Liverpool's transfer window is picking up speed, and Andoni Iraola has several deals at his disposal. The Reds sprinted out of the gates with the £34 million signing of Victor Munoz, who joined Jeremy Jacquet on Merseyside. Business has slowed since then, but deals are ready to be completed should the club desire. Anfield's pulling power remains strong, and things could escalate quickly as clubs rush to meet the annual financial fair play deadline on Friday.
Bradley Barcola
The dream signing for many Liverpool fans could be closer than some suggest. The hunt for Bradley Barcola took a fresh turn after L'Equipe reported the France winger has rejected the latest offer of contract talks. Barcola, now in the final two years of his Paris Saint-Germain deal, wants out of the Parc des Princes. Transfer insider Fabrizio Romano has long stated Liverpool are in the lead for the forward, valued at upwards of £85 million.
Said El Mala
Liverpool's most dire need is a successor to Mohamed Salah. The Reds have dedicated much of their summer efforts to RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande, but Said El Mala is another Bundesliga prospect who could provide an alternative. The 19-year-old is destined for the Cologne exit door, with his club open to a sale if demands are met. Borussia Dortmund had an offer rejected last week, which fell short of the estimated £40-50 million price tag. El Mala scored 13 goals and provided five assists in 34 league outings last term.
Harvey Elliott
Harvey Elliott is currently on tour in the United States, but this summer is seen as a crossroads for the English playmaker. Both Sunderland and Leeds have been tipped with interest and should have the funds for his £30 million signature. After a loan at Aston Villa last term, a parting of ways may be required for Elliott to fulfil his potential.
Stefan Bajcetic
The odds of seeing Stefan Bajcetic return to his pre-injury form appear slim. Sevilla, Rayo Vallecano and Elche are each considered contenders for his signature, and the low cost makes a move any day now feasible.
Giorgi Mamardashvili
Recent reports suggest backup goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili could be available for loan after it became clear Alisson will remain at Anfield. Freddie Woodman's contract extension provides added assurances, with several Serie A teams reportedly ready to take the Georgian on temporary terms.
Givairo Read
Feyenoord right-back Givairo Read was touted for a reunion with Arne Slot when he was at Anfield. However, a deal is there for Iraola to capitalise on given the 20-year-old has made no secret of his affection for the Reds. When asked about joining Manchester City or Manchester United, Read told Voetbal International: "Liverpool, for sure! No-one else." Read has become a regular at Feyenoord since his senior debut, and Liverpool need cover in defence after Joe Gomez's injury. Nottingham Forest have reportedly registered a £17.5 million bid to tempt Feyenoord.
Ifeanyi Ndukwe
New signing Ifeanyi Ndukwe cannot play for the first team this term. The 18-year-old recently completed a £2.6 million move from Austria Wien after agreeing the deal in January. UK laws mean he won't earn a work permit this season, so he'll either spend the campaign in the reserves or be loaned out for first-team experience.
