Overview

• Multiple reports citing Fichajes say Liverpool are prepared to offer around €150m (£130m) in summer 2026 for Bayern winger Michael Olise as a long-term successor to Mohamed Salah.
• Bayern officials, including Max Eberl and Christoph Freund, have publicly praised Olise and indicated the club’s intention to retain him on a lengthy deal, with Premier League rivals also linked.
• David Ornstein told NBC Sports he does not expect Liverpool to sign a centre-back in January and suggested any renewed push for Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi is more likely in 2026.
• Football Insider reports Liverpool intend to keep Joe Gomez through the winter window for defensive cover following the collapsed Guehi move and the long-term injury to Giovanni Leoni.
• Florian Wirtz’s slow start has prompted Spanish reports that Xabi Alonso wants Real Madrid to monitor him, though local coverage indicates Liverpool remain patient with their €125m signing.