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Jurgen Klopp has unleashed a new Liverpool masterplan that will shake up the club
Jurgen Klopp and Pep Lijnders are quietly evolving Liverpool’s gameplan with evidence across the entire club, writes Paul Gorst
It’s now over six months now since a tactical change increased the demands significantly on Liverpool’s right-backs.
Without a win in five games, Jurgen Klopp and Pep Lijnders devised a gameplan to pack additional creativity into the team by getting Trent Alexander-Arnold into more central areas, further up the field. Rather than installing the Academy graduate into a fixed midfield spot, though, a compromise was reached.
The second half of a breathless 2-2 draw with Arsenal was punctuated by Alexander-Arnold’s new-found freedom to roam. But at the time, it felt much more like a one-off tactic aimed at dragging the side back into the match after finding themselves two goals down to the then Premier League leaders.
It was a strategy that paid off handsomely as Alexander-Arnold began to cause all manner of problems for an Arsenal outfit that were a missed Mohamed Salah penalty away from a 12th defeat in 20 by the Reds on Klopp’s watch. The No.66 supplied a late assist for Roberto Firmino with a pinpoint cross after nutmegging his way past Oleksandr Zinchenko on Easter Sunday.
If the mid-game adjustment for Alexander-Arnold was very much a roll of the dice from Klopp, the 6-1 drubbing of Leeds in the subsequent game felt a lot more calculated as the England international ran riot, providing assists for Cody Gakpo and Darwin Nunez. Having claimed just three before the April tweak, Alexander-Arnold ended a difficult campaign on the whole for Liverpool with 10 in total, giving weight to those who supported the move.
While there are obvious areas to target when a right-back moves some distance away from his defensive post, the Liverpool blueprint has been dreamed up to exert more control over games, meaning exploitative transitions from the opposition are kept to a minimum. The back four shifts into a wide three-man setup when the right-sided full-back ventures further up the field. At its essence, it is about allowing Alexander-Arnold the chance to provide big goalscoring opportunities.
The system has not come without its teething problems and plenty of work has gone into making it as seamless as possible, particularly during the pre-season training sessions. It is understood Alexander-Arnold also sat down with Klopp and Lijnders earlier this year to analyse clips of his games and establish exactly what was required.
One particular man-marking job at home against Nottingham Forest last season was carried out well by the visitors and led to internal questions at Liverpool about how to properly adapt to the position, while the high pressing from Bournemouth in the 3-1 win at Anfield in August was eventually sorted by Alexander-Arnold moving to a more traditional right-back slot after being caught out a handful of times that included the Cherries early opener.
But while the task of dropping into midfield to dictate play is a relatively new and exciting one for a player who has been the creative fulcrum of this Liverpool squad for much of the past five years, it doesn’t come without its hazards with the recently-turned 25-year-old Alexander-Arnold now essentially being asked to play two positions in the same game. It is a tactical plan that is not solely reserved for him, either.
“It’s been good, something different for me,” says Conor Bradley. “I’m not used to it and at Bolton I was playing wing-back – basically like a right-winger – but I am enjoying it. Obviously I’m taking a bit of stuff off the coaches and off Trent himself about how to play the role and the whole way up until the age of 16 I was a central midfielder. I played as a No.10, so I was in central areas but when I came here to Liverpool I was moved to right-back.”
The issue for Liverpool is the unique player they have on their hands in Alexander-Arnold. There are few others in the squad capable of being as inventive in possession. It does not always look the most free-flowing or natural when centre-back-by-trade Joe Gomez is being asked to do similar, for example.
It is, though, something Liverpool are now keen to implement at all age groups. It has already been a noticeable feature of games involving the club’s Under-18 and 21s teams this term. Cleary, the decision to move the full-backs into the centre of pitch has been taken with the long-term view.
With Bradley sidelined with a back injury and Calvin Ramsay out on loan with Preston North End, the lack of a natural deputy for Alexander-Arnold is glaring, even more so now versatile veteran James Milner has left the club. As a result, Klopp has also utilised the midfield talents of Stefan Bajcetic and Curtis Jones in the position against LASK in the Europa League and Leicester City in the Carabao Cup, respectively. Given the demands of it all, it is no surprise that neither player performed with particular distinction in their maiden outings at full-back.
The use of both Bajcetic and Jones there, though, does suggest it is something Liverpool are sticking to for the foreseeable, even in the absence of Alexander-Arnold. It is also an indication from Klopp that the technical surety of a more traditional midfielder is being prized over defensive nous in the list of skills needed to excel in the role.
