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Liverpool’s transfer business came to life last week with the arrivals of Thiago Alcântara and Diogo Jota. The first was a deal fans longed for for months, while the other came completely out of nowhere.
The pair teamed up with Kostas Tsimikas to add fresh blood to Jurgen Klopp’s squad for the new season, but question marks remain on various names in the current generation of players. Michael Edwards’ transfer deals have seen the sports director hailed for getting the best possible deal for the Reds, and he could do the same again with potential expenses.
With the Reds’ first-choice lineup pretty tight, a number of players are so low in the pecking order that opportunities become even more unlikely. And there are others whose future has been questioned in recent weeks, despite being a firm part of Klopp’s plans.
Liverpool.com has taken a look at five players who might have doubts about their futures as the transfer deadline approaches next month.
Divock Origi
‘Saturday night and I like the way you move
Origi is a player who is firmly inscribed in Liverpool folklore for many years for his heroics in the 2019 Champions League triumph. Sadly, modern football has caused some to have very little memory.
Once a hit is completed, many are instantly hungry for more. Sadly, the Belgian was unable to provide the Roberto Firmino scoring endorsement that arguably is necessary. If an offer comes in, and there is no suggestion at this time that there will be one, it may be beneficial to all parties to reach an agreement.
Whatever happens, Origi deserves to come out on her terms and will always be remembered for that famous victory over Barcelona and the night in Madrid.
Verdict: To sell
Rhian Brewster
It seems incredible that we are actually talking about the idea of Brewster leaving Anfield permanently. His talent and potential have seen him inclined to be the successor to the throne of Firmino.
Chris Wilder has admitted that he and Sheffield United are interested, while recent reports have suggested that Crystal Palace could be a destination for the 20-year-old in a £ 25 million deal. However, it must be said that Liverpool would do well to insert a buyback clause into the deal.
It would be a huge disappointment to see Brewster leave Anfield with only a handful of first-team appearances to his name, but if there is one thing we can do, it’s trust Klopp’s work in the transfer market.
Verdict: Keep
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain
It was a rumor that came out of nowhere, and as fast as it seemed, it was quickly shot down. Oxlade-Chamberlain linked up with a move to the Wolves, before Liverpool made it clear that they had no intention of letting him go.
The 27-year-old is arguably the Reds’ biggest goal threat in midfield, and he always gives Klopp that attacking spark in the middle of the park. It would be a great shame to see him go, and it would certainly take a gigantic offer to get him away from Anfield.
Verdict: Keep
Gini Wijnaldum
For some reason, many thought that Thiago’s arrival would mean that Wijnaldum would have to leave. Barcelona is said to be interested, with former Dutch coach Ronald Koeman at the helm.
No player has played more in midfield since his arrival in 2016 than Wijnaldum, more than Jordan Henderson and James Milner. Klopp values him incredibly and would not let him leave for the Camp Nou without a strong fight.
Klopp said that the arrival of Thiago would not mean that no one would have to leave to make room for the Spaniard, much less one of his key players. It goes without saying that Wijnaldum shouldn’t be going anywhere anytime soon, even with less than a year left on his contract.
Verdict: Keep
xherdan Shaqiri
The curious case of Shaqiri. The Swiss international rarely appeared last season due to injuries and fitness issues, and has yet to feature in the team of the day in Liverpool’s first three competitive games this season.
The arrivals of Takumi Minamino and Diogo Jota have pushed the 28-year-old further down the pecking order, plus let’s not forget youngsters Harvey Elliott and Curtis Jones, who are also knocking on the door to start.
If an offer comes in for Shaqiri, the Reds hierarchy is likely to consider it to fund more deals or cover the cost of the summer arrivals of Jota, Thiago and Kostas Tsimikas.
Verdict: To sell
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