Liverpool Transfer News: Two Defenders on the Radar as Medical Planned for Sunday
The January transfer window is in full swing, but Liverpool's activity has been relatively quiet so far, aside from the acquisition of Mor Talla Ndiaye and the departure of James Norris. However, with defensive issues lingering, manager Arne Slot needs to act fast to secure the best outcome for the 2025/2026 season.
Any hopes of retaining the Premier League title are fading, as Liverpool currently sits fourth in the table, 14 points behind Mikel Arteta's Arsenal. The focus may now shift to securing a spot in European football for the 2026/2027 season.
A setback occurred on Saturday when Liverpool drew 1-1 with Burnley at Anfield, leaving fans hoping for some action before the February 2 deadline to boost the team's performance.
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Here's the latest on Liverpool's transfer news and rumors.
Marc Guehi Transfer Confirmed
In an ideal scenario, Liverpool's £35 million deal with Crystal Palace would have gone through smoothly, bolstering their defense with one of England's top center-backs. However, fate had other plans for the 25-year-old Eagles' captain.
The transfer fell through at the last moment, leaving Liverpool relying on the defensive partnership of Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konate. This is especially crucial after Giovanni Leoni suffered a serious ACL injury in his debut against Southampton in September.
Guehi remained a subject of speculation linking him with Liverpool throughout January, as his Selhurst Park contract expires this summer. He is now set to join Manchester City instead, with Pep Guardiola's side becoming the leading candidates after injuries to Ruben Dias and Josko Gvardiol. Liverpool's interest was still believed to be ongoing.
This situation changed when Oliver Glasner revealed during a pre-match press conference that the defender was nearing a transfer, declining to name the destination club. The Austrian manager stated, 'My latest understanding is that the deal with Marc is in the final stages... I cannot confirm the club, but it's in the final stages.'
Reports now suggest Guehi will undergo a medical with Manchester City on Sunday, before completing a £30 million switch to the Etihad Stadium, sending Liverpool back to square one.
Interest in £50 Million Bundesliga Star
In December, it was reported that Liverpool had discussed a potential move with Nico Schlotterbeck's representatives. With Guehi seemingly no longer an option, the Reds might intensify their efforts to secure the Borussia Dortmund star this month.
Insiders suggest that the center-back is on Liverpool's radar, along with Inter Milan's Alessandro Bastoni. The German player is reportedly not interested in renewing his contract with the Bundesliga heavyweights, preferring a move instead.
The 26-year-old is currently valued at around £50 million and has already demonstrated his skills in the Champions League. He could be the perfect fit for Liverpool's future plans.
