Blood Red: The Liverpool FC Podcast Liverpool’s MOST EXPENSIVE signings - HIT OR MISS?
Oct 13, 2025
Mark Jones, a Liverpool Echo journalist and match analyst, dives into the highs and lows of Liverpool's most expensive signings. He discusses the evolution of stars like Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk, assessing their lasting impact. The panel also evaluates the struggles of players such as Naby Keïta and Darwin Núñez, weighing their potentials against costly performances. They explore the promising signs of newcomers like Dominik Szoboszlai and the pivotal roles of established talents. Will any of the new signings rise to glory?
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Konaté Proved Excellent Value
- Ibrahima Konaté has matured into a reliable Van Dijk partner despite inconsistent patches.
- At £36m Liverpool likely got strong long-term value from his performances and trophies.
Kerkez Needs Time To Mature
- Milos Kerkez is raw and needs time to adapt to Liverpool's demands and expectations.
- Early struggles don't negate potential to succeed as Andy Robertson's heir.
Fabinho Became World-Class
- Fabinho required an adaptation period but became world-class as a holding midfielder for Liverpool.
- His peak years were pivotal to Liverpool's major trophy-winning period.