Ibrahima Konate has previously spoken about the extra strain the system places on the right-sided centre-back, admitting it is a change that has left him feeling drained after games due to the covering of spaces left by the vacating Alexander-Arnold. “It’s true that I have a lot more work to do which means I’m more tired after a game now!” he told Sky Sports earlier this year.
Ultimately, the success of it all is determined by communication, says Bradley, who was being primed as Alexander-Arnold’s understudy prior to his untimely stress fracture. “The decision making is difficult,” he admits. “I’ve got to learn to know when I can go [into midfield] and when I can’t because I’ve got to have the right cover behind me. It’s difficult but we’ve just got to speak to each other and work out when Trent or maybe myself moves forward and when we don’t.
“I think the key is speaking to each other and seeing what’s best for the team in each moment. The right-sided centre-half has got a lot to do! There is quite a lot of covering to do in this system, which is difficult but the manager wants the players behind the right-back to be able to cover you and help you out. So it’s a difficult position in this formation but like I say speaking to each other and stuff like that is the important thing.”
The Reds’ right-backs are averaging 86 touches per game across Premier League and Europa League action this term although Alexander-Arnold’s xA (Expected Assists) is considerably down on the 0.40 of last season. The figure of just 0.19 can possibly be explained by a month-long absence with a hamstring issue and a prolonged run in the team now will surely see those statistics rise. As a player of such importance, it is integral Liverpool find a way to get their vice captain into his stride once more, starting with Everton in the Merseyside derby this weekend.
The early-season evidence is that it is here to stay and was not just a way to overcome an alarming Spring slump. But should it now form a legitimate topic of tactical conversation behind the scenes at the AXA Training Centre?
With just one assist from right-back this season in 11 matches – which came from Alexander-Arnold’s corner for Dominik Szobosozai against Aston Villa – there perhaps is at least a question to be asked about the long-term suitability of the new-look system. If the current incumbent’s natural abilities are conducive to it, the same cannot be said of the options elsewhere at present.
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‘I made the wrong decision’ – Arne Slot admits Liverpool star should have started vs Newcastle
Arne Slot Admits Selection Regret in Liverpool’s Carabao Cup Final Defeat to Newcastle
Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has admitted he may have made a mistake with his team selection in the Reds’ 2-1 Carabao Cup final defeat to Newcastle United at Wembley.
Slot made only two changes from the side that played 120 minutes against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League just days earlier. Caoimhin Kelleher replaced Alisson Becker in goal, continuing his role as Liverpool’s designated League Cup goalkeeper, while Jarell Quansah filled in at right-back for the injured Trent Alexander-Arnold.
Following back-to-back losses, many have questioned whether Slot should have rotated his squad more. Ahead of facing Everton, the Liverpool boss acknowledged in hindsight that he might have erred, particularly by not starting Wataru Endo in midfield.
“Maybe, maybe, maybe I made the biggest mistake by not rotating enough,” Slot admitted. “I thought four days was enough recovery time, but perhaps I should have made more changes.”
However, Slot was keen to emphasize that Newcastle deserved credit for their performance. “It’s too simple to say we were just outworked. We conceded a goal from a corner—that has nothing to do with sprinting or tracking back,” he explained.
On Endo’s omission, Slot admitted: “He probably deserved to start when you look at what he has done for the team, especially in the League Cup. Maybe I made the wrong decision by not starting him, that’s a better way to put it. But we’ll never know.”
Slot also defended his in-game decisions, explaining that his substitutions were made with the intention of chasing the game. “If we were leading, you could expect me to bring in Wata. But when we needed a goal, I had to prioritize attacking players. I brought in Curtis (Jones), Harvey (Elliott), and Federico (Chiesa), while pushing Ryan (Gravenberch) into a deeper role. I already had Darwin (Núñez), Cody (Gakpo), and Mo (Salah) on the pitch.”
Despite the criticism, Slot insisted there was logic behind his initial selection. “We beat Newcastle at home with the same starting players, and we dominated them in the second half when we faced them away. So there was a rationale behind the line-up,” he concluded.
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Arne Slot handed triple injury boost as midfielder returns – 3 things spotted in Liverpool training
Liverpool has been training ahead of facing Everton in the Merseyside derby. Arne Slot will offer a full injury update in his pre-game press conference on Tuesday.
After what has felt like an age, Liverpool will be back in Premier League action in just a couple of days. Three and a half weeks after beating Southampton at Anfield, the Reds will host Everton.
