How Sevilla and Monchi provide Liverpool with the best example of ‘Moneyball’

As Liverpool face a serious evaluation of their current transfer strategy this summer, Jack Lusby suggests FSG, the club’s owners, follow the Sevilla model.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Sunday, March 22, 2015: Liverpool's Spion Kop before the Premier League match against Manchester United at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Liverpool could take inspiration from Ajax and Bayern Munich

Stephen McGarty looks at how Liverpool could turn to former players to improve the club’s leadership off the pitch, in a manner which Ajax and Bayern Munich have adopted.

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - Wednesday, October 2, 2013: Manchester City's James Milner in action against Bayern Munich's Rafinha during the UEFA Champions League Group D match at the City of Manchester Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

James Milner: Pros and cons of Liverpool signing Man City midfielder

With Manchester City midfielder James Milner heavily linked with a free-transfer move to Liverpool this summer, Jack Lusby weighs up the pros and cons.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Tuesday, September 16, 2014: Liverpool's Mario Balotelli celebrates scoring the first goal against PFC Ludogorets Razgrad with team-mates Fabio Borini, Lucas Leiva and Raheem Sterling during the UEFA Champions League Group B match at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Should Liverpool keep or sell Lucas Leiva this summer?

Lucas Leiva’s Liverpool future appears to be up in the air this summer, and Henry Jackson assesses whether or not the Reds should hold on to the Brazilian.

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - Monday, August 25, 2014: Liverpool's Raheem Sterling looks dejected after missing a chance against Manchester City during the Premier League match at the City of Manchester Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

15 Forwards Who Could Replace Raheem Sterling If He Leaves Liverpool

With the likelihood of Raheem Sterling departing Liverpool this summer increasing by the day, Jack Lusby finds 15 forwards who could replace him.

KINGSTON-UPON-HULL, ENGLAND - Tuesday, April 28, 2015: Liverpool's Raheem Sterling feels a pain in his back against Hull City during the Premier League match at the KC Stadium. (Pic by Gareth Jones/Propaganda)

Raheem Sterling’s transfer desire is down to Liverpool’s mediocrity, and it must serve as wake-up call

Liverpool’s failure to progress on and off the pitch is the real reason behind Raheem Sterling’s desire to depart Anfield, writes Ben Twelves.

LONDON, ENGLAND - Sunday, April 19, 2015: Liverpool's manager Brendan Rodgers during the FA Cup Semi-Final match against Aston Villa at Wembley Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Ownership must act swiftly, or risk an identity crisis at Anfield

With the departure of captain Steven Gerrard, Liverpool will soon face an identity vacuum that must be filled by Brendan Rodgers, explains Jeff Linka.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Saturday, September 13, 2014: Liverpool's manager Brendan Rodgers looks dejected as his side lose 1-0 at home to Aston Villa during the Premier League match at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Liverpool FC 2014/15: A Season to Forget

As Liverpool’s 2014/15 campaign draws to a close on Saturday, Liverpudlian takes a look back at a season to forget for the Reds.

Liverpool, England - Wednesday, November 27th, 1996: Liverpool's Robbie Fowler in action during the 4-2 victory over Arsenal during the 4th Round of the League Cup at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

5 Greatest Goals of Robbie Fowler’s Liverpool Career

Robbie Fowler is the one of the most popular, talented players in the history of Liverpool Football Club, and, taking a break from the Raheem Sterling saga this week, we take a look at his five best ever goals in a Reds shirt.

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

Vilifying Raheem Sterling overlooks Liverpool’s role in saga

Vilifying the young forward is the easy option for those unwilling to ask the hard questions about what is really happening at LFC, writes Sean Duffy.

CHARLOTTE, USA - Friday, August 1, 2014: Liverpool's manager Brendan Rodgers and Raheem Sterling during a training session at the Bank of America Stadium on day twelve of the club's USA Tour. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

The Raheem Sterling Saga: 5 Key Questions For Liverpool FC This Summer

The Raheem Sterling contract saga looks set to dominate proceedings this summer, with the latest development taking place ahead of the final game of the season this weekend.

ISTANBUL, TURKEY - Thursday, February 26, 2015: Liverpool's Dejan Lovren looks dejected after missing the vital fifth penalty against Besiktas JK in the shoot-out after a 1-1 aggregate draw during the UEFA Europa League Round of 32 2nd Leg match at the Ataturk Olympic Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Can Dejan Lovren recover from nightmare first season at Liverpool?

