Jack Lusby

Federico Chiesa was absent from Liverpool’s 25-man training squad at the AXA Training Centre three days before the Premier League opener at Newcastle, creating uncertainty over his involvement despite no confirmed transfer link. Jeremy Jacquet, Ronald Araújo and Alexis Mac Allister returned to normal training, while Curtis Jones remained with the squad amid an expected £30 million move to Inter Milan. Four academy players—Lewis Koumas, James McConnell, Luke Chambers and Calvin Ramsay—also trained as Liverpool considers their futures. Several players remain unavailable through injury or rehabilitation, including Giovanni Leoni, Joe Gomez, Vitezslav Jaroš, Conor Bradley, Hugo Ekitike, Jayden Danns and Stefan Bajčetić, while Ifeanyi Ndukwe is preparing for a loan move to Levante. The main selection question is who will partner Virgil van Dijk in central defence, with Jacquet and Araújo competing for the position.

Liverpool have reached a verbal agreement for Curtis Jones to join Inter Milan in a transfer worth approximately €35 million (£30 million). The 25-year-old midfielder, who has spent 16 years at Liverpool and is entering the final year of his contract, has received permission to undergo a medical after personal terms were provisionally agreed. Liverpool are not expected to sign a replacement, with Trey Nyoni's progress influencing the club's plans and Wataru Endo remaining as experienced cover. The club is instead prioritising attacking reinforcements, with Paris Saint-Germain forward Bradley Barcola reportedly the leading target.

Liverpool winger Kieran Morrison is attracting strong interest from Sheffield Wednesday and clubs in Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium and the Championship over a potential season-long loan. Liverpool and Morrison’s representatives will prioritize a destination offering consistent first-team football, with Sheffield Wednesday viewed as a strong possibility despite the club’s recent relegation and 18-point deduction. Morrison is among several Liverpool prospects who could leave on loan, while Lewis Koumas remains in contention for a first-team role but is also attracting interest. Ifeanyi Ndukwe is expected to require a loan move to obtain a UK work permit.

Liverpool are expected to make a new bid for Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola this week after reportedly submitting a previous €115 million offer. PSG may now negotiate below its €150 million valuation, and Barcola has been left out of the squad while talks continue. Liverpool’s pursuit is linked to uncertainty over Cody Gakpo’s future and concerns that the club has not adequately replaced departing forward Mo Salah before the new season.

Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye were omitted from Paris Saint-Germain’s squad for the Trophée des Champions as Liverpool prepare to resume talks over their potential transfers. Liverpool regard Barcola as their leading winger target and Mbaye as an option for a second signing, but PSG’s initial €170 million valuation of Barcola has complicated negotiations. The club may now lower its demands after bringing in several attacking players. Their omissions, combined with comments from Luis Enrique and Barcola’s subdued celebrations, suggest both players could leave. Liverpool’s interest in Barcola and Mbaye comes amid uncertainty over Cody Gakpo’s future.

Liverpool ended pre-season with a 2-0 win over Como at Anfield. Cody Gakpo opened the scoring after an assist from Jeremie Frimpong, and Jeremy Jacquet added a second before halftime after an impressive defensive display alongside Virgil van Dijk. Ronald Araujo replaced Jacquet at the break, while Liverpool used further substitutions in a slower second half. The performance provided promising signs ahead of the Premier League opener at Newcastle, with Jacquet named man of the match.

Curtis Jones missed both of Liverpool's pre-season friendlies against Como after undertaking an individual training session, following a recent hip injury and amid growing speculation about his future. Ifeanyi Ndukwe was left out because other centre-back options were prioritized, while a loan move is being explored to help him secure a UK work permit. With Liverpool favoring Dominik Szoboszlai and Ryan Gravenberch in midfield, Jones could leave this summer, potentially in a deal worth around £30 million.

Liverpool will face Como at Anfield with Jeremy Jacquet making his first appearance after returning from an injury setback. The lineup includes Alisson, Virgil van Dijk, Jeremie Frimpong, Milos Kerkez, Dominik Szoboszlai, Ryan Gravenberch, Florian Wirtz, Rio Ngumoha, Cody Gakpo and Alexander Isak. Curtis Jones is absent and instead completed an individual training session at the AXA, while Ronald Araujo is among the substitutes. The match is available in the UK on LFCTV and through All Red Video.

