Liverpool’s 2024 January transfer window wishlist

Even while the Reds did invest almost £150 million on new midfield players during the most recent transfer window, it still seems like Klopp could use another in the holding position. This season, Alexis Mac Allister has been utilized primarily in the defensive midfield position; the experiment has yielded mixed results.

Wataru Endo, who is 30 years old, has had a generally good start to his Liverpool career, although it is obvious that he was signed as a rotation option for Klopp.

Given that last summer’s attempts to sign Moises Caicedo and Romeo Lavia failed, Klopp may be eager to add a youthful and talented holding midfield player to his team. Even though Stefan Bajcetic is presently sidelined with an injury, the Merseyside club may not be ready for him to play on a regular basis just yet.

Key targets

The 22-year-old Andre, a midfielder for Fluminense, is still a major target for Liverpool despite frequent links between the two teams. But the Copa Libertadores winner is also wanted by Arsenal and Fulham, so a move to Anfield is unlikely.

Archie Gray, a 17-year-old Leeds United star, has been heavily linked to Liverpool; however, 90min knows the Whites are not eager to sell.

Another name that is high on Liverpool’s wish list is Joao Neves. In early November, the Reds sent scouts to watch the 19-year-old midfielder for Benfica.

Central defence

Liverpool is anticipated to add a center back eventually, especially because Joel Matip’s contract is slated to expire in 2024. But the Reds might move forward with their intentions after the former Schalke defender suffered a season-ending injury against Fulham in early December.

Although worries at Anfield have subsided with Jarell Quansah’s rise, Joe Gomez has primarily been utilized this season to cover Trent Alexander-Arnold at right-back, which has prevented him from playing in central defense.

In addition, Kostas Tsimikas injured his collarbone, which will make Liverpool’s defense even more vulnerable with Andy Robertson still out.

Key targets

The Reds had been touted with a move for Sao Paulo centre-back Lucas Beraldo in January, the 20-year-old having impressed in Brazil. However, it seems that Paris Saint-Germain have beaten them to his signature.

Goncalo Inacio, 22, a defender for Sporting CP who excelled in Portugal, has long been admired by Liverpool. The five-cap Portugal international is being watched by scouts from the Reds, although Real Madrid is vying for his talents.

Given Matip’s injury, Liverpool, who signed three players from the Bundesliga last summer, would want to add another this January. Jonathan Tah is one such player.

Attacking reinforcements

Liverpool has an extremely talented offensive group, but this season its strikers have not always lived up to expectations. With Diogo Jota sidelined and Darwin Nunez, Luis Diaz, and Cody Gakpo finding it difficult to be consistent, Mohamed Salah has been under a lot of pressure to score goals.

Given that the Egyptian winger is thirty-one years old, a succession plan needs to be developed quickly. Ben Doak, a young player who has been on the sidelines, is about to have surgery, so Klopp would be anxious to make sure he has enough choices up top to keep his players fresh.

Key targets

Johan Bakayoko of PSV Eindhoven is a winger; the 20-year-old Belgian has caught the attention of the Reds following some strong performances in the Eredivisie and throughout Europe. Liverpool may have to contend with Brentford for his services.

Liverpool has long been interested in Borussia Dortmund striker Youssoufa Moukoko, who is expected to push for a loan move in January in an attempt to reach the Germany squad for Euro 2024. Even though bolstering the offense isn’t the top goal this winter, Klopp, who hasn’t signed a player from his former team, might be able to call in some favors.