Andy Jones

England

Staff Writer at The Athletic

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Articles

Florian Wirtz showed exactly why Liverpool want him

3 weeks ago | nytimes.com | Andy Jones

With a deft flick of his head, Florian Wirtz provided the moment all Liverpool supporters wanted. As negotiations continue between Liverpool and Bayer Leverkusen over a club-record transfer of more than £109million ($148m), Germany's 2-1 Nations League semi-final defeat to Portugal was the first time Wirtz was in action since it became clear that the Premier League champions are his preferred destination. There was no hiding that all eyes would be on the 22-year-old.
Liverpool goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher joins Brentford

3 weeks ago | nytimes.com | Andy Jones

Caoimhin Kelleher has joined Brentford from Liverpool in a deal that could be worth £18million ($24.3m). The Athletic reported at the beginning of June Liverpool had accepted an offer from Brentford for the goalkeeper. The initial fee is £12.5m rising to £18m with add ons. The 26-year-old's Liverpool contract was set to expire in the summer of 2026 and the club valued him at £20m going into the summer window.
How 'Slot-ball' propelled Liverpool to the Premier League title at the first time of asking

1 month ago | nytimes.com | Andy Jones |Mark Carey

Ripping up the work done by Jurgen Klopp was never part of Arne Slot's plan when he arrived at Liverpool. One of the key factors in the club deciding to appoint the Dutchman as their head coach to follow in Klopp's footsteps was the similarities in style. "We are going to try to work on what Jurgen left behind and we will see a lot of similar things," Slot told the club website in his first interview.
Slot makes history, Salah makes headlines and Nunez's big moment

1 month ago | nytimes.com | Andy Jones

From thoughts of transition to a month-long title celebration, Liverpool's season has surpassed all expectations. A new head coach and a step into the unknown brought trepidation, but that quickly evaporated as Arne Slot's side trampled over the competition to win the Premier League at a canter. There have been so many special moments along the way, but the party from the day they won it to the forthcoming parade will go down in history. The Athletic reflects on a triumphant campaign.
'Adapting to my new Liverpool role might have looked easy, but it was not'

1 month ago | nytimes.com | James Pearce |Andy Jones

A smile creeps across Ryan Gravenberch's face as he reflects on the events of the past nine months. "If you had said this to me before the start of the season, I wouldn't have believed you," he says. "But everything we dreamed of came true. I'm really happy."On Sunday, the Liverpool midfielder will get his hands on the Premier League trophy at Anfield and, on Monday, he will be part of a bus parade around the city expected to attract around a million people.
Arne Slot 'wasn't completely happy' with Trent Alexander-Arnold's training at start of season

1 month ago | nytimes.com | Andy Jones

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has revealed "he wasn't completely happy" with Trent Alexander-Arnold's application in training at the beginning of the season. Alongside discussions where Slot and the right-back, who has announced he is leaving the club at the end of the season when his contract expires, talked about ways to improve his defending, the Dutchman also highlighted that he wanted to see more from him at certain moments in sessions.
What's next for Jonathan David?

1 month ago | bvmsports.com | Andy Jones |Thom Harris

May 21, 2025 12:07 am EDT Buying a high-quality striker usually costs a lot of money, so when one becomes available as a free agent, naturally there is plenty of interest. This summer, Jonathan David will be available for no transfer fee after announcing last week he will leave French top-flight side Lille at the end of his contract. "I wanted to tell you myself that, after so many years at the club, it's time for me to say goodbye," David said in his announcement video.
What's next for Jonathan David?

1 month ago | nytimes.com | Andy Jones |Thom Harris

Buying a high-quality striker usually costs a lot of money, so when one becomes available as a free agent, naturally there is plenty of interest. This summer, Jonathan David will be available for no transfer fee after announcing last week he will leave French top-flight side Lille at the end of his contract. "I wanted to tell you myself that, after so many years at the club, it's time for me to say goodbye," David said in his announcement video. "I've spent five wonderful seasons here.
Alexis Mac Allister ruled out of Liverpool's final Premier League game

1 month ago | nytimes.com | Andy Jones

Arne Slot has ruled Alexis Mac Allister out of Liverpool's final game of the season. The midfielder was not involved in the 3-2 defeat by Brighton and played his final game of the season against Arsenal last Sunday. Slot referenced the 26-year-old's "Argentinian mentality", implying that Mac Allister had been playing through the pain barrier in recent months. "Alexis will not play for us this season anymore," Slot told reporters during his post-match news conference.
Jeremie Frimpong and Liverpool: What we're hearing

1 month ago | nytimes.com | Andy Jones |James Pearce

Liverpool are lining up a potential deal to sign Bayer Leverkusen's Jeremie Frimpong as they plan for a future without Trent Alexander-Arnold. The 24-year-old has emerged as one of the most in-demand right-backs in Europe, with 14 goals and 12 assists in 47 appearances across all competitions last season as he helped Leverkusen go unbeaten to clinch the Bundesliga title.