Liverpool Transfer News: Rumours, Gossip and Updates

Liverpool's January 2026 transfer window heats up amid defensive concerns and contract battles, as Arne Slot eyes reinforcements despite a challenging Premier League campaign.[6]

Defensive Crisis and Incoming Youth

Liverpool face a centre-back shortage, with manager Arne Slot noting only two senior options available. Recent signing Giovanni Leoni is sidelined with an ACL injury until next season.[3][6] The club has secured 18-year-old Noah Adekoya from Burnley, who announced his Anfield move on Instagram with "Gods plan," just months after his pro deal.[2] Owen Beck returned from a loan at Derby for rehab, while James Norris made his Shelbourne move permanent.[3]

Guehi Pursuit Complicated

Interest in Crystal Palace's Marc Guehi persists after missing out last summer, but Manchester City lead the race with a £35m bid amid their injury crisis to Gvardiol and Dias. Fabrizio Romano says Liverpool view a January deal as "difficult."[2]

Semenyo Race Lost, PSG Winger Eyed

Manchester City edge Liverpool for Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo, linked amid Mohamed Salah doubts. Liverpool now target a PSG winger as an alternative.[2][3] Slot insists he has "no reasons" to want Salah to leave.[3]

Contract Drama and Market Shifts

Ibrahima Konate's deal expires soon, allowing pre-contract talks with foreign clubs. Bayern's €348k-a-week mega offer to extend Dayot Upamecano has stunned Real Madrid and PSG, inflating demands for free agents like Konate and Palace's captain.[1] Slot dismissed rumours of his own replacement and hinted no immediate centre-back buys, praising Leoni's potential.[6]

With Liverpool 14 points behind Arsenal after a late Fulham draw, Slot eyes cup runs and knockout tests while planning long-term, including post-Van Dijk succession.[4][6] Fabrizio Romano confirmed Liverpool's first 2026 signing as "done."[5]

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