Liverpool Transfer News, Rumours and Gossip: Live Updates

Liverpool are gearing up for a busy January 2026 transfer window amid defensive injuries and squad reinforcement needs under Arne Slot. The window opened on January 1 and closes February 2 at 7pm.[1]

Key Targets and Interests

• Marc Guehi (Crystal Palace): Liverpool remain keen after a £35m Deadline Day deal collapsed last summer. With Guehi's contract expiring in June 2026, Palace may resist a January sale, but Conor Bradley's season-ending injury has intensified pressure for a centre-back move. Arsenal and Manchester City are rivals, but Guehi reportedly favours Liverpool or Arsenal.[1][2][5]
• Plans for a centre-back, winger, and central midfielder could accelerate due to struggles this season and Mohamed Salah's uncertain future.[1]
• Milos Kerkez linked as a potential left-back option.[1]

Recent Signings and Moves

• Liverpool signed 18-year-old Senegalese defender Mor Talla Ndiaye from Amitie FC for £1m on January 9.[3]
• Owen Beck returned from Derby loan for rehab; James Norris' loan to Shelbourne made permanent.[3]
• Interest in Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo (£62.5m to Man City), who both Liverpool and Man Utd eyed.[2][3]

Defensive Crisis

Bradley joins long-term absentees, piling pressure on Jeremy Frimpong and Joe Gomez. Reliance on Virgil van Dijk grows, with his contract decision looming by 2027 as he nears his mid-30s. Ibrahima Konate's extension unsigned adds uncertainty.[5][6]

Women's Team Updates

Liverpool Women, bottom of WSL with 4 points from 12 games, debuted January signings Jennifer Falk (GK) and Alice Bergstrom against London City Lionesses.[4]

Amid £200m+ summer spend, Liverpool aim to bolster depth without overpaying, especially for soon-to-be frees like Guehi.[1][5]

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