A preview of Liverpool’s forthcoming season. Why there’s reason to be optimistic and pessimistic in equal measure but mostly, just plain uncertainty.

There are many sound reasons for the sacking of Rafael Benitez: the breakdown of his relationship with Xabi Alonso some poor mid-market signings Charlie Nicholas could never work him out (although Arrigo Sacchi did) last season I’m past caring. Like Paul Tomkins I’m ambivalent – this last season has been tough. And after defending Gerard [...]

Why Rafa Benitez will never be liked by the media – whatever he achieves.

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