Liverpool might have conducted all of their transfer business this summer when it comes to incomings, but the same cannot be said for their title rivals. As the Reds continue to settle ahead of the new season, Chelsea and Manchester City are scrambling for a new
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left-sided defender.
Marc Cucurella is said to rank at the top of both of their shortlists. The Spaniard moved to England last summer, having been signed by Brighton and Hove Albion for a fee of around £16m.
Marc Cucurella is said to rank at the top of both of their shortlists. The Spaniard moved to England last summer, having been signed by Brighton and Hove Albion for a fee of around £16m.
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The Seagulls are said to want £50m for his services. Pep Guardiola seems intent on playing him as a left-back, whereas Chelsea would either deploy him as a left wing-back or a left-sided centre-back.
The man labelled as Liverpool's 'stats man' by Michael Edwards — the club's former sporting director — has previously described Robertson as one of his favourite success stories.
He has proved to be the ultimate Moneyball transfer, improving Klopp's outfit by a considerable amount after being acquired for a small fee from a team who suffered relegation from the Premier League.
"Robertson’s problem was his background. He only started playing Premier League football at maybe 22. And he played for Hull City. He was a really attacking full-back playing in a really poor defensive team," said Graham.
The fundamental elements of Moneyball helped Fenway Sports Group (FSG) deliver success in the world of baseball and, although they have perhaps been applied to a lesser extent at Anfield, Robertson is the perfect example of how shrewd and meticulous recruitment can make such a difference.
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