Liverpool Transfer News: January 2026 Window Updates

Liverpool's 2026 January transfer activity has been minimal so far, with a net spend of just £1m amid a challenging title defense under Arne Slot. Despite a record £446.5m summer outlay that secured the 2024-25 Premier League title, the Reds are off the pace this season, exacerbated by Conor Bradley's major knee injury against Arsenal, leaving defensive options thin[1][2].

Confirmed Ins

• Mor Talla Ndiaye (CB, 18, from Amitie FC) – Signed for ~£1m ($1.3m) on Jan 9. The Senegalese U17 World Cup defender is a long-term prospect[1][2][4].
• Owen Beck (LB) – Loan return from Derby County on Jan 5 after injury cut short his spell. He'll rehab at Liverpool, with no further loans planned to stabilize fitness[1][2][4].

Confirmed Outs

• James Norris (LB) – Permanent move to Shelbourne (undisclosed) on Jan 5, converting his loan[1][2][4].

Total spend: £1m | Income: £0m | Net spend: £1m[1].

Latest Rumours

Defensive reinforcements are a priority after a collapsed deadline-day bid for Crystal Palace's Marc Guéhi last summer and Luis Díaz's €75m exit to Bayern Munich[2][5]. Incoming links include Micky van de Ven (Tottenham), Carlos Baleba (Brighton), and right-back Julian Ryerson[1][5]. Outgoing speculation surrounds Mohamed Salah (Al Hilal, Al-Qadsiah, Fenerbahce, Galatasaray) and Ibrahima Konaté (Inter, Bayern, Real Madrid)[1]. Slot may assess plans for further signings as the window closes Feb 2[4][7].

Competition elsewhere: Manchester City signed Antoine Semenyo (£62.5m+add-ons) from Bournemouth, despite Liverpool interest[2][4].

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