Liverpool's dream 2026: Marc Guehi done, Ibrahima Konate decision, and Mohamed Salah change
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Liverpool has started the 2025/26 season more slowly than it would have liked, but Arne Slot has plenty of things to look forward to across the course of the next few monthsMarc Guehi, Mohamed Salah and Ibrahima Konate.(Image: Getty Images)Liverpool will look back on 2025 with mixed emotions. Slot's men are playing catch-up in the Premier League, but there is still a chance to go far in Europe, with lots more to look forward to besides.READ MORE: 3 Liverpool players could soon boost Arne Slot's squad as breakout stars of 2026READ MORE: Mohamed Salah agreement reached as Liverpool handed transfer solution for 2026Champions League successHaving already beaten both Madrid clubs, Liverpool has shown itself capable of playing well in the biggest fixtures.
Going far in Europe is the next logical thing to target, with some evidence already emerging that it could be a route to success.Arne Slot, head coach of Liverpool FC, speaks to the media in a press conference.(Image: Francesco Scaccianoce - UEFA via Getty Images)Florian Wirtz and Alexander Isak igniteIn part with one eye on what Liverpool looks like when Mohamed Salah moves on — whenever that ends up being — the Reds spent big on Florian Wirtz and Alexander Isak, among others, in the summer.So far, we have seen flashes from Wirtz, but little more. A couple more goals here and there would do his confidence the world of good.Florian Wirtz of Liverpool lines up with his teammates in the tunnel prior to the Premier League match between Liverpool and Brighton & Hove Albion at Anfield (Image: 2025 Liverpool FC)Center-back solutionWhile it did a lot of reworking last summer, Liverpool still has more work to do.
Even if Guehi arrives — and there will be competition from elsewhere — there is an argument for signing another player in that position too.Ideally, Konate, though he hasn't had the best season, would agree a contract extension too. The Frenchman is only 26, and it would seem a waste for him to leave on a free.Marc Guehi continues to be linked with a January move to Liverpool(Image: Getty Images)Contract and Mohamed Salah certaintyLiverpool has some big calls to make in 2026.