Smitchell hopes Mukoko joins Liverpool, Southgate s resignation leads to thought

July 3rd, Liverpool legend Smitchell recently expressed his views on the team's signing strategy. He believes that although Liverpool has a lot of talent in the front line, in order to enhance the thickness of the offensive lineup, Mukoko, who loaned Dortmund, is a good choice. Dortmund has agreed to leave Mukoko and the offer is within Liverpool's affordable range. Klopp wanted to loan Mukoko when he was coaching, but Dortmund was unwilling to let him go. Now that Mukoko's performance efficiency at Dortmund has decreased, the club's attitude has changed. Smitchell hopes that Edwards can seize the opportunity to loan him. Judging from Slot's tactical formation, a striker like Mukoko is also needed.

Smitchell also talked about Southgate's resignation from the England national team. He believes that this is a blow to the English Football Association, because it is difficult to find a suitable coaching replacement for the moment. But from Southgate's personal perspective, it is wise to resign, avoiding internal strife issues like Domeneck coaches the French team. Domeneke once became a joke in football due to his lack of coaching talent and quirks, such as choosing a starting lineup by zodiac sign. He became a hero briefly after the World Cup in Germany, but was eventually forced to be dismissed due to the poor performance of France in the South Africa World Cup and became a sinner. Smitchell believes that if Southgate continues to coach, England may also face similar difficulties in the US, Canada and Mexico World Cup, and his early resignation can still preserve his reputation.

After Edwards returned to Liverpool as sports director, Smitchell was full of expectations for his signing work, so he proposed to loan Mukoko. He pointed out that although Liverpool does not lack strikers, Garkepo's performance in the Premier League failed to meet expectations, and its technical characteristics are inconsistent with Anfield's tactical requirements. He advised Edwards to consider selling Garkepo. Liverpool needs a striker like Mukoko with distinct mid-lane attributes and coordinated vertical offenses. Mukoko's addition can not only fit the tactics, but also inject new vitality into the team. Although Mukoko's performance at Dortmund has declined, his talent and potential are still there. As long as he is given trust and support, he is expected to regain or even surpass his previous form at Liverpool. However, loaning Mukoko is not easy, and it is necessary to convince Dortmund's management and communicate in-depth with Edwards to ensure that the team can accept Mukoko.