Liverpool are in the market for a new centre-back with Ibrahima Konate expected to leave at the end of the season, while Virgil van Dijk will be into the final 12 months of his contract in June
Stephen Killen Senior Sports Content Creator and Will Schofield Senior Sports Reporter
08:09, 15 Jan 2026
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Marc Guehi has been linked with a move to Liverpool since the summer(Image: )
Liverpool are in a pivotal stage of their season under the guidance of Arne Slot, following a challenging campaign for the reigning Premier League champions.
An unbeaten streak of 11 matches has propelled them into pole position in the race for a top-four finish and Champions League qualification. And the Reds welcome Burnley to Anfield on Saturday followed by clashes against Marseille and Bournemouth.
Injury woes have continued to plague Liverpool, with the situation worsening after Conor Bradley' season ending injury. And Daily Star Sport brings you the latest transfer news surrounding the current Premier League champions.
Marc Guehi emerges as preferred choice amid Liverpool interest
Marc Guehi of Crystal Palace
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Marc Guehi's preference is to leave in the summer(Image: Julian Finney/Getty Images)
Liverpool target Marc Guehi is reportedly keen on leaving Crystal Palace come summer, reports the Mirror. According to Florian Plettenberg, Oliver Glasner's team are asking for between £35million and £40million for the England international this month.
Guehi's contract is set to expire in the summer, and a proposed move to Anfield fell through after his Crystal Palace pulled the plug. According to Plettenberg, Manchester City are contemplating making a move for Guehi to address their own injury concerns.
However, Guehi seems to prefer a move that would allow him to see out his contract in London. Liverpool, Bayern Munich and Arsenal have been mentioned as potential destinations.
Tottenham Hotspur's Micky van de Ven could be on his way out
Tottenham Hotspur's Micky van de Ven
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Tottenham Hotspur's Micky van de Ven could be an option for Liverpool(Image: Photo by Rob Newell - CameraSport via Getty Images)
Van de Ven has become a crucial player for Spurs, but the north London club may have a battle on their hands to retain the Dutchman. Liverpool had shown interest in the defender before his move to the Premier League.
Now 24, he has established himself as one of the top defenders in England's top tier. However, rumours suggest that the defender might not be content at Spurs. Caught Offside has reported that Van de Ven is even entertaining thoughts of a move to Liverpool.
Earlier this week, The Athletic reported that Liverpool are looking to bolster their defence in the upcoming transfer windows, with Ibrahima Konate expected to depart at the end of the season and captain Virgil van Dijk entering the final year of his contract in June.
Kostas Tsimikas' future is under scrutiny
Kostas Tsimikas
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Kostas Tsimikas has struggled on loan in Italy(Image: Fabio Rossi, AS Roma via Getty Images)
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Reports from Italy suggest that Roma could be in the market for a left-back, with Kostas Tsimikas potentially making a return to Liverpool this month.
The Greek international has only made 10 appearances for Roma since joining the Serie A club on loan, having fallen out of favour following the arrival of Milos Kerkez from Bournemouth in the summer.
Checco Casano of Rete Sport in Italy has suggested that Tsimikas could be heading back to Liverpool, with Roma on the hunt for a replacement. However, their challenge lies in identifying the right player, with Jaouen Hadjam among the potential candidates.