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      Liverpool ‘want Bayern star Ryan Gravenberch to join Jude Bellingham in double transfer swoop in summer’

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      LIVERPOOL have reportedly identified Bayern Munich’s Ryan Gravenberch as the man they want to partner Jude Bellingham in their new-look midfield.England World Cup star Bellingham, 19, is one of the most in-demand players in world football.
      Liverpool want Bayern’s Ryan Gravenberch to partner Jude BellinghamCredit: Getty
      Liverpool and Real Madrid are believed to be leading the chase for the Dortmund midfielder, who is under contract until 2025, with Manchester United and Chelsea also keen.
      Reds boss Jurgen Klopp is desperate to rebuild his ageing engine room in the summer transfer window.
      Thiago Alcantara, who arrived in 2020, has been the only midfield addition to the squad since 2018.
      He will be 32 at the start of next season while skipper Jordan Henderson will be 33, while the future of 37-year-old James Milner remains up in the air.
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      Both Naby Keita and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain will become free agents in June and on-loan loan Arthur Melo seems certain to return to Juventus.
      Stefan Bajcetic, 18, has burst into the first-team squad over recent months but Klopp knows he must bring in reinforcements following LIverpool’s dismal campaign.
      Bellingham is his No.1 target – now Sport 1 claims that they are “monitoring Gravenberch’s situation at Bayern Munich” too.
      The 20-year-old Netherlands international joined the Bundesliga giants from Ajax at the start of the campaign but has struggled to replicate the form that earned him a big money move.
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      In fact, Gravenberch has only started one game in the top-flight this term.
      But an escape route could soon be on cards as Liverpool officials “have been privately discussing the possibility of making a move”.
      Despite there being “no concrete interest”, this fresh report states that the Premier League club have “reached out to the midfielder’s representatives” already.
      Whether Bayern are ready to do business or not remains to be seen as this update states that they currently have no desire to sell. More

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      Liverpool outcast Oxlade-Chamberlain thrown shock transfer lifeline and could play Champions League football next season

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      ALEX OXLADE-CHAMBERLAIN has reportedly been thrown a transfer lifeline by a Champions League-chasing club with the Liverpool ace set to end his disastrous spell at Anfield. The 29-year-old joined Liverpool from Arsenal in a £33.4million 2017 transfer.
      Fenerbahce are keen on forgotten Liverpool star Alex Oxlade-ChamberlainCredit: Rex
      Oxlade-Chamberlain has won some of the world’s best trophies, including a Premier League and Champions League title while playing for the Reds.
      However, on an individual level, the ex-England international has struggled for consistency, mainly due to injury.
      The winger-turned-midfielder has missed an astonishing 88 games through injury while on the books at Liverpool.
      And this summer, his stay on Merseyside is set to come to an end when his contract expires.
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      But he could get a quicker escape before the end of the season, with Fenerbahce keen on him, according to Aspor.
      The Turkish winter transfer deadline was extended to March 5.
      And Fenerbache could play a small fee to free Oxlade-Chamberlain from Liverpool should they make a move.
      Oxlade-Chamberlain has played just 11 times this season, starting five of those games.
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      The Turkish giants are currently sat second in the Super Lig, behind rivals Galatasaray by nine points.
      They could slash Galatasaray’s nine-point lead down to six as they have a game in hand.
      Fenerbahce are on course to qualify for Europe’s top club competition via the league, with the top two teams in the Turkish league earning a spot.
      They could also earn a spot by winning the Europa League.
      Fenerbahce topped Group B and will contest the round of 16 next month. More

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      ‘You obviously aren’t interested in my problems!’ – Watch Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp bizarrely rage at Spanish reporter

