Liverpool Transfer News: Rumours, Gossip and Latest Updates

Liverpool have secured their first signing for 2026, with Fabrizio Romano confirming a deal for 17-year-old Austrian centre-back Ifeanyi Ndukwe from FK Austria Wien. The agreement, set to take effect in July 2026, was accepted by the club, who view the talented defender as a major prospect excited by the Liverpool project.[1][4]

January Window Priorities

As the January transfer window heats up, Liverpool are eyeing reinforcements amid injury crises. Club-record striker Alexander Isak faces a lengthy absence after breaking his leg against Tottenham, prompting speculation of a new forward signing.[1] Defensively, concerns over Ibrahima Konaté's potential departure at contract's end have intensified the need for a senior centre-back. Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace remains a top target, though Joel Ordonez from Club Brugge is also in consideration.[1]

Analysis suggests two key January additions—a commanding centre-back to partner Virgil van Dijk and a defensive midfielder to support Ryan Gravenberch and Alexis Mac Allister—could perfect Arne Slot's starting XI, enhancing stability and tactical flexibility amid a recent poor run.[2]

Other Updates

• Owen Beck has returned from a loan at Derby County due to injury, opting for rehab at Liverpool after signing a new contract last summer. Meanwhile, James Norris made his Shelbourne loan permanent.[3]
• Liverpool face competition from Manchester City for Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo, linked amid uncertainty over Mohamed Salah's future.[3]
• Arne Slot dismissed notions of wanting Salah to leave, stating he has "no reasons" for the star to depart Anfield in January.[3]

Recent youth moves include signing Giovanni Leoni from Parma, though he's sidelined with an ACL injury. With Salah's form inconsistent and his contract nearing expiry, wide forward options like Michael Olise are on the radar to sustain attacking threat.[2][3] Liverpool's window promises activity to bolster Slot's squad for a trophy push.

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