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9+ min ago (373+ words) Liverpool manager Arne Slot revealed Mohamed Salah's current status ahead of the upcoming match against Brighton. Saturday's game at Anfield will be his last with the team before he joins the Egyptian national team in preparation for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, he explained. During a press conference after he held a meeting with Salah on Friday, the Dutch manager stressed his desire for Salah to stay, stating that there is no reason for him to want him to leave, especially since the team has won many matches with him on the pitch. The coach indicated that the outcome of this private conversation determined the player's participation in the Brighton match, without elaborating further. He added that he will also prefer to discuss Salah's situation in his presence from now on, rather than through the media. Numerous discussions took place…...

19+ min ago (321+ words) Enzo Maresca has revealed that Cole Palmer is still playing through pain due to his groin injury ahead of Chelsea's Premier League match against Everton. Palmer has missed over 10 weeks after he was forced off in the defeat against Manchester United in September due to a groin problem. The 23-year-old then fractured his toe in a freak accident at his home last month, which delayed his return. Palmer was rested for Chelsea's 2-1 defeat to Atalanta in the Champions League this week, and speaking ahead of his side's Premier League game at home to Everton on Saturday, Maresca admitted the club need to be cautious over the midfielder's groin issue. "With Cole, it's just a matter of the more players you have that are good, the team is better,' said Maresca. "In terms of the mixed feeling, he had a session…...

26+ min ago (362+ words) Liverpool have been plunged into uncertainty over the future of Ibrahima Konat, with the French centre-back yet to commit to a new deal amid mounting interest from European giants Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid. The 25-year-old's contract runs until the summer of 2026, but his hesitation to extend has set off alarm bells at Anfield, forcing the club's hierarchy to activate an emergency succession plan for one of their most important players. Konat has been a key figure in the Reds' defensive structure when fit, forming a formidable partnership with Virgil van Dijk. However, the player's reluctance to open fresh negotiations have left sporting director Richard Hughes and manager Arne Slot contemplating the club's next steps. PSG are long-time admirers of Konat, viewing him as a natural successor to Marquinhos, while Real Madrid have placed him on their defensive shortlist for…...

27+ min ago (290+ words) Much is on the line Saturday as Liverpool returns home to Anfield to host Brighton for a Premier League showdown. After much struggle, Liverpool finally got a taste of victory Wednesday with a 1-0 win over Inter Milan. The defending champions look nothing like they did last May, but a home advantage could give them the boost they need, especially with Arne Slot's job security up for debate. Brighton will arrive at Anfield with nothing to lose, and everything to prove. Even in their post-De Zerbi era, the Seagulls have not changed much. They will surely look to press Liverpool's weaknesses and work towards a solid away win. Who will secure the win Saturday? Here's everything you need to know about Liverpool vs. Brighton, including TV channel and streaming options for the Premier League matchup. This game is available for live…...

27+ min ago (303+ words) A solid Premier League matchup is set for Saturday as Chelsea prepares to host Everton at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea is in much need of a win " though the club secured a hard-fought draw against league leader Arsenal, they then suffered a loss to Leeds United and a goalless draw at Bournemouth. The Blues are currently one point clear of Everton, and they will have to put on a strong performance if they wish to stay towards the top of the table. Considering Everton's recent success on the road, they could prove to be a tough challenge for Chelsea. The Toffees have won back-to-back away matches, the first over Manchester United and the most recent against Bournemouth, 1-0. Could they extend that streak to three? Don't miss out on this highly-anticipated match. Here's everything you need to know about Chelsea vs. Everton,…...

46+ min ago (970+ words) Arne Slot is under growing pressure at Liverpool Liverpool boss Arne Slot has been told he is "quite safe" from the sack at Anfield despite the club's questionable form this season and, as the club prepare for another vital clash against Brighton on Saturday, John Arne Riise has exclusively revealed the biggest reason for the Reds' poor form this season. The Premier League champions have suffered an alarming fall from grace this season. While Liverpool won all seven of their first matches of the season, a remarkable drop-off saw them lose nine of their next 12 games, leaving them way off the pace in the title race and facing a battle to reach the next phase of the Champions League. While Tuesday's impressive 1-0 win over Inter Milan now means they are unbeaten in four games and gets them very much back…...

50+ min ago (1426+ words) ATTAINING HER GOALS " Gabrielle Mazzaro obtained two degrees from Franciscan University of Steubenville despite having to struggle daily with migraines. Her accomplishments come from behind-the-scene journeys which involved having a routine to follow. The 23-year-old Weirton woman won the AbbVie Migraine Career Catalyst Award. -- Contributed WEIRTON " Migraines. Those who do not have them will never truly understand them. The pain. The fog. The effects they can cause, the way they steal hours, sometimes days, from a life. For Gabrielle Mazzaro, they have been a constant companion since childhood. She was only 10 when the first migraine struck. Now, at 23, she reflects how she has lived more with migraines than without. VOLUNTEERING FOR OTHERS " Weirton resident Gabrielle Mazzaro shows her online work volunteering for the Migraine World Summit, an online education and advocacy community that brings together experts and patients from around…...

1+ hour, 20+ min ago (315+ words) Crystal Palace are exploring an ambitious January swoop for Tottenham Hotspur winger Brennan Johnson, according to The Telegraph. Manager Oliver Glasner is eager to strengthen his attacking options as the Eagles look to push for European qualification in the second half of the season. Palace have identified Johnson as one of several potential attacking targets, with the Wales international seen as an ideal fit for Glasner's high-tempo system. The 24-year-old has been admired within the club for some time, and his ability to play across the forward line makes him a versatile option. Glasner's side have shown flashes of brilliance this campaign but have struggled with depth in attack. Ismaila Sarr's ankle ligament injury, coupled with his likely participation in the Africa Cup of Nations with Senegal, has left Palace short of options in wide areas. The Austrian coach is…...

1+ hour, 20+ min ago (297+ words) Arne Slot may have won his battle of wits with Mohamed Salah, but he remains under pressure as Liverpool manager. Recent wins over West Ham and Inter Milan have helped his cause, but with the defending champions 10th in the Premier League standings after 15 matches, it is imperative that regular wins are picked up over the coming weeks. Liverpool host Brighton this weekend, before matches against Tottenham, Wolves and Leeds over the festive period. Should they fail to win the majority of these fixtures, there will be more questions about whether Slot deserves to be one to stay at Anfield. If results do not continue to pick up, Slot could be on his way out, at which points candidates to replace him will be drawn up. Steven Gerrard is one possible candidate, with the Liverpool legend currently out of work. According…...

1+ hour, 25+ min ago (400+ words) Despite being Milos Kerkez's direct competition, the young left-back has insisted Liverpool still need "really important" Andy Robertson. Having played for eight years at the top level, it was a surprise when Kerkez took the experienced Robertson's place in the Liverpool team immediately after signing from Bournemouth for "40 million. While the Hungarian has struggled to adapt to life at Liverpool, he has largely remained first-choice for Arne Slot, starting 16 times this season, whereas Robertson has started just nine matches. Kerkez, though, thinks the Scotland captain is still "really important" to the squad, and he was asked by liverpoolfc.com whether competition for places would bring out the best of him. The 22-year-old replied: "Especially me, I always like to compete and show the best version of myself. "I think it's always important and especially to have competition like Robbo. You…...