Liverpool look set to be busy in January, with the club reportedly scouting a mix of immediate fixes and longer-term signings to steady a season that’s delivered more questions than answers. Central defence looms large on the list of priorities after injuries and inconsistent displays exposed a thin backline — a problem that’s pushed names like Marc Guéhi and several other centre-backs onto Merseyside’s radar. Several outlets have repeatedly flagged Guehi as someone Liverpool tried to sign before, and who could re-emerge as a January option if the club decide to act. (Football Transfers)
Alongside central defence, attacking reinforcements are being discussed. Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo has been named in multiple rumours as an outside forward Liverpool are monitoring; his pace and directness would add a different attacking dimension to Arne Slot’s side, and a fee or release clause is likely to define whether a move is realistic in mid-season. Other attacking names — from established stars to youngsters with high ceilings — are being linked as Liverpool balance immediate impact vs bargain-hunt potential. (Football Transfers)
Midfield balance is another recurring theme. With the busy fixture list and the knock-on effect of injuries, reports suggest Liverpool want greater physicality and rotation options in central areas rather than a headline marquee signing. That pragmatic approach points toward recruitment aimed at depth and versatility: players who can start when needed but also soak up minutes across competitions. Several analysts and club insiders have emphasised that January is often about shoring up weaknesses rather than engineering wholesale change. (ESPN.com)
There are also suggestions Liverpool have identified specific younger defensive talents as “key targets” — names from Sporting Lisbon and other European clubs have cropped up in the press as potential long-term investments who could arrive either immediately or as pre-contracts. These targets would address both the immediate centre-back shortfall and Liverpool’s medium-term succession planning. One report singled out Ousmane Diomande as an internal scouting priority. (OneFootball)
Some outlets go further, listing a small bucket of high-profile wingers and forwards — including players from top European sides who could be tempted by a new challenge if their minutes are limited. Rodrygo’s name appears now and then in roundups as a theoretical fit: talented, versatile and capable of shifting the attacking balance, though any move for a Real Madrid performer would bring significant financial and sporting complications. Rumours like these are useful to monitor, but they’re often more speculative than concrete in January. (Football Transfers)
Crucially, multiple club-specific blogs and national outlets stress that Liverpool’s winter business will likely be a mixture of opportunistic moves (players available at the right price or on loan) and targeted buys to cover injured positions. The club’s strategy appears to favour pragmatism: get the squad fitter, deeper and more resilient before the title race and cup runs enter their decisive stages. That means a few shrewd additions rather than an expensive overhaul. (This Is Anfield)
In short: expect Liverpool to focus on centre-back options, look for forwards or wide players who can bring pace and threat off the bench, and add midfield depth capable of handling a congested schedule. Whether the Reds pursue marquee names or realistic, ready-to-play targets will depend on availability, price and how the next few weeks of results shape the club’s urgency in January. Keep an eye on established transfer trackers and club reports for rolling updates as the window approaches. (Transfermarkt)
