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Liverpool’s European Form Shines as Slot Rules Out January Signings

The manager backs a longer‑term rebuild despite thin defensive options.

Overview

  • Dominik Szoboszlai’s clever free-kick helped secure a 3-0 win at Marseille, stretching the unbeaten run to 13 and putting Liverpool on track for direct last‑16 qualification under UEFA’s new format.
  • Arne Slot said he expects no movement before the February 2 deadline, indicating the club will stick with the current squad unless an exceptional opportunity arises.
  • Defensive resources remain tight, with Ibrahima Konaté granted time away following his father’s death and other injuries limiting options at centre-back and up front.
  • Slot’s explanation that inconsistency comes from struggles against low blocks drew criticism from Steven Gerrard, who urged him to find solutions regardless of opponents’ setups.
  • Media reports say the Saudi Pro League plans a summer push for Mohamed Salah, with The Daily Telegraph cited as the source of that interest.