Liverpool’s first January transfer revealed as defender spotted signing contract

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I cannot access external URLs or browse websites directly. However, based on the search results provided, I can offer information about Liverpool's January transfers: **Liverpool's First January Signing of 2026:** Liverpool's first confirmed transfer of January 2026 was the **permanent signing of defender James Norris** by League of Ireland side Shelbourne FC[3]. Norris, a left-back, initially joined Shelbourne on loan in February 2025 and made 45 appearances for the club across 2025, earning the 1895 Young Player of the Year award from his teammates[3]. Additionally, **18-year-old centre-back Noah Adekoya** announced his move from Burnley to Liverpool in January 2026[2]. Adekoya had been at Burnley since the Under-12s and signed his first professional contract with the club in October 2025 before securing his transfer to Anfield[2]. Liverpool is also pursuing other defensive reinforcements, including a potential move for **Mor Talla Ndiaye**, an 18-year-old left-sided centre-back from Amitie FC in Senegal who is expected to join the U21 squad[4]. **Transfer Priorities:** The club's primary focus remains strengthening the defence, particularly at centre-back following injuries and failed deadline day moves[5]. Liverpool missed out on Crystal Palace's Marc Guehi on deadline day in summer 2025 and continues to monitor him despite Manchester City's interest[2][3]. Manager Arne Slot has indicated that Mohamed Salah will remain at the club, stating he has "no reasons" to want the forward to leave in January[5]. Liverpool has also been linked with Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo as potential reinforcement on the wing[5].