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Panenka LFC: Liverpool keep or sell ahead of 2025/26 season

Liverpool’s Summer Shake-Up: Who to Keep or Sell?

As pre-season drags on and competitive football feels miles away, the crew at Panenka LFC decided to do what every fan secretly loves — go through the Liverpool squad and ask that brutal but necessary question: keep or sell? The latest podcast sees the contributors break down the Reds’ roster position by position, providing a fascinating glimpse into how Arne Slot might shape his squad heading into the 2025/26 campaign.

Goalkeeping Business Already Done

The goalkeeping department seems settled. As the hosts put it, “Alisson remains our clear number one. No questions there.” With Caoimhín Kelleher leaving for Brentford in a deal “worth up to 18 million pounds,” Liverpool responded swiftly. The signing of Mamardashvili as the new backup, along with Freddy Woodman and Armin Pecsi as depth options, means “the goalkeeping business looks wrapped up for the summer.”

Right Back Reboot

Trent Alexander-Arnold’s departure has opened the door for a new era on the right flank. “With Jeremy Frimpong joining the squad, the question is where does that leave Conor Bradley?” Panenka LFC had no doubts: “He’s a definite keep. He’s technically sound, solid defensively, and most importantly, he’s homegrown.”

But not everyone is on solid ground. Calvin Ramsay’s Liverpool career remains on pause. “He came in back in 2022… but two years and several injuries later, he’s barely made any appearances.” The solution? “Let’s loan him for a season and hope he stays fit.”

Robertson or Tsimikas: Only One Can Stay

Over on the left, Milos Kerkez is “likely set to become our new starting left back.” That forces a tough decision between Andy Robertson and Kostas Tsimikas. “We can’t afford to sell both,” the show said bluntly, leaving the final call to fans in the comments. But they added knowingly, “We think we already know what the answer will be.”

Centre-Back Choices and the Joe Gomez Dilemma

With Jarell Quansah off to Germany and a potential deal for Marc Guéhi on the table, Liverpool could soon have “Van Dijk, Konaté and Guéhi as our top three choices.” Joe Gomez’s future is less clear. “Gomez is now 28… and no longer the rising star we once saw.” Still, Panenka LFC believe he stays, at least for now: “Selling him now would leave us short… he’s a reliable piece of depth.”

Curtis Stays, Harvey’s Future in Doubt

The midfield debate centred on youth. Curtis Jones is described as a player who “fits into Slot’s system… physical, versatile… one of our own.” The host confidently predicts, “Curtis is set for an even bigger role in the 2025 to 26 season.”

On Harvey Elliott, the tone shifted. “He’s technically gifted… but where does he actually fit?” With intense competition and minimal minutes, the pod suggests a possible loan or sale: “If a club puts in a bid around 30 million or more, Liverpool might seriously consider it.”

Darwin and Chiesa Out?

Up front, the spotlight was firmly on Darwin Núñez. Despite his raw attributes, the panel didn’t pull punches: “He ended the league campaign with just seven goals… Darwin will probably be sold. And honestly, we agree with that move.”

Federico Chiesa’s time at Anfield looks even shorter. “It just hasn’t clicked,” the host conceded, calling his likely exit a case where “sometimes transfers just don’t work out.”

Ben Doak: Keep, but Loan

Lastly, they discussed teenage sensation Ben Doak, who “lit up the right wing with his direct running and fearless attitude.” Still, game time may be limited. “A Premier League loan where he can start 20 or more games would massively speed up his development,” they said — but added, emphatically, “under no circumstances should we sell him permanently.”

Panenka LFC’s keep or sell rundown offers a grounded, fan-centred evaluation of a squad preparing for another title charge under Arne Slot. With opinions flying in the comments, the message is clear: “We want to hear from you now. Who would you sell? Who absolutely has to stay?”