Arne Slot has addressed potential January signings at Liverpool, with some key pre-Tottenham group information additionally rising.
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Talking to the media forward of the Reds’ journey to Tottenham within the League Cup, Slot gave a frank evaluation of the switch state of affairs, saying he doesn’t count on new signings this month.
“It might be a bit bizarre if I mentioned in the course of the summer season break that we’re very pleased with the group after which I advised you one thing utterly completely different now,” Slot mentioned.
“However you at all times have a look at the market, this membership has at all times seemed on the market, we did this with the goalkeeper (Giorgi Mamardashvili) who we don’t even have for the time being.
“If there’s an opportunity out there then this membership at all times tries to carry that likelihood in, however the group is in an excellent place.
“Sadly Joe Gomez is injured, meaning we go from 4 centre-backs again to a few. However he will probably be again in just a few weeks.”
It’s truthful to say it might be a shock if we noticed a brand new face in Slot’s squad come the start of February, but it surely’s not unattainable.
Right now’s Liverpool FC Information
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Feyenoord striker Santiago Gimenez hasn’t dominated out a reunion with Slot, saying he may “completely” see it taking place in his profession (FOX Sports activities Mexico)
Extra from This Is Anfield
Joanna Durkan has taken a have a look at Liverpool’s potential beginning XI away to Spurs, with Alexander-Arnold more likely to retain his place at right-back:
“Regardless of the desires of many, Trent Alexander-Arnold may nicely be retained as Bradley solely returned from a six-week layoff on Sunday, and it could show too early to start out.
“Jarell Quansah will help Ibrahima Konate ease again into the facet by taking his place, whereas Kostas Tsimikas has earned his likelihood in gentle of Andy Robertson‘s latest struggles.
“An unchanged midfield isn’t out of the query as Szoboszlai continues to wrestle with sickness, whereas Jota is unquestionably match to make his first begin since October.”
Elsewhere within the soccer world right now
Borussia Dortmund are reportedly among the many golf equipment contemplating a mortgage transfer for Man United ahead Marcus Rashford this month. He seems completed at Previous Trafford! (David Ornstein, The Athletic)
Tottenham have exercised the choice to increase Son Heung-min‘s contract by a yr, conserving him on the membership till the summer season of 2026
The following 24 hours are mentioned to be key relating to the futures of Sean Dyche and Julen Lopetegui, with Graham Potter in talks with each Everton and West Ham (Sky Sports activities)
Liverpool FC: On this present day
On this present day in 2022, Cody Gakpo made his Liverpool debut, coming in a 2-2 draw at house to Wolves within the FA Cup third spherical.
The Dutchman has gone on to attain 35 targets in 107 appearances for the Reds so far, additionally chipping in with 12 assists.
After a gradual begin to life at Liverpool, Gakpo is now flourishing as the most effective vast gamers within the Premier League, netting 12 instances this season.
At 25 years of age, there’s nonetheless hopefully a lot extra to return from him.
