--- title: "Liverpool morning news round-up – 16th October 2019" canonical: "https://readliverpoolfc.com/news/liverpool-morning-news-round-up-16th-october-2019/" type: "post" language: "en-GB" author: "Read Everything" section: "Liverpool News" published: "2019-10-16T07:30:00Z" modified: "2019-10-16T07:30:00Z" --- # Liverpool morning news round-up – 16th October 2019 The news cycle surrounding Liverpool never stops and as such, it can be difficult to keep up to date with everything that’s going on. Therefore, we’ve rounded up everything you might have missed from yesterday into one place. * * * ### [Klopp turned down Man United because he "hated" commercial focus, claims Fowler](https://readliverpoolfc.com/2019/10/15/klopp-turned-down-man-united-because-he-hated-commercial-focus-claims-fowler/) ![](https://cdn.readeverything.co/readliverpoolfc/2019/10/1179171090-300x300.jpg) Jurgen Klopp may be settled at Liverpool after four superb years at the club, but he wasn't always nailed-on to join the Reds.\ The German was one of … [Read More](https://readliverpoolfc.com/2019/10/15/klopp-turned-down-man-united-because-he-hated-commercial-focus-claims-fowler/) * * * ### [Fan reactions: Do any Man United players make a LFC & MUFC combined XI?](https://readliverpoolfc.com/2019/10/15/fan-reactions-do-any-man-united-players-make-a-lfc-mufc-combined-xi/) ![](https://cdn.readeverything.co/readliverpoolfc/2019/10/1170066836-300x300.jpg) For those of you who missed it, earlier today, Sky Sports asked pundit Danny Mills for his combined Liverpool and Manchester United XI ahead of the … [Read More](https://readliverpoolfc.com/2019/10/15/fan-reactions-do-any-man-united-players-make-a-lfc-mufc-combined-xi/) * * * ### [Milner reveals love for Leeds in trip down memory lane – could he return there?](https://readliverpoolfc.com/2019/10/15/milner-reveals-love-for-leeds-in-trip-down-memory-lane-could-he-return-there/) ![](https://cdn.readeverything.co/readliverpoolfc/2019/10/1177707575-300x300.jpg) James Milner finishing his career at Leeds United would be a fitting way to bow out, but he still has plenty to offer at Liverpool. The 33-year-old … [Read More](https://readliverpoolfc.com/2019/10/15/milner-reveals-love-for-leeds-in-trip-down-memory-lane-could-he-return-there/) * * * ### [Man United quartet set to return for Liverpool clash – a blow for the Reds?](https://readliverpoolfc.com/2019/10/15/man-united-quartet-set-to-return-for-liverpool-clash-a-blow-for-the-reds/) ![](https://cdn.readeverything.co/readliverpoolfc/2019/10/1178197337-300x300.jpg) Many are expecting Liverpool to steamroller Manchester United this weekend, but it will be a tough assignment for the Reds.\ Jurgen Klopp's will strut … [Read More](https://readliverpoolfc.com/2019/10/15/man-united-quartet-set-to-return-for-liverpool-clash-a-blow-for-the-reds/) * * * ### [Liverpool fans mock Neville's plea to Maguire ahead of Premier League clash](https://readliverpoolfc.com/2019/10/15/liverpool-fans-mock-nevilles-plea-to-maguire-ahead-of-premier-league-clash/) ![](https://cdn.readeverything.co/readliverpoolfc/2019/10/1131875570-300x300.jpg) Gary Neville has turned into a wreck these days, such is Liverpool's brilliance and Manchester United's level of mediocrity. The United legend is … [Read More](https://readliverpoolfc.com/2019/10/15/liverpool-fans-mock-nevilles-plea-to-maguire-ahead-of-premier-league-clash/) * * * ### [Heartbreak has spurred Liverpool on, claims Alexander-Arnold – he is spot on](https://readliverpoolfc.com/2019/10/15/heartbreak-has-spurred-liverpool-on-claims-alexander-arnold-he-is-spot-on/) ![](https://cdn.readeverything.co/readliverpoolfc/2019/10/1178745358-1-300x300.jpg) Liverpool have experienced their fair share of heartbreak during the Jurgen Klopp era, from losing the 2018 Champions League final to missing out on … [Read More](https://readliverpoolfc.com/2019/10/15/heartbreak-has-spurred-liverpool-on-claims-alexander-arnold-he-is-spot-on/) * * * ### [Liverpool