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Liverpool fan Abigail Rudkin says head coach Arne Slot has "put the belief back" into the fans after an almost perfect start to the season.

"Losing Jurgen Klopp was such a big change, so I wasn't expecting things to go well this quickly," Rudkin told BBC Radio Merseyside.

"It makes you think what we are capable of this season when we are going into the run for Christmas at the top of the table.

"It feels fresh and new and it has put the belief back into a lot of us. A lot of us probably did lose that belief when we were thinking about the impact of transitioning.

"Players seem to have their spark back and enjoy playing under Slot. It is a surprisingly happy place to be in at the moment for Liverpool."

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Newcastle United are considering Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin as a replacement for Arsenal target Alexander Isak. (TeamTalk), external

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Liverpool manager Arne Slot is willing to sell both Alisson and Caoimhin Kelleher next summer, when 24-year-old Georgia goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili joins the club. (TBR), external

Chelsea will not make a move for Kelleher as head coach Enzo Maresca is happy with his current options. (Give Me Sport), external

Liverpool will target Eintracht Frankfurt and Egypt winger Omar Marmoush as their replacement for Mohamed Salah. (Give Me Sport), external

Meanwhile, the Reds have renewed their interest in 27-year-old Inter Milan and France forward Marcus Thuram, who has a £70m release clause that is active until the end of the 2027-28 season. (Gazzetta dello Sport - in Italian), external

Finally, Lyon want £25m for their 21-year-old France midfielder Rayan Cherki, with Liverpool and Bayer Leverkusen among the clubs interested. (Footmercato), external

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Everton fan Paul Brown says "everything needs ripping out" at the club when the Friedkin Group officially takes over - and that includes manager Sean Dyche.

The US-based group also owns Serie A side Roma and has not shied away from making bold changes since their Italian acquisition. Earlier this month, head coach Ivan Juric was sacked after just 12 matches in charge, of which he won four and lost five.

"It sounds like they are really ruthless, but I like the fact they are a bit brutal," said Brown on BBC Radio Merseyside.

"It's hard not to refer to the manager situation here at Everton. They sacked Juric for winning four matches in 12 games - but we have a manager who has won seven games in 31.

"I would like to think they won't be having any of that when they come to Everton.

"The next few fixtures are huge for Sean Dyche. If we lose to Brentford and Manchester United and the Friedkin Group arrives after that, they will want to bring their own manager in.

"Everything just needs ripping out at Everton as part of a complete reset.

"You can feel the fans are starting to turn now against Dyche because it is terrible and frustrating football to watch. There is fan pressure.

"I am not sure if the new owners are listening to that pressure, but I have had enough of it now. I thank Dyche for everything he has done for the club with his hands tied, but it is just so bad and boring to watch.

"The players are better than what he is getting out of them."

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Liverpool fan Josh Williams says he would understand if Trent Alexander-Arnold decided to leave Anfield next summer because his "mission is complete at the club".

Since Alexander-Arnold's Premier League debut in December 2016, he has set up 59 league goals in 237 appearances.

"I would understand - sadly - if he left because he has won everything," said Williams on BBC Radio Merseyside.

"The Trent we have seen in recent weeks would be a lot easier to replace in the market than the Trent we have seen in the past five years too.

"In those years he was doing everything for Liverpool. It would be interesting to know if his role changing this season is more future planning because he is playing a more conventional full-back role.

"He still has the odd drift into midfield but he is no longer the more creative player in the team."

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BBC Sport's chief football writer Phil McNulty has been answering your questions.

Greg asked: With the next Everton boss on everyone's lips, I think we saw the right man for the job over the last four days. He won't get it because the new owners will bring their own man in, but it is Lee Carsley for me. He knows the club, would bring young players through, and play the football we crave.

Phil answered: I've had a few questions about Lee Carsley and Everton over the last few weeks.

I agree with you that he will not come into contention if, as I believe, prospective new owner Dan Friedkin brings his own man in to succeed Sean Dyche, probably at the end of the season with – in the ideal scenario – Everton still in the Premier League and Dyche's contract expired.

Given Everton's plight, it would also be a huge task for any manager, particularly one who hasn't managed full-time at club level.

Carsley may well have had an unblemished record as England's interim manager had it not been for a reckless selection gamble that backfired against Greece at Wembley, but he fulfilled his remit in restoring them to the top-tier of the Nations League, while giving youth players their chance.

The standard of opposition must always be taken into account, but there is a lot for Carsley to be proud of.

Everton manager? Not now, but maybe at some time in the future. As we know, he was a highly respected player and personality during his time at the club.

Liverpool winger Ben Doak has been earning plaudits for his displays on loan at Middlesbrough and while on international duty with Scotland.

The Monday Night Club team discussed the talented teenager, who has yet to earn regular minutes at Anfield.

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Captain Andrew Robertson made his 80th international appearance and netted a late winner against Poland.

His appearance made him the joint third most capped player for Scotland (level with Darren Fletcher) behind only Kenny Dalglish (102) and Jim Leighton (91).

Former Everton winger Andros Townsend is disappointed that Toffees goalkeeper Jordan Pickford does not get the same recognition for his performances at club level as he does for England.

"The biggest myth in football is that Pickford only plays well for England and never does well for his club," said Townsend on BBC Radio 5 Live's Monday Night Club.

"One of the big reasons Everton are still in the Premier League is because of Jordan Pickford."

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Everton manager Sean Dyche will be under scrutiny during the Toffees' difficult run of fixtures over the Christmas period. (Football Insider), external

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Chelsea are plotting a summer bid for 25-year-old Liverpool and Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher. (Sun), external

Liverpool are interested in 26-year-old AC Milan and USA winger Christian Pulisic, along with Manchester United and West Ham. (Calciomercato), external

Liverpool winger Federico Chiesa could return to Italy in January, with Inter Milan eyeing up a loan move for the 27-year-old. (Mirror), external

Meanwhile, Liverpool and Arsenal will not be able to sign Mohammed Kudus for less than his £85m release clause next summer, with West Ham determined to keep hold of the 24-year-old winger. (Football Insider), external

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