Fenway Sports Group has sold a reported 30 percent stake in Liverpool FC to 1892 Holdings, a consortium led by Amit Bhatia and including Jeff Bezos and Eduardo Saverin, valuing the club at more than £5.5 billion. Despite speculation that Bezos’s involvement could lead to lavish transfer spending, UEFA and Premier League financial rules prevent investors from simply injecting personal wealth into signings. FSG will retain majority ownership and operational control, while the consortium may help Liverpool expand commercial revenue, including through future sponsorship opportunities.

Reports from Dutch journalists claim Cody Gakpo has agreed in principle to join Tottenham, with an alleged Liverpool bid exceeding £60 million, although another source disputes that an offer has been made. Tottenham reportedly wants Gakpo and Manchester City’s Savinho as part of Roberto De Zerbi’s attacking rebuild. Liverpool’s position is said to be unchanged: Gakpo would not leave unless the club makes progress in signing Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola and secures two replacement wingers. Gakpo is reportedly valued at around £70 million and remains subject to speculation ahead of Liverpool’s upcoming pre-season fixtures.

Yankuba Minteh, a Brighton winger identified as a Liverpool transfer target, could miss two to three months with a leg injury suffered in a friendly against AS Roma. The injury, and the possibility of surgery, may discourage Liverpool or other clubs from pursuing a player valued at about £42 million. Liverpool still intends to add two wingers before the transfer deadline, with Bradley Barcola its priority target, while alternatives include Said El Mala, Matias Fernandez-Pardo, Rayan and Ibrahim Mbaye. Previous options such as Maghnes Akliouche and Anthony Gordon have moved to Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona respectively, leaving Liverpool’s recruitment team to consider further possibilities.

Liverpool and Arsenal have failed to agree compensation for 16-year-old striker Vincent Joseph, whose move to Arsenal will therefore be decided by an independent tribunal. Liverpool is expected to cite Isaac Moran’s tribunal ruling, which required Newcastle to pay a package potentially worth £5 million, while Joseph’s long academy tenure and under-18 appearances could increase his valuation. Other precedents include Rio Ngumoha’s £6.8 million package and Danny Ings’s potential £8 million deal. The article also notes that Liverpool avoided similar disputes by negotiating scholarship or professional terms with Josh Abe and Erik Farkas.

Liverpool academy striker Vincent Joseph, 16, has agreed to join Arsenal after rejecting a scholarship offer from Liverpool. The clubs are negotiating compensation for his development, while Chelsea and Manchester United had also shown interest. Liverpool has moved to strengthen its youth setup with prospective signings including Michael Mulholland from Crusaders and Samuel Martinez from Atlético Nacional, alongside other academy recruitment efforts.

Darwin Nunez has reportedly agreed personal terms to join Trabzonspor, where he could reunite with former Liverpool teammate Mohamed Salah on an initial loan. Talks remain ongoing between Trabzonspor and Al-Hilal, which wants to reduce its wage bill after excluding Nunez from its Saudi Pro League squad. Nunez scored seven goals and provided five assists in 22 early-season appearances before Karim Benzema’s arrival limited his opportunities. Salah has previously praised Nunez as his favorite teammate, and the pair have combined for 18 goals in 122 appearances.

Liverpool have given former Manchester City centre-back Lucas Clarke his first professional contract. The 17-year-old joined Liverpool in December 2024, made 27 appearances last season—including three in the UEFA Youth League—and is expected to play an important role for Simon Wiles’ reshaped U18 squad in 2026/27. Clarke could also feature for the U19s in Europe as Liverpool rebuild their defensive group, and may start against Manchester City in the opening match of the season.

Liverpool are reportedly interested in Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara, who impressed during Monaco’s 3–2 win at Anfield. Crystal Palace have had an initial bid of about £35 million rejected, though they may return with an improved offer; Chelsea, Newcastle United, Manchester United, Brighton and Nottingham Forest are also reportedly interested. The Senegal international is described as a versatile, aggressive midfielder who contributes defensively, carries the ball, creates chances and shoots from range, but lacks aerial strength. Liverpool’s existing midfield options and the possible departure of Curtis Jones mean a replacement is not guaranteed.

Liverpool trained with a 28-man group ahead of two pre-season friendlies against Como. Ronald Araujo, Jeremy Jacquet and Curtis Jones returned to training, while Alexis Mac Allister completed a full session. Ifeanyi Ndukwe was absent and may leave on loan after failing to obtain a UK work permit. Stefan Bajcetic was also absent as Liverpool continued to manage his workload. Several academy players remain with the first-team group, although most could eventually be sent out on loan.

Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi confirmed that the club is negotiating with Liverpool over Bradley Barcola but said he could not confirm whether the winger will leave. PSG are reportedly seeking as much as €170 million for Barcola, while Liverpool’s potential offer is closer to €115 million. Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye were unused as PSG defeated Aston Villa 2–1 in the UEFA Super Cup, increasing speculation about their futures. Liverpool regard Barcola as their main target and may seek two wingers if Cody Gakpo joins Tottenham, though a double deal involving Mbaye is not considered certain.

Ronald Araujo and Virgil van Dijk have recorded the lowest rates of being dribbled past among defenders in Europe’s top five leagues since Araujo’s LaLiga debut in 2019. Araujo has been beaten just 14 times in 143 league appearances for Barcelona, averaging 0.13 times per 90 minutes, compared with Van Dijk’s 0.16 average at Liverpool. Araujo’s expected move from Barcelona could lead to a formidable Liverpool centre-back partnership with Van Dijk, although previous concentration lapses remain a concern. The Uruguayan defender says his attributes, including aerial ability, passing and tackling, are well suited to the Premier League.

Arne Slot denied reports that he withdrew from negotiations to become Netherlands manager because of a dispute over salary or contract length, saying discussions never reached that stage. He confirmed that he held preliminary talks with the KNVB but chose not to proceed because he prefers the daily training environment of club football. Slot said he may represent the Netherlands in the future, but believes this is not the right time and intends to remain focused on finding another club job after leaving Liverpool.

Liverpool’s reported interest in Paris Saint-Germain winger Ibrahim Mbaye remains genuine but appears to have cooled after early claims that the club was leading the race. Mbaye is now described as one of several shortlisted options, with Bradley Barcola the primary target to reinforce Liverpool’s attack. Other potential targets include Said El Mala, Matias Fernandez-Pardo, Yankuba Minteh and Bournemouth’s Rayan. A move for Mbaye could still accelerate if Liverpool’s negotiations for Barcola progress, particularly if PSG completes deals for additional attackers. Mbaye is also reportedly being monitored by several major European clubs, including Aston Villa, Bayern Munich, Manchester City, Manchester United and Chelsea.

Virgil van Dijk said he has spoken with Liverpool teenager Ifeanyi Ndukwe and praised his talent and willingness to learn. Ndukwe must leave on loan because he is not eligible for a UK work permit, with clubs in Germany, Portugal and Denmark reportedly interested. Van Dijk also expressed hope that new signing Jeremy Jacquet, whose fitness has been managed during pre-season, will return to training and playing very soon. Liverpool’s final pre-season fixtures against Como could mark Jacquet’s debut or Ndukwe’s temporary farewell.

Eighteen-year-old Liverpool defender Ifeanyi Ndukwe has received strong loan offers from clubs in Portugal, Germany and Denmark, with additional interest from France, Spain and Belgium. Because he cannot obtain a UK work permit until at least January, Liverpool must choose a destination that can provide substantial playing time, ideally in a higher-ranked league and with European football, to improve his chances of securing an FA endorsement. Ndukwe is expected to feature against Como before leaving on loan, while Ronald Araujo’s arrival helps cover Liverpool’s defensive absences.

Liverpool have completed the loan signing of Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo for the 2026/27 season, with an optional €55 million (£47.1 million) clause to make the move permanent. The 27-year-old Uruguay international, who can play at centre-back and right-back, passed his medical and will wear number 33. His arrival strengthens Liverpool’s defence amid injuries to Joe Gomez, Jeremy Jacquet, Giovanni Leoni and Conor Bradley, while Ifeanyi Ndukwe is set to leave on loan after failing to obtain a UK work permit. Araujo joins after seven seasons at Barcelona, where he had been part of the captaincy group but was reportedly told he was not central to Hansi Flick’s plans. Liverpool hope working under Andoni Iraola will help him rediscover his best form following criticism and a mental-health-related absence last season.

Andoni Iraola said Curtis Jones was left out of Liverpool’s 3-2 friendly defeat to Monaco after experiencing a minor hip problem, adding that there was no reason to risk him. Jones is expected to return for the final pre-season match against Como, although his future remains uncertain because Inter Milan are interested and Liverpool could consider an offer of around £35 million. The article also notes that Kieran Morrison has attracted loan enquiries from clubs in Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium and England’s Championship.

