Strikers, status & systems: Ekitike’s rise at Liverpool

Strikers, status & systems: Ekitike’s rise at Liverpool

39:37 Dec 18, 2025
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James Pearce and Andy Jones join Tony Evans to break down how Ekitike has established himself as the club’s No.1 up front, and what his rise means for Alexander Isak and the wider dressing-room dynamics?The panel also digs into Arne Slot’s recent tactical tweaks. Is the diamond is here to stay? Which players are thriving in the new system? And how should Liverpool line up for the trip to Tottenham?We also get an update on news this week of Paul Doyle’s prison sentence for the appalling attack at the Liverpool title parade in the summer.Want to get in touch with your thoughts? Email: walkon@theathletic.comHost: Tony EvansWith: James Pearce and Andy JonesProducers: Guy Clarke & Nick Thomson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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