Cliff notes from the presser.
Injury update:
Everyone is fine, players out on track to be back soon.
Balotelli, Borini, Lucas futures:
Natural at this stage of the season there'll be moves for certain players. Everyone knows where they stand within the squad. Will be moves for the players that want to go and play football.
Side question about the window being open into the season and Rodgers reckons it should close before hand.
Liverpool played a more direct style of football against Stoke, is it a sign of things to come?
"Last time I spoke I said it's about the unpredictability of our game. It's about finding the different ways or solutions to win the game. We've brought in good players to give us that variety. The core ideas are the same though." Goes on to speak well of Eddie Howe and Bournemouth.
Firmino scored hat trick during the week in a training match, how far away is from playing?
Trains to the max every day, coming along very well. Very nice guy too. Very close.
Danny Ings came very close to his debut, idea to make his debut at Anfield against Bournemouth?
Players know it will be difficult as there's only one game per week. Unlikely to change much until games come thick and fast (after international breaks). Good for players like Danny to have behind closed door games.
Rodgers goes on to say how they trained at Anfield on Friday night. Important for the players to do so, to get acquainted with such a special ground. Need our home form to be second to none this season.
Jon Flanagan update:
Don't want to put any pressure on him. He's very talented, don't want to rush him back but he's working hard to be back sooner than predicted.
Is there any set way you galvanise the team?
Finding a common cause that they can fight for. We'll always find way to do so, between myself and the coaching staff. Most of this is done on the training field. Social bonding also helps.
Moreno & Markovic see themselves on the peripheries now,is this a time where you can see their character their reactions?
For the first time especially being so young they might find themselves not being a regular starter. They'll be needed, it's a long season. When the opportunity comes they will have to take it.
Gomez had a very good debut, is he a fixture in the side or will you be taking him out?
He's a very good player. I wanted to assess where he is, see where is pathway is, whether he needed a loan or not. He's got the flexibility and qualities to play three different positions. Adds a lot to the squad especially being so young.
Very good performance especially against someone like Walters. He's only 18, but surprised by his maturity. He recognises his opportunity. He chose Liverpool as he felt we offered him the best chance at improving.
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