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LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Saturday, January 18, 2014: Liverpool's owner John W. Henry and wife Linda Pizzuti before the Premiership match against Aston Villa at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

FSG: Long Time No See

FSG were conspicuous by their absence on Saturday and Aaron Cutler asks if their no-show raises deeper questions about Liverpool’s ownership.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Saturday, May 16, 2015: Liverpool supporters on the Spion Kop form a mosaic S8G in tribute for captain Steven Gerrard on his last game at Anfield during the Premier League match against Crystal Palace. (Pic by Lexie Lin/Propaganda)

Steven Gerrard’s Anfield Farewell: A view from the Kop

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LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Saturday, May 16, 2015: Liverpool's captain Steven Gerrard in action against Crystal Palace during the Premier League match at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Steven Gerrard let down on Anfield farewell, with much work to be done

It all went horribly wrong on Steven Gerrard’s final Anfield outing, with Liverpool losing 3-1 to Crystal Palace. Jack Lusby says there is much work to do.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Saturday, May 16, 2015: Liverpool's captain Steven Gerrard gees up his side as Crystal Palace score an equalising goal during the Premier League match at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Liverpool 1-3 Crystal Palace: Player Ratings

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Liverpool v Crystal Palace: Team news and predicted lineup

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CARDIFF, WALES - SATURDAY, MAY 13th, 2006: Liverpool's Steven Gerrard celebrates scoring the third goal against West Ham United during the FA Cup Final at the Millennium Stadium. (Pic by Jason Roberts/Propaganda)

A Tribute To Steven Gerrard: Liverpool’s Greatest Ever

With Steven Gerrard’s final Anfield appearance on the horizon, Henry Jackson pens his own personal tribute to the legendary Liverpool captain.

KIRKBY, ENGLAND - Monday, February 16, 2015: Liverpool's captain Cameron Brannagan in action against Sunderland during the Under 21 FA Premier League match at the Kirkby Academy. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

3 Liverpool Academy Stars Who Should Make Their Premier League Debut This Season

After Jerome Sinclair made his Premier League debut against Chelsea, Jack Lusby selects three Liverpool Academy stars who should follow him this season.

LONDON, ENGLAND - Wednesday, April 2,2008: Liverpool's captain Steven Gerrard MBE crosses for the equalising goal against Arsenal during the UEFA Champions League Quarter-Final 1st Leg match at the Emirates Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Steven Gerrard’s Top 10 Assists

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Steven Gerrard’s most important Anfield goal relived — Liverpool 3-1 Olympiakos

Ahead of his final game as a Liverpool player at Anfield on Saturday, Steven Gerrard spoke this week of his most important goal in front of the Kop — on 8 December 2004.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Tuesday, February 19, 2008: Liverpool's captain Steven Gerrard MBE scores the second goal against FC Internazionale Milano in the UEFA Champions League First Knockout Round 1st Leg match at Anfield. (Photo by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Steven Gerrard’s Top 5 Anfield Moments

Ahead of Steven Gerrard’s last Anfield appearance this weekend, Simon Collings picks out his top 5 Gerrard moments at the home of the Reds.

LONDON, ENGLAND - Sunday, April 19, 2015: Aston Villa's Christian Benteke celebrates scoring the first equalising goal against Liverpool during the FA Cup Semi-Final match at Wembley Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Christian Benteke: Why Liverpool must avoid “£32 million” Aston Villa striker

Christian Benteke is regularly cited as Liverpool’s top priority when it comes to signing a striker this summer, and Jack Lusby believes this is a mistake.

CARDIFF, WALES - Tuesday, August 12, 2014: Sevilla's Carlos Bacca in action against Real Madrid's Pepe during the UEFA Super Cup at the Cardiff City Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Carlos Bacca: Is Sevilla’s unsung 20-goal striker the right fit for Liverpool?

With Liverpool in desperate need of a prolific goalscoring centre-forward this summer, Jack Lusby assesses whether Sevilla’s Carlos Bacca is the right fit.

Fowler, McAteer & Hamann — Greatest moments in Liverpool shirts

Robbie Fowler, Jason McAteer and Didi Hamann were all great servants to Liverpool Football Club, and we remember their finest hours in a Reds shirt.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Sunday, August 17, 2014: Liverpool's Raheem Sterling celebrates scoring the first goal against Southampton during the Premier League match at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Raheem Sterling to leave Liverpool this summer? How much would it hurt LFC?

With reports emerging that Raheem Sterling has put his Southport home on the market, how much his potential move away from Liverpool will affect the club.

CARDIFF, WALES - Tuesday, August 12, 2014: Sevilla's Carlos Bacca in action against Real Madrid's Pepe during the UEFA Super Cup at the Cardiff City Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Wanted: One high-class, experienced centre-forward for Liverpool FC

The overriding transfer priority for Liverpool this summer is a proven, top-level goalscorer, but who can fill the void? Jack Lusby has eight suggestions.