Here is a roundup of the top Liverpool news, gossip and transfer latest from icfootballnews featuring the likes of Federico Chiesa, Rodrygo and Maxence Lacroix that we think you may have missed over the past 24 hours…
According to recent reports, Rodrygo Goes has decided he wants to leave Real Madrid, signaling he is ready to explore opportunities away from the Spanish giants in the upcoming transfer window — with Arsenal emerging as the club he most prefers to join.
Why Arsenal Is Rodrygo’s Preferred Destination
*ARSENAL*s brand of football — driven by **high pressing, fluid attacking movement and wide playmaking — aligns closely with Rodrygo’s strengths on the wing. Reports have suggested that Rodrygo believes his style fits better with Arsenal’s project than some domestic rivals.
At the Emirates, he would likely operate in a more central creative role with freedom to impact the game regularly — a major factor for a player desperate to maximize minutes and deliver performances that keep him in the Brazil national team picture.
Arsenal’s frontline, while talented, could use reinforcement on the wings — particularly if Gabriel Martinelli departs or plays regularly alongside Rodrygo. The Gunners’ current setup theoretically offers Rodrygo more assured playing time and a starring role within a tactical system tailored to his strengths.
This contrasts with Liverpool, where the attacking setup is in transition and might not guarantee him the consistent starts he craves. Meanwhile, Manchester United are not currently seen as a frontrunner in the race for Rodrygo, with defensive and midfield priorities dominating their transfer focus rather than elite wide attackers at this moment.
Comparisons With Other Interested Clubs
Liverpool
While Liverpool are often linked whenever a high-profile forward becomes available, their tactical profile and transfer priorities do not align as closely with Rodrygo’s career goals. Reports suggest that although they are exploring reinforcements for the left side, their main focus remains elsewhere — potentially reducing appeal compared to Arsenal’s clear offensive need and style of play.
Manchester United
Manchester United have been mentioned in broader speculation, but there is far less concrete evidence that they are close to a deal or that Rodrygo himself favors a move to Old Trafford. Given the club’s inconsistent form and squad re-building process, they are currently less attractive than a title-challenging and tactically cohesive ARSENAL side.
The Bigger Picture: World Cup, Ambition & Opportunity
For Rodrygo, the move is not just about leaving Real Madrid but reinvigorating his career ahead of major international commitments. A switch to ARSENAL offers regular first-team starts, A tactical system that suits his attacking instincts, A platform on one of Europe’s most exciting teams under Mikel Arteta
All of this feeds into the narrative that Arsenal isn’t just a destination — it’s the ideal next step for a 24-year-old looking to re-assert himself at the top level after a frustrating period in Spain
CHIESA TO MOVE
Here is the latest Liverpool transfer speculation regarding the future of Federico Chiesa, as the attacker continues to be linked with a January loan exit from Anfield, in order to get some game time this season.
*LIVERPOOL*have had an indifferent campaign so far this season and do not look like the side that won that Premier League title last season, and there a few players in the side that have also struggled to get the game time that they could like.
Since his move to the Premier League a few seasons ago, Chiesa has really struggled to make the impact that many would have liked, and although he has featured this season, it is far less than he would like at this stage of his career.
Chiesa set for January exit?
Italian outlet Gazzetta dello Sport has detailed how the plans to bring him back to Turin came about, with manager Luciano Spalletti rumoured to be in support of any potential transfer.
The article notes that bringing Chiesa back is ‘on the table’ for Juventus CEO Damien Comolli, although the likelihood of a deal happening will be dependent on timing, as well as the player’s own desires to seek more regular game time.
It remains to be seen whether Liverpool would sanction any exits in January given their dwindling attacking options following the recent injury to Alexander Isak, as well as Mohamed Salah’s participation in the Africa Cup of Nations
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Many people were excited to see just what Chiesa would bring to the club when he arrived a few seasons ago, but he simply does not have the quality to play on a regular basis in that *LIVERPOOL*side.
This transfer window gives him an opportunity to get some game time on loan, then he should push fo it to happen as the Reds will surely look to add another attacker to the side before the close of the winter window.
It will be interesting to see just how this all plays out though.
LIVERPOOL TOLD SIGN LACROIX
Here is a roundup of the latest Liverpool transfer speculation as there as been some reports on the Daily Mail that Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix has emerged as a potential option for the Reds.
LIVERPOOL have been spending some big money in the last couple of transfer windows and have started to look like a side that could challenge for that Premier League title in the next couple of seasons, but they have looked very shaky at the back this season under Arne Slot
And that has led to many reports in the media which have claimed that Liverpool will delve into that transfer kitty this transfer window and try to add the likes of Marc Guehi to the squad, as the Crystal Palace defender is the clubs number one target.
However – the Palace captain has reportedly decided that he wants to stay at the club this January window and will then make his move away from the Eagles at the end fo the season, when his contract expires at the club and he will be free to choose whomever he likes.
Liverpool told to sign Maxence Lacroix?
Now – amid all the latest transfer speculation – Former *LIVERPOOL*defenders Jamie Carragher expressed his admiration for the Frenchman. “It was a tussle between Guehi and Lacroix, really,” Carragher said when discussing his team of the season so far.
“I’m really impressed with Crystal Palace. But I went for Guehi, he’s got a few more goals as well.”
Stephen Warnock told Aceodds: “I think Marc Guehi would be a really good replacement. What you get from him is leadership and a player who has played on an international level. He has constantly been an outstanding player for England whenever he has been called up. He is very comfortable on the ball.
“He is not the tallest, but he uses his physicality to outweigh the lack of height. The way he reads the game is outstanding. I actually like Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace as well. I think he is a sensational player.
“What he has is an immense pace, and what that allows you to do is to go man for man with Van Dijk and Lacroix at the back. He has the physicality as well. I think if they were to sign either Guehi or Lacroix, they would be very happy with either choice. They are both brilliant defenders.”
Could Liverpool sign Lacroix?
If this was the summer window, *LIVERPOOL*would be able to sign any player that they wanted, but this is not the summer window and the Reds will not be able to get their top targets unless some crazy offer is made.
They will wait until the end of the season to make their move for Guehi, as he is the player they want. Lacroix could end up elsewhere too though with his performances this season.
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