Liverpool priorities shift as Julian Ward returns
Reports claim Virgil van Dijk could join AC Milan on a free in 2027, with Liverpool said to be eyeing Tottenham defender Micky van de Ven as his successor.
Liverpool are in the race for Real Sociedad centre-back Jon Martin, 20, as they look to make an early move for high-upside talent.
Julian Ward is back as Liverpool sporting director, with immediate priorities extending beyond transfers as the club reshape key decisions behind the scenes.
Liverpool are among the clubs tracking Brentford winger Kevin Schade, though Manchester United could rival them for the 24-year-old German.
Liverpool are monitoring former midfielder Tyler Morton after his strong Lyon form, with a return suggested as a possible solution to a midfield issue.
Liverpool are interested in Crystal Palace left-back Tyrick Mitchell as they look to add competition and depth on the left flank in January.
A former Liverpool player said asking to leave Anfield was his biggest regret, admitting he made the wrong decision during his Reds career.
Lewis Koumas earned praise after an impressive Wales display, strengthening the view at Liverpool that the 21-year-old forward is pushing towards a bigger role.
Liverpool are reportedly leading the race for Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara and plan to pursue the €55m Senegal international as a replacement for Alexis Mac Allister.
Trent Alexander-Arnold is reportedly not considering a January move to Liverpool or Arsenal, despite interest as he fights for his place at Real Madrid.
Will Wright is set to train with Liverpool's first team during the break, giving the 18-year-old striker a chance to impress Andoni Iraola.
Ian Wright said Manchester City's case sharpens focus on Jurgen Klopp and Liverpool's legacy, as debate grows over the scale of the verdict.
Virgil van Dijk admitted he broke one of Jurgen Klopp's rules soon after joining Liverpool, as the former Reds boss restated his standards.
Liverpool plan a January bid for Boca's 19-year-old Tomas Aranda, while intermediaries have discussed Trent Alexander-Arnold's potential Premier League return.
Liverpool make nine changes for the WSL Merseyside derby at Anfield, with Kirsty MacLean returning, Sam Kerr at right-back and Khiara Keating back in goal.
Yankuba Minteh said he is focused on Brighton after his failed Liverpool move. The winger could return from injury 'very soon' and face the Reds at Anfield in October.
Jurgen Klopp included Florian Wirtz in his Germany squad after debate over the Liverpool playmaker's form, insisting: 'We cannot do more'.
Liverpool could target Josko Gvardiol if Manchester City's punishment forces sales, with Julian Ward a long-time admirer and the defender having previously called Liverpool his 'dream' club.
Liverpool face an injury scare after Alexander Isak left Sweden camp with a minor thigh problem and will miss three Nations League games ahead of Manchester City.
Liverpool scouts are closely watching Monaco forward Paris Brunner, who is seen as a serious target to provide another no.10 option.
