Liverpool are gearing up for an exciting January transfer window, with two potential signings on the horizon.
After a relatively quiet summer, fans could be in for a treat as the club look to strengthen their squad for the second half of the season.
New manager Arne Slot, who succeeded Jurgen Klopp, oversaw just two arrivals over the summer.
Italian striker Federico Chiesa has joined Juventus to bolster the attack, while goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili will return next summer after completing his loan spell at Valencia.
Reinforcements coming in January for Liverpool?
Despite a strong start to the season under Slot, which included three consecutive Premier League wins, a recent defeat to Nottingham Forest and a hard-earned Champions League victory over AC Milan have exposed some gaps in the squad.
According to reports from Football InsiderLiverpool are targeting a defensive midfielder and a left-sided centre-back to fill these gaps in January.
The Reds had brought in Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad in the summer, but it seems that this avenue is no longer on the cards. Slot has used Ryan Gravenberch in midfield, but reinforcements are still needed to strengthen the team in that area.
As well as a new midfielder, Liverpool are also considering a long-term replacement for Virgil van Dijk, who turned 33 this year.
A left-sided centre-back would be a good idea as Van Dijk enters the final year of his contract. Whether the Dutch captain stays or not, the Reds must prepare for life beyond their defensive leader.
With these potential signings, it appears that Liverpool are planning for the future while looking to remain competitive in the present. As Slot settles in at Anfield, fans will be hoping that these January additions will give the team the extra boost they need to challenge for the title this season.
