Schalke vs Manchester City: Versatile Liverpool transfer target Weston McKennie to stun Pep Guardiola’s men in the Champions League?

Schalke vs Manchester City: Versatile Liverpool transfer target Weston McKennie to stun Pep Guardiola’s men in the Champions League?
Liverpool fans should be keeping tabs on Schalke vs Manchester City in the Champions League – live on talkSPORT.Not only can they check out the form of their Premier League title rivals, they could also hear all about a potential summer signing in Weston McKennie.3

McKennie in action for Schalke

In January, Liverpool were linked with a 20million move for the United States international who is now in his second full season at the Veltins-Arena.It’s no surprise either given McKennie’s incredible versatility which has seen him play at right-back, centre-back, in midfield, and even as a forward this campaign.Under current boss Domenico Tedesco he’s also used to pressing and hard-running which would allow him to adapt quite well under manager Jurgen Klopp, should he eventually make the move to Anfield.So what do Liverpool and Manchester City fans need to listen out for? Find out below.

What’s being said about Weston McKennie?

The American starlet turned down a homegrown player contract with MLS side FC Dallas in favour of a switch to Schalke back in August 2016 and his decision is proving wise.Playing Champions League football at 20 years old is impressive and he’s developing into an incredibly versatile performer.His preferred role is as a central midfielder who can pinch possession and pass the ball on to his team-mates but this campaign he’s filled in wherever necessary for Tedesco.WhoScored.com3

The positions McKennie has played in this season.

On his midfield duties, McKennie told ESPN: That position requires a lot of running. Stepping out, pressure, come back.“Its something that we have learned from Tedesco. You can only teach yourself the will – the heart – to do it. But the tactics behind it? We learned that from him.Meanwhile, in a mid-season friendly with Genk last year, his manager finally tried him out as a centre-back in a 3-5-2 and was impressed by his second-half showing.3

McKennie stars against Bayern Munich.

“We’ve been wanting to try him out in central defence for a while,” Tedesco said. “He’s good in the air, strong and up for anything.”Last time out against Freiburg he was at right-back but even his manager is unsure of his best position, such is his versatility.“Weston McKennie is an aggressive leader. He can play anywhere in midfield, in front of the defence or behind the attack, at centre-back in a back three or a back four,” he said last season.

Live on talkSPORT

talkSPORT will bring you live commentary of Schalke vs Manchester City in the Champion League tonight, kick off 20:00

What does Weston McKennie say?

“I can play anywhere except goalkeeper but if the coach asks me to play there, then I would,” joked the 20-year-old, who already displays a mature mentality on and off the pitch.He remains grounded despite his rise and told Kicker: “I know exactly who I am and where I come from.“My mom would bust my chops if I suddenly started behaving like a star.”

Against Manchester City

Right now we’re uncertain as to where McKennie will play, although it’s likely to be back in central midfield withDaniel Caligiuri set to return at right-back.He should start and inject some much-needed energy against Pep Guardiola’s side, who could dominate from the outset and will need to have their play broken up.It’s a game which should give us a perfect idea of where McKennie is in his career right now and whether a move to Liverpool is actually a viable option.

talkSPORT will bring you live commentary of Schalke vs Manchester City in the Champions League tonight, kick off 20:00

---

Real Madrid have completed the signing of Eintracht Frankfurt forward Luka Jovic on six-year contract. The young Serb said his dream has come true after leaving Eintracht Frankfurt for Spanish giants Real Madrid.
Real Madrid confirm £58m Luka Jovic transfer as Serbian

---

Apr 22, 2019 · Raheem Sterling will cover all the costs for the funeral of the Crystal Palace youth player Damary Dawkins. The Manchester City and England forward supported the campaign by Damary's family to
Man City star Raheem Sterling to pay for funeral of Crystal

---

Manchester City or Liverpool will be crowned Premier League champions on Sunday, when all 20 teams play their final league games of the season. Pep Guardiola's side must beat Brighton & Hove
Guardiola unsure on De Bruyne fitness as Liverpool crunch

---

Manchester United news: Former coach compares Jesse Lingard

---

Manchester United: How Red Devils could line up next season with Real Madrid's Raphael Varane and Roma's Kostas Manolas Varane and Manolas are reportedly defensive summer transfer targets for
Way-too-early look at next season: Real Madrid land Mbappe

---

New home sales in the U.S. unexpectedly showed a notable increase in the month of December, according to a report released by the Commerce Department on Tuesday. The report said new home sales jumped by 3.7 percent to an annual rate of 621,000.
Celtic's - News Search - AIOIS - All-in-one Internet Search

---

Nottingham Forest have appointed club legend Martin O'Neill as their new manager.. O'Neill replaces Aitor Karanka, who left the club last Friday, and will be tasked with leading Forest into the
Nottingham Forest appoint club legend O'Neill as new manager

---

Rose said that he has "had enough" and "can't wait" to quit football because of the way racism was handled in the sport. Tottenham defender Danny Rose has been grateful for the
Aaron Ramsey: Gunners fans still can't believe Welshman is

---

Former Liverpool defender Jose Enrique has thanked his fans for their support after revealing images of his treatment for a brain tumour. The 32-year-old underwent surgery in June of last year but
Jose Enrique reveals pictures of brain tumour treatment

---

~ 'Somebody kick him' - Ex-Arsenal goalkeeper Seaman reveals thoughts before Ryan Giggs scored FA Cup semi-final goal for Man United ~ Kenya Latest
'Somebody kick him' - Ex-Arsenal goalkeeper Seaman reveals
hollywoodadviser.com/somebody-kick-him-ex-arsenal-goalkeeper-seaman-reveals-thoughts-before-ryan-giggs-scored-fa-cup-semi-final-goal-for-man-united/
At Villa Park on 14 April, Manchester United winger Ryan Giggs scored the goal of his life in the semi-final replay against Arsenal. Giggs ran through the heart of the Gunners' midfield and defence before smashing the ball beyond David Seaman to give United a 2-1 extra-time win in a pulsating affair.
'Somebody kick him' - Ex-Arsenal goalkeeper Seaman reveals

---

Switzerland vs England: How to listen. Full commentary from the Estadio D.Afonso Henriques in Guimaraes will be live on talkSPORT, with our coverage getting under way at 1pm. Mark Saggers will bring you all the build-up and to tune into our commentary just click here for the live stream or click the radio player below.
Switzerland vs England live on talkSPORT: Free commentary

---

Jonathan Simon Woodgate (born 22 January 1980) is a former footballer who played as a defender and current manager of Middlesbrough. Woodgate started his career at Leeds United. He was sold to Newcastle United for £9 million in 2003, where he impressed despite injury problems.

---

SERGIO AGUERO and Manchester City became the latest to suffer from the 'Drake Curse'. The Argentine striker saw his penalty saved as Pep Guardiola's side fell to a 1-0 first-leg defeat to Tottenham in the Champions League quarter-finals last night.
MMA - talkSPORT

---

Tottenham Hotspur declare interest in signing Chelsea star Mateo Kovacic from Real Madrid Tottenham Hotspur have declared their interest in signing Mateo Kovacic from Chelsea. The midfielder arrived at Stamford Bridge in August on a season-long loan from Real Madrid in order to fulfil his.. talkSPORT - Published on December 5, 2018
Chelsea & Spurs Battle for Mateo Kovacic as Star Has

---

Arsenal were handed a shock 1-0 defeat by Belarusian outfit BATE Borisov in the first leg of their UEFA Europa League Round of 32 fixture on Thursday. Arsenal started brightly at the Borisov Arena
Bate Borisov 1-0 Arsenal: Gunners suffer defeat in Belarus

---