this summer

Unlikely the most popular name linked with a move to Liverpool this summer, Steven N’Zonzi could still prove a bargain buy for the Reds, writes Jack Lusby.

PORT TALBOT, WALES - Thursday, November 1, 2012: England's Joseph Gomez in action against Wales during the Under-16's Victory Shield match at Victoria Road. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Joe Gomez must buck the trend to become an established Liverpool centre-back

Charlton Athletic’s young centre-back Joe Gomez faces a tough task to avoid repeating history if he joins Liverpool this summer, writes Jack Lusby.

BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - Saturday, January 17, 2015: Liverpool's Rickie Lambert celebrates scoring the second goal against Aston Villa during the Premier League match at Villa Park. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Rickie Lambert: The biggest victim of Liverpool’s blundering transfer committee

Aaron Cutler jumps to the defence of Rickie Lambert and ponders why Liverpool signed the striker.