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We're not playing next weekend, but even so, with 3 for a win, that's far too defeatist for my liking. Can see them bagging no more than 12 points from their 8.

Still fancy us to pick up minimum 19 from here. Mancs will drop plenty, loads of tough games.

Writing off 4th is downright bizarre quite frankly.

Nice one Stevie, cheers.

Midfield by-passed, Sturridge isolated, wing back's pushed too deep. Improved last 10 minutes, but I'd be tempted to switch to back four. Can to RB and Sterling off Sturridge. Possibly even Lucas for Lallana and let Henderson roam a bit higher and wider.

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The semi colon's are a clue

Don't agree with this really. The evidence over financial competitiveness is more to do with wages, and even if you use transfer fees, we've made a tidy profit in that regard recently. I'm not saying i completely disagree with FSG's approach here, their prudence should see us in great shape to grow once the stadium is finished, but they are quite clearly not providing the maximum possible funds for transfer activity/wages. As such, I think you're wrong to say we're competing as well as we can with those around us. A much better approach than H&G spending cash they/we didn't have though, and I think they will likely stretch further once the stadium is done.

Aye, the £52M is the profit from Summer2014/Winter2015 windows, ie the next set of accounts. If noone is sold for big money in the next 2 windows however, then the effect of the increase in amortisation of last Summer's big spend, will need covering. Not that I'm advocating selling Sterling or anyone else obviously, hopefully increases in revenue cover most of it. The next 2 sets of accounts will be very interesting though, in terms of how the stadium development is covered, especially as I don't think that type of expenditure is counted in FFP ?

Not seen their's, but ours is s***e.

No intention of commenting for obvious reasons, but this is the Echo report of his evidence today, for those that have missed it http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/david-duckenfield-tells-hillsborough-inquests-8808809

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We've closed a big gap, they are heading into a tough run of games. Keep calm, all will progress nicely over the next month.

Great idea this. Good first step, see if it's workable having them play in lower leagues.

Interesting that he's playing there. Rodgers in that Guardian? article someone linked too earlier, said he realised he couldn't play there because he was too wide and out of the game. Perhaps testimony to the fact he's not been quite as influential recently in a more central role, all good experience for him, and really should be an ideal spot for him all things considered.

where are we watching, no joy from Hus' link ?

Lallana's filled in there twice now so presumably him. Maybe Sterling more suited to it? Still, it's likely to be less of a defensive position this evening, can't see Burnley bombing forward.

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Think their aim wages wise has probably always been to get it around the 50% mark, which most financial people seem to use as a general rule of thumb, in terms of being sustainable for a football club. I'd imagine next year's wage bill should be higher given the number of people who came in to the club, although not all are on big money I suppose. Either way, the increased revenue should mean that 55% drops a bit more yet. Certainly puts us in a position to spend should the right players be available, but I don't see us going crazy. Would be interested to know what kind of breakdown there is in this performance related pay Ayre was on about, whether it's just appearances, or other factors, and how big a share it is.

I have a suspicion we might not see that til the Stand's finished, though maybe they've got some big commercial deal up their sleeves, who knows. I trust them financially, which is a nice change. Be nice to think that now the squad is filled out to a size suitable for 60 games a season, we can target a little more proven quality this Summer, with what should be a good sized budget. http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/liverpool-accounts-show-club-back-8752942 Liverpool’s net debt increased by just over £12m to over £57m but Anfield’s board are unconcerned that figure, insisting it can go up and down each year depending on where transfer deals - and due payments regarding them - stand at any one time. Full accounts also viewable on that page.