fans are delighted as quartet are nominated for awards](https://readliverpoolfc.com/2019/10/15/liverpool-fans-are-delighted-as-quartet-are-nominated-for-awards/) ![](https://cdn.readeverything.co/readliverpoolfc/2019/10/1176362989-300x300.jpg) Liverpool have four representatives at the 2019 Northwest Football Awards, further highlighting the club's current success. Virgil van Dijk is … [Read More](https://readliverpoolfc.com/2019/10/15/liverpool-fans-are-delighted-as-quartet-are-nominated-for-awards/) * * * ### [Liverpool fans absolutely love the sight of Alisson back in training](https://readliverpoolfc.com/2019/10/15/liverpool-fans-absolutely-love-the-sight-of-alisson-back-in-training/) ![](https://cdn.readeverything.co/readliverpoolfc/2019/10/1147346110-300x300.jpg) Alisson is expected to start against Manchester United this weekend, making a long-awaited return to Liverpool's starting lineup. The 27-year-old … [Read More](https://readliverpoolfc.com/2019/10/15/liverpool-fans-absolutely-love-the-sight-of-alisson-back-in-training/) * * * ### [Huge boost for Liverpool as Matip returns to full training](https://readliverpoolfc.com/2019/10/15/huge-boost-for-liverpool-as-matip-returns-to-full-training/) ![](https://cdn.readeverything.co/readliverpoolfc/2019/10/1174627010-300x300.jpg) Joel Matip has returned to full training with Liverpool, according to the Evening Standard's David Lynch.\ The Cameroonian missed the wins over … [Read More](https://readliverpoolfc.com/2019/10/15/huge-boost-for-liverpool-as-matip-returns-to-full-training/) * * * ### [Why Woodburn is using Gnabry as inspiration – he is a perfect role model](https://readliverpoolfc.com/2019/10/15/why-woodburn-is-using-gnabry-as-inspiration-he-is-a-perfect-role-model/) ![](https://cdn.readeverything.co/readliverpoolfc/2019/10/1161458284-300x300.jpg) It is easy to forget that Ben Woodburn is still only 20, having burst onto the scene as a 16-year-old.\ The Welshman became Liverpool's youngest-ever … [Read More](https://readliverpoolfc.com/2019/10/15/why-woodburn-is-using-gnabry-as-inspiration-he-is-a-perfect-role-model/) * * * ### [Firmino hailed as a "phenomenon" by former teammate – he is a genius](https://readliverpoolfc.com/2019/10/15/firmino-hailed-as-a-phenomenon-by-former-teammate-he-is-a-genius/) ![](https://cdn.readeverything.co/readliverpoolfc/2019/10/1177707450-1-300x300.jpg) Roberto Firmino has become one of the most popular Liverpool players of the 21st century, as well as one of the club's finest-ever foreign … [Read More](https://readliverpoolfc.com/2019/10/15/firmino-hailed-as-a-phenomenon-by-former-teammate-he-is-a-genius/) * * * ### [Liverpool fans praise Alexander-Arnold's response to Bulgaria manager](https://readliverpoolfc.com/2019/10/15/liverpool-fans-praise-alexander-arnolds-response-to-bulgaria-manager/) ![](https://cdn.readeverything.co/readliverpoolfc/2019/10/1180190589-300x300.jpg) England's 6-0 win away to Bulgaria on Monday night was tarnished by racist chants from the home supporters. It led to the game being halted twice … [Read More](https://readliverpoolfc.com/2019/10/15/liverpool-fans-praise-alexander-arnolds-response-to-bulgaria-manager/) * * * ### [Kuyt backs Liverpool to end Old Trafford hoodoo – it would be massive](https://readliverpoolfc.com/2019/10/15/kuyt-backs-liverpool-to-end-old-trafford-hoodoo-it-would-be-massive/) ![](https://cdn.readeverything.co/readliverpoolfc/2019/10/129262454-300x300.jpg) A win for Liverpool at Manchester United this weekend would feel like a significant moment in their season.\ The Reds head to Old Trafford looking for … [Read More](https://readliverpoolfc.com/2019/10/15/kuyt-backs-liverpool-to-end-old-trafford-hoodoo-it-would-be-massive/) * * * For more stories similar to those above, visit the [Read Liverpool homepage](https://readliverpoolfc.com/). You can also add this site to your newsletter offering in [your settings](https://readliverpoolfc.com/account-details/).