Liverpool Transfer News: Rumours, Gossip, and Updates

The January 2026 transfer window is heating up for Liverpool under manager Arne Slot, with confirmed deals, wishlist targets, and ongoing speculation dominating headlines.Liverpool's first outgoing transfer of 2026 was officially confirmed as defender James Norris permanently joined Shelbourne FC from the League of Ireland Premier Division. Norris, who impressed on loan with 45 appearances in 2025 and earned the 1895 Young Player of the Year award, expressed delight at continuing his development in Dublin.[2]

Incoming activity includes an agreed deal for 17-year-old Austrian center-back Aayan Endowuk from Austria Vienna, set for summer 2026. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed the agreement, highlighting the prospect as a huge talent, with the club accepting Liverpool's proposal.[3][4]

A detailed wishlist outlines potential reinforcements. For right-wing, Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo emerges as a prime Salah alternative, with a £65 million release clause triggerable before January 10. The 25-year-old Ghanaian forward scored a brace at Anfield early in the 2025-26 season.[1] Higher-profile options include Real Madrid's Rodrygo, Bayern's Michael Olise (ambitious despite prior medical), and England international (name unspecified in reports).[1]

Defensively, Liverpool eye Nottingham Forest's Murillo, Borussia Dortmund's Nico Schlotterbeck, RB Leipzig's Castello Lukeba, Stuttgart's Angelo Stiller, and Atalanta's Ederson. Midfield targets feature Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson, Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton, and Brighton's Carlos Baleba.[1]

Outgoing rumors swirl around players like Harvey Elliott, with Aston Villa reportedly uninterested in retaining him on loan and MLS sides poised to act. Long-term target Marc Guehi may delay decisions until summer.[2] Slot remains hopeful on other fronts, amid links to versatile forwards and defensive bolstering needs.[1][2]

Expect more activity as January progresses, with Liverpool balancing sales and strategic buys amid a busy window.