Theo Squires
@theotheosquires.bsky.social
Senior Football Journalist, Sports Writer and Content Creator for Liverpool ECHO, Daily Mirror etc.
Report on Liverpool FC. Host of the Blood Red Podcast 🔴⚽️✍🎙️
Report on Liverpool FC. Host of the Blood Red Podcast 🔴⚽️✍🎙️
✍️ Another ineffectual performance from Alexander Isak, he is paying the price for his disjointed summer at #NUFC.
Way off the pace against Nottingham Forest, Arne Slot made the wrong decision starting the #LFC striker as his latest gamble backfired.
Way off the pace against Nottingham Forest, Arne Slot made the wrong decision starting the #LFC striker as his latest gamble backfired.
Slot gets Liverpool gamble wrong as Isak pays price for transfer decision
Theo Squires' on-the-whistle analysis as Liverpool and their £125m record signing Alexander Isak struggle terribly in the 3-0 home loss to Nottingham Forest
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
November 22, 2025 at 7:12 PM
Just under half an hour until kick-off at Anfield as Liverpool look to return to winning ways against Nottingham Forest.
Follow LIVE updates with me and @iandoylesport.bsky.social 👇
#LFC #LIVNFO 🔗
Follow LIVE updates with me and @iandoylesport.bsky.social 👇
#LFC #LIVNFO 🔗
Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest LIVE - score, goals, commentary stream
Follow the ECHO's live match coverage as Liverpool take on Nottingham Forest in the Premier League on Saturday afternoon
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
November 22, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Just under half an hour until kick-off at Anfield as Liverpool look to return to winning ways against Nottingham Forest.
Follow LIVE updates with me and @iandoylesport.bsky.social 👇
#LFC #LIVNFO 🔗
Follow LIVE updates with me and @iandoylesport.bsky.social 👇
#LFC #LIVNFO 🔗
🚨 Liverpool starting XI vs Nottingham Forest: Alisson; Szoboszlai, Konate, Van Dijk, Kerkez; Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Salah, Jones, Gakpo; Isak.
Subs: Mamardashvili, Gomez, Endo, Chiesa, Ekitike, Robertson, Nyoni, Ramsay, Ngumoha.
#LFC #LIVNFO 🔗
Subs: Mamardashvili, Gomez, Endo, Chiesa, Ekitike, Robertson, Nyoni, Ramsay, Ngumoha.
#LFC #LIVNFO 🔗
Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest LIVE - score, goals, commentary stream
Follow the ECHO's live match coverage as Liverpool take on Nottingham Forest in the Premier League on Saturday afternoon
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
November 22, 2025 at 1:45 PM
🤔 #LFC have put together new-look, big-money attacks before. Sometimes it clicks instantly, sometimes it needs a more time.
Ray Houghton was once part of one of the most successful new-look frontlines. Exclusive interview as he offers his insight on why it's yet to click for Arne Slot's side.
Ray Houghton was once part of one of the most successful new-look frontlines. Exclusive interview as he offers his insight on why it's yet to click for Arne Slot's side.
I was signed for new Liverpool attack - This is why it isn't working for Slot
Liverpool's new-look attack is yet to click but it was another strong international break for a number for Arne Slot's attacking stars
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
November 21, 2025 at 7:54 PM
🤔 #LFC have put together new-look, big-money attacks before. Sometimes it clicks instantly, sometimes it needs a more time.
Ray Houghton was once part of one of the most successful new-look frontlines. Exclusive interview as he offers his insight on why it's yet to click for Arne Slot's side.
Ray Houghton was once part of one of the most successful new-look frontlines. Exclusive interview as he offers his insight on why it's yet to click for Arne Slot's side.
🤕 It's only been two weeks since Arne Slot challenged Conor Bradley to improve his durability to make the #LFC RB berth his own.
The Reds are now without a natural option once more as his latest injury comes at the worst time. No wonder Slot dropped a transfer hint in his latest press conference.
The Reds are now without a natural option once more as his latest injury comes at the worst time. No wonder Slot dropped a transfer hint in his latest press conference.
