Football NewsMirror FootballUnverified source· 2 Aug 2026
Thompson: Liverpool can challenge if they avoid injuries
Former Liverpool hero Phil Thompson backs Andoni Iraola's side for a title push — but warns fitness is key.
Liverpool
team
Manager
Andoni Iraola
Last season
Fifth in Premier League
Key exits
Mohamed Salah, Andy Robertson, Ibrahima Konate
New signings
Jeremy Jacquet, Victor Munoz
What happened. Phil Thompson believes Liverpool can contend for the Premier League title under new boss Andoni Iraola, but only if they avoid major injuries.
- Iraola replaced Arne Slot after a disappointing second season.
- Liverpool lost key players like Salah, Robertson, and Konate.
- They are chasing PSG's Bradley Barcola in a big-money transfer.
“another push for the title could be on the cards should Iraola have his star”
— Phil Thompson
Liverpool's summer rebuild under Iraola will be tested as they aim to return to the top.
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