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Liverpool's Andoni Iraola faces decision on Bajcetic before season opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 9:20 AM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Liverpool's Andoni Iraola faces decision on Bajcetic before season opener

Summary

As the 2026-27 Premier League season approaches, Liverpool's opening match against Newcastle is less than a week away. Manager Andoni Iraola must soon decide on the squad, particularly regarding midfielder Stefan Bajcetic, whose role has been uncertain following his injury struggles. Last season, Liverpool's midfield had significant issues, with key players underperforming. This has fueled speculation about potential changes to the midfield lineup, but no new signings have been confirmed as of now. The urgency to finalize the roster increases as the transfer deadline nears.

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Status Watch

•Liverpool opens the season against Newcastle on August 26.
•Bajcetic's future with the club remains unclear.
•Liverpool's midfield struggled significantly last season.
•Urgency increases with the approaching transfer deadline.
•Speculation surrounds potential new signings for the midfield.

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9:20 AMYahoo Sports — Andoni Iraola yet to make decision on 21-y/o Liverpool sensation, time is running out

What they're saying

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The start of Liverpool's 2026-27 Premier League season is now less than a week away. Their opening game is set to come against Newcastle who might be the only other team who have made as many changes ...
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