Liverpool injury comes at worst time for Slot with January transfer hint
Conor Bradley has again been struck down by injury only weeks after Arne Slot had challenged the Liverpool defender to improve his durability
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
November 21, 2025 at 3:40 PM
🤕 It's only been two weeks since Arne Slot challenged Conor Bradley to improve his durability to make the #LFC RB berth his own.
The Reds are now without a natural option once more as his latest injury comes at the worst time. No wonder Slot dropped a transfer hint in his latest press conference.
The Reds are now without a natural option once more as his latest injury comes at the worst time. No wonder Slot dropped a transfer hint in his latest press conference.
🤔 Arne Slot has played down the need for #LFC to sign a new centre-back in January, instead hinting that the Reds will prioritise strengthening in other positions as they continue to be linked with Marc Guehi and Antoine Semenyo 🔗
Slot drops Semenyo hint as Liverpool January transfer stance laid out
Arne Slot has hinted at Liverpool's January transfer plans as the Reds continue to be linked with Marc Guehi and Antoine Semenyo
www.mirror.co.uk
November 21, 2025 at 1:15 PM
🤔 Arne Slot has played down the need for #LFC to sign a new centre-back in January, instead hinting that the Reds will prioritise strengthening in other positions as they continue to be linked with Marc Guehi and Antoine Semenyo 🔗
👀 Sadio Mane has admitted why he really wanted to leave #LFC in the summer of 2022, and revealed he did briefly consider a move to a Premier League rival.
Sadio Mane admits why he really left Liverpool after considering move to rival
Sadio Mane has opened up on his decision to leave Liverpool in 2022, as well as his subsequent move to Saudi Arabia 12 months later
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
November 21, 2025 at 12:13 PM
👀 Sadio Mane has admitted why he really wanted to leave #LFC in the summer of 2022, and revealed he did briefly consider a move to a Premier League rival.
🇮🇹 Gennaro Gattuso has claimed Federico Chiesa ‘has a problem’ and pointed the finger at the #LFC forward when again addressing his ongoing absence from the Italy squad.
🗣️ "I call Chiesa in every call-up; I always talk to him. The problem is not Gattuso or his staff; he has a problem, not us."
🗣️ "I call Chiesa in every call-up; I always talk to him. The problem is not Gattuso or his staff; he has a problem, not us."
Federico Chiesa 'problem' emerges as manager hits back after Liverpool decision
Gennaro Gattuso has again been quizzed about Federico Chiesa's ongoing absence from the Italy squad after the Liverpool forward again declined an international call-up
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
November 20, 2025 at 6:26 PM
🇮🇹 Gennaro Gattuso has claimed Federico Chiesa ‘has a problem’ and pointed the finger at the #LFC forward when again addressing his ongoing absence from the Italy squad.
🗣️ "I call Chiesa in every call-up; I always talk to him. The problem is not Gattuso or his staff; he has a problem, not us."
🗣️ "I call Chiesa in every call-up; I always talk to him. The problem is not Gattuso or his staff; he has a problem, not us."
👀 Sadio Mane has revealed what he really thinks of Mohamed Salah after long-standing claims of a feud between the pair, and what happened next after that infamous clash between the two during #LFC's win at Burnley back in August 2019...
Mane admits truth about Salah relationship and what happened after Liverpool row
Sadio Mane has opened up on his relationship with Mohamed Salah and their infamous clash in one Liverpool match back in 2019
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
November 20, 2025 at 4:15 PM
👀 Sadio Mane has revealed what he really thinks of Mohamed Salah after long-standing claims of a feud between the pair, and what happened next after that infamous clash between the two during #LFC's win at Burnley back in August 2019...
🤔 Alan Shearer has sent Antoine Semenyo and #LFC a warning ahead of possible January move as £40m transfer agreement reached.
🗣️ "It's alright playing well at Bournemouth where it's a great football club, but in terms of size it's tiny compared to someone like Liverpool."
🗣️ "It's alright playing well at Bournemouth where it's a great football club, but in terms of size it's tiny compared to someone like Liverpool."
