Walk On: The Athletic FC's Liverpool show

Where are all the signings?

James Pearce and Andy Jones join Tony Evans to reflect on Liverpool’s pre-season tour of the USA — and to ask the big question: where are all the signings?With the new season fast approaching, the panel assess a quiet transfer window so far, including the latest on potential incomings, uncertainty around key players and whether pressure is building on the club to act. The lads also wrap up the pre-season tour, from standout performers like Trey Nyoni and Rio Ngumoha to the concerns exposed in the defeat to Leeds, as well as that moment involving Jones, Szoboszlai and Tsimikas in New York.Want to get in touch with your thoughts? Email: walkon@theathletic.comHost: Tony EvansWith: Andy Jones & James PearceProducers: Guy Clarke & Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How big should Liverpool go for Barcola?

James Pearce and Simon Hughes join Tony Evans to dive into Liverpool’s growing interest in Bradley Barcola, with PSG’s £145m valuation setting up a major decision for the club. Is he the right long-term replacement for Mohamed Salah, or would Liverpool be better spreading their resources across multiple attacking options?James also brings the latest from Liverpool’s pre-season tour in the United States, including his insight from Nashville and New York, reaction to wins over Sunderland and Wrexham, and what Andoni Iraola’s early influence is telling us about the team.Off the pitch, things are just as intriguing. The Athletic’s Matt Slater joins to break down the latest on Fenway Sports Group’s potential minority sale.Want to get in touch with your thoughts? Email: walkon@theathletic.comHost: Tony EvansWith: Simon Hughes, James Pearce & Matt SlaterProducers: Guy Clarke & Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Iraola outlines transfer priority as tour starts & Kevin Keegan remembered

James Pearce and Andy Jones join Tony Evans as Liverpool kick off their US pre-season tour, with James reporting from on the ground after a less-than-smooth journey across the Atlantic.The panel dissect Iraola’s first press conference of the tour, where key talking points included transfer priorities, the future of big names like Mac Allister and positive contract news around Dominik Szoboszlai.Off the pitch, there’s a look at Fenway Sports Group’s latest potential investment developments, plus Andy provides insight into new goalkeeping coach Alejandro Rosalen and what he brings to the setup.Finally the guys pay tribute to Liverpool legend Kevin Keegan, reflecting on his immense contribution to the club and his lasting legacy in English football.Want to get in touch with your thoughts? Email: walkon@theathletic.comHost: Tony Evans
With: Andy Jones & James Pearce
Producers: Guy Clarke & Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"We need more players" Iraola spells out Liverpool transfer reality

James Pearce, Simon Hughes and Andy Jones join Tony Evans to react to Iraola’s first press conference. As the new head coach openly admitted that Liverpool need more signings, there’s a debate over whether the club are already playing catch-up in the transfer window and what kind of backing he will receive.There’s also discussion around Michael Edwards’ confirmed exit and what it means for Liverpool’s long-term structure under FSG, with questions over whether the club are drifting from the model that once made them so effective in the transfer market.Plus the guys review how the club’s players have fared at the World Cup, and what it all means heading into the US tour and new season.Want to get in touch with your thoughts? Email: walkon@theathletic.comHost: Tony EvansWith: Andy Jones, Simon Hughes & James PearceProducers: Guy Clarke & Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is there a lack of leadership at Liverpool?

Sporting Director Richard Hughes is expected to leave Liverpool and join Saudi club Al Hilal.Tony Evans is joined by Simon Hughes and James Pearce to discuss whether this leaves a void in leadership at the top of the club. What will it mean for Michael Edwards, and will it have any impact on this summer’s transfer window?The team also discuss the new coaching set up under Andoni Iraola. Who has the new boss brought with him and what are their roles?Plus, with Andy Robertson leaving this summer, who should be the next vice-captain? And are there enough leaders in the squad with Mo Salah also departing.Want to get in touch with your thoughts?Email: walkon@theathletic.comProduced by Guy Clarke and Xavi Bird. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.