Blood Red: Jurgen’s FA Cup excuse no longer applies, ‘pre-season’ plans for United visit, and Thiago’s growing influence

Liverpool made round four of the FA Cup, beating a depleted Aston Villa, and two players stood out in Thiago Alcantara and Xherdan Shaqiri. Joining host Matt Addison are Ian Doyle and Theo Squires as they discuss Thiago and Shaqiri, plus the transfer window, how Liverpool are gaining rhythm ahead of Manchester United, and the future of Sepp van den Berg, who is set to depart on loan with several clubs interested in the young Dutchman. Enjoy.<br /><br />FURTHER READING<br /><a href="https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/manchester-united-face-major-disciplinary-19604037" rel="noopener">https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/manchester-united-face-major-disciplinary-19604037</a><br /><a href="https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/liverpool-manchester-united-latest-news-19598722" rel="noopener">https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/liverpool-manchester-united-latest-news-19598722</a><br /><a href="https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/liverpool-man-united-solskjaer-klopp-19601134" rel="noopener">https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/liverpool-man-united-solskjaer-klopp-19601134</a><br /><br />Like our podcasts and videos? Then we'd love you to take part in our Blood Red census. It takes no time at all and can be completed on the link below:<br /><a href="https://data.reachplc.com/203554478398974" rel="noopener">https://data.reachplc.com/203554478398974</a><br /> <br />Watch and subscribe to our Blood Red videos on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/BloodRedLiverpoolFC" rel="noopener">https://www.youtube.com/c/BloodRedLiverpoolFC</a><br /> <br />Join our Blood Red podcast group on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1656599847979758/" rel="noopener">https://www.facebook.com/groups/1656599847979758/</a>