Monday could be a defining day for Liverpool—not just on the pitch against Newcastle United, but also in the transfer market.
While speculation continues around the Reds’ potential bid for Newcastle striker **Alexander Isak**, attention has also shifted toward possible outgoings. One name firmly in the spotlight is **Kostas Tsimikas**, whose Anfield future now looks increasingly uncertain.
### Roma Talks Scheduled
According to Italian journalist **Alfredo Pedullà**, Liverpool officials are scheduled to meet with **AS Roma** today to discuss a possible move for the Greek international. Roma are expected to push strongly for a deal, though French side **Marseille** and other European clubs are also monitoring the situation.
Liverpool’s preference is understood to be a **permanent transfer**, but with limited time left in the window, a loan switch could be the most realistic option.
### Tsimikas Slips Down the Pecking Order
Signed in 2020, Tsimikas earned praise for his reliability, with **Michael Owen once describing him as “brilliant.”** But the summer arrival of **Milos Kerkez** has pushed him further down the pecking order. Arne Slot now considers **Andy Robertson** and Kerkez his first two choices at left-back, leaving Tsimikas without a role.
The 28-year-old has not featured in either of Liverpool’s opening two matchday squads this season—a telling sign of his status under Slot.
### The Bigger Picture
Liverpool’s transfer activity in the final week of the window could define the balance of their squad. Whether it’s a high-profile striker pursuit or the departure of a trusted squad player, decisions made in the coming days may shape the Reds’ campaign.
For Tsimikas, the writing appears on the wall. Today’s meeting with Roma could mark the beginning of the end for his Anfield career.
