Liverpool face a pressing need to bolster their squad in the wake of a disheartening 2-2 draw against Brighton, where they relinquished a one-goal lead.
Jurgen Klopp’s men, resilient as ever, bounced back after conceding an early goal by Simon Adingra, courtesy of a comical error.
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However, a first-half brace from Mohamed Salah provided a glimmer of hope before amateurish defending cost them the lead late in the second half.
This stumble has intensified scrutiny on the squad’s capabilities.
Midfield Reinforcement Discussions for Liverpool
Amid this, the call for Liverpool to acquire a new No. 6 has grown louder, with Alexis Mac Allister struggling in his unfamiliar midfield role.
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The pursuit of a midfield anchor is nothing new for Klopp, who had previously sought Moises Caicedo in a dramatic £110 million bid.
Now, discussions regarding a January move for Fluminense’s Andre have gained traction, especially since the Brazilian side reached the Copa Libertadores final.
Robbie Savage Says…
BBC pundit Robbie Savage, among others, advocates for the Reds to target Joao Palhinha, formerly of Sporting Lisbon. Speaking on BBC Radio 5 Live Sport on Sunday, the 48-year-old said:
“He’s a very good player. He was going to Bayern and the move fell through. Fantastic player.
Liverpool have transitioned well in those areas, there is more dynamism in there, Szoboszlai and Mac Allister are good acquisitions, recruitment has been good and I think that has gone under the radar really. But I think Palhinha would be a fantastic fit for Liverpool.”
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Palhinha: Ideal Liverpool Replacement
Palhinha came close to joining Bayern Munich for £55 million during the summer transfer window but the deal fell through despite a completed medical and club photoshoot.
Standing at 6 foot 3, he could provide a dominating presence in midfield, with Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konate guarding the backline.
Palhinha’s attributes align perfectly with Liverpool’s need for a Fabinho replacement.
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January Midfield Options
While reports suggest that Liverpool’s interest in Palhinha has stalled, interest in Andre remains strong.
The January transfer window could offer the opportunity to secure a formidable midfield addition, as Fluminense’s season concludes before Christmas.
Liverpool’s recent struggles have brought their midfield deficiencies to the forefront, and the acquisition of Joao Palhinha could be the answer to bolster their squad’s depth and quality.
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The upcoming transfer window presents an opportunity for the club to address these issues and regain their competitive edge.
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