Simon Hughes and James Pearce are alongside Tony Evans as Liverpool prepare to return from the final international break of the year sitting five points clear at the top of the Premier League.

So how can Liverpool maintain their lead at the top, are they genuine contenders to lift the title and what impact could the looming January transfer window have on their destiny this season?

Plus there's the latest reaction to the international break, including Ben Doak's crucial role in Scotland's Nations League wins over Croatia and Poland before 'Contract Weekly' and looking ahead to Sunday's visit to Southampton.

Host: Tony Evans

With: James Pearce and Simon Hughes

Producer: Guy Clarke

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Simon Hughes is alongside Iain Macintosh to discuss his new book, Chasing Salah: The Biography.

In the book, Simon expertly pieces together a fascinating portrait of Salah. From his relationships with his teammates to what motivates him; from how the events of the past decade in Egypt have impacted his life, to what's next in his career.

Available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Chasing-Salah-Biography-Simon-Hughes/dp/1408721155

Host: Iain Macintosh

With: Simon Hughes

Producer: Guy Clarke

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Tony Evans is joined by James Pearce and Oli Kay for this week's Walk On podcast talking through the biggest talking points.

With the Reds already five points clear after just 11 Premier League this season the panel bask in the glory following Saturday's 2-0 win over Aston Villa before turning their attention to referee David Coote who has been suspended pending further investigation by PGMOL.

That came after a video appearing to show the official voicing foul-mouthed criticism of former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp appeared on social media on Monday.

There's also the latest 'Contract Weekly' update, praise for both Mohamed Salah and Darwin Nunez as well as the latest on Trent Alexander-Arnold's injury.

Host: Tony Evans

With: James Pearce and Oli Kay

Producer: Guy Clarke

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James Pearce and Simon Hughes are here with Tony Evans to look back on another week of wins for Liverpool!

Fresh from seeing off Bayer Leverkusen 4-0 at Anfield in the Champions League we bask in more glory as Arne Slot's record now stands at 14 wins from 16 matches in charge.

Luis Diaz's sparkling showing is singled out for praise following his first hat-trick for the club before moving onto Mohamed Salah after his cryptic tweet after playing the lead role in the 2-1 win over Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League last weekend.

Plus, ahead of Saturday's visit of Aston Villa, our resident Brummie Gregg Evans drops in to give us the lowdown on Unai Emery's side.

Host: Tony Evans

With: James Pearce, Simon Hughes and Gregg Evans

Producer: Guy Clarke

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Join James Pearce for immediate reaction from Anfield as Liverpool came from behind to beat Brighton & Hove Albion retake top spot in the Premier League.

Cody Gakpo and Mohamed Salah struck in the second half as the Reds had to come from behind on a day both Arsenal and Manchester City lost.

Listen in for analysis from Anfield as well as the best from Arne Slot's post-match press conference. Plus, The Athletic's Gregg Evans also drops in with his take.

Host: James Pearce

With: Gregg Evans

Producer: Guy Clarke

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Tony Evans and James Pearce are joined by Gregg Evans for this week's Walk On, looking back on Liverpool's trips to Leipzig and London.

Having battled back twice to draw with Arsenal at the Emirates the panel assess the value of the point including the performance of Ibrahima Konate in north London. Darwin Nunez's showing against Arsenal was also under the spotlight with the Uruguayan laying on the assist for Mohamed Salah to drab Liverpool a point.

Plus, following Trent Alexander-Arnold's comments around his desire to win the Ballon d'Or, Simon Hughes has his say on what it could mean for his Liverpool future.

And finally we look ahead to the double-header in the Carabao Cup and Premier League to come with Brighton with Andy Jones dropping in with the latest on Federico Chiesa.

Host: Tony Evans

With: James Pearce and Gregg Evans

Producer: Guy Clarke

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Join James Pearce for immediate reaction as Liverpool came from behind twice to take a point away at Arsenal.

Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah were on the scoresheet in the 2-2 draw with Bukayo Saka and Mikel Merino having both put Arsenal ahead.

There's also the best from Arne Slot's press conference and The Athletic's Thom Harris drops by with his take on the game, analysing the importance of set-pieces to the action at the Emirates with both teams using set-piece routines to find a route to goal.

Host: James Pearce

With: Thom Harris

Producer: Guy Clarke

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James, Simon and Tony are here with your weekly Reds round-up as Arne Slot's side continue their winning ways!

Curtis Jones was the star at Anfield on Sunday as Chelsea were seen off 2-1, making it 10 wins from 11 under Slot.

There's contract news to bring you too, as discussions are underway with captain Virgil van Dijk and his representatives over extending his Liverpool stay.

Plus, with trips to Leipzig and London on the horizon to take on RB Leipzig and Arsenal the panel look ahead to what this week could hold with The Athletic's German football writer Seb Stafford-Bloor dropping by to look ahead to Wednesday's Champions League action.

Host: Tony Evans

With: James Pearce, Simon Hughes and Seb Stafford-Bloor

Producer: Guy Clarke

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Join James Pearce for reaction from Anfield as Liverpool made it 10 wins from 11 in all competitions under Arne Slot.

Curtis Jones put in an all-action display, winning a penalty - which was converted by Mohamed Salah - before scoring himself in the second half to allow Liverpool to retake the lead following a Nicolas Jackson equaliser.

Listen in for analysis from Anfield with James as well as the best from Arne Slot's press conference and The Athletic's Andy Jones and Mark Carey both drop in with their thoughts.

Host: James Pearce

With: Andy Jones and Mark Carey

Producer: Guy Clarke

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Tony, James and Si are with you as the international break finally draws to a close with Liverpool welcoming Chelsea to Anfield on Sunday.

Join the gang as they discuss the big talking points through the last week including Jurgen Klopp landing himself a new job with Red Bull, Joel Matip announcing his retirement from football and James making an arduous trip to Barrow to catch-up with Rhys Williams.

Plus, The Athletic's Chelsea writer Liam Twomey drops by to look ahead to Sunday's clash at Anfield and outline where the Blues may cause problems other than their main goal threat Cole Palmer.

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Host: Tony Evans

With: James Pearce, Simon Hughes and Liam Twomey

Producer: Guy Clarke

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James, Simon and Tony are here to bask in the glory of Liverpool keeping their spot at the top of the Premier League heading into the October international break.

This week they look back on the win over Crystal Palace with Gregg Evans dropping by having been on duty for The Athletic at Selhurst Park.

There's the latest on contracts with a breakthrough reached over two defenders extending their stays at Anfield (just not the two who immediately spring to mind!). The panel assess the impact Dani Carvajal's injury at Real Madrid have on Trent Alexander-Arnold's future.

Plus, we delve into the mailbag and discuss the testing fixture list to come on the other side of the international break. Enjoy!

Host: Tony Evans

With: James Pearce, Simon Hughes and Gregg Evans

Producer: Guy Clarke

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