Fortunately for Liverpool, who appear to be biding their time in the winter transfer market, Slot has already been given up-close-and-personal messages by two prospective forward additions. Earlier this week Johan Bakayoko tore apart a makeshift Reds back four, scoring the opening goal as PSV defeated Liverpool 3-2 in the Champions League.

Ryan Reynolds and his Wrexham ownership team are waiting for a decision on what is happening to a raft of young Liverpool players and whether they will be able to move

Liverpool permanently signed Italy international Federico Chiesa from Juventus last summer while Georgia goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili will move to Anfield next summer from Valencia

Arne Slot doesn't usually look further ahead than the next match but the Liverpool head coach admits that's not the case this week

The Athletic have updated fans on their club's activity recently in this January transfer window and what could still happen in the final week until Deadline Day.

Liverpool boss Arne Slot may already have the perfect alternative for Ryan Gravenberch within his squad, which could save the club millions. When Dutchman Slot replaced Jurgen Klopp in the summer, one of the major talking points was Liverpool 's midfield.

Liverpool have been linked with a move for Jorrel Hato before the January transfer window ends, but it's not looking good for those hoping for a late signing.