The January transfer window is now open, but it’s unclear how Liverpool will approach it in the next month as they aim to compete for trophies on four fronts, especially after only making one signing last summer.
With the team leading the league, excelling in the Champions League, in a Carabao Cup semi-final, and gearing up for the FA Cup, there’s little urge for a major spending spree in January. Liverpool is unlikely to make big moves in the market unless something unexpected arises.
While one could argue it’s the right time to strengthen the squad, given Liverpool’s surprise position across multiple competitions, they have already made just one signing—Federico Chiesa—last summer. However, they won’t make any major changes unless opportunities present themselves, with more likely loan moves than permanent signings. Any significant additions will likely come next summer.
As for the squad’s key figures, Mo Salah, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Virgil van Dijk are all eligible to discuss pre-contract agreements with clubs outside England, which could see them move next summer. Real Madrid made an approach on New Year’s Eve for Alexander-Arnold, attempting to lure Liverpool into selling him before a potential summer transfer to Spain.
While it’s still uncertain if Alexander-Arnold will head to Spain in June, his future, like that of Salah and Van Dijk, remains in question. However, all three are expected to fulfill their current contracts at Liverpool, even if they don’t renew them.