Liverpool could still complete five departures before their summer business concludes, despite the Premier League transfer window having closed. The Reds finished with the highest net expenditure of any side in England's top tier, ending £219m in deficit after a late surge of deals that saw Bradley Barcola arrive for £123m and Lucca Brughmans complete a £30m deadline-day switch, though he will remain at Genk for the rest of the campaign.
Various leagues across the globe remain open for transfers, offering Liverpool the opportunity to further balance the books. Mirror Football has outlined a selection of players who could still depart Anfield in the coming days and weeks.
Lewis Koumas and Harvey Davies
Lewis Koumas sits near the top of Liverpool's current crop of emerging talent and caught the eye during an encouraging pre-season spell. All signs suggest he has done enough to earn a spot in the first-team squad this term, but a loan away could still work out best for all parties in the long term. Koumas, 20, came off the bench for a 12-minute cameo in the draw against Newcastle before being an unused substitute against Nottingham Forest. Barcola's arrival further restricts opportunities for those on the fringes of the left wing.
A Championship loan could have been the perfect solution for the 12-cap Wales international, while the Scottish Premiership and Belgium's Pro League shut up shop tomorrow (Sept. 3). The Eredivisie transfer window closes at midnight tonight, while windows in Turkey (Friday) and Portugal (Sept. 15) offer more time.
With Alisson and Giorgi Mamardashvili both remaining at Anfield, the pathway to the No. 1 shirt appears congested for Harvey Davies. Freddie Woodman also penned a fresh contract this summer, while Vitezslav Jaros' presence probably means four goalkeepers sit above Davies in the hierarchy. Reports earlier this summer suggested intentions to extend Davies' own deal, which is set to run out next summer, with the 22-year-old, at the club since 2011, retained as cover until January before another assessment.
Those arrangements could yet be brought forward to afford the youngster senior football. His possibilities are wide open, with transfer windows in Belgium, Austria, Hungary and Scotland shutting tomorrow, while nations like Croatia (Sept. 7) and Greece (Sept. 15) have additional time.
Federico Chiesa and Jayden Danns
Despite appearing one of the most probable exits at the beginning of the summer, Federico Chiesa remains a Liverpool player. The Euro 2020 champion has been persistently linked with a return to Serie A, but wishes to compete for his position under Andoni Iraola. Chiesa's adaptability across the forward line provides value, with the player delivering some decisive moments in red, though Barcola's arrival makes significant game time less likely.
"Federico is not thinking about leaving Liverpool," Chiesa's father, Enrico, told 365Scores. "Chiesa is very happy at Anfield and feels extremely good within the club. As for renewing the contract, his first desire is to continue and stay with Liverpool." The Serie A deadline has now passed, ruling out a return to Italy, but Turkey's Super Lig remains active until Friday evening, while Portugal's window stays open until September 15.
Jayden Danns' injury setbacks have limited his senior involvement at Liverpool. The striker is close to full fitness after missing pre-season preparations. A loan spell away could provide the impetus he needs, with clubs in second-tier European leagues welcoming an imposing, physical attacking force. Danns, too talented for under-21 football, could return to Merseyside in 2027 better prepared to establish himself.
James McConnell
Iraola is reported to have chosen to retain James McConnell following his eye-catching pre-season performances. The 21-year-old could emerge as a surprise package this campaign after a planned loan to Preston fell through. Liverpool's midfield boasts a world-class starting lineup but is short on backup options, offering the youngster an opportunity to make his mark.
The bleakest outcome would be for Liverpool to conclude the campaign with McConnell unable to accumulate meaningful playing time. A loan move to Scotland could suit the Newcastle-born talent if a club acts swiftly, while he is unlikely to return to the Eredivisie following an underwhelming stint at Ajax last season.