Five wins and a draw is the maximum that Liverpool needs from its final nine games of the campaign to get over the line in the title race, with Arsenal currently 12 points behind. It’s not done yet, but it is edging closer.
Here’s what we spotted in the Liverpool training session that Arne Slot oversaw in Kirkby. One midfielder made a return, while another couple of players were in training having sat out games for their countries during the international break.
Ryan Gravenberch and Alisson boost as Tyler Morton returns
As expected, Liverpool duo Ryan Gravenberch and Alisson Becker were both involved in today’s training session. The former returned home early from international duty with a knock while the latter picked up a head injury in Brazil’s first game and then sat out its second because of concussion protocols.
Trent Alexander-Arnold and Conor Bradley both remain out while Joe Gomez was spotted training alone. None are back in team training yet, meaning that Jarell Quansah is likely to be the man deployed at right-back, as he did against Newcastle United at Wembley last time out.
Having been out with a shoulder injury, Liverpool midfielder Tyler Morton was spotted taking part in the session with his teammates. While a move away would make sense in the summer, he will hope to make another appearance before then.
Harvey Elliott and Federico Chiesa out to impress
With Liverpool edging closer to securing the Premier League title, there should be a chance for some fringe players to get a chance before the campaign ends. Harvey Elliott and Federico Chiesa, were all smiles here and the pair will be hoping to show what they can do in games — not just in training — in the next couple of months.
Neither has played as often as they would have liked under Slot so far. With free midweeks between games (after the derby), they will get opportunities in training to catch the eye. What they produce could be instructive come the summer when big transfer decisions lie ahead.
Liverpool all smiles inside and out.
After some indoor work, the Liverpool players headed out onto the grass. Strength and conditioning is important, of course, but the session looked much more fun and enjoyable with the balls out.
Ibrahima Konate and Andy Robertson shared a joke while Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah looked relaxed amid the wait for news on their contracts. Slot was happy to be back with his players, too, with the Reds boss keeping a close eye on the session.
After facing Everton on Wednesday, Liverpool will then take on Fulham at Craven Cottage at the weekend. Arsenal plays both of those teams this week as well, with the Gunners holding very faint hopes of catching up before the campaign ends.
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Everton and Liverpool could do business for the first time since 2002 with player linked with summer move
Everton and Liverpool could do business for the first time in 23 years with David Moyes reportedly interested in one of Arne Slot’s players.
It is well documented that Everton and Liverpool are bitter rivals, with the two clubs’ stadiums separated by less than a mile.
The last player to do so was back in 2002 when Abel Xavier left the Toffees for Liverpool in a deal worth a reported fee of around £800,000.
Meanwhile, the last player to leave Liverpool for Everton was back in 1992, when Gary Ablett switched sides.
Looking ahead to the summer transfer window, it has been claimed that Everton manager Moyes is showing interest in one of Liverpool’s young stars.
Everton boss David Moyes eyes shock move for Liverpool youngster
As reported by The Scottish Sun, Moyes is eyeing a move for Liverpool winger Ben Doak, who has impressed this season while on loan at Championship side Middlesbrough.
It has been suggested that Doak could be available for a transfer if an offer of around £25 million was made.
Aside from Everton, the likes of Bournemouth and Crystal Palace have also been linked with the 19-year-old.
Doak has been linked with a permanent move away from Liverpool as his game time at Anfield has so far been limited.
The Scotsman faces the almost impossible task of trying to displace the likes of Mohamed Salah, Cody Gakpo, Luis Diaz and Diogo Jota in the Liverpool attack.
Speaking about Doak back in January, Boro boss and former Manchester United star Michael Carrick said: “He’s got that weapon and unique threat.
“The way he plays the game, everyone has their own strengths, but the way Ben plays the game, he’s always in the game and always a threat.”
So far in the 24/25 season, the youngster has registered three goals and seven assists in 24 appearances for Boro in the second tier.
Doak has been out of action since the start of the year after suffering a thigh injury.
Anfield Watch has been told that there is a player ready to join Liverpool in the future.
The Reds will be in the market for a centre-back this summer and one player who has been heavily linked with a £41m move to Anfield is Konstantinos Koulierakis.
The Greek international has caught the eye in the Bundesliga this season and has also done very well on the international stage with the senior national team.
Liverpool scouts have been following his progress since he burst onto the scene at PAOK as a teenager and it’s entirely possible that the Reds will decide to make a move for him this summer.
The first think I note was that he played every game with passion.
How highly rated was he in the PAOK academy?
