With Liverpool not playing a Premier League match this weekend, fans' attention has turned to the January transfer window.
Saturday's Merseyside derby at Goodison Park was postponed due to safety fears caused by Storm Darragh, with Arne Slot and Co. were unable to respond immediately to Wednesday's dramatic 3-3 draw against Newcastle. The Reds travel to Spain on Tuesday to face Girona in the Champions League, but transfer talk is expected to be rife between now and then.
The future of out-of-contract trio Mo Salah, Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold remains subject to speculation, with each of them allowed to sign a pre-contract agreement with a foreign club from January 1. could see Liverpool's recruitment team busy bringing in new signings.
Here's a round-up of the latest transfer news from Anfield.
Liverpool leads Thuram race
Liverpool have been named the frontrunners in the race to sign Inter Milan striker Marcus Thuram. The 27-year-old Thuram, who joined on a free transfer from Borussia Mönchengladbach two years ago, has become one of the most lethal attackers in Serie A and helped Inter win the Italian title last season.
With eleven goals in nineteen league matches this season, the Frenchman has interest from Paris Saint-Germain and Liverpool. But according to Calciomercato, it is the Reds who are leading the race, with Thuram boasting an €85 million release clause in his contract that runs until 2028.
Reds receive Salah warning
Liverpool have been warned that Mo Salah's contract saga could cost them the Premier League title as they could face a big decision in the January transfer window. Salah, 32, would leave for free in June 2025 if he does not sign a new contract, while the Reds could recoup some money if they sell him next month.
That's a conundrum that former Manchester United coach Rene Meulensteen has raised, telling OLBG: “What I want to say about Salah is that his future could be the reason they don't win the title. If there is a real bid comes, perhaps a huge offer.” bid from Saudi Arabia, in January and Liverpool decide they don't want to lose him for free; If he walks out the door it could cost them the title.”
Kelleher's coach confirms transfer interest
Republic of Ireland assistant manager John O'Shea says he is sure Liverpool goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher has interest from other clubs. Kelleher submitted a transfer request last summer, but Arne Slot decided to keep him, and it was a worthwhile decision.
In the absence of Alisson Becker, the 26-year-old has taken a step further. But Kelleher could still be on his way, as O'Shea told Premier Sports Ireland: “There will be a lot of teams across Europe looking for him and I'm sure they will be knocking on the door soon. I know I'm sure many more teams will be looking at him because I think he is a number one European top goalkeeper.”
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