Spanish reporter claims Liverpool already have next signing 'pretty much secured' amid Barcelona links

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It has been suggested that Liverpool’s next signing is pretty much done, despite potential interest from FC Barcelona.Links to Antoine Semenyo have been intensifying over the last week, with one report now claiming the Reds are confident about getting a deal done.Liverpool are expected to be active in 2026, with fans wanting a centre-back and a defensive midfielder at Anfield.Join our newsletter for news & smart analysis. Now, an insight into Arne Slot landing a defensive transfer target has emerged in Spain, and it’s good news.Photo by Warren Little/Getty ImagesMarc Guehi to Liverpool transfer claim amid Barcelona linksLiverpool tried to sign Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace during the 2025 summer transfer, with claims of a £35m offer being made emerging at the time.The stopper remained at Selhurst Park after the close of the window, but he is now set to become a free agent when his contract with the Eagles expires in June next year.On his future, Spanish outlet Cadena Ser has mooted interest from Barcelona this week.They also shared comments from journalist Bruno Alemany, who said Guehi to Liverpool is pretty much done.He said: Bruno Alemany: “I think he’s a fantastic centre-back.

He plays on the left, although he’s not left-footed, but he’s good with his left foot. “I think he’d be a great signing [for Barcelona], but I think Liverpool have him pretty much secured.”Photo by Visionhaus/Getty ImagesWill Marc Guehi replace Ibrahima KonateWhile Guehi could be bound for Anfield, Ibrahima Konate will become a free agent next year if he doesn’t pen fresh terms.Konate’s camp have spoken to Liverpool this month, as Rousing the Kop previously revealed, but it remains to be seen if terms will be agreed on a fresh contract.If the Frenchman does depart, it may well be the case that a second centre-back is signed alongside Guehi.Alessandro Bastoni is available to Liverpool amid his reported desire to leave Inter Milan next year, though no formal offer is thought to have been made at this stage.