Liverpool get Semenyo message as £40m agreement reached - 'Would love him'
Liverpool continue to be linked with a move for AFC Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
November 20, 2025 at 2:30 PM
🤔 Alan Shearer has sent Antoine Semenyo and #LFC a warning ahead of possible January move as £40m transfer agreement reached.
🗣️ "It's alright playing well at Bournemouth where it's a great football club, but in terms of size it's tiny compared to someone like Liverpool."
🗣️ "It's alright playing well at Bournemouth where it's a great football club, but in terms of size it's tiny compared to someone like Liverpool."
💰 #LFC's £450m summer spending spree has been used as a stick to beat with them, while Arne Slot was ridiculed when bemoaning his squad depth.
But they could sign both Antoine Semenyo and Marc Guehi in January without having to make further room in their squad. Their critics are missing the point.
But they could sign both Antoine Semenyo and Marc Guehi in January without having to make further room in their squad. Their critics are missing the point.
Liverpool can sign Semenyo and Guehi in January but transfer critics miss point
Liverpool spent £450m when overhauling their squad in the summer but continue to be linked with moves for both Antoine Semenyo and Marc Guehi in January after a disappointing first half of the season
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
November 20, 2025 at 1:25 PM
💰 #LFC's £450m summer spending spree has been used as a stick to beat with them, while Arne Slot was ridiculed when bemoaning his squad depth.
But they could sign both Antoine Semenyo and Marc Guehi in January without having to make further room in their squad. Their critics are missing the point.
But they could sign both Antoine Semenyo and Marc Guehi in January without having to make further room in their squad. Their critics are missing the point.
🔴 Enjoyed sitting down with Chris Kirkland ahead of the release of his autobiography, which launched yesterday 📕
A fascinating interview about his #LFC career and struggles with mental health and addiction.
Full podcast and a number of articles out now.
A thread: 🧵👇
A fascinating interview about his #LFC career and struggles with mental health and addiction.
Full podcast and a number of articles out now.
A thread: 🧵👇
November 18, 2025 at 9:41 AM
🔴 Enjoyed sitting down with Chris Kirkland ahead of the release of his autobiography, which launched yesterday 📕
A fascinating interview about his #LFC career and struggles with mental health and addiction.
Full podcast and a number of articles out now.
A thread: 🧵👇
A fascinating interview about his #LFC career and struggles with mental health and addiction.
Full podcast and a number of articles out now.
A thread: 🧵👇
🇫🇷 France's attacking options are some of the best around, but Hugo Ekitike has done his World Cup hopes no harm.
Earning the praise of Didier Deschamps, he'll look to push on back at #LFC. As Arne Slot faces a new dilemma, he could provide a straightforward answer.
Earning the praise of Didier Deschamps, he'll look to push on back at #LFC. As Arne Slot faces a new dilemma, he could provide a straightforward answer.
Ekitike has just caused new Liverpool dilemma but Deschamps claim speaks volumes
Hugo Ekitike returned to scoring form for France during the November international break to earn the praise of Didier Deschamps - but Arne Slot still faces a dilemma in attack back at Liverpool
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
November 17, 2025 at 1:55 PM
🇫🇷 France's attacking options are some of the best around, but Hugo Ekitike has done his World Cup hopes no harm.
Earning the praise of Didier Deschamps, he'll look to push on back at #LFC. As Arne Slot faces a new dilemma, he could provide a straightforward answer.
Earning the praise of Didier Deschamps, he'll look to push on back at #LFC. As Arne Slot faces a new dilemma, he could provide a straightforward answer.
🤔 Harvey Elliott's loan move to #ACFC has not worked out, but he'd be in the exact same position if he returned to #LFC.
Exclusive interview with Ray Houghton...
🗣️ "We can see it with our own Florian Wirtz... If you're not doing it, I want you to know why. It doesn't matter what club you're at."
Exclusive interview with Ray Houghton...
🗣️ "We can see it with our own Florian Wirtz... If you're not doing it, I want you to know why. It doesn't matter what club you're at."
I left Liverpool for Aston Villa - I know Elliott's problem and what must happen
EXCLUSIVE: Liverpool and Aston Villa legend Ray Houghton has his say on Harvey Elliott's struggles on loan at Aston Villa
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
November 17, 2025 at 10:16 AM
🤔 If #LFC do wish to sign Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth, they have actually been given extra motivation to complete a mid-season transfer this January.
