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Carl Markham

Carl Markham is a sports reporter at PA Media, primarily covering Liverpool and Everton football clubs.

Jurgen Klopp is preparing for his final match with Liverpool (Bradley Collyer/PA)
Football

Jurgen Klopp ‘absolutely fine’ with trophy haul as he departs Liverpool

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp will bid farewell to Anfield on Sunday (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

He is an icon – Virgil van Dijk leads tributes to departing boss Jurgen Klopp

Sir Alex Ferguson greets Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola (Nick Potts/PA)
Football

Pep Guardiola puzzled by Sir Alex Ferguson’s ‘squeaky bum time’ phrase

Everton manager Sean Dyche applauds the fans after the win over Sheffield United (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

Everton problems won’t be fixed overnight: Sean Dyche warns of challenges ahead

Abdoulaye Doucoure secured the win for Everton (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

Abdoulaye Doucoure goal sees Everton triumph in final home game of season

Jurgen Klopp (right) Darwin Nunez (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

Klopp defends ‘unlucky’ Nunez amid Liverpool transfer speculation

<p>Liverpool’s Virgil van Dijk has emphasised his commitment to the club </p>
Football

Van Dijk ‘excited’ for Liverpool transition after Klopp exit

Sir Jim Ratcliffe was not impressed with the tidiness standards around Manchester United (Simon Peach/PA)
Football

It’s a disgrace – Sir Jim Ratcliffe takes new broom to ‘untidy’ Man Utd premises

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp hopes the pressure being off his players will help them find form in their final three matches (Martin Rickett/PA)
Football

Jurgen Klopp says ‘pressure is off’ with Liverpool’s title hopes ‘probably’ over

Everton manager Sean Dyche has made his debut in a Blossoms music video (Andrew Matthews/PA)
Football

Sean Dyche blossoms into music video star after leading Everton to safety

Everton manager Sean Dyche saw his side secure Premier League survival (Peter Byrne/PA).
Football

My biggest achievement – Sean Dyche ‘super proud’ as Everton secure survival

Everton’s Idrissa Gueye celebrates his goal against Brentford (Peter Byrne/PA).
Football

Everton secure Premier League survival with victory over Brentford

Liverpool’s Virgil van Dijk admits they do not deserve to win the Premier League (Luca Rossini/PA)
Football

Virgil van Dijk says Liverpool do not deserve to win Premier League title

Football

Virgil van Dijk says Liverpool do not deserve to win Premier League title

Liverpool’s Virgil van Dijk admits they do not deserve to win the Premier League (Luca Rossini/PA)
Jurgen Klopp apologised to Liverpool supporters (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

Jurgen Klopp apologises to Liverpool fans after Merseyside derby defeat

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp knows how important Trent Alexander-Arnold is to their chances in the title run in (Jan Woitas/DPA)
Football

Jurgen Klopp: Trent Alexander-Arnold and Diogo Jota give Liverpool ‘a chance’

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp believes six wins will make them champions (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

Klopp believes Liverpool can win Premier League with perfect finish

Jurgen Klopp accepted Liverpool were second best (Luca Rossini/PA)
Football

Jurgen Klopp ‘not concerned’ by Mohamed Salah dip in form

Jurgen Klopp accepted Liverpool were second best (Luca Rossini/PA)
Football

Jurgen Klopp ‘not concerned’ by Mohamed Salah dip in form

Liverpool hope to repeat their famous comeback to beat Barcelona (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

Jurgen Klopp hopes Liverpool can evoke spirit of Barcelona comeback at Atalanta

Dele Alli has not played for more than a year (PA).
Football

Alli ‘overwhelmed’ by support after revealing mental health struggles

Everton manager Sean Dyche (left) celebrates victory (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

Sean Dyche happy that ‘win ugly’ approach paid off against Burnley

<p>Dominic Calvert-Lewin grabbed the only goal of the game </p>
Football

Everton land Burnley hammer blow ahead of possible points deduction

Liverpool’s Virgil van Dijk has encouraged the squad to remain calm under pressure (Tim Markland/PA)
Football

