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Here’s a current outlook on Liverpool’s January 2026 transfer targets, including the context around Xabi Alonso (who’s not currently at Liverpool but frequently linked with the club due to managerial speculation)
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🔥 Xabi Alonso & Liverpool Manager Link
Reports continue to link Xabi Alonso with a managerial move to Liverpool at some point, given his legendary status as a former player and strong coaching reputation. However, Alonso is currently Real Madrid manager and there’s no confirmed transfer-related connection (i.e., he isn’t being linked with bringing specific players to Liverpool yet).
Real Madrid under Alonso have been linked with Liverpool stars like Alexis Mac Allister (as a replacement for Luka Modrić), illustrating the reverse interest scenario rather than Alonso targeting Liverpool acquisitions.
⚠️ In short: Alonso isn’t currently confirmed as Liverpool manager, and transfer targets are being discussed with Arne Slot in charge.
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🧠 Key Liverpool January 2026 Transfer Targets & Rumors
⚽️ Defenders (Priority)
Marc Guéhi (Crystal Palace) – Long-term defensive target whose move nearly happened in the summer and could be reignited in January. Liverpool may make a move, especially with defensive depth concerns.
Wilfried Singo (Galatasaray) – Linked as a possible centre-back/versatile defender target, though reports are in early stages and require confirmation from major outlets.
Ousmane Diomande (Sporting Lisbon) – Reportedly identified as a key defensive target.
➡️ Defensive reinforcement is a clear priority for Liverpool in January due to injuries and limited centre-back options.
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⚽️ Attackers / Wide Players
Antoine Semenyo (Bournemouth) – Rumoured to be on Liverpool’s radar and would provide pace and goal threat if signed in January (though competition is strong).
Rodrygo (Real Madrid) – Named as a possibility by some outlets, potentially available given limited minutes at Madrid under Alonso—but this would likely be a major transfer.
Kees Smit (AZ Alkmaar) – Young Dutch talent mentioned among possible January additions.
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⚽️ Midfielders
There are fewer strong concrete links right now, but broader rumours include:
Interest in solidifying midfield depth, possibly linking players like Ryan Gravenberch or other midfield profiles—though nothing definitive for January yet.
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🔄 Mohamed Salah Situation
Media speculation suggests Mohamed Salah’s future is uncertain, with some narratives saying he might be a transfer target for Saudi clubs and others reporting he will stay at Liverpool into January.
Salah isn’t a clear “target” but is central to some discussions heading into the window.
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📊 Summary: What Liverpool Might Do in January
Area Priority Linked Targets
Centre-Back 🔥 High Marc Guéhi, Wilfried Singo, Ousmane Diomande
Winger/Attacker 🔥 Medium Antoine Semenyo, Rodrygo, Kees Smit
Midfield Depth ⚠️ Speculative Broad rumoured interest but no confirmed target
Star Player Movement 🤔 Uncertain Salah future uncertain
Managerial context: Xabi Alonso remains linked as a long-term managerial target, not directly tied to specific January transfers at this point.
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If you want a ranked priority list for Liverpool’s January window (e.g., who’s most likely vs. most impactful), just let me know!
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GOAL! Liverpool 1-0 Man City (Szoboszlai, 74)
HE’S DONE IT AGAIN!
An absolutely sensational free-kick goal from Dominik Szoboszlai. This one might be even better than the one against Arsenal.
From a central position, around 25 yards out, it’s an absolutely sensational hit which swerves out of reach of Donnarumma, who doesn’t even dive, and slams into the net off the post.
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Liverpool FC team news vs. Man City: 6 defenders unavailable for Arne Slot
Liverpool have six defenders unavailable for their game against Man City, with Arne Slot‘s hand forced at centre-back and right-back.
Liverpool are down to their bare bones at the back, with six defenders unable to start as the Reds try to keep pace with their top-four competitors in the Premier League.
Liverpool Injury & Absentee List
PlayerInjury TypeStatusExpected ReturnJoe GomezKneeDoubtMan City (H)Jeremie FrimpongGroinUnavailableEarly MarchConor BradleyKnee (Surgery)UnavailablePre-season 2026Giovanni LeoniACL (Surgery)UnavailableNext seasonAlexander IsakFibula FractureUnavailableLate MarchStefan BajceticHamstringRehabLate FebruaryJayden DannsHamstringRehabFebruaryWellity LuckyHamstringUnavailableApril
Joe Gomez‘s fitness is the main talking point ahead of the match at Anfield, given his presence would provide cover at centre-back and full-back.
He didn’t train on Thursday, though, and Slot explained: “We have a little bit of hope that he might train on Saturday.
“So not available to start, but maybe available to help the team if needed during the game because, as you know, there are not that many defenders available at the moment.”
With Giovanni Leoni out until next season, academy defenders Amara Nallo and Wellity Lucky have made the bench in the Premier League a combined five times this season.
The latter is injured, however, so unable to come in against Man City.
Nallo got injured during Tuesday’s UEFA Youth League exit to MSK Zilina, but was named to start for the U21s on Saturday, meaning he will not be available at Anfield.
As for Lucky’s injury, the 20-year-old is set to be sidelined until April due to a hamstring injury sustained in training midway through January.
Also on Liverpool’s list of absentees is right-back Conor Bradley, who will miss the rest of the campaign.
Like Bradley, Jeremie Frimpong is currently injured but his outlook is more positive than his teammate’s.
Slot gave a brief update on the flying Dutchman’s fitness, saying he “will definitely not train this week” due to his ongoing groin problem.
With Nallo featuring at academy level, Liverpool will be without six defensive options against Man City.
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Goalkeepers: Alisson, Mamardashvili, Woodman
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Forwards: Salah, Wirtz, Gakpo, Ekitike, Ngumoha, Chiesa
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