“We Are Coming for Them” – Phil Thompson Fires Warning Ahead of Merseyside Derby

Liverpool are gearing up for a massive showdown with Everton, and former captain Phil Thompson has made it clear, the Reds are coming for them. With back-to-back cup games against Tottenham and Plymouth still to play, the real focus is already shifting to next Wednesday’s heated battle at Goodison Park.

The Merseyside derby was initially scheduled for December but had to be rescheduled. Now, it stands as Liverpool’s game in hand, a crucial fixture in their Premier League title chase. A win would push them nine points clear of Arsenal, creating a strong gap in the title race. On the other hand, any slip-up would make things much tighter at the top, with Mikel Arteta’s side waiting for any opportunity to close the gap.

Phil Thompson, who knows all about these fierce battles, has sent a message ahead of the game. Speaking on TalkSPORT, he acknowledged Everton’s form under David Moyes but insisted Liverpool are ready to bring them back down to earth.

“Listen, they are scoring loads of goals, they’re doing well, Moysey’s doing great,” Thompson said. “So much respect for Moyesy and it will be a tough game. They beat us last year, we’ve got to go there ready. They’ll do the same thing, sit back and hit on the counter. They had a great win at the weekend, but we are coming to get them.”

Liverpool’s last defeat away in the Premier League came at Goodison Park in April 2024 when Everton bullied them to a 2-0 victory. Since then, the Reds have turned things around, climbing to the top of the table under a new manager, while Everton have also gone through changes, with Moyes replacing Sean Dyche. The Toffees have hit good form at the right time, winning their last three games with an 8-2 aggregate score.

Everton’s resurgence means this will be no easy task for Liverpool, especially with the game set to take place under the Goodison Park floodlights. It will be one final derby at the historic stadium before Everton move to their new home, adding more intensity to an already fierce rivalry. But Liverpool are well aware of the challenge. Arne Slot and his players know they must deliver a stronger performance than last April if they are to maintain control in the title race.

With Arsenal hoping for a slip-up, this game carries huge importance. Liverpool must be ready for the fight. And as Thompson has warned, they are coming for them