Virgil van Dijk keen to spread ‘calmness’ at Liverpool during title run-in

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp celebrates following the win over Sheffield United (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

Klopp says Mac Allister ‘wonder goal’ was Liverpool turning point

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp celebrates his side’s win (Peter Byrne/PA).
Football

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp hails Mohamed Salah composure despite missed chances

Golf

MacIntyre mocks American Ryder Cup team with caddie’s bib in Florida

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp celebrates following the win over Sheffield United (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

Klopp says Mac Allister ‘wonder goal’ was Liverpool turning point

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp celebrates his side’s win (Peter Byrne/PA).
Football

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp hails Mohamed Salah composure despite missed chances

Golf

MacIntyre mocks American Ryder Cup team with caddie’s bib in Florida

<p>Old Trafford was packed for the game between Man Utd and Liverpool </p>
Football

Two Man Utd fans arrested for tragedy chanting during Liverpool match

Football

Two Man Utd fans arrested for tragedy chanting during Liverpool match

<p>Old Trafford was packed for the game between Man Utd and Liverpool </p>
<p>Ten Hag had challenged United to save their season before hosting Liverpool </p>
Football

Ten Hag wants epic FA Cup win to be Manchester United turning point

Mohamed Salah made some Liverpool history (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

Jurgen Klopp backs Mohamed Salah to keep scoring after making Liverpool history

Manchester City’s Kyle Walker has praised referee Michael Oliver (John Walton/PA)
Football

Last-minute penalty call showed ref Michael Oliver’s ‘character’ – Kyle Walker

Rodri is embracing the challenge of securing a fourth successive Premier League title at Manchester City (Martin Rickett/PA)
Football

Rodri insists Man City are relishing challenge for fourth straight league title

Rodri is embracing the challenge of securing a fourth successive Premier League title at Manchester City (Martin Rickett/PA)
Football

Rodri insists Man City are relishing challenge for fourth straight league title

Liverpool midfielder Harvey Elliott insists they have to focus on their own game against Manchester City (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

Harvey Elliott wants Liverpool to focus on game plan not Manchester City threats

Former Liverpool winger Steve McManaman believes Darwin Nunez could develop into a “fantastic” centre-forward (Nick Potts/PA)
Football

McManaman: Darwin Nunez can turn into ‘fantastic’ forward with time and patience

Liverpool’s Darwin Nunez kicks the corner flag as he celebrates fater scoring his sides third goal during the Europa League round of 16 first leg, soccer match between Sparta Praha and Liverpool at the Epet Arena in Prague, Czech Republic, Thursday, March 7, 2024. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)
Football

Darwin Nunez still not at his peak says Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp

<p>Darwin Nunez’s brace helped Liverpool take a commanding four goal cushion in the second leg </p>
Football

Darwin Nunez leads the way as Liverpool dominate Sparta Prague

Liverpool’s Harvey Elliott, left, Mohamed Salah, centre, and Kostas Tsimikas, right, in training (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

Liverpool star Mohamed Salah back from injury and could feature at Sparta Prague

Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah has rejoined the squad for the trip to Prague (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

Mohamed Salah included in Liverpool’s travelling party for Sparta Prague clash

<p>West Ham claimed a key victory away at Everton</p>
Football

Everton’s on-field woes not solved by reduced points deduction

Beto (right) misses a penalty against West Ham (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

Sean Dyche tells Everton players to take responsibility for missed chances

Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool top the Premier League by one point (John Walton/PA)
Football

Liverpool have made ‘statement’ but must now maintain winning run – Jurgen Klopp

Liverpool midfielder Harvey Elliott is pushing himself physically (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

Harvey Elliott ready to push himself ‘to the max’ in Liverpool quadruple bid

Andy Robertson played 87 minutes at Wembley (Nick Potts/PA)
Football

Andy Robertson not concerned with Liverpool using youngsters on ‘biggest stage’

Football

Andy Robertson not concerned with Liverpool using youngsters on ‘biggest stage’

