Wouldn’t surprise me’—Liverpool is expected to make a significant transfer change despite spending $181 million.
Liverpool is getting closer to hiring Arne Slot. Although he will take over a great team at Anfield, there are already demands that significant business be completed this summer. Legendary Anfield player Jan Molby thinks Liverpool may try to bolster its midfield once more this summer. Before the current season began, Jürgen Klopp made changes to his midfield options, letting go of Jordan Henderson, Fabinho, Naby Keïta, James Milner, and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain. Wataru Endō, Ryan Gravenberch, Alexis Mac Allister, and Dominik Szoboszlai arrived, costing a whopping $181 million (£145 million/€168 million). While each of the newcomers has had spurts of good play, Mac Allister has been the most reliable since leaving Brighton.
With the impending arrival of Arne Slot as Liverpool’s new head coach, transfers will come under his exclusive authority. Instead, incoming sporting director Richard Hughes, who will report to outgoing director Michael Edwards, will oversee the Reds’ transfer transactions.
Molby highlights Liverpool’s achievements during Michael Edwards’ initial tenure at the club, which saw triumphs in both the Premier League and Champions League. He emphasizes the pivotal roles played by Fabinho, Henderson, and Wijnaldum in those successes, suggesting that a similar midfield dynamic will be crucial for future challenges. Molby speculates that Edwards might be contemplating a midfield overhaul, recognizing its significance in winning trophies. Comparing Liverpool’s midfield to that of Manchester City and Arsenal, Molby suggests that improvements are necessary, despite the presence of promising players like Endō, Bajčetić, Jones, and Szoboszlai. While Liverpool is expected to prioritize signing a central defender due to Joël Matip’s impending departure, reports also indicate an interest in bolstering the wide attacking options ahead of Slot’s tenure. Liverpool.com acknowledges the impact of new signings in the midfield this season but suggests that further upgrades, particularly a long-term replacement for Endō, could be pursued to enhance the team’s competitiveness.