Liverpool lost 3-2 to Monaco in Andoni Iraola’s first match at Anfield, despite taking a 2-0 lead through Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz. Liverpool dominated much of the first half, with Lewis Koumas, Cody Gakpo and Wirtz particularly influential, but Aleksandr Golovin’s penalty reduced the deficit before halftime. Mika Biereth equalised after the interval, and Paris Brunner headed Monaco’s winner late on after extensive substitutions disrupted Liverpool’s tempo. The performance offered encouraging attacking signs, while defensive set pieces and squad depth remained concerns.

Curtis Jones was omitted from Liverpool’s squad for the pre-season friendly against AS Monaco as a precaution, with Liverpool still able to field six midfielders. His absence is not currently linked to a transfer, although Inter Milan have made three unsuccessful bids and Jones is entering the final year of his contract. Liverpool would prefer to retain him but could consider a sale if circumstances change.

Liverpool will face Monaco at Anfield in a pre-season friendly with a strong starting lineup named by Andoni Iraola. Alisson returns in goal, Virgil van Dijk anchors the defense, and Lewis Koumas earns a surprise wide role alongside Cody Gakpo, with Florian Wirtz behind Alexander Isak. Curtis Jones and Stefan Bajcetic are omitted, reportedly as a precaution. The match is available live on LFCTV and All Red Video in the UK.

Ronald Araujo is set to join Liverpool from Barcelona on a season-long loan with a €55 million purchase option. Andoni Iraola reportedly convinced him by outlining plans for a high-level defensive partnership with Virgil van Dijk. Araujo’s arrival addresses Liverpool’s defensive shortage, with several players sidelined, while Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said the defender’s style did not fully suit his team. Araujo is expected to feature prominently and could eventually help lead a new defensive generation alongside Jeremy Jacquet and Giovanni Leoni.

Alexis Mac Allister is due to return to Liverpool training on Monday after a three-week post-World Cup holiday. He will undergo fitness testing before rejoining squad sessions and could feature prominently in one of Liverpool’s two friendly matches against Como on August 16. Andoni Iraola indicated that virtually the full squad is now available, while transfer speculation linking Mac Allister with Real Madrid appears to have subsided. Several players remain unavailable or doubtful through injury, increasing opportunities for younger players such as Trey Nyoni.

Josh Abe scored on his unofficial Liverpool U21 debut in a 2-2 friendly draw with Huddersfield after returning from the club’s US pre-season tour. The 16-year-old winger’s goal, created through individual skill, strengthens his prospects as a key member of Rob Page’s side. Mor Talla Ndiaye, Calum Scanlon and Will Wright could return to Liverpool’s senior squad for Sunday’s friendly against Monaco, while defensive selection may depend on Jeremy Jacquet’s fitness and Ronald Araujo’s pending loan move.

Ronald Araujo has left Barcelona and is travelling to England for a medical ahead of a loan move to Liverpool. Liverpool will pay his wages in full and hold an option to make the transfer permanent for €55 million (£47.1 million), though the clause is not mandatory. Araujo is expected to miss Liverpool’s friendly against Monaco but could feature against Como on August 16. The club is also considering further attacking reinforcements, with Paris Saint-Germain wingers Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye among its targets, while several existing and young wingers remain under assessment.

Liverpool are expected to offer 22-year-old Luke Chambers a new contract before sanctioning a loan move, protecting his value ahead of a possible sale next summer. The defender impressed during Liverpool's U.S. pre-season tour and has attracted interest from Queens Park Rangers and clubs abroad, although the article suggests he could target a higher-level destination. With Milos Kerkez established at left-back, Kostas Tsimikas returning and Ronald Araújo adding defensive cover, Chambers is unlikely to have a regular first-team role. Liverpool are also arranging temporary moves for several other academy players.

Liverpool are set to take Ronald Araujo from Barcelona on a season-long loan and will reportedly cover his full salary, estimated at £180,000 per week after tax and roughly £300,000 before tax. The deal includes a reported €55 million (£47.1 million) option to buy. Araujo’s arrival would provide experienced defensive cover for Andoni Iraola while Jeremy Jacquet, Giovanni Leoni, Joe Gomez and Conor Bradley deal with injuries, though the wage commitment makes the temporary move costly.

Ronald Araujo is set to join Liverpool from Barcelona on a season-long loan with a negotiated option to buy, providing cover at centre-back and right-back while several defenders are injured. Liverpool supporters broadly welcome the move because of Araujo’s physical ability, versatility and experience, but they are wary of his injury record, inconsistent form and decision-making errors. Barcelona fans have largely celebrated his departure, suggesting that trust in the club captain has deteriorated. The deal is considered relatively low risk for Liverpool, yet its success will depend on whether Andoni Iraola can restore Araujo to the elite level many believe he can reach.