Andy Robertson played 87 minutes at Wembley (Nick Potts/PA)
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp lifts the Carabao Cup trophy (Nick Potts/PA)
Football

Klopp savours ‘most special trophy’ after Liverpool win Carabao Cup

Pep Lijnders (left) believes it is impossible to replace Jurgen Klopp (Nick Potts/PA)
Football

Liverpool will find it ‘impossible’ to replace Klopp, claims Lijnders

Virgil van Dijk admitted Liverpool tried to overcompensate for their injury-hit stars (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

Virgil van Dijk admits Liverpool overcompensated in absence of injured stars

Liverpool’s Diogo Jota has been ruled out for ‘months’ (Adam Davy/PA)
Football

Jurgen Klopp says Diogo Jota facing ‘months’ out as Liverpool injury woes worsen

Liverpool’s Diogo Jota has been ruled out for ‘months’ (Adam Davy/PA)
Football

Jurgen Klopp says Diogo Jota facing ‘months’ out as Liverpool injury woes worsen

Amadou Onana celebrates Everton’s equaliser (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

Glasner watches on as Palace denied win by late Everton equaliser

<p>Erik ten Hag’s side are in good form (Martin Rickett/PA)</p>
Football

Ten Hag believes Manchester United are heading ‘in a good direction’

Erik ten Hag’s side are in good form (Martin Rickett/PA)
Football

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has ‘a lot of respect’ for Luton

Jurgen Klopp has rejected suggestions he has rushed back players in recent weeks (Tim Markland/PA)
Football

Klopp denies speculation over cause for Liverpool injuries

Erik ten Hag says he and Manchester United’s new sporting director must be in alignment (Bradley Collyer/PA)
Football

Erik ten Hag wants sporting director on same page as Man Utd target Dan Ashworth

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk intends to enjoy the ride of the Premier League title race with Manchester City (Tim Markland/PA)
Football

Let’s enjoy the ride – Virgil van Dijk relishing roller-coaster title race

<p>Trent Alexander-Arnold warmed up with strapping on his knee</p>
Football

Alexander-Arnold injury a concern for Klopp after Liverpool victory

<p>Nunez celebrates after scoring Liverpool’s third goal</p>
Football

Liverpool beat Burnley to return to the Premier League summit

Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold is helping create more opportunities for academy players who do not earn professional contracts (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

Trent Alexander-Arnold hopes to help former academy prospects with new platform

Ashley Young played in midfield against Tottenham (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

Ashley Young insists Everton can only influence what happens on the pitch

Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou following the draw at Everton (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

Ange Postecoglou left to rue crucial moments as Tottenham concede late equaliser

Football

Ange Postecoglou left to rue crucial moments as Tottenham concede late equaliser

Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou following the draw at Everton (Peter Byrne/PA)
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp knows the pressure is on his side to win all their remaining games (Andrew Matthews/PA)
Football

Jurgen Klopp says Man City threat means Liverpool feel need to win every match

Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones believes his “time has come” to play a major role (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

Curtis Jones: My time has come to play a significant role for Liverpool

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp and Conor Bradley (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

Klopp praises academy stars for leading Liverpool through January

Jurgen Klopp was in the dugout for the first time since announcing he will be leaving Liverpool in the summer (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

‘I’m not made of wood’: Klopp admits emotions were clear during win

Jurgen Klopp was in the dugout for the first time since announcing he will be leaving Liverpool in the summer (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

‘I’m not made of wood’: Klopp admits emotions were clear during win

Everton manager Sean Dyche (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

Sean Dyche bemoans lack of VAR intervention after Luton beat Everton to progress

Jurgen Klopp (centre) does not expect news of his departure to affect the Liverpool players’ performances (Adam Davy/PA)
Football

Jurgen Klopp expects same attitude from Liverpool players after shock exit news

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is relieved he made the decision to step down at the end of the season (Carl Markham/PA)
Football

Klopp admits relief over Liverpool decision as he seeks ‘normal life’

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is stepping down at the end of the season (Andrew Matthews/PA)
Football

Jurgen Klopp won’t offer advice on successor but backs Reds to get ‘top manager’

