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Liverpool squad isn’t where it should be but Reds have talent who is ‘way ahead of everyone’

Former Liverpool striker Emile Heskey gives his verdict on Andoni Iraola's start at Anfield and highlights the development of Trey Nyoni

By Paul Gorst · Liverpool Echo

Published: Friday, 2 October 2026 at 5:00 AM

Key Things to Know

Emile Heskey says Liverpool's squad is not where it needs to be for Andoni Iraola to succeed.
Heskey praised young talent Trey Nyoni, describing his mind as way ahead of everyone else.
Andoni Iraola took over from Arne Slot following the departures of Mohamed Salah, Ibrahima Konate, and Andy Robertson.

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Former Liverpool striker Emile Heskey believes Liverpool's squad planning will prevent manager Andoni Iraola from taking the team to the next level this season. Heskey praised Iraola for remaining unbeaten at Anfield across his first five league games despite losing key players like Mohamed Salah, Ibrahima Konate, and Andy Robertson on free transfers.

Heskey highlighted young midfielder Trey Nyoni as a special talent who is mentally ahead of everyone else. Liverpool's summer business included signing Bradley Barcola for £123m, Jeremy Jacquet for £60m, Victor Munoz for £34.5m, and Ronald Araujo on loan.

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Liverpool squad isn’t where it should be but Reds have talent who is ‘way ahead of everyone’

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