Liverpool are evaluating a potential acquisition of Brighton and Netherlands goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen, aged 24, as uncertainty surrounds the future of their Brazilian number one Alisson Becker, 35, whose contract with the Reds concludes at the end of the season. According to BBC Sport, multiple transfer moves are being pursued across the Premier League as clubs prepare for the January window and beyond.
Bayern Munich continues discussions with the representatives of Rio Ngumoha following preliminary contact made earlier in the year, with the Bavarian club hoping to secure Liverpool's 18-year-old England winger during the summer transfer period. Bayern were reportedly prepared to offer €70 million (£58.3 million) for Ngumoha last summer, though Liverpool declined to negotiate at that time, prompting the German club to pursue alternative targets such as Ismael Saibari. Ngumoha's current Liverpool contract extends until 2028, and he has not yet committed to fresh terms with the club.
Who are Liverpool targeting in defence?
Liverpool have demonstrated substantial interest in Brighton's highly regarded Croatia centre-back Luka Vuskovic, 19, as they intensify their pursuit of a long-term replacement for Netherlands defender Virgil van Dijk, 35. Brighton's reported expectation is that a future sale of Vuskovic could exceed €100 million, with a source describing him as "elite" and a suitable fit for Andoni Iraola's tactical system. This interest aligns with earlier reporting that Bayern Munich are among several clubs targeting Vuskovic, with a summer 2027 move reportedly more likely than a January transfer.
Which other clubs are active in the market?
Chelsea and Liverpool have both expressed interest in 21-year-old Brentford and Senegal left-back El Hadji Malick Diouf as they seek to strengthen their defensive options. Crystal Palace, Everton and Leeds United are all monitoring Tottenham midfielder Conor Gallagher, though Spurs are unlikely to permit the 26-year-old England international to depart the club.
Chelsea may initiate contract discussions with England defender Levi Colwill, whose existing agreement runs through 2029, as Barcelona contemplate submitting a transfer proposal for the 23-year-old in January. Manchester United have been encouraged by scouting assessments of Rennes and Cameroon left-back Mahamadou Nagida, 21, following a series of positive reports from their recruitment team.
What is the situation with Jeremie Frimpong?
Liverpool's Netherlands defender Jeremie Frimpong has been offered to Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal merely 18 months following his £29.5 million transfer to Anfield from Bayer Leverkusen. However, an Al-Hilal source denied the club is interested in Frimpong, stating that its priorities are centre-back and midfield reinforcements. Frimpong's recovery was expected to continue through the international break, with Liverpool scheduled to face Crystal Palace on Sunday, November 8.
Key Facts
- Bart Verbruggen, 24, is being considered by Liverpool as a potential successor to Alisson Becker, whose contract expires in summer 2025
- Bayern Munich remain in negotiations for Rio Ngumoha, 18, with the winger's Liverpool contract running until 2028
- Luka Vuskovic, 19, is Liverpool's primary defensive target, with Brighton valuing the centre-back at over €100 million
- Multiple Premier League clubs are monitoring Tottenham's Conor Gallagher, though a departure appears unlikely
- Al-Hilal has reportedly denied interest in Jeremie Frimpong despite the offer being made to the Saudi club