At the first year was at the three top talents in his age group. From the moment he moved in the U17 and changed his position, he has been unstoppable up until now.
Where does he rank in terms of the players you have coaches so far?
I feel proud about that from that U17 group three players are valuable players of the National team of Greece, Konstantinos,Tzolis and Konstantelias. Generally Konstantinos belongs at the three top talents I have ever coached.
What kind of guy was he? Friendly?
Konstantinos is the personality with family principles. He respects everyone around him. He remains humble with confidence.
What stood out about him on the pitch?
First of all defensively he has great concentration and he is aggressive. He loves to move the defence line up on the field.
Offensively, his long pass and the vertical game are the strong points. One of the strongest characteristics is that he is not impacted by making a wrong decision, he continues with confidence.
What were the qualities about him that you liked?
I liked the way he could change the game, that happened more times in u17 when I changed his position to central defender.
In the beginning he was confused because it was the first time for him to play central defender but I tried to explain to him that his characteristics are valuable if he will play in that position.
What are his best assets?
His left foot, 1vs1 defending, confidence.
What did you work on with him in the training ground?
We tried to create and improve some skills on his profile for left central defender, some specific skills for the central defender. It was a new position, defender body profile, direction control of the ball, drives, long passes, vertical passes in pockets, evaluating the danger in the penalty area, collaboration of the defending line – this kind of stuff.
What kind of character is he in the dressing room?
As i said before, he respects everyone, players and staff, generally the club he belongs, he is playing and fight first of all for his team and after that for himself.
Why did you decide to change his position from midfielder to defender?
I observed his left foot, his long pass, the vertical game, his ability to change the game, his aggressiveness. I had it in my mind that the club will need a left central defender more than a holding midfielder with these skills.
My worry was if i could inspire him on that. I trusted him from the start of the season, he was younger than the others, I saw that he was trying very hard. In my reports I remember writing that he was a top talent.
What is he like in the air?
He scored many goals the last season, every season he scored goals, he can score by long shots and headings. On the defending aerial duels, he use his body and evaluates his timing for a heading very well.
Have you been surprised by how well he has done in Germany?
I am not surprised by Konstantinos. I am expecting more from him in the future
Do you think he is ready to play in the Premier League one day?
In this case there is no answer, I think many reasons can be affect the career of one footballer, for now his pathway is very promising. His skills for central defender belongs in top level.
He has been linked with a move to Liverpool, is he ready for a step like that?
The end of the last summer he moved to Germany, in a very competitive Championship, his feedback on that is positive, as I explained a lot of circumstances can be different between two countries but one quality player with self confidence and hardworking [like Koulierakis] can play in every championship.
What do you think is his ceiling? How far can he go?
I have full belief that he will continue to make the people around him proud.
Do you have a favourite memory of him?
When I meet Konstantinos, he is smiling happy… that is enough.
At Liverpool does he have the potential to replace Van Dijk? Do you see similarities between the two of them?
They have different characteristics, Konstantinos is left footed with vertical play, Van Dijk is unbeaten in aerial duels, Van Dijk is 12 years older than Konstantinos, he is more experienced, the only similarity from my side is the leadership and that their pathway started with an upward trend from the young age.
Liverpool fans have been left shocked after it has been revealed that club owners FSG are interested in buying Spanish club Malaga.
If they are successful, the Spanish third division side would become the fourth sports club the American group own, joining Boston Red Sox, Liverpool Football Club, and the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Malaga were relegated from La Liga in 2018 after a decade in the Spanish top division, and matters got worse in 2023 when a 2-1 defeat to Alavés sent them to the third division.
Ornstein confirmed the news of FSG’s interest via X, writing: “Liverpool owners FSG exploring purchase of Spanish club Malaga.
The Athletic journalist also revealed that representatives have already visited the club’s facilities last month, confirming the serious nature of their interest.
He added: “The initial focus to buy majority shareholder Sheikh Abdullah Al Thani’s 51%.
“Delegation visited facilities in Feb to assess potential acquisition for multi-club model.
“FSG is considering and open to all forms of investment, with the priority being to inject a level of finance that enables it to impact the football operation.”
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Liverpool ‘would encourage’ specific exit for Anfield ace – his girlfriend is already ‘working with agents’
The future of Darwin Nunez continues to gather a lot of attention.
Liverpool are expected to make a number of changes to their squad this summer, regardless of whether they win the Premier League or not. Several exit rumours have been doing the rounds since the start of the year, and some in particular are looking increasingly likely.
