The Ripple Effect with James Lawrence Allcott Where Will Liverpool Be in 2029?
Jan 9, 2026
Paul Machin, a football pundit and content creator, shares insights on Liverpool's future. He discusses how the club might replace Salah, the importance of upcoming contracts, and the potential tactical shift with Arne Slot. Paul evaluates the squad's depth, including Gakpo's role and young talents like Curtis Jones. He reflects on managerial styles, the possibility of Xabi Alonso stepping in, and the club's recruitment strategy. With a mix of optimism and caution, Paul paints an intriguing picture of Liverpool in 2029.
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Fan Perspective Changes With Life Stage
- Paul Machin says his own changing life stage alters how he analyses Liverpool and makes criticism more draining.
- He warns creators must consider their audience when shaping public reactions to poor performances.
Managerial Change Feels Like The Easy Fix
- Paul argues Liverpool face a Sword of Damocles because sacking the manager is the easy public answer.
- He contrasts 'stick' and 'twist' club cultures to explain differing fan expectations about managerial turnover.
Global Growth Changes Fan Expectations
- Liverpool's global growth broadened its fanbase and changed expectations about style and success.
- Paul says that wider appeal brings fans with different standards and makes maintaining identity harder.