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Omar Alderete has become one of those signings that only looks obvious in hindsight. Sunderland’s recruitment in their push to survive in the Premier League has rightly drawn attention for the headline additions, with Nordi Mukiele adding athleticism and recovery pace to the defensive unit, Enzo Le Fée giving them flair, and Granit Xhaka providing […] The post Omar Alderete Scout Report At Sunderland 2025/2026: The Black Cats’ Defensive Stabiliser – Player Analysis appeared first on Total Football Analysis.

Liverpool Step Back From Geertruida Pursuit as Defensive Plans Shift Liverpool’s recruitment strategy appears to have taken a decisive turn, with fresh reports indicating that Lutsharel Geertruida is no longer part of the club’s immediate transfer thinking. The Dutch defender, who emerged as a late option during the January window, will not be revisited as […] The post James Pearce: Liverpool have dropped out of the race to sign £20m defender appeared first on anfieldindex.com.

The game between Newcastle United and Sunderland was stopped after Black Cats player Lutsharel Geertruida reported a racist slur directed at him from someone in the crowd.

On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news from the Irish camp, plus a look back at yesterday's action in the EFL Cup final and the Premier League. Republic of Ireland report a full squad fitness ahead of their crucial World Cup playoff against Czechia in Prague. Assistant coach John O'Shea provides a positive update as preparations ramp up. Key players including Caoimhin Kelleher, Nathan Collins and Seamus Coleman have all arrived in camp. Extensive Off The Ball coverage planned, with live commentary and fan content from Prague. Drogheda United remove Joanna Byrne as co-chair following a breakdown in trust with owners Trivela Group. Benjamin Boycott steps in as sole chairperson while the club searches for replacements. Manchester City win their 9th EFL Cup with a 2–0 victory over Arsenal at Wembley. Nico O'Reilly scores both goals in a standout performance. Manager Pep Guardiola hails the club’s strength after another trophy win. Mikel Arteta urges Arsenal to use the defeat as motivation for remaining competitions. Tottenham Hotspur slide closer to relegation after a 3–0 loss to Nottingham Forest. Forest boost survival hopes and continue strong form under Vitor Pereira. Sunderland complete a dramatic league double over Newcastle United with a last-minute derby win. Newcastle boss Eddie Howe calls the defeat worse than their heavy loss to FC Barcelona. Harvey Barnes set for an England recall after strong form, rejecting interest from Scotland. Racism incident mars the derby, with Sunderland’s Lutsharel Geertruida receiving support after alleged abuse. Aston Villa beat West Ham United to move into the top four. Trent Alexander-Arnold dropped by Real Madrid for lateness, while missing out on England selection. Celtic fall to defeat against Dundee United, leaving them off the title pace. Pop star Chappell Roan apologises after an incident involving Jorginho’s daughter and her security team. Listen to live coverage of the Republic of Ireland’s crucial Word Cup Qualifier Play-off with Stephen Doyle and Stuey Byrne from this Thursday at 7 o’clock on Off The Ball on Newstalk and the GoLoud App. Eoin Sheahan will be broadcasting live from the stadium ahead of kick-off at 7-45pm, where he will be joined by a range of special guests. Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

In this clip from Journo Insight, Ste & Paul Gorst discuss the failed move for Lutsharel Geertruida and Liverpool's subsequent lack of signings in the January transfer window. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ste is here (from his kitchen) to react to the breaking news that Liverpool are in talks to sign Dutch defender Lutsharel Geertruida, who is currently on loan at Sunderland from RB Leipzig. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ste is back with the Redmen Bitesize show where he will give a bitesized look into all the news surrounding LFC today. He will be looking at transfer links to Feyenoord's Lutsharel Geertruida, as well as Barcelona not giving up on their pursuit of Luis Diaz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dan is here with the latest episode of Redmen Bitesize as he looks at Liverpool’s interest in Feyenoord right back Geertruida. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.