Liverpool transfer news: Goncalo Inacio struggle, Antonio Silva’s stance, and injury updates

News, rumours, gossip, and speculation on transfers involving Liverpool, including the most recent on Joe Gomez, Roberto Firmino, Fabio Carvalho, Thaigo Alcantara, and Goncalo Inacio

In the January transfer window, Liverpool will compete with Sporting Lisbon’s Goncalo Inacio for his signature.

The 22-year-old centre back is reportedly being pursued by a number of teams, including the Reds, with Arsenal and Real Madrid reportedly vying for his services.

The Liverpool combo of Thiago Alcantara and Fabio Carvalho are reportedly drawing interest ahead of the transfer market that opens next month. While Carvalho has been having trouble getting consistent minutes during his loan stint with RB Leipzig, Thiago has been linked to a return to Barcelona.

In other news, Antonio Silva, a talented defender for Benfica who has drawn interest from Real Madrid, is reportedly a target for the Reds.

Manu Kone monitored

Time travel to the past, and Liverpool is once more mentioned among the teams still interested in Manu Kone of Borussia Monchengladbach.

According to Rudy Galetti, Paris Saint-Germain has added the defensive midfielder to their list of transfer objectives, and the Reds and Tottenham are keeping an eye on his status.

The Frenchman was supposed to be among the first players to arrive as part of Jurgen Klopp’s midfield makeover back in the summer, but he was hurt during the U21 Euros and spent the season in Germany.

Release clause of Joao Neves.

Joao Neves, a 19-year-old midfielder for Benfica, is another up-and-coming star. He first mentioned Liverpool’s scouting efforts in November 90min ago.

As the January transfer window approaches, rumours are circulating that Neves’ team is well aware of foreign interest in their star. O Jogo suggests that in this case, people might believe it is not yet time to sell up.

The most recent rumour regarding the player is made by them, who state that Benfica intends to negotiate a new deal with a €150 million (£130 million) release clause in order to ward off possible suitors for the time being.

Release clause and rivals of Antonio Silva.

Reporter Rudy Galetti has shared information about Antonio Silva of Benfica that he is aware of.

Claiming that the young central defender is “really appreciated” around Europe, he names Manchester United, Liverpool’s opponent, and Paris Saint-Germain, the French champions.

It is also alleged that he has a €100 million release clause in his contract, which runs until 2027.

Liverpool to battle Brighton for defender

According to reports, Liverpool is “keeping tabs” on Kevin Mantilla, a defender from Colombia.

In the weeks following Joel Matip’s injury setback, the Reds have been connected to a number of centre backs. Matip is projected to miss the rest of the season due to an ACL injury, and his contract is scheduled to expire in the summer.

Liverpool is reportedly keeping an eye on Talleres de Cordoba defender Mantill, according to Caught Offside. Brighton is reportedly considering a move as well, according to Colombian publication AS.

Liverpool confirms Wataru Endo’s and Mohamed Salah’s departure dates.

Wataru Endo and Mohamed Salah will reunite with their nations following Liverpool’s Monday night match against Newcastle United, the club has revealed.

Before getting ready for the Asian Cup and the AFCON, both players are available to play in the game at Anfield.

On January 14, Egypt and Salah will play their first AFCON match against Mozambique.

On January 14, Japan and Endo will kick off their Asian Cup campaigns against Vietnam.

Alexis Mac Allister is back in training at Liverpool.

Alexis Mac Allister is back in training 

The midfield player is continuing his recuperation from the knee injury he sustained against Sheffield United, and Sky Sports cameras caught him reuniting with his teammates at the AXA Training Centre in Kirkby.

In his pre-match press conference, Jurgen Klopp discussed Mac Allister’s fitness before training began, saying, “Macca, we will see what he can do today.” The decision about whether or not he may participate in team training is still pending; we’ll see.”

“It would be fantastic if Macca could return to Newcastle, but he needs to return pretty much immediately after that,” Klopp continued.

Real Madrid ‘competing’ for Liverpool target

According to reports, Real Madrid and Liverpool are vying for Sporting Lisbon defender Goncalo Inacio.

The 22-year-old was expected to make a high-profile move in January following a run of outstanding performances for the massive Portuguese team.

Among the English teams ‘in the race’ to sign the center-back are reportedly Liverpool and Arsenal. Real Madrid is reportedly ‘competing’ for the Portugal international as well, according to Football Espana.

David Alaba’s long-term injury has apparently made Inacio the “ideal replacement.” He will supposedly be available for about €60 million next month, though a summer transfer is probably more plausible.