{
  "id": 10623490,
  "title": "Liverpool handed blow in chase for Premier League defender",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/liverpool-handed-blow-in-chase-for-premier-league-defender",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-29T06:05:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/liverpool-handed-blow-chase-premier-060500168.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Liverpool faces a setback in their pursuit of a Premier League left-back. The club has struggled in this position this season, with Andy Robertson departing on a free transfer and Milos Kerkez and Kostas Tsimikas failing to impress. Liverpool is reportedly considering signing a new left-back, but their search has taken a turn as Crystal Palace approaches a potential January deal with Tyrick Mitchell. The 27-year-old Englishman, known for his top-flight performances at Crystal Palace, represents a ready-made alternative to the Reds' current options. With just one year remaining on his contract and a valued price tag of €17.8 million (~£15.3m), Mitchell presents himself as an affordable acquisition if a new agreement cannot be reached. The Premier League's top left-backs are scarce, and Liverpool eagerly awaits the possibility of securing Mitchell's services.",
  "summary": "One of Liverpool’s problem areas this season has been at left-back. Long-time first choice Andy Robertson left the club on a free transfer in the summer, and his presence is greatly missed.Milos Ker...",
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      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "'This may be the biggest story in the Premier League's history'",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/this-may-be-the-biggest-story-in-the-premier-leagues-history",
        "published": "2026-09-29T06:11:25.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}