Ronald Araujo’s proposed loan would take Liverpool’s Premier League squad to the maximum 17 non-homegrown players, leaving no immediate registration space for Bradley Barcola. Liverpool would need to sell, loan or deregister another non-homegrown player, with Calvin Ramsay, Federico Chiesa and Cody Gakpo among the possible departures and Hugo Ekitike potentially omitted during injury recovery. The quota issue could weaken Liverpool’s negotiating position and create additional Champions League registration complications involving Jeremy Jacquet and Giovanni Leoni.

Liverpool have agreed to sign Barcelona centre-back Ronald Araujo on a season-long loan, reportedly with an option to buy, subject to a medical. The 27-year-old Uruguay international offers cover at centre-back and right-back as Liverpool deal with injuries to Jeremy Jacquet, Giovanni Leoni and Joe Gomez, while Conor Bradley is also unavailable. Araujo arrives with substantial Barcelona experience and could compete immediately for a starting role alongside Virgil van Dijk. The move follows the unsuccessful 2022 loan of Arthur Melo and is intended to provide a more productive short-term solution, with the possibility of a permanent transfer.

Liverpool continue to be linked with Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa, whose versatility and homegrown status appeal to the club, although Aston Villa value him at £60 million and Arsenal have already had a bid rejected. Liverpool are also reportedly preparing a €115 million offer for Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola and leading the race for Ibrahim Mbaye. The club must decide whether Luke Chambers should remain or leave on loan, while other transfer updates involve Rodri, James Trafford, Lewis Hall and Vinicius Jr. The roundup also reviews Liverpool’s academy prospects following the U.S. tour and recalls the club’s opening Premier League match of the 1999/00 season.

Liverpool are preparing a formal bid of approximately €115 million (£98.5 million) for Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola. PSG are expected to reject the initial offer while seeking around €150 million, but talks between Liverpool and PSG are described as smooth, and Barcola has reportedly agreed personal terms and is keen on the move. Liverpool have made him their primary target after a failed pursuit of Yan Diomande, while PSG have signed Maghnes Akliouche and are considering further winger recruitment.

Liverpool is exploring sponsorship options ahead of the expiration of its front-of-shirt deal with Standard Chartered and sleeve agreement with Expedia at the end of the 2026/27 season. Chief commercial officer Ben Latty says discussions are continuing with both existing sponsors and potential new partners. Standard Chartered’s deal is worth about £50 million annually, while Expedia’s is projected at £12 million per season. Liverpool could renew either agreement or seek more lucrative alternatives, although no potential replacements have been named. Carlsberg remains a partner through a new 10-year deal signed in 2023, and AXA is committed as training sponsor until 2029.

Alexis Mac Allister is expected to remain at Liverpool, with no indication that he is seeking a transfer despite reported interest from Real Madrid. Liverpool would reportedly consider selling only if a substantial bid arrived or Mac Allister pushed for an exit. The midfielder is due back for pre-season after the World Cup, when discussions about his future may provide greater clarity. His contract runs until 2028, but Liverpool must eventually decide whether to extend it or risk entering the final year without securing a renewal, particularly after recent departures of Trent Alexander-Arnold and Ibrahima Konate for minimal returns.

Liverpool’s new team bus for the 2026/27 season will feature a prominent tribute to late forward Diogo Jota, including his likeness, No. 20 shirt number and the Portuguese phrase “Campeão Imortal.” The design continues the club’s efforts to honour Jota, who died in July 2025, and follows the installation of a permanent memorial outside Anfield commemorating both Jota and his brother André Silva.

Yan Diomande held talks with Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola and was initially considered likely to join after Liverpool submitted a €100 million bid to RB Leipzig. He became concerned that Liverpool would be in transition following major departures and changes to the coaching staff, then chose a €140 million move to Real Madrid after Paris Saint-Germain hesitated over the fee and salary demands. Liverpool are now prioritising PSG forwards Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye, while the article argues that missing out on Diomande could be beneficial given the financial risk and uncertainty surrounding his commitment to Liverpool.

Djed Spence was reportedly offered to Liverpool and Manchester United, but Liverpool are not currently working on a deal for the Tottenham full-back and are focusing on other targets. Liverpool are assessing the defensive market amid injuries to several defenders, though reports suggest a versatile centre-back/right-back is more likely than a specialist full-back. Spence’s prospects appear uncertain after Tottenham strengthened their full-back options, and the article concludes that an agent-driven offer does not necessarily reflect Liverpool’s interest.

