Liverpool are having to work harder than expected this transfer window as they look to fill the gaps left by quite a hefty midfield exodus. The Premier League season is approaching and the Reds have a firm transfer plan in place — they’ve already signed Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai, but they’re in need of more defensive-minded midfielders.
While they continue their summer recruitment and adjust the team following the recent departures, we’ve taken a look at the fringe players currently on Liverpool’s roster. Here’s a look at nine Anfield stars whose future is something of a grey area at the club, and what we believe to be the smartest option for all parties involved moving forwards.
1. Caoimhin Kelleher — Keep
Contracted until 2026: Kelleher has always shown up whenever called upon and while he deserves regular minutes, Liverpool could really do with him for this season at least until they can bring in new options.
2. Adrían — Loan
Contracted until 2024: Fallen massively out of favour in thr pecking order and at 36, the Reds won’t get much for a sale so may as well loan him out this season to get some game time and then let him go for free next summer.
3. Joël Matip — Sell
Contracted until 2024: A tough one but played the fewest minutes out of all Liverpool centre-backs last season and a new defender is also on the shopping list. The Reds should cash in and get what they can before he leaves for free.
4. Joe Gomez — Keep
Contracted until 2027: A solid rotational option and can also cover right-back, which is now a position short on options.