Liverpool will reportedly look to complete the signing of a new striker at the end of the season, according to a transfer claim that has emerged.
The Reds won 3-1 at home to Crystal Palace in the Premier League on Saturday, with Arne Slot giving his assessment of the game after the final whistle, saying:
“As one that we haven’t had yet and that’s almost impossible because all the things we’ve experienced this season… you could write a book about it, as I said earlier. Every time I think now, OK, now there’s nothing that can happen anymore that didn’t happen yet.
“But we saw it today – a goalkeeper on the floor and then conceding a goal. The end result is, of course, positive that we were able [to win] in a game where we conceded a goal that you prefer not to concede – you never prefer to concede a goal – but not in this way.”
Liverpool’s form has improved, following three victories in a row in the league, but it is clear that reinforcements are a must in the summer transfer window all over the pitch.
Hugo Ekitike’s serious achilles injury has heightened the need for another striker to arrive, and according to Football Insider, that is the plan.
Liverpool will “explore the market” for one in the coming months, but the report adds that the Premier League champions “will hold back from spending big”, using most of their summer budget on “other squad acquisitions” instead.
Liverpool must sign striker, but no need to overspend
While some may naturally want a big-money striker to join Liverpool this summer, there are more important positions to target, not least out wide, potentially signing two top-quality wingers, such as Anthony Gordon and Yan Diomande.
Ekitike will be back eventually, so there is no need to bring in a glitzy name, especially with record signing Alexander Isak hopefully hitting top gear next season.
It should be a case of Liverpool looking to snap up a player in a bargain deal, as the report states, whether that be a young option or a more seasoned professional.
The Reds have lacked depth in their attack all season long, certainly not helped by injuries, but a fresh face down the middle makes complete sense, with Ekitike possibly out for the remainder of 2026.