And Arne Slot would not have to repeat his brutal Federico Chiesa decision either.
And Arne Slot would not have to repeat his brutal Federico Chiesa decision either.
Liverpool handed unexpected motivation to sign Antoine Semenyo in January
Liverpool continue to be linked with a move for in-form Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo ahead of the January transfer window
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
November 16, 2025 at 7:02 PM
🤔 If #LFC do wish to sign Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth, they have actually been given extra motivation to complete a mid-season transfer this January.
And Arne Slot would not have to repeat his brutal Federico Chiesa decision either.
And Arne Slot would not have to repeat his brutal Federico Chiesa decision either.
📝 Ibrahima Konate has conceded his ongoing contract saga is 'complicated' and affecting his relationship with #LFC supporters.
🗣️ "I see things and I’m like, ‘oh la la’, and it gets me into trouble with the Liverpool fans even though they don’t know all the ins and outs."
🗣️ "I see things and I’m like, ‘oh la la’, and it gets me into trouble with the Liverpool fans even though they don’t know all the ins and outs."
Konate makes 'complicated' admission about Liverpool future - 'Trouble'
Ibrahima Konate remains out of contract at Liverpool at the end of the season
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
November 16, 2025 at 4:34 PM
📝 Ibrahima Konate has conceded his ongoing contract saga is 'complicated' and affecting his relationship with #LFC supporters.
🗣️ "I see things and I’m like, ‘oh la la’, and it gets me into trouble with the Liverpool fans even though they don’t know all the ins and outs."
🗣️ "I see things and I’m like, ‘oh la la’, and it gets me into trouble with the Liverpool fans even though they don’t know all the ins and outs."
❌ #LFC handed Mohamed Salah boost as forward ruled out in official statement released after shock defeat.
Mohamed Salah left out of Egypt squad as official statement released
Egypt have confirmed that Liverpool star Mohamed Salah will be rested for their friendly clash with Cape Verde on Monday
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
November 16, 2025 at 1:58 PM
❌ #LFC handed Mohamed Salah boost as forward ruled out in official statement released after shock defeat.
🤕 Alexander Isak makes 'frustrating' admission as #LFC striker offers new injury update.
🗣️ "It hasn't been optimal. But when I'm on the field, I don't give myself any excuses. I always want to play my game and perform."
🗣️ "It hasn't been optimal. But when I'm on the field, I don't give myself any excuses. I always want to play my game and perform."
Isak makes 'frustrating' admission as Liverpool striker offers new injury update
Liverpool striker Alexander Isak made his return from a groin injury as a substitute in Sweden's loss to Switzerland
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
November 16, 2025 at 9:11 AM
🤕 Alexander Isak makes 'frustrating' admission as #LFC striker offers new injury update.
🗣️ "It hasn't been optimal. But when I'm on the field, I don't give myself any excuses. I always want to play my game and perform."
🗣️ "It hasn't been optimal. But when I'm on the field, I don't give myself any excuses. I always want to play my game and perform."
🇩🇪 Florian Wirtz's father has revealed what the German really thinks about his early career with #LFC as transfer regret claim made.
🗣️ "You can see that Florian's stats regarding his involvement in the game are already quite good; only assists and goals are still pending."
🗣️ "You can see that Florian's stats regarding his involvement in the game are already quite good; only assists and goals are still pending."
What Wirtz really thinks about Liverpool career as transfer 'regret' claim made
Florian Wirtz’s father and agent has revealed what his son really thinks about his start to his Liverpool career
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
November 15, 2025 at 6:12 PM
🇩🇪 Florian Wirtz's father has revealed what the German really thinks about his early career with #LFC as transfer regret claim made.
🗣️ "You can see that Florian's stats regarding his involvement in the game are already quite good; only assists and goals are still pending."
🗣️ "You can see that Florian's stats regarding his involvement in the game are already quite good; only assists and goals are still pending."
📝 Ibrahima Konate has offered a new update on his contract talks with #LFC, admitting he hopes to announce a decision about his future ‘very soon’.