Jurgen Klopp is to leave Liverpool at the end of the season (Carl Markham/PA).
Football

I cannot do it on three wheels – Jurgen Klopp rules out Liverpool exit U-turn

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has a long-term friendship with Norwich boss David Wagner (Dave Howarth/PA)
Football

Jurgen Klopp looking forward to Liverpool’s clash against best man David Wagner

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has played down talk of a quadruple (Andrew Matthews/PA)
Football

Jurgen Klopp plays down early talk of Liverpool’s four-trophy bid

Rory McIlroy won the Dubai Desert Classic for a record fourth time (Kamran Jebreili/AP)
Golf

Rory McIlroy savours superb comeback win for fourth Dubai Desert Classic title

<p>Rory McIlroy claimed the Dubai Desert Classic for a fourth time </p>
Golf

McIlroy completes incredible weekend comeback to win in Dubai

<p>Liverpool are refreshed following their break</p>
Football

Liverpool have benefitted from their mini-winter break, says Klopp

Egypt’s Mohamed Salah, left, leaves the field after sustaining an injury during the African Cup of Nations Group B soccer match between Egypt and Ghana (Themba Hadebe/AP)
Football

Liverpool’s Salah injury fears eased as Egypt provide update

Jurgen Klopp’s side face Bournemouth on Sunday (Richard Sellers/PA)
Football

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp shocked to see Mohamed Salah suffer injury

Andre Gomes sent Everton through (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

Gomes free-kick earns Everton FA Cup replay win over Crystal Palace

Roy Hodgson defended prioritising the Premier League (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

Hodgson understands Crystal Palace fan anger during FA Cup exit

Aston Villa’s Matty Cash has a shot saved by Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford during the Premier League match at Goodison Park, Liverpool. Picture date: Sunday January 14, 2024.
Football

Goalkeepers on top as Everton and Villa draw a blank at Goodison Park

File photo dated 09-11-2023 of Aston Villa manager Unai Emery, who admits Aston Villa are unlikely to make big moves in the transfer market this month. Issue date: Friday January 12, 2024.
Football

Point at Everton ‘not enough’ for Aston Villa boss Emery

Roy Hodgson defended prioritising the Premier League (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

Hodgson understands Crystal Palace fan anger during FA Cup exit

Aston Villa’s Matty Cash has a shot saved by Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford during the Premier League match at Goodison Park, Liverpool. Picture date: Sunday January 14, 2024.
Football

Goalkeepers on top as Everton and Villa draw a blank at Goodison Park

File photo dated 09-11-2023 of Aston Villa manager Unai Emery, who admits Aston Villa are unlikely to make big moves in the transfer market this month. Issue date: Friday January 12, 2024.
Football

Point at Everton ‘not enough’ for Aston Villa boss Emery

Football

Klopp hails ‘outstanding’ Nunez for impact in Liverpool comeback

Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi wants more from Joao Pedro (Martin Rickett/PA)
Football

Roberto De Zerbi wants more from two-goal Brighton hero Joao Pedro

Joao Pedro scores Brighton’s fourth goal against Stoke (Martin Rickett/PA)
Football

Joao Pedro at the double as Brighton made to battle for win at Stoke

Mohamed Salah (left) and Wataru Endo are expected to go deep into the respective competitions (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

Jurgen Klopp happy for Mohamed Salah and Wataru Endo’s absences to be minimum

Midfielder Wataru Endo admits the timing of his departure to the Asian Cup is difficult for him (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

Leaving Liverpool for Asian Cup in current form is hard – midfielder Wataru Endo

Virgil Van Dijk (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

Liverpool captain Virgil Van Dijk not yet entertaining Premier League title talk

Liverpool’s Virgil van Dijk switched off from football during a rare break in the festive period (Richard Sellers/PA)
Football

Van Dijk reveals festive plans - which didn’t involve the football

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp ends 2023 much happier than he began it (Peter Byrne/PA)
Football

Jurgen Klopp much happier with Liverpool form after ‘horrible’ start to 2023

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