Liverpool's dream January transfer window as cut-price Guehi deal agreed and Isak replaced

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Liverpool's January transfer priorities include a new centre-back and forward, with Marc Guehi once again a key target in a dream scenario for the RedsIt's Christmas. As such, securing a replacement in the January transfer window has become a top priority for Liverpool.Hugo Ekitike is an exceptional player who has adapted seamlessly to the Premier League, but it's unfair to place all the burden on him.

With Guehi's contract expiring at the end of the season, Liverpool could potentially wait and negotiate a free transfer.However, it seems more probable that the Reds will put £15million on the table for Crystal Palace to secure their man. With Giovanni Leoni sidelined with a season-ending injury and Joe Gomez currently unavailable, Liverpool are short on defensive options.Moreover, with Ibrahima Konate's future uncertain ahead of his own contract expiry, it's crucial that Slot secures a new centre-back to provide some stability for the club's defensive future.Guehi is an exceptional player who has proven himself in the Premier League and could be a long-term replacement for Virgil van Dijk in the coming years.

Ideally, Liverpool will make a move for Guehi in January to secure him on a long-term contract.Midfielder joins the clubSky Sports have reported that Liverpool are set to ramp up their plans to bring in a centre-back, winger and central midfielder during the January transfer window. 6 role, it seems unlikely he still has that need.Whether a new midfielder will challenge Gravenberch or allow him to advance to his preferred position is yet to be seen, but it's clear Liverpool are in the market for another central player.Elliot Anderson and Adam Wharton, both enjoying a fantastic season, could potentially be open to a move to Liverpool.