Konate offers Liverpool contract update and hints at when decision will be made
Ibrahima Konate has offered a new update on his Liverpool future ahead of his contract expiring next summer
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
November 15, 2025 at 4:22 PM
📝 Ibrahima Konate has offered a new update on his contract talks with #LFC, admitting he hopes to announce a decision about his future ‘very soon’.
🤕 Graham Potter has offered a new injury update on Alexander Isak, admitting the #LFC striker is 'not ready' to start for Sweden despite his recent return.
🗣️ "We have to be smart and use him well. No, he is not ready to start... I think the best thing for Alex is to help us from the bench."
🗣️ "We have to be smart and use him well. No, he is not ready to start... I think the best thing for Alex is to help us from the bench."
Isak injury twist as Sweden reveal plan for Liverpool star - 'He is not ready'
Graham Potter has admitted Liverpool striker Alexander Isak is not ready to start following his recent return from a groin injury
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
November 15, 2025 at 11:43 AM
🤕 Graham Potter has offered a new injury update on Alexander Isak, admitting the #LFC striker is 'not ready' to start for Sweden despite his recent return.
🗣️ "We have to be smart and use him well. No, he is not ready to start... I think the best thing for Alex is to help us from the bench."
🗣️ "We have to be smart and use him well. No, he is not ready to start... I think the best thing for Alex is to help us from the bench."
🤔 Adan Wharton believes it's 'pretty obvious' what Marc Guehi will do as he admitted the Crystal Palace dressing room were shocked when he didn't join #LFC last summer.
🗣️ "There’s obviously so much speculation. I think it’s pretty obvious."
🗣️ "There’s obviously so much speculation. I think it’s pretty obvious."
I'm Marc Guehi's team-mate and know what'll happen next after Liverpool collapse
Adam Wharton has offered his thoughts on Marc Guehi's future after his Crystal Palace team-mate saw a move to Liverpool collapse last summer
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
November 14, 2025 at 1:49 PM
🤔 Adan Wharton believes it's 'pretty obvious' what Marc Guehi will do as he admitted the Crystal Palace dressing room were shocked when he didn't join #LFC last summer.
🗣️ "There’s obviously so much speculation. I think it’s pretty obvious."
🗣️ "There’s obviously so much speculation. I think it’s pretty obvious."
👀 Oh Jurgen, you tease!
The former #LFC manager is returning to the sidelines after confirming his next job.
🗣️ "Now it is tingling again. Grass underneath my feet. The heated atmosphere in the stadium. And I want to be really close again."
The former #LFC manager is returning to the sidelines after confirming his next job.
🗣️ "Now it is tingling again. Grass underneath my feet. The heated atmosphere in the stadium. And I want to be really close again."
Jurgen Klopp announces new job as ex-Liverpool boss confirms return
Former Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has revealed he is returning to the sidelines next year as a pundit at the 2026 World Cup
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
November 14, 2025 at 9:09 AM
👀 Oh Jurgen, you tease!
The former #LFC manager is returning to the sidelines after confirming his next job.
🗣️ "Now it is tingling again. Grass underneath my feet. The heated atmosphere in the stadium. And I want to be really close again."
The former #LFC manager is returning to the sidelines after confirming his next job.
🗣️ "Now it is tingling again. Grass underneath my feet. The heated atmosphere in the stadium. And I want to be really close again."
🔴 Great to sit down with Chris Kirkland ahead of his autobiography coming out next week.
Interviews in this month's 'Blood Red' as he opens up on his struggles with mental health and addiction, and reveals the inside story of his dream move to #LFC.
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Interviews in this month's 'Blood Red' as he opens up on his struggles with mental health and addiction, and reveals the inside story of his dream move to #LFC.
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November 13, 2025 at 9:46 AM
🔴 Great to sit down with Chris Kirkland ahead of his autobiography coming out next week.
Interviews in this month's 'Blood Red' as he opens up on his struggles with mental health and addiction, and reveals the inside story of his dream move to #LFC.
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Interviews in this month's 'Blood Red' as he opens up on his struggles with mental health and addiction, and reveals the inside story of his dream move to #LFC.
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