Why Liverpool Must Change: Lessons From Brentford’s Recruitment

Are Liverpool already preparing for a busy January transfer window? On Kop Curiosities, Lola and Lewis discuss the growing indications that Liverpool remain unhappy with their full-back options, with Crystal Palace's Tyrique Mitchell and Barcelona's Alejandro Balde both linked with moves to Anfield. Lola believes the interest is credible and predicts Liverpool could make two signings in January, arguing that recruitment conversations will already be taking place behind the scenes. But who will ultimately be responsible for Liverpool's recruitment? With Richard Hughes gone, attention turns to the search for a new sporting director and reported interest in Brentford recruitment chief Lee Dykes. Lewis highlights Dykes' impressive record of identifying players suited to Brentford's system, while Lola believes the external search could ultimately end with Julian Ward taking the job. The pair also discuss the importance of Liverpool rebuilding stability behind the scenes, Andoni Iraola's reputation for developing young talent and the encouraging comments from Victor Muñoz about the new manager's demands for high pressing, repeated efforts and aggressive attacking football. There's also a final look towards Bournemouth, with Lola backing Alexander Isak to score in a 2-0 Liverpool victory while Lewis predicts a chaotic 3-2 win and backs Isak and Bradley Barcola to deliver. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices