Liverpool transfer news: Reds begin succession plan as Arne Slot suffers early blow
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After a rare slip-up in the Premier League, Liverpool have an opportunity to push their cause towards winning a first trophy under Arne Slot on Wednesday evening. The Reds take on Southampton looking to navigate their way into the semi-final of the Carabao Cup. Slot will hope to retain the trophy that Jurgen Klopp ended his Anfield tenure with.
The Reds have enjoyed an impressive start to life under the Dutchman, and saw little change in their squad over the summer. In just two weeks time, Slot will be afforded another opportunity to leave his mark when the January transfer window opens however.
With that said, Mirror Football looks at some of the latest stories surrounding Liverpool. Federico Chiesa was Slot's lone arrival in the summer and the Italian has scarcley featured due to injury and fitness issues. The winger will make it onto the pitch this evening however, Slot confirmed.
Speaking in his pre-match press conference, Slot said: "You can expect him to get minutes. He won't get 90. It is a game where not all our starters will start. We have to balance. He will make minutes. If he starts or comes on, we have to decide today.".
According to Sky Germany, Slot has started the search to sign a traditional right-back to play as part of a back four. The decision comes with Trent Alexander-Arnold's future at Anfield still uncertain as he enters the final six months of his deal. The Reds academy product is able to enter talks with other teams from next month and has drawn interest from Real Madrid despite a positive start to life under Slot. With Alexander-Arnold's status still unresolved, along with that of Mo Salah and Virgil van Dijk, preparation is required.