Liverpool are reportedly leading Bayer Leverkusen and Borussia Dortmund in the race to sign Paris Saint-Germain winger Ibrahim Mbaye. The 18-year-old, valued at €40–50 million, is said to be open to moving to Anfield, while PSG’s signing of Maghnes Akliouche for €50 million could make Mbaye’s departure more likely. Fabrizio Romano cited genuine Liverpool interest and discussions with Mbaye’s agent Jorge Mendes, although a financial agreement with PSG remains necessary. Mbaye’s versatility, youth status and extensive experience for PSG and Senegal make him an appealing option for Andoni Iraola’s attack.

Steven Gerrard says Liverpool were “miles off” expectations in Arne Slot’s final season and that Andoni Iraola has inherited a squad requiring substantial surgery. He supports the excitement surrounding Iraola’s appointment but says Liverpool need to correct squad imbalances, restore key players to fitness and recruit additional defenders, wingers and possibly midfielders. Liverpool have already lost Mohamed Salah, Andy Robertson and Ibrahima Konate, while Jeremy Jacquet and Victor Munoz have arrived. Potential targets include Paris Saint-Germain wingers Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye, plus Tottenham full-back Djed Spence.

Liverpool U18s earned their first pre-season win by defeating Taichung Futuro 12-0 at the AXA Training Centre. New striker Zak Coxon scored a hat-trick, while Charlie Huth and Ellis Hickman contributed two goals each. Several other academy players scored, and 15-year-old goalkeeper Alfie Dooley made an unofficial debut and kept a clean sheet. The result offers encouragement as Simon Wiles reshapes the squad following several promotions to the U21s and the departure of striker Vincent Joseph.

Liverpool striker Jayden Danns is recovering from an aggravated hamstring injury that ruled him out of pre-season training and the club’s United States tour. He is expected to resume training later in August, after which Liverpool will decide whether to send him on loan. Italian clubs have shown interest, while Championship options may also be considered because Danns’ recurring fitness problems could limit demand. With competition from other young forwards, including Patrik Farkas and the potential departure of Keyrol Figueroa, the coming season represents a crucial opportunity for Danns to regain fitness and progress.

Jeremy Jacquet remains absent from Liverpool’s full team training after shoulder surgery and has yet to appear in a summer friendly, making him doubtful for Sunday’s match against Monaco. Liverpool currently have limited specialist centre-back options, with Virgil van Dijk and Ifeanyi Ndukwe training fully while other defenders face fitness, eligibility or injury issues. The club is also exploring the market for a versatile centre-back/right-back, although squad-registration restrictions may limit its choices.

Cody Gakpo is reportedly open to joining Tottenham, which is advancing its interest in the Liverpool winger. Liverpool currently says it does not want to sell, but journalists believe the club could accept an offer of roughly £60 million to £70 million if moves for replacements such as PSG's Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye progress. Gakpo's former club PSV Eindhoven could also benefit financially from a transfer.

Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain remain confident of reaching an agreement for Bradley Barcola despite a roughly £26 million gap between their valuations. Liverpool are prepared to pay up to €120 million, while PSG want closer to €150 million. Barcola is reportedly open to the move and has agreed personal terms, with his agent Moussa Sissoko, PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi’s relationship with Fenway Sports Group, and their shared minority stakeholder Arctos potentially helping negotiations. Liverpool are also pursuing PSG winger Ibrahim Mbaye in a separate deal, with the transfer window deadlines leaving less than a month to complete both moves.

Mohamed Salah has reportedly joined Trabzonspor on a two-year contract after leaving Liverpool early. His deal is said to include a €17 million annual salary, a €5 million signing bonus, and a 20% share of merchandise sales, making him the highest-paid player in Turkish football and surpassing Victor Osimhen’s previous record at Galatasaray. The contract also includes image-rights provisions, while Salah’s lower weekly wage than at Liverpool may be offset by favorable taxes and bonuses. He was greeted by thousands of supporters and said he hoped to win trophies domestically and in Europe.

New Liverpool winger Víctor Muñoz says he feels ready to play in the friendly against Monaco after missing Spain’s entire World Cup because of an aggravated fitness issue. Although he was not expected to report until the following week, Muñoz shortened his holiday and joined Liverpool’s pre-season at the AXA Training Centre early, eager to adapt to his new club and country. His availability could give him a first appearance since May, though Rio Ngumoha and Kieran Morrison may remain the preferred wide options while he adjusts.