Liverpool are monitoring developments around Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi and Club Brugge winger Christos Tzolis as the January transfer window progresses. The Reds have yet to make a senior first-team signing this month, though they have secured young centre-back Noah Adekoya from Burnley and are close to a deal for Mor Ndiaye.
Tzolis, a 23-year-old left-winger with 11 goals and nine assists this season, has indicated he would only consider leaving Club Brugge for a major club. “If a crazy team comes along, like Barcelona, Liverpool… I don’t think that will happen in the winter,” he told Het Nieuwsblad, adding that he is focused on winning the title at his current club.
Meanwhile, England international Marc Guehi, 25, is reportedly prepared to delay a decision on his future until after the World Cup. His contract at Crystal Palace expires in the summer, and clubs including Manchester City, Arsenal, Barcelona and Bayern Munich are monitoring the centre-back. City are said to be particularly keen this month due to injuries, but Guehi may wait to assess his options.
Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner acknowledged that a significant offer could force a sale. “There will be a threshold where the club has to say [sell]. If the player says: 'I want to leave' and the money is above the threshold, it will happen,” he said. Reports suggest Palace would seek a fee exceeding £35 million.
Liverpool’s defensive resources are stretched, with only Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konate as fit senior centre-backs. Right-back Conor Bradley also sustained an injury in the draw with Arsenal, adding to concerns as the season continues.
