Liverpool fans need no reminder of their struggles in the summer transfer window, with no new faces arriving at Anfield so far.
The Arne Slot era began with a 2-0 Premier League win over Ipswich Town, but the Reds remain the only top-flight side yet to complete a loan or transfer during the window.
Slot admitted before the game against Ipswich that his desire to sign Martín Zubimendi from Real Sociedad had reached a standstill with the Spanish international remaining in San Sebastian.
Despite fans’ frustration, Slot will not rush into a decision as Liverpool are notorious for making late moves for midfielders under Jurgen Klopp who ultimately failed to live up to expectations.
Wataru Endo and Ryan Gravenbrch arrived late in last summer’s window and both are unsure of their role in the new campaign.
Defender Andy Robertson issued a major post-match update, saying the team “want more signings” but Slot appears willing to take a cautious approach.
According to the latest news from Insider information about footballSlot has discussed the issue with sporting director Richard Hughes, and the Dutch coach is confident of his midfield options until the January window.
Slot is reportedly keen to stick with his current generation, to avoid being overcharged in the final days of the window, and to allow for a focused approach towards a high-level target in early 2025.
A defensive midfielder is Slot’s number one transfer priority but he wants to secure the right target, and the leeway until January allows him to do so with a potentially revived Zubimnedi as an option.
