James Pearce and Simon Hughes are alongside Tony Evans as we look ahead to Wednesday’s return to action in the Merseyside derby.The guys discuss the importance of the derby from the feeling on Merseyside to what it means to the international fanbase too. We also talk about the once proposed idea of Liverpool and Everton sharing joined stadia on Stanley Park!Plus there’s the latest team news, discussion around FSG’s interest in adding Malaga to their desired multi-club portfolio as well as news of the Reds’ planned pre-season tour of Hong Kong and Japan.Host: Tony EvansWith: James Pearce and Simon HughesProducer: Guy Clarke Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James Pearce is back alongside Simon Hughes and Tony Evans just in time to address the increased activity and discussion around the future of Trent Alexander-Arnold.On Tuesday, The Athletic's David Ornstein reported Real Madrid are working to close a deal for the right-back who will be a free agent in the summer.As well as the panel sharing their thoughts on the situation there is also discussion around where it leaves Liverpool, how they got into this position and what it means for Alexander-Arnold's legacy.We want to hear about you and your podcast habits. Go to theathletic.com/athletic/survey25 to fill out a quick survey and be in with the chance of winning £/$100 Amazon vouchers.Host: Tony EvansWith: James Pearce and Simon HughesProducer: Guy Clarke Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Weatherspoon, a football finance writer at The Athletic, dives into Liverpool's financial health, outlining their recent £57 million loss and the impact on summer spending. The discussion reveals the club's projected record revenues while emphasizing the need for smart financial management. Topics include the significance of past performance on future strategies, player sales for reinvestment, and maintaining sustainability amidst rising operational costs. Fans are encouraged to balance optimism with realistic expectations as Liverpool navigates this critical phase.

James Pearce and Andy Jones are alongside Tony Evans after a bruising couple of results for the Reds.With matters calming down on-pitch, today we take a look ahead to the summer transfer window: who's staying, who's going and where must the Reds strengthen to stay competitive in the Premier League and Champions League next season.Host: Tony EvansWith: James Pearce and Andy JonesProducers: Guy Clarke and Nick Thomson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James Pearce and Simon Hughes are alongside Tony Evans to pick the bones out of Liverpool's Carabao Cup Final defeat at the hands of Newcastle United.From Alexis Mac Allister marking Dan Burn to Mohamed Salah's lack of involvement and the impact of missing Trent Alexander-Arnold, the panel delve through all aspects of the performance to assess whether it was Liverpool's worse cup final showing.Plus there's a discussion around the longevity left in this Liverpool squad as well as Arne Slot's 'trust' of the depth available to him.Host: Tony EvansWith: James Pearce and Simon HughesProducer: Guy Clarke Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James Pearce and Simon Hughes are alongside Tony Evans to reflect on the Reds' Champions League elimination to Paris Saint-Germain before looking ahead to Sunday's Carabao Cup Final.After Tuesday's 1-0 defeat at Anfield to PSG, Arne Slot's side were eventually dumped out of Europe on penalties with the panel discussing the nature of the loss, as well as answering a listener question around Alisson Becker's penalty record.There's also a look at the impact of the run of matches Liverpool have faced in recent weeks before looking ahead to Sunday's meeting with Newcastle United at Wembley.Host: Tony EvansWith: James Pearce and Simon HughesProducers: Guy Clarke and Nick Thomson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tony Evans is joined by Simon Hughes and James Pearce, the discuss the nearly perfect weekend which saw Liverpool stretch their lead at the top of the Premier League to 15 points.The trio discuss the 3-1 win over Southampton, briefly, and the continued brilliance of Salah - including James' experience of watching his penalties alongside Jan Molby.They look ahead to the second leg against PSG in the Champions League and whether or not to start Darwin Nunez.Plus with a new shirt deal which sees the Reds return to Adidas as the kit manufacturer and, the important question, how do you pronounce Adidas?Host: Tony EvansWith: James Pearce and Simon HughesProducers: Guy Clarke and Abi Paterson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tony Evans and Simon Hughes are joined by James Pearce, from his Roland Garros-themed hotel in Paris, the morning after THAT 1-0 win in the French capital to give the Reds the advantage in their Champions League last 16 tie with Paris Saint-Germain.There's plenty of praise for 'The Holy Goalie' after Alisson's heroics in the Parc des Princes making nine saves for the Reds to deny Luis Enrique's side.Plus the panel discuss the contribution of Harvey Elliott, with the game's only goal, as well as Darwin Nunez with his assist off the bench before looking ahead to Saturday's visit of Southampton to Anfield.Host: Tony EvansWith: James Pearce and Simon HughesProducers: Guy Clarke and Nick Thomson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James Pearce and Oli Kay are alongside Tony Evans as we look ahead to the start of Liverpool's Champions League knockout journey with Wednesday's visit to Paris Saint-Germain.Almost three years on from Liverpool's harrowing visit to the French capital for the 2022 Champions League Final both James and Oli recount their memories from the trip.Plus, there's discussion around the Reds' financial results for 2023/24, Amazon Prime's Jurgen Klopp documentary and The Athletic's French football writer Tom Williams drops by to share the lowdown on the hosts ahead of the meeting at the Parc des Princes.Host: Tony EvansWith: James Pearce, Oli Kay and Tom WilliamsProducer: Guy Clarke Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Liverpool's impressive 13-point lead in the Premier League sparks a debate on whether the title race is over. The hosts celebrate a thrilling win over Newcastle and praise Dominik Szoboszlai's impact. They analyze a challenging stretch of matches where the team thrived under pressure. The conversation also touches on contract talks involving key players and anticipation for an upcoming Champions League clash in Paris. Overall, there’s an air of confidence as fans revel in the team's resurgence.