While the majority of the attention has been on Trent Alexander-Arnold this week, Darwin Nunez’s future has also been heavily speculated. Plenty of recent reports have suggested the Uruguayan’s time at Anfield is up, having struggled to live up to the record fee Liverpool forked out in 2022.
Frustrations among fans have been building as a result of Nunez’s often disappointing performances. While he has popped up with some important goals this season, particularly his stoppage time match-winning brace against Brentford, he has struggled to secure a regular staring position under Arne Slot.
Liverpool ‘would encourage’ Darwin Nunez summer sale.
As exit rumours continue to surround Nunez, who remains under contract until 2028, Saudi Arabia have re-emerged on the radar as a potential destination. Pro League have been attempting to sign Liverpool players for years now, with the first batch including Roberto Firmino and Jordan Henderson.
Since then, Mohamed Salah has been the main target, with Virgil van Dijk, Alisson and Nunez cropping up on their interest list as well. Now, according to journalist Duncan Castles, a deal with Saudi Arabia would be something Liverpool are willing to strike.
Speaking on The Transfers Podcast, Castles said: “Liverpool would be happy if the Saudis came in and would encourage a move for Nunez. They would like to get some kind of significant return on the initial £62.5 million that they paid Benfica three years ago.
“From the Saudi perspective, [Nunez] still has that ability to be a name within the Saudi game and to deliver goals with his physicality. Interestingly, I’m told that his girlfriend, Lorena Manas, who is the ex-wife of former Barcelona player Aleix Vidal, has been working with agents to explore opportunities elsewhere. So it looks like this is both sides pushing against the same door with Nunez, or at least Nunez’s partner, encouraging him to look for a move and Liverpool happy to sell the player with a strong, affluent potential buyer in Saudi Arabia.”
Darwin Nunez joked about Saudi Arabia move
Saudi Arabia is a destination made attractive due to the sheer amount of money on offer in the form of both transfer fees and wages. This has now become common knowledge even among the players.
Nunez recently joked about joining a Saudi club during a recent appearance on Pro:Direct Soccer’s ‘Teammates’ segment, alongside Luis Diaz.
While talking about who drives the best car at Liverpool, Diaz commented that Nunez must earn ‘big money’ as he owns multiple cars. The Uruguayan replied that he needs ‘more money’, while winking at the camera before whispering to the host behind his hand ‘come on Saudi’.
In other news, Liverpool ‘now close’ to new breakthrough after already making moves amid Trent Alexander-Arnold exit talks
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What senior Newcastle officials have said privately about selling Alexander Isak to Liverpool
Newcastle United’s stance regarding Alexander Isak is clear amid interest from Liverpool.
LONDON, ENGLAND – MARCH 16: Newcastle United’s Alexander Isak celebrates scoring his side’s second goal during the Carabao Cup Final between Liverpool and Newcastle United at Wembley Stadium on March 16, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Dodd – CameraSport via Getty Images)
The 25-year-old is a top target for Liverpool, who have seen up close just how good he is this season. Alexander Isak has played against the Reds twice in the 2024/25 campaign, scoring two goals.
One of those goals was at Wembley, as Isak helped Newcastle win the Carabao Cup at Liverpool’s expense.
Since then, talk of the Swede leaving St James’ Park has intensified.
Liverpool think they can sign Isak, while he is also attracting interest from the likes of Arsenal, Chelsea and Barcelona.
Newcastle United’s stance on Alexander Isak leaving this summer
While there is a queue forming, Newcastle United intend to be defiant.
According to the Athletic, senior officials at Newcastle United are all privately in agreement that they would be crazy to sell any of their top players – including Isak.
The Athletic add that Newcastle officials believe Isak is irreplaceable – a stance that Eddie Howe has echoed.
It was reported in October 2024 that Isak is the last player Howe wants to sell, and that belief will only have grown stronger with every goal scored.
Isak has scored 23 goals in 33 games this season – two fewer than last season’s total with 10 games to play.
Newcastle United prepare for contract negotiations with Alexander Isak
While Liverpool appear to be trying to position themselves at the front of the queue for Isak, it is Newcastle United who hold all of the aces.
Newcastle plan to offer Isak a new contract, after talks over an extension collapsed in 2024.
The Magpies will need to push the boat out to tie down the forward, but Geordie Boot Boys have been told that Newcastle will make Isak their highest paid player.
They are prepared to offer him in excess of £160,000-a-week, but that sum may need to reach more than £200,000-a-week for Isak to put pen to paper.
