Jordan Chamberlain

Editor in Chief of Empire of the Kop and addicted Liverpool fan, with a history of writing for multiple publications - online and print.

Proudest moments include interviewing Ian Rush, Steve McManaman and sharing a pint with Sir Kenny Dalglish at the opening of the Anfield's New Main Stand.

Lover of niche football writing, a timely meme and Jurgen Klopp!

Gakpo, Diaz
Editor’s Column: Can Luis Diaz imitate Sadio Mane’s final season in Red?
When Luis Diaz arrived at Liverpool, he was initially introduced as an impact sub on the left wing. He was electric. Genuinely...
Zubimendi
Editor’s Column: Arne Slot has sent a message to Richard Hughes
Liverpool were pretty impressive in their 3-0 victory over Bournemouth on Saturday afternoon. Luis Diaz got two, Darwin Nunez scored a beauty...
Ryan Gravenberch
Editor’s Column: Ryan Gravenberch, mate
Alright, he was pretty good on opening day against Ipswich. But they’ve just been promoted. Doesn’t mean anything. He ran the show...
harvey-elliott
Editor’s Column: Who can replace Harvey Elliott?
It’s a really big blow for the player and the club. Harvey Elliott will be out for two months and will miss...
Schmadtke, Liverpool, Ornstein
Editor’s Column: Jörg Schmadtke’s 2023 transfer window was extremely underrated
Jörg Schmadtke joined Liverpool as sporting director in May 2023 before the summer transfer window – and did all his work from...
Fede Chiesa
Editor’s Column: The Federico Chiesa deal grows on you every minute
When I first saw Twitter explode with news that Liverpool were going for Federico Chiesa a few days back, I couldn’t quite...
Nyoni, Bajcetic, Liverpool
Editor’s Column: Stefan Bajcetic and Tyler Morton leaving leaves Liverpool short in midfield
Liverpool have been ruthless when it comes to outgoings this summer, and fairly toothless the other way. With Sepp van den Berg...
Ryan Gravenberch
Editor’s Column: Has Ryan Gravenberch climbed Liverpool pecking order?
Ryan Gravenberch has been the forgotten man of Liverpool’s summer. The Dutchman didn’t feature at the Euros for Netherlands and has been...
Mac Allister Zubimendi
Editor’s Column: Mac-Zubi pivot screams control for Liverpool
It looks like Martin Zubimendi will be the first big signing of the Arne Slot era. In fact, he’ll be the first...
Wataru Endo, Liverpool
Editor’s Column: Should Liverpool sell Wataru Endo?
Make no mistake; Wataru Endo massively outperformed expectations last season. The Japan captain arrived from Stuttgart to much confusion after Liverpool missed...
Liverpool, Zubimendi, Hughes
Editor’s Column: Lack of Liverpool transfers is worrying
Only Liverpool and Fulham of all 20 Premier League clubs have so far failed to sign a first-team player this summer. And...
Bajcetic
Editor’s Column: What Liverpool fans want to see in Arne Slot’s pre-season
Arne Slot’s first pre-season has begun at Kirkby, although a huge number of established stars are yet to return due to their...
Liverpool, Fowler, Alexander-Arnold, Southgate
Editor’s Column: Watching England as a Liverpool fan has been so weird
I want England to win when I watch them. I’m not a Liverpool fan who actively wants them to lose, even though...
Darwin Nunez
Editor’s Column: How does Arne Slot channel Uruguay’s Darwin Nunez?
It’s funny… If Darwin Nunez was never signed by Jurgen Klopp and fans this summer were watching this lethal, physical behemoth of...
Yoro, Ornstein, Liverpool
Editor’s Column: Leny Yoro £42m bid shows Reds chasing elite youngsters
Liverpool are in the market for a centre-back, with a £42m bid for Lille teenager Leny Yoro rejected, reports Spanish outlet Mundo...
bradley-trent
Editor’s Column: Connor Bradley’s brace and Jeremie Frimpong links all lead to same conclusion
Last week I wrote that Trent Alexander-Arnold should be paired with Declan Rice in midfield for the Euros by Gareth Southgate. It...
Trent Alexander-Arnold
Editor’s Column: Trent Alexander-Arnold should start alongside Declan Rice for England
Trent Alexander Arnold vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina: ■ Most passes (90) ■ Most crosses (7) ■ Most long balls (7) ■ Most...
edwards-hughes
Editor’s Column: Michael Edwards’ summer transfer hit-list
Jurgen Klopp confirmed during his leaving speech that Arne Slot would be the man taking over for next season, and the club...
Thiago, Johnson, Liverpool
Editor’s Column: Thiago is and always be a genius
Thiago Alcantara today announced what we’ve all known for months: that he’ll be leaving on a free transfer this summer. There’s no...
Mo Salah, Liverpool, Romano, Williams
Editor’s Column: Mo Salah’s potential new positions under Arne Slot
It looks like Mo Salah will stay at Liverpool next season, after Sky Sports claimed the Egyptian will enter the last year of...