Ever since Stefan Bajcetic impressed in his early Liverpool days at the beginning of the 2022/23 season, Reds fans have been clamoring for the 21-year-old to see more time. Unfortunately, injuries have hampered his ability to get on the field since returning from a loan spell at Red Bull Salzburg.

Central defensive cover is a massive issue for Liverpool, with Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konate the only fit senior options. Slot knows that his back line is stretched — Joe Gomez is out with a hamstring injury and Giovanni Leoni is unlikely to return until next season following an anterior cruciate ligament injury in September.

Following his drama with coach Arne Slot, Mohamed Salah seems ready to leave Liverpool after nine years. Amid this situation, the Egyptian has attracted interest from several Saudi Pro League teams, while he is reportedly chasing his loan move to an unexpected team in January 2026.

ESPN keeps you up to date with all the latest Liverpool transfer news as Arne Slot considers reinforcing his squad in January.

Liverpool's 2026 transfer priorities will be around improving the defence Getty Images Liverpool’s transfer priorities in 2026 will centre around improving the defence. The Crystal Palace centre-back, Marc Guehi, remains a serious target despite missing ...

Fulham vs Liverpool preview, pressure points in west LondonLiverpool travel to Craven Cottage this weekend with urgency humming beneath the surface. The new year began without the lift Arne Slot

It's a meeting between the reigning champions and current leaders on Thursday at the Emirates. However, only one side is expected to go on an win the Premier League this season