Arne Slot can solve Liverpool's defensive problems with 'very talented' January signing - opinion

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Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty ImagesThe Frenchman has been a liability for Liverpool this season, and now, talks of them signing a new centre-back in January are rife. Ousmane Diomande could be the answer to Liverpool’s defensive problemsAlthough Liverpool going back in for Guehi in the January transfer window would make a lot of sense, that doesn’t feel all that likely at the moment.

The Englishman seems to be happy at Crystal Palace, with Guehi even saying that he wasn’t sad about his failed Liverpool move.With this in mind, it isn’t a surprise to see talkSPORT linking the Reds with some new centre-back targets. Photo by Diogo Cardoso/Getty ImagesWhy Ousmane Diomande could be the answer to Liverpool’s defensive problemsKonate’s inconsistency is becoming a real concern for Liverpool.

He was a star player in Amorim’s system during his time there, with the centre-back performing beyond his years. At the moment, it’s anyone’s guess what could happen, but if Konate’s form doesn’t improve soon, a new centre-back has to be a serious consideration for Slot.