Liverpool is facing a busy deadline day in the Premier League, primarily focused on outgoings rather than signings. Despite a relatively quiet transfer window, Liverpool recently announced the signings of Giorgi Mamardashvili and Federico Chiesa. However, Chiesa is the only signing expected to contribute to the team this season. Fans are still eagerly awaiting the arrival of a No. 6 midfielder and a defender, but it seems unlikely that any movement will occur on these fronts until later in the window.
While Liverpool has not made significant signings, they have seen several young players make moves elsewhere, either permanently or on loan. Stefan Bajcetic is anticipated to join Pep Lijnders’ Salzburg on loan, creating a Liverpool reunion following Bobby Clark’s £10 million transfer. However, Liverpool has been open to offers for Ben Doak without any concrete developments. Speculation about Joe Gomez and Caoimhin Kelleher also lingers, as Nottingham Forest made an unsuccessful bid that included American goalkeeper Matt Turner. Liverpool will not allow these players to leave without securing suitable replacements.
Nat Phillips is expected to be given the green light to move on, as he is unlikely to receive significant game time at Anfield this season. On the other hand, Tyler Morton is reportedly set to stay after Bayer Leverkusen’s offer was rejected. Additionally, 21-year-old goalkeeper Marcelo Pitaluga is set to join Scottish Championship team Livingston on loan. Liverpool is also looking to secure a move for goalkeeper Jakub Ojrzynski, who previously had a trial with Polish side GKS Katowice. Finally, several academy players, including Kaide Gordon, James Norris, Dominic Corness, James Balagizi, Harvey Davies, Tom Hill, and Lee Jonas, could also have potential moves lined up.
As for incoming signings, it is not entirely ruled out, but time is running out for Liverpool. Fans are hopeful for the arrival of a defender and a No. 6 midfielder, but the club would need to identify a suitable player, convince another club to sell late in the window, and strike an agreement. Lewis Steele from the Mail suggests that it is unlikely to happen due to the limited time remaining. While there is still hope, the chances of securing these signings seem slim at this stage.