Overview
- Liverpool’s title defence has faltered with the champions eighth after 11 games and pressure on Arne Slot growing, though reports say the board’s backing remains despite replacement shortlists being discussed in the media.
- Multiple outlets report the club has delivered a final contract offer to Ibrahima Konaté and could move for Marc Guehi in January if negotiations fail, with the Guehi bid claim traced to CaughtOffside and a widely followed X account.
- Marc Guehi remains a key target after a failed summer move, but his expiring deal invites competition and he can negotiate a pre-contract with European clubs in January, prompting warnings that Liverpool’s form and Champions League prospects may affect their chances.
- Recruitment work has broadened to alternatives, with Joel Ordoñez and Deinner Ordoñez scouted according to Goal, while Football Insider suggests Konstantinos Koulierakis is on shortlists but may favor Tottenham.
- Contract talks are under way for Alexis Mac Allister, Ryan Gravenberch and Dominik Szoboszlai as agents push for improved terms, and Sky Germany reports Liverpool have made enquiries over Bayern winger Serge Gnabry ahead of possible free-agent talks in January.