Liverpool Unlikely to Sign New Defender in January, Says Klopp
Despite Matip's season-ending injury, Klopp expresses confidence in remaining centre-backs and leaves door open for possible contract extension.
- Jurgen Klopp, Liverpool's manager, has stated that the club is unlikely to sign a new defender in January to replace Joel Matip, who recently suffered a season-ending ACL injury.
- Klopp cited the difficulty and cost of finding a suitable replacement in the winter transfer window, stating that the club doesn't operate in a 'wonderland' where top players are readily available.
- Despite Matip's injury, Klopp expressed confidence in the remaining four centre-backs: Virgil van Dijk, Ibrahima Konate, Joe Gomez, and youngster Jarell Quansah.
- Matip's contract with Liverpool ends at the end of the season, and while his injury could mean he has played his last game for the club, Klopp suggested there could be a possibility of a contract extension.
- Klopp's comments have sparked debate about whether Liverpool should prioritize signing a new right-back or a new centre-back in the upcoming transfer window.