Keep, Dump or Extend? Seven Questions Liverpool Must Answer in the January Transfer Window

As the January transfer window opens on January 1, Liverpool face critical decisions amid uncertainty surrounding star forward Mohamed Salah and squad dynamics under coach Arne Slot. The article poses seven key questions the club must address to bolster their title challenge.[1]

1. Keep, Dump or Extend Mohamed Salah?

Salah's future hangs in the balance after he accused the club of "throwing him under the bus" for recent benchings during a poor form slump. Long targeted by Saudi Pro League clubs like Al Hilal, a winter exit seems likely, especially with their window opening January 1. An MLS move to San Diego FC is unrealistic despite interest. Liverpool must decide whether to cash in now or extend his contract amid his uncertain commitment.[1]

Bayern Munich's interest in Crystal Palace's Marc Guéhi intensifies competition, but Liverpool—who nearly signed him last summer—remain suitors. The defender could wait for a free-agent summer move, prompting Liverpool to act decisively in January.[1][3]

Remaining questions cover left-back reinforcements, aging stars' extensions (e.g., Virgil van Dijk?), and promoting academy talents versus big buys. With the window short, Arne Slot must balance budget and immediate needs amid Liverpool's injury woes and form dip. Strategic moves on Salah, Elliott, and targets like Guéhi could define their season.[2][4]

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