Liverpool are hunting down reinforcements and may have began to close the net on who they believe could replace Conor Bradley after the Northern Ireland international was ruled out due to injury.
Liverpool progress in FA Cup despite injury issues
Unfortunately, Bradley has been ruled out for the rest of the campaign and Liverpool are down to the bare bones when assessing available members of their squad.
Nevertheless, the Reds coasted past Barnsley in a 4-1 FA Cup victory and booked their place in the next round, leading Arne Slot to praise his side's character in the face of having to field a near full-strength team.
Liverpool head coach Arne Slot
He said via TNT Sports: "There was also no other choice. I wasn't able to play 11 other players - because I don't have them. As you have seen today, you have to respect this competition and respect Barnsley - because even with large amounts of starters they made it really difficult for us."
Ultimately, Liverpool need depth this month and could be set to fulfil that aim by making a move for Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi, who is set to see his contract expire in South London come the end of the season.
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Arne Slot must consider getting rid of this Liverpool stalwart for good after this underwhelming display against Barnsley.
Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham is more of an ambitious Reds target. However, there is virtually no chance of him arriving in January, given Los Blancos want to retain his services at all costs.
Now, Liverpool appear ready to zone in on a replacement for Bradley, who is set to be on the sidelines for a lengthy period of time due to sustaining an injury.
Liverpool eyeing Vanderson to solve right-back concerns
According to TEAMtalk, Liverpool are looking to sign Monaco right-back Vanderson to solve their injury problem after Bradley was ruled out after sustaining a serious knee injury that required surgery.
The Brazil international is open to moving to England and has registered two assists in 12 appearances across all competitions. Meanwhile, Feyenoord’s Givairo Read and Benfica man Daniel Banjaqui have been scouted in recent weeks.
Still, Vanderson appears to be the most established on their three-man shortlist, and Antonio Mango correctly points out that his "obscene pace" is something that would bring a positive dynamic should he end up rivalling Jeremie Frimpong for a place on Liverpool's right-hand side.
Said to be available this month, the 24-year-old could add some much-needed balance if he were to pitch up on Merseyside, though it isn't clear as of yet how much he would cost to acquire.