In preparation for the upcoming January transfer window, Jurgen Klopp faces some pivotal decisions. Mirror Football aims to ease Liverpool’s boss’s burden by suggesting potential moves. Liverpool has a history of significant spending during winter transfer periods, with players like Virgil van Dijk, Luis Diaz, and Cody Gakpo making notable impacts in recent seasons. As the club contends for the title, it’s reasonable to expect them to explore the market once more.
Mirror Football has speculated on possible deals before Klopp and his team dive into Liverpool’s winter transfer funds. Among the squad, there aren’t many immediate candidates for departure, but one controversial suggestion emerges: Thiago Alcantara’s departure. Signed with much fanfare from Bayern Munich in 2020, Thiago’s tenure at Liverpool has seen a few promising moments, notably his impressive goal against Porto. However, injuries have limited his league appearances to just 67. With his contract expiring soon, a January departure might be in the cards, especially with reported interest from clubs in Saudi and La Liga.
Aside from established first-team players, loaning out some young talents might be wise. Conor Bradley, yet to feature in the Premier League due to a back injury, could benefit from a stint at a Championship side. With Mo Salah departing for the African Cup of Nations, Liverpool needs additional goal-scoring options. Leroy Sane, previously a standout performer for Manchester City, could be an excellent choice. His contract with Bayern Munich has only 18 months remaining, potentially making him available for sale if a new deal isn’t reached.
Another pressing need is at centre-back, especially after Joel Matip’s injury. Maxence Lacroix, often linked with a move to Anfield, has showcased his talent at Wolfsburg and has a relatively short time left on his current contract, making a January move a plausible option. Lastly, with Bradley likely departing, Trent Alexander-Arnold would be the only natural right-back at Liverpool. Kyle Walker-Peters, who has excelled for Southampton in the Championship, could fill that gap, having previously played for Tottenham as a right-back.