Liverpool could be on the verge of wrapping up several defensive signings this week.
The Reds are expected to kick off Monday by finalising Milos Kerkez’s £40 million move from Bournemouth.
This would follow the arrivals of Jeremie Frimpong (Bayer Leverkusen), Armin Pecsi (Puskas Akademia), and Florian Wirtz (Bayer Leverkusen), adding to Liverpool’s summer business.
Manager Arne Slot is reportedly still targeting additions in both the centre-back and centre-forward positions.
Kerkez transfer nearing completion
Trusted journalist David Ornstein of The Athletic reports that Kerkez is poised to become Liverpool’s fourth senior acquisition of the window. His signing would contribute to a revamp in the fullback area, following Trent Alexander-Arnold’s free transfer to Real Madrid ahead of the Club World Cup.
Although Andy Robertson isn’t nearing the end of his contract, there are suggestions he is considering a move abroad, with Atletico Madrid showing interest.
That uncertainty may boost Kostas Tsimikas’ chances of staying at Anfield. If Robertson chooses to leave, the club may opt to keep hold of the Greek defender rather than offload him.
Could Marc Guehi be next?
With Jarell Quansah already departed and Nathaniel Phillips also expected to leave, Liverpool should have extra funds to reinvest — particularly in central defence, where reinforcements are a priority ahead of the 2025/26 campaign.
There is believed to be genuine interest in Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi, 24. Reports from Valentin Furlan and Rudy Galetti suggest Liverpool are close to agreeing personal terms with the England international.
However, whether the club is willing to meet Palace’s reported £45 million valuation remains uncertain. As The Times’ Paul Joyce has noted, the final decision may hinge on whether Liverpool believe Guehi’s price tag aligns with their long-term plans — or if they prefer to wait until next summer, when his contract will have just a year remaining.
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