Champions League football will also be pivotal in keeping Isak. Newcastle are in a strong position with 10 games to go, as they aim to qualify for Europe’s elite competition after a year out of the limelight.
| Team | MP | W | D | L | GD | Pts | |
| 4 |  Chelsea |
29 | 14 | 7 | 8 | 16 | 49 |
| 5 |  Man City |
29 | 14 | 6 | 9 | 15 | 48 |
| 6 |  Newcastle |
28 | 14 | 5 | 9 | 9 | 47 |
| 7 |  Brighton |
29 | 12 | 11 | 6 | 6 | 47 |
| 8 |  Fulham |
29 | 12 | 9 | 8 | 5 | 45 |
Those two factors will help Newcastle keep Isak, and they are both in the club’s control. They will have the opportunity to offer Isak the contract he wants, while Champions League qualification is in their hands.
“Told He Might Never Walk—Now He’s Walking Out at Anfield”
Two years ago, we started a TikTok account for Isaac—not just to document his journey but to bring hope and support to other parents navigating life with children like him. Our goal was to raise awareness of Wolf-Hirschhorn Syndrome and show that joy and progress are possible, even in the face of challenges.
“It’s not every day you get to see your son’s dream come true—it still feels surreal.”
These are the words of Melissa Kearney, whose seven-year-old son, Isaac, captured the hearts of millions after stepping onto the pitch as an LFC mascot. The emotional video of this unforgettable moment quickly went viral, racking up a staggering 122 million views and 12 million social media interactions worldwide.
Melissa recalls how the idea of creating a TikTok account first came about:
“It was a young cousin who suggested we start one—to showcase Isaac’s personality and the joy he brings to our lives.”
A Journey from Fear to Faith
When Isaac was born, Melissa struggled to find the right support network.
“I searched for groups to connect with other parents, but the ones I found were filled with negativity. It became overwhelming, so I stepped away and decided to focus on Isaac’s development instead. As he started hitting milestones, my confidence and positivity grew.”
Isaac, a bright and determined schoolboy from Kirkby, has been living with Wolf-Hirschhorn Syndrome, a rare genetic condition that affects cognitive and physical development. Yet, against all odds, he walked out onto Anfield with Virgil van Dijk by his side—a moment his family never thought possible.
“We were told he might never walk, so seeing him step onto the pitch was nothing short of a miracle.”
Melissa shares how overwhelming the response has been since their video went global:
Finding Strength in Positivity
Though Melissa still finds it difficult to look back at Isaac’s baby photos—especially the ones from when he suffered seizures—she has learned to embrace their reality.
“Every child with Wolf-Hirschhorn Syndrome is different. Some use wheelchairs, some are non-verbal, others are more physically able. I used to worry about sending the wrong message, but I realised that hope is the most important message of all.”
“A positive attitude always leads to a better outcome. Isaac is such a character—he’s always smiling, and his happiness is contagious.”
Liverpool Through and Through
Melissa, a phlebotomist at a GP surgery, recalls how Isaac’s love for Liverpool FC started early:
“It began with him watching matches and pre-game build-ups with his dad. Soon, he was asking when the next match was and wanting to visit Anfield. He’d sing along to Liverpool songs, strumming his toy guitar, and he even memorised player stats.”
“Ask him what he had for lunch at school, and he might forget. But ask him who wears number 30 for Liverpool, and he’ll tell you straight away!”
Even at school, his teachers have found ways to use Liverpool FC to help him engage with learning.
Isaac’s father, Alan, who works at Ford’s transmission factory, admits that life wasn’t always this hopeful. But seeing Isaac’s dream come true has changed everything—not just for their family, but for countless others who have found inspiration in his journey.
“We were told there’d be a lot of publicity, but we had no idea how big it was going to be. We’ve had people from Brazil, the Netherlands, the US—all over the world—reaching out and saying how Isaac has put things into perspective for them. Some were going through tough times, but watching Isaac has kept them going. And that’s amazing.”
Since the video went viral, there has been a five-year high in Google searches related to Wolf-Hirschhorn Syndrome, meaning Isaac’s story isn’t just inspiring people—it’s spreading awareness in ways they never imagined.
A Rare Condition, A Remarkable Journey
Wolf-Hirschhorn Syndrome is an exceptionally rare chromosomal disorder, affecting just 1 in 50,000 babies. It causes varying degrees of developmental delays, low muscle tone, and other challenges. For Isaac, this has meant ongoing physiotherapy and learning support.
But if there’s one thing his story has proven, it’s that hope can turn even the toughest journeys into extraordinary triumphs.
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