Jurgen Klopp
January 2026
Klopp will return to the Anfield dugout for a Liverpool vs Dortmund legends charity match, serving as Dalglish’s assistant; Gerrard will captain Liverpool. The game is staged during the international break with proceeds supporting LFC Foundation and Forever Reds activities; Klopp is also an honorary ambassador for the foundation.
Roberto De Zerbi
January 2026
De Zerbi is under major pressure after Marseille failed to reach the Champions League playoffs, losing heavily and missing out when Benfica grabbed the last qualifying spot on goal difference. Marseille were thrashed 3-0 by Brugge and had conceded six goals across two UCL games; De Zerbi apologised and called it a “very bad day,” while Benatia aimed his anger at the players, saying the performance should have consequences and describing it as shameful.
Michael Carrick
January 2026
Maguire said Carrick remains the sharpest passer at the club and is hands-on in sessions, reinforcing the impact of the new coaching setup at Carrington. Maguire described Carrick stepping into drills for demonstrations and “banging it through the lines,” using minimal touches to set the standard while the squad repeats the work at volume.
Steven Gerrard
January 2026
Gerrard criticised Slot for suggesting Liverpool’s early Champions League exit to PSG helped them win the league, saying it undermines fans who invested emotionally and financially in Europe. Gerrard argued Liverpool were already 15 points clear when eliminated, so framing the exit as beneficial feels dismissive to supporters who felt the European elimination was a genuine failure.
Tottenham Hotspur supporters
January 2026
Protest group is calling for a coordinated 75th-minute stadium walkout to highlight anger at board decisions, pricing, and transfer strategy. Organisers want empty seats during a high-profile live broadcast to force visibility and pressure ownership, urging fans to watch the end from nearby pubs.
Luis Enrique
January 2026
PSG have reportedly opened negotiations to extend Luis Enrique’s contract, making a Manchester United move unlikely despite him being on United’s shortlist. PSG want to remove uncertainty with less than 18 months left and are prioritising renewal after major success, with Enrique shaping recruitment and squad direction alongside Campos and backing youth additions like Dro Fernandez.
Wilson Odobert, Kolo Muani
January 2026
Odobert and Kolo Muani were involved in a motorway accident on the M25; both were seen safe at the scene and Kolo Muani was confirmed uninjured. The incident reportedly involved Kolo Muani’s car with visible damage and airbags deployed, caused traffic disruption and an oil cleanup, and occurred while traveling to the airport from Enfield
Arne Slot
January 2026
Slot said Liverpool’s early Champions League exit to PSG last season may have helped them win the Premier League by giving extra prep time, which has upset sections of the fanbase. He cites the PSG tie and the added weekly preparation as a competitive advantage for the league run-in, despite calling the tie the best match he has been involved in.
Alvaro Arbeloa
January 2026
Arbeloa says he told Bellingham to “stop running” in training, praising his work rate and leadership while urging him to manage output and conserve energy. Arbeloa frames Bellingham as a long-term cornerstone, highlighting his intensity 48 hours after a match and suggesting smarter energy management for longevity and performance balance.
Alan Shearer
January 2026
Shearer argues Amorim’s refusal to move away from a back-three system contributed to failure, with Carrick’s immediate switch to a 4-2-3-1 framed as proof the squad fits a different setup. The criticism focuses on tactical rigidity and lack of adaptation, contrasting it with Carrick’s rapid results and more conventional structure.
