Compared to their Premier League and European contemporaries, Liverpool were very quiet in therecent summer transfer window.
In the end, Federico Chiesa was the only player to arrive late, while a deal for Giorgi Mamardashvili was finalized, though he won’t join for another year.
Before that, the January transfer window is approaching, and regardless of Arne Slot’s team’s performance, the club has pinpointed two areas that require reinforcement.
Liverpool is targeting two signings in January. According to Football Insider, they aim to acquire a left-sided center-back and a defensive midfielder.
Missing out on Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi is likely a significant setback for Slot, highlighting the importance of that position. With uncertainties surrounding Virgil van Dijk’s contract renewal, Liverpool appears to be preparing for both cover and potential replacements.
It remains unclear how much the club can allocate for these positions. However, with Zubimendi’s release clause set at €60m/£51.3m, fans can expect Liverpool to invest adequately.
To consistently compete for major titles, the club must pursue top-tier talent in these roles, which will require a substantial financial commitment.
The future of Virgil van Dijk, along with Mo Salah and Trent Alexander-Arnold, will likely be a priority for the club before considering any new signings.
Losing any one or all three of them could significantly influence how Slot and his coaching team plan for the future at Anfield.