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      LIVERPOOL manager Jurgen Klopp snapped at a Spanish reporter for asking if he would give Real Madrid legend, Luka Modric, a new contract.The German was asked the question following Liverpool’s 5-2 Champions League round of 16 defeat to the Spanish and European champions.
      Jurgen Klopp snapped at a Spanish reporter for asking about Luka ModricCredit: Rex
      Modric is out of contract this summer and the reporter asked Klopp whetherCredit: Getty
      Liverpool raced into a two-goal lead thanks to Darwin Nunez and Mohamed Salah.
      However, they went in at the half-time break level, with Real star Vinicius Jr bagging a brace.
      Real came out for the second half and ran riot, scoring a further three goals through Eder Militao and Karim Benzema.
      Despite not scoring, Modric ran the midfield at the age of 37, drawing praise for schooling 18-year-old Reds breakthrough prospect, Stefan Bajcetic.
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      And with the Croatia and Real icon out of contract this summer, a Spanish reporter decided to ask Liverpool manager Klopp whether he’d extend Modric’s stay at the Bernabeu.
      However, Klopp was far from amused, and snapped at the reporter, declaring it’s “not one of my problems”.

      Klopp replied: “Oh god.
      “You obviously are not too much interested in my problems, so this is not one of my problems.”
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      He continued: “Yeah, fantastic player and I’m pretty sure Carlo [Ancelotti] and Real Madrid will do the right thing for the right player.”
      Klopp then quipped: “Please ask me more questions about Real Madrid players.” More

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      Gary Neville brutally trolls Liverpool with one-word putdown after outrageous 5-2 loss at home to Real Madrid

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Gary Neville has poked fun at Liverpool for their defeat to Real Madrid.The Reds were humbled at Anfield on Tuesday night as they let a two goal lead slip as Madrid hit five in the Champions League round of 16 tie.
      Gary Neville trolled Liverpool after their loss to Real MadridCredit: Getty
      The result leaves Liverpool on the brink of elimination from the European competition ahead of the reverse fixture at the Santiago Bernabeu on March 15.
      Liverpool fans were put through a wringer of emotions, including Jamie Carragher, whose reactions to the goals were caught on camera.
      And Carra’s TV pal Neville couldn’t resist another dig as he opted to poke a bit of fun at his old foes.
      The United hero tweeted: “Hola 👋.”
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      Meaning hello in Spanish, as a show of support for the LaLiga-based side.
      The tweet saw a lot of reaction from fans, with many Reds suggesting that United will be knocked out of the Europa League this week.
      One commented: “Giving it the big one when your team is playing in a Mickley Mouse cup.”
      A second wrote: “Hi Gary! Just to let you know, United will be out of Europe in 2 days.”
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      And some United fans were equally worried that Neville may have created some bad karma ahead of the clash at Old Trafford, one tweeted: “Gary! Have you not heard of schadenfreude? Wait til after Thursday night.”
      Another said: “Mate come on. Don’t jinx us.”
      United drew 2-2 with Barcelona at the Nou Camp last week and will be confident of advancing past the LaLiga giants with home advantage. More

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      Cody Gakpo is up and running for Liverpool – when does he become a viable Dream Team option?

