Liverpool are facing a crucial period in their season, with the January transfer window posing the perfect opportunity to add reinforcements to Arne Slot's injury-hit squad
A transfer tug-of-war looms as Liverpool and Man City battle for Marc Guehi.
A transfer tug-of-war looms as Liverpool and Man City battle for Marc Guehi.
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Liverpool are nine unbeaten in all competitions and sit three points clear in the Champions League places – but for head coach Arne Slot, the pressure remains with intense scrutiny surrounding his squad.
Despite the recent upturn in results, following a poor few months that derailed their Premier League title defence, performances haven't been satisfactory leading to fresh calls for a managerial change, as well as questions for the clubs' hierarchy to answer.
Liverpool take on Arsenal on Thursday with the Gunners edging closer to snatching back their place at the summit of English football. The Reds are in need for reinforcements with depleted options at the back while record-signing Alexander Isak recovers from a leg fracture and Hugo Ekitike's fitness is managed.
Liverpool have had a long-standing interest in Marc Guehi and failed in their deadline day efforts to sign the Crystal Palace defender in August after the plug was pulled. The England international is out of contract in the summer with clubs beginning to circle, including Slot's top-flight rivals.
City threaten Guehi transfer hijack
BBC Sport have reported that City are exploring a move for Guehi following a double injury blow for Pep Guardiola's side.
Josko Gvardiol and Ruben Dias are set for a period on the sidelines after picking up issues during the 1-1 draw against Chelsea.
It has sparked interest in the 25-year-old that has now progressed with a January move possible.
City have recalled Max Alleyne from a loan spell with Wolves and the academy defender could be included in the squad to face Brighton on Wednesday.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 1: YeMarc Guehi of Crystal Palace looks on during the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Fulham at Selhurst Park on January 1, 2026 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Sebastian Frej/Getty Images)
Marc Guehi is reportedly a target of Man City who could progress interest after a double injury blow.
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European juggernauts are also interested according to the report, with Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, Barcelona, Inter Milan and Atletico Madrid mooted.
Liverpool have a strong interest in Guehi, but it remains to be seen if they will be forced to bring forward their plans following claims that they will wait until the summer.
Liverpool close in on signing
Liverpool are closing in on their first deal of the January window, with the Liverpool ECHO's Paul Gorst reporting that the Reds are set to sign Mor Ndiaye.
Slot's side are adding reinforcements to their backline but with gems of the future as they target the left-sided centre-back who featured at the U17 World Cup for Senegal.
The move would see Ndiaye link up with the under-21s squad, currently managed by former Wales head coach Rob Page. As a result of the deal, Amara Nallo would be expected to leave on loan.
Amara Nallo is sent off by referee Craig Pawson during Liverpool's Carabao Cup defeat to Crystal Palace
Amara Nallo is sent off by referee Craig Pawson during Liverpool's Carabao Cup defeat to Crystal Palace
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Nallo has endured two unfortunate appearances for the Reds. The central defender was sent off within minutes of coming on for his debut against PSV Eindhoven for a last-man challenge in the Champions League, last season.
He had a similar fate against Crystal Palace in the Carabao Cup defeat when he was shown a straight red card in the latter stages for a trip on Justin Devenny.