Arne Slot offers cryptic hint on Liverpool transfer plans after Alexander Isak setback

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Liverpool IconLiverpool FC NewsFeaturesLiverpool FCLiverpool boss Arne Slot kept his cards close to his chest when asked about the potential for some January transfer business, with Alexander Isak's injury increasing the needArne Slot speaking during his Liverpool press conferenceArne Slot did his best to dodge questions about Liverpool’s potential transfer plans for the January window after suffering yet another setback with his squad.The Reds are dealing with a growing injury list after Alexander Isak was ruled out for the forseeable future, having had to undergo surgery after suffering a fractured fibula and ankle injury during the weekend’s 2-1 win over Tottenham.Isak’s absence comes as a major blow at a time when Liverpool’s attack is already being stretched, with Mohamed Salah away on Africa Cup of Nations duty with Egypt, while Cody Gakpo is also out injured.READ MORE: Liverpool handed new red card verdict as referee told he missed third sending-off vs TottenhamREAD MORE: Liverpool dealt new referee verdict on Alexander Isak tackle as leg break suspectedThings aren’t much better in defense, with Conor Bradley now potentially missing to go on top of the injuries to Joe Gomez and Giovanni Leoni, as well as Wataru Endo who could have acted as backup.The Reds’ injury problems have supported the argument that the club should dip back into the transfer market in January, even after splashing the cash during the summer.The window opens again in just over a week’s time, although when asked about the possibility of making more signings, Slot was giving nothing away.Alexander Isak has undergone surgery after suffering a leg break(Image: Getty Images)"I think my first and only thoughts are on the upcoming two games,” he said in his pre-match press conference ahead of the game against Wolves on December 27.“Two difficult ones again, two home games, that's really nice, so I think it's a time for the players we do have available to do what they've done so many times - to roll their sleeves up, and not only our players but our fans as well, to help us in the best possible way to get the results we want in the upcoming two games."Although Slot is staying silent on any potential transfer activity next month, speculation is growing that Liverpool could be busy in the New Year.Get LFC's 2025/26 season home and away kitsThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn moreFrom $100LFC.comSee the dealLiverpool's home and away strips for the 2025/26 season are the first in their new partnership with adidas.Fans can order jerseys in the US at Fanatics.com or via the LFC Online Store in both the US and across the world.Antoine Semenyo has been linked with a move to Anfield, with the Bournemouth winger reported to favor a move to Merseyside while agreeing personal terms with the Reds, while Marc Guehi continues to be touted after missing out on a deadline day move to Liverpool in the summer.He may find himself looking at more additions in January, but Slot has raised hopes that Isak may be able to return before the end of the season, which might influence any move for a forward.Liverpool.com says: At this stage, Liverpool needs to at least do a bit of business in January.

It would be far too big a risk to go through the rest of the season with just the options that are to hand right now.It would place a lot of pressure on the likes of Hugo Ekitike, Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konate to stay fit for the remainder of the campaign. If any of those were to pick up an injury without a replacement being brought in, that could be hugely damaging.