Having spent more than £400m last summer, it seems crazy that Liverpool are in need of several reinforcements a year later.
Of all the blockbuster moves they made last year, only Hugo Ekitike can say he's had an acceptable debut season, with Florian Wirtz and Alexander Isak both well below the levels expected of £120m+ players.
Milos Kerkez, who was viewed as the perfect replacement for Andy Robertson, has also been desperately poor in a Liverpool shirt so far, while Jeremie Frimpong has struggled with injuries.
As ever, rumours around who could be next through the doors at Anfield continue to swirl. Let's take a look at the latest rumours, but don't forget to also check the already confirmed Liverpool signings.
Liverpool transfer targets summer 2026
Yan Diomande RB Leipzig £39m Roland Sallai Galatasaray £8.7m Kees Smit AZ Alkmaar £19m Lutsharel Geertruida RB Leipzig £17m Giorgio Scalvini Atalanta £22m
*Based on Transfermarkt's current valuations. Subject to change.
Roland Sallai (Galatasaray)
According to some rumours, Dominik Szoboszlai could be joined by a familiar face as Liverpool are interested in signing Sallai from Galatasaray.
The 28-year-old Hungarian international is seen as a good depth addition for right wing and given his transfer value of around £9m, Sallai shouldn't break Liverpool's bank.
Kees Smit (AZ Alkmaar)
The Reds have reportedly keeping an eye on Kees Smit, a young midfielder currently playing in the Eredivisie for AZ Alkmaar. The Dutch U21 international might be seen more as a signing for the future, but the 20-year-old could also prove to be worth signing this winter too.
The potential fee is reported to be around £30 million.
Lutsharel Geertruida (RB Leipzig)
Another Dutch name on Liverpool's wish list is Geertruida, who is currently on loan at Sunderland from RB Leipzig. The defender is having a great season with the Black Cats, and Liverpool is keen to sign him permanently this summer.
Giorgio Scalvini (Atalanta)
As part of Liverpool's desire to bring some fresh faces to their defence, especially those who could serve the club for a long time, the Reds are looking at the 22-year-old Scalvini.
The Italian international is a well-established name in Serie A, but Atalanta could be forced to sell this summer.
Yan Diomande (RB Leipzig)
With Mo Salah set to leave the club, Liverpool need a new superstar on the wing, and Yan Diomande fits the bill. If the Reds are set to secure his signature, they will have to beat Man Utd for his services.