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      BACK-TO-BACK wins over Everton and Newcastle have given Liverpool reason to be hopeful of a strong finish to the season.If the Reds are able to convert this upturn into a prolonged spell of form the likes of which fans have become accustomed to under Jurgen Klopp then a top-four finish may yet be achievable.
      In terms of trophy possibilities, the Champions League remains their only avenue and tonight’s meeting with European specialists Real Madrid will give an indication of how that pursuit may play out.
      If Liverpool are able to go deep in Europe once again then there will surely be a bounty of Dream Team points on offer.
      Liverpool may yet salvage something from an otherwise underwhelming season
      One particularly positive development in the last fortnight has been the improvement of Cody Gakpo (£3.6m).
      The Dutchman’s first few appearances following his January transfer were underwhelming at best but two goals in his last two outings suggest he’s finding his feet at Anfield.
      Where before he was wasteful and disconnected, his recent goals showed he may have necessary predatory instincts to thrive on Merseyside.
      Playing centrally with Darwin Nunez (£4.9m) and Mohamed Salah (£8m) either side of him, Gakpo was on hand to score a poacher’s tap-in against Toffees and at St James’ Park he anticipated his Egyptian team-mate’s brilliant pass before anyone else on the pitch to convert from close range again.
      The 23-year-old has also earned 7+ rating in each of his last three games, meaning he’s banked 19 points across the last three Game Weeks.
      Gakpo is up and running for Liverpool
      It goes without saying that a centre-forward representing Klopp’s Liverpool even remotely close to their best will get plenty of chances so Dream Team gaffers might start to consider Gakpo’s viability.
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      He impressed in Qatar for Netherlands and produced plenty of points in Dream Team World Cup before the Oranje were eliminated.
      And his record of nine goals and 12 assists in 14 Eredivisie appearances for PSV prior to his switch this season speaks for itself.
      It may be that this article is a tad premature; two games is a small sample size and defeat to Los Blancos this evening would be a reality check for a team that have desperately struggled for rhythm in 2022/23.
      A Dream Team World Cup favouriteCredit: GETTY
      However, experienced Dream Team bosses will know just how many points Klopp’s side are capable of producing when in full flow so it’s a situation worth monitoring closely.
      Salah is the obvious option to back when hunting Liverpool points but he comes at a mighty cost – at less than half the price, Gakpo is more feasible for those with tight budgetary constraints.
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      Liverpool vs Real Madrid: In-form Reds host Los Blancos in Champions League as Klopp plots revenge – Stream, TV

