Liverpool's transfer options to fill problem position after Andoni Iraola makes view clear
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Liverpool has several areas in the team to consider transfers for, as Andoni Iraola makes his view clear on the issues his side has at right-back ahead of the new seasonAndoni Iraola has discussed problems at right-back for Liverpool(Image: Getty Images)As the summer transfer window ramps up following the conclusion of the World Cup, Liverpool is looking to make several key additions to improve the team moving forward.The Reds are coming off the back of a difficult campaign, and with a change of head coach, Andoni Iraola is looking to bring back the high-intensity style that brought trophies and got the Anfield crowd off their feet.Before that is possible, however, improvements to the team are clearly needed. Iraola has asked for another winger this summer, which is a top priority for the club, while another area of concern comes at right-back.Last season, Liverpool had to play several players out of position to accommodate injury issues across the team, with Conor Bradley the most notable absence in the backline.
The Barcelona and France star is potentially available this summer, and given his ability to cover at right-back and center-back, he could offer some much-needed depth and versatility to the team.Jules Kounde of Barcelona and France could be an option for Liverpool(Image: ANP via Getty Images)The 27-year-old has been a regular for the Blaugrana since his switch from Sevilla, making 188 appearances with 10 goals and 22 assists to his name. Liverpool should be among the mix, with Spence showing the energy required of an Iraola team, as well as the versatility to play as a right-back and a left-back, which will be useful moving forward.Josh Acheampong (Chelsea)Looking across the Premier League for promising young options, Chelsea's Josh Acheampong should be on the radar of several top clubs.
The 20-year-old has been tipped for a big future in soccer, but his lack of minutes could make him open to a potential switch in the transfer window.Acheampong would cover off some key areas, as he can play as both a right-back and center-back, offering valuable depth and the ability to grow further in the future.Brooke Norton-Cuffy (Genoa)Looking abroad, Liverpool could try and get a deal done for Genoa's Brooke Norton-Cuffy, with a deal that could turn out to be a relative bargain. With three years left on his contract, it's unclear exactly how much it would take for a team like Liverpool to secure the right-back, but it could come as a bargain compared to the Premier League options.