Bradley Barcola's long-awaited debut for Liverpool was followed by the winger receiving a warning
Bradley Barcola
Bradley Barcola made his Liverpool debut against Ipswich Town(Image: Getty Images)
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Liverpool's first Premier League win of the season coincided with the debut of Bradley Barcola. Andoni Iraola's side strolled to a 2-0 win against Ipswich Town on Friday night, courtesy of Alexander Isak's first brace for the Reds.
After consecutive 2-2 draws against Newcastle United and Nottingham Forest, the Premier League side are officially in the win column. The victory was made sweeter by Barcola's 26-minute cameo in his first appearance for the club since his £123million transfer.
The France international enjoyed a winning start to his Liverpool career but was handed a warning after full-time, while Iraola is having to contend with a key exit from Anfield.
Barcola warning
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Bradley Barcola made his Liverpool debut against Ipswich Town(Image: Liverpool FC via Getty Images)
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Barcola is Liverpool's latest marquee signing, and the Frenchman enjoyed a positive debut against Ipswich Town. The 23-year-old came on in the 64th minute for Victor Munoz and showcased his impressive speed and dribbling ability in his cameo at Portman Road.
While his introduction on the left flank meant Cody Gakpo moved up top after Isak was taken off, Barcola has been warned that starting games for his new side will be a struggle because of the Dutchman's form.
Gakpo has arguably been Liverpool's best player in their opening three games, scoring once and assisting three goals despite a proposed £85m move to Manchester City on deadline day being called off.
Jamie Carragher admitted on X that Barcola may very well continue to sit on the bench with Gakpo firing on all cylinders. The Liverpool icon wrote after Friday's game: "Barcola is going to struggle to get a game with this version of Gakpo."
Richard Hughes exit
KIRKBY, ENGLAND - JULY 05: (THE SUN OUT, THE SUN ON SUNDAY OUT) Richard Hughes sporting director of Liverpool during his first press conference at AXA Training Centre on July 05, 2024 in Kirkby, England. (Photo by Andrew Powell/Liverpool FC via Getty Images)
Richard Hughes has officially left Liverpool(Image: Liverpool FC via Getty Images)
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Liverpool have announced the departure of Richard Hughes after his two-year reign as sporting director. The Reds revealed the news on Saturday, with the Scotsman now expected to join Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal.
Hughes informed Liverpool of his intention to leave Anfield earlier this year, but agreed to remain in his role for the remainder of the summer transfer window. Since joining the club in 2024, Hughes has led the transition from Jurgen Klopp and appointed Arne Slot upon his own arrival.
Hughes' tenure in Merseyside has seen the Reds win the Premier League title and spend around £670m across five transfer windows. Fenway Sports Group (FSG) president Mike Gordon is leading the search for the club's next sporting director.
While it's not yet known when Hughes' potential successor will be named, the club are relying on other senior figures to take responsibility for his duties in the meantime. That includes the likes of FSG technical director Julian Ward, FSG director of football development Pedro Marques, assistant sporting director David Woodfine, chief scout Barry Hunter and Iraola.
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