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      REVENGE is a dish best served on a cold Champions League night under the lights at Anfield… at least that’s what Jurgen Klopp is plotting as European champions Real Madrid come to town.Tuesday’s Last-16 first leg tie is a repeat of last May’s Champions League final.
      Liverpool will be hoping for revenge after last May’s Champions League final loss to Real MadridCredit: PA
      Carlo Ancelotti is familar with Anfield’s famous atmosphereCredit: Getty
      And Liverpool will be hoping for some sort of redemption for the 1-0 loss they suffered inside the Stade de France by knocking out Real Madrid and ensuring a new King of Europe is crowned in three months time.
      Klopp and Co will, of course, be hoping it turns out to be them.
      Liverpool have seemingly found their feet again at the right time.
      Klopp’s men turned their February around after recording just one Premier League win in five prior to last Monday’s 2-0 Merseyside derby win over Everton.
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      They also put top-four rivals Newcastle to the sword on Saturday, beating the Toon convincingly in their own back yard with a 2-0 win.
      Like Liverpool, Real are playing catch-up on their league objectives after a poor start to the campaign.
      They’ve won seven of their last 13 games, dropping points in LaLiga and losing to Barcelona in the Super Cup in that time – but also lifting the Club World Cup.
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      They remain behind Barcelona by eight points in their bid to retain their LaLiga title.
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      And Liverpool will be encouraged by Real’s busy schedule in between their Champions League round of 16 clashes, with Carlo Ancelotti’s men playing rivals Atletico and Barca, as well as Real Betis and Espanyol before March 15’s Bernabeu dust-up.
      What is their form like?
      Liverpool are on a two-game win streak after enduring a horrible start to 2022.
      They recorded back-to-back 2-0 wins over rivals Everton and Newcastle.
      However, in the nine games played since New Year, Liverpool have won just three with heavy defeats coming against Wolves, Brighton and Brentford.
      Real, meanwhile, are on a four-game unbeaten run across all competitions.
      They beat Osasuna 2-0 and Elche 4-0 in their last two LaLiga outings.
      Ancelotti’s men also lifted the Club World Cup after wins over Al Ahly and Al-Hilal.
      Liverpool are on a two-game win streakCredit: Getty
      Real are unbeaten in ten games across all competitions – including the Club World CupCredit: Getty
      What is the team news and any injuries to worry about? 
      Liverpool are sweating over the fitness of summer signing Darwin Nunez after the striker went off with a shoulder injury in the win over Newcastle.
      The 23-year-old scored in the game, taking his season total to 11 across all competitions.
      Luis Diaz is expected to miss the Anfield clash having just returned from a long-term injury.
      The Colombian winger could, however, play in the return leg next March.
      Midfield maestro Thiago is also due to miss out with a hip injury, while Calvin Ramsey’s season struggles with injury continue.
      As for Real, they’ve been dealt a double injury blow in midfield.
      Both Aurelien Tchouameni and Toni Kroos are not part of the squad that will fly out to Merseyside on Monday.
      Defender Ferland Mendy is also out having missed the last month with a thigh issue.
      There is also a slight concern over Karim Benzema. The Ballon d’Or holder missed out at the weekend with muscle fatigue, however Carlo Ancelotti has said “hopefully he will” be available for Liverpool.
      Darwin Nunez is an injury concern ahead of TuesdayCredit: Reuters
      Toni Kroos will miss the gameCredit: Getty
      Who will be the star men?
      The obvious star man for Liverpool will be Mohamed Salah.
      Salah hasn’t had the best of seasons – but neither have his team-mates.
      Despite this, he’s still managed 18 goals across all competitions with seven of those coming in the Champions League, making him the competition’s top scorer so far.
      He also has eight assists to his name and picked up a goal and an assist in his last two outings for Liverpool.
      January signing Cody Gakpo has seemingly found his feet.
      The Dutch international has two goals in his last two Prem appearances.
      For Los Blancos, Benzema will be one Liverpool will be hoping to nullify.
      The 35-year-old has struck 16 times this term – but none of them have come in Europe’s top club competition.
      In fact, Benzema has just four appearances in the Champions League during what has been an injury plagued season.
      Vinicius Jr is another Liverpool will be well aware of, with the Brazilian scoring the winner in last May’s final after Trent Alexander-Arnold switched off at the back post.
      The trickster, 22, has 16 goals and eight assists this season.
      Mohamed Salah has outscored Ballon d’Or winner Karim Benzema
      What have the managers said?
      Klopp said after drawing Real last year: “The first thing that we can say about this draw is it is proper Champions League.
      “This is a tie that speaks for itself and one that we should all be excited about.
      “I know we have played Real Madrid in a couple of recent finals but it is not so often that our two clubs have met in a two-legged tie so now we can look forward to this happening.
      “Real’s European record is the best around. We know this. But we also know that ours is not too bad. On top of this, we know that we have Anfield and everyone knows what this means.
      “It is a really good draw. A really exciting draw.
      “The games themselves are still a few months away but it does not take a great deal of imagination to think what the atmosphere will be like at both games.
      “There is a lot of football to be played before this, of course, so we will focus on each game as it comes but yes, this draw has given us something special to look forward to.”
      Ancelotti has said after beating Liverpool in last May’s final: “Looking back, people said oh PSG were unlucky, Chelsea were unlucky, Manchester City were unlucky, this was practically the only game where people thought we were more or less on the same level.
      “I think it helped that Liverpool were easier to decipher than the others because they have a very clear identity and we could prepare the way that we did.
      “We knew what strategy to take, don’t give them space behind the defence to run into.
      “Perhaps our football wasn’t extraordinarily beautiful tonight on an aesthetic level, but playing out from the back to incentivise their pressing wasn’t a great idea.
      “We had a few more long balls, then when their press in our half of the pitch lessened, we got to control the ball more especially in the second half.”
      Klopp and Ancelotti are well aware of the threats of their oppositionCredit: Getty
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      There’s something about Champions League nights at Anfield.
      It also happens to be against European Cup serial winners Real, so the Liverpool faithful will be up for it.
      Should he be fit, Darwin Nunez could cause some chaos, unsettling Real’s backline.
      2-1 Liverpool.
      Nunez could be the difference-maker IF he’s fitCredit: Rex
      What are the odds?
      Betfair have Liverpool’s odds at beating Real at Anfield at 5/4.
      While the bookies have Real’s chances at 21/10.
      When is Liverpool vs Real Madrid and at what time?
      Liverpool welcome Real to Anfield on Tuesday in an 8PM kick-off.
      Is the match on TV and what channel is it on?
      Yes, Liverpool vs Real will be on TV.
      The game will be shown on BT Sport 1 and BT Ultimate in the UK.
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      How can I live stream it?
      The came can be lived streamed via the BT Sport website or app.
      If you can’t access the game, SunSport will have a LIVE dedicated match blog.
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      Liverpool Champions League boost as two key Real Madrid stars OUT of squad for Anfield tie

