Sources: Liverpool star’s high wage demand has put his transfer at risk
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Liverpool’s 2025 summer transfer window has been marked by high-profile departures and significant demand from some key players for transfers, creating both risk and opportunity for the club. Several established Liverpool stars are reportedly seeking moves away this summer, which poses a challenge for manager Jürgen Klopp and the transfer team ahead of the September 1 deadline.
Among the outgoing players, Darwin Núñez’s transfer to Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal stands out, having brought considerable funds into the club’s coffers. Luis Díaz’s recent confirmed move to Bayern Munich for a reported £65.5m also adds to the substantial income Liverpool has generated through sales this summer. Other exits include players like Trent Alexander-Arnold, who has joined Real Madrid, and fringe players such as Harvey Elliott and Kostas Tsimikas, who are believed to be available for transfer.
Liverpool has actively reinvested this capital, targeting key positions as the squad is restructured. The club has made significant signings including Hugo Ekitike, Giovanni Leoni from Parma, and Jeremie Frimpong from Bayer Leverkusen, among others. Strengthening the central defense remains a priority, with ongoing negotiations for Crystal Palace’s captain Marc Guéhi, despite Palace setting a high price that Liverpool currently find steep. The club’s £35 million bid reportedly remains unanswered, illustrating the tense and high-stakes nature of these discussions.
Analysts note Liverpool’s transfer policy focuses not only on immediate starters but also on versatile and promising young talents who can cover multiple positions, bolstering depth amid uncertainty caused by player exits and potential departures during upcoming competitions such as the Africa Cup of Nations.
Overall, Liverpool is tackling a delicate balancing act: managing the risks associated with losing key talent demanded by transfers while seeking to reinforce the team effectively to remain competitive at the highest level domestically and in Europe during the 2025-26 season.
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