Blood Red: The Liverpool FC Podcast Transfer deadline drama: Isak signs and Guehi dream collapses
Sep 4, 2025
Dramatic transfer deadline discussions take center stage as the hosts unpack Isak's groundbreaking signing and the heartbreak over Guehi's failed deal. They explore Liverpool's ambitions and player dynamics while reflecting on the emotional toll of transfers. Leadership shifts, like Robertson's vice-captaincy, spark conversation about team cohesion. The challenges of recruiting new talent against a backdrop of fierce competition and financial dynamics weave a rich narrative, blending football insights with entertaining banter.
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Isak Deal Ends Long Saga
- Liverpool signed Alexander Isak for around £125–130m, ending a long, acrimonious saga with Newcastle.
- The transfer is a British-record signing and now places pressure on Isak to regain his last-season form despite not playing since May.
Glasner Stood Firm Over Olise
- Liverpool's bid for Michael Olise collapsed late after Palace stood firm and manager Oliver Glasner resisted selling.
- Palace kept their captain to protect squad stability and because Glasner publicly vowed to fight to retain key players.
Elliott Sale Shaped By PSR
- Harvey Elliott moved to Aston Villa on a loan with obligation to buy, reflecting PSR-driven trading dynamics.
- Liverpool included buyback clauses to preserve future options while balancing finances under PSR rules.