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      REAL MADRID have two key players ruled out of their Champions League tie against Liverpool.Doubts mounted on the availability of Karim Benzema after he was forced off with a muscular injury in Madrid’s 4-0 win over Elche last week.
      Toni Kroos has been ruled out through illnessCredit: Getty
      Midfielder Toni Kroos, 33, also picked up an illness and the pair both missed Saturday’s 2-0 victory over Osasuna.
      Now boss Carlo Ancelotti’s side have confirmed that they will be missing two crucial players for Tuesday’s trip to Anfield.
      However, talisman striker Benzema is fit enough to be included in the squad for the first leg of the last-16 Champions League showdown.
      But Kroos and Aurelien Tchouameni, who make up two of Ancelotti’s preferred midfield trio, have both not been named in the squad. 
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      According to Relevo, German international Kroos suffered an intestinal infection which badly affected his weight and muscle mass.
      Meanwhile, French ace Tchouameni, 23, is still feeling the effects of flu.
      This will be news to ears of Jurgen Klopp as his team enter the contest with renewed optimism after successive victories and clean sheets against Everton and Newcastle.
      Liverpool appear to have turned a corner with Virgil van Dijk back at the heart of the defence, and attacker Cody Gakpo finding his feet.
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      The pair renew hostilities after their 2021-22 Champions League final, which saw the Spanish side win 1-0 courtesy of Vinicius Junior.
      In fact, Ancelotti’s side have the edge over their rivals having won five of the last six meetings since 2014.
      Aurelien Tchouameni will also miss the game at Anfield on TuesdayCredit: Getty More

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      Liverpool in Mason Mount transfer boost as Chelsea put contract talks on ice with star’s deal up next summer

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      LIVERPOOL have reportedly received a huge boost in their transfer pursuit of Chelsea’s Mason Mount. The Blues academy graduate is out of contract next summer and attracting interest from Premier League rivals.
      Chelsea have shelved Mason Mount’s contract talks until the summerCredit: Getty
      Liverpool are believed to be leading the chase to try and sign the star at the end of the season once he has entered the final 12 months of his package.
      Chelsea are keen to tie the England midfielder, 24, down to a long-term deal.
      However, Mount’s camp are not happy with the terms that have been discussed and rejected one extension back in the autumn.
      Boss Graham Potter has stated that he hopes Chelsea can resolve Mount’s contract situation quickly.

      But Liverpool have now received a boost in their pursuit of the ace as The Athletic claim discussions have been postponed.
      They report that “interested parties may be encouraged to learn that, currently, talks about extending Mount’s Chelsea career have been paused”.
      And they claim that “they are not expected to resume until the summer”.
      It continues to add that “Chelsea’s intention is to secure the academy graduate to fresh terms or approve a sale” once they restart.
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      New Blues owner Todd Boehly, who has splashed out a fortune already on new additions, has also made it a priority to avoid any future scenarios similar to Mount’s.
      They do not want to allow any player to enter the final two years of a contract – “let alone their final one”.
      Mount signed for Chelsea as a schoolboy aged six.
      After an impressing spell on loan at Derby County in the Championship, he has since gone on to score 33 goals in almost 200 appearances for the club and helped them to Champions League glory in 2021. More