Liverpool closing in on exciting midfield transfer

Liverpool might just be closing in on an exciting transfer ahead of the January transfer window.

It really does feel like the beginning of a completely new era at Anfield. FSG appear to be taking more of a backseat, with the new 1892 Holdings consortium becoming a significant minority shareholder in the club.

Then there’s Julian Ward, who has now been put in charge of the football operation. He’s returning as sporting director after leaving the role in 2023.

Ward has remained at the club since 2024, working quietly behind the scenes, but he’s now stepping back into the spotlight. This time, though, he’ll have the freedom to run things his way, without Jurgen Klopp influencing recruitment.

And it means he will have the ability to address the biggest issue in the squad.

Liverpool's biggest priority in midfield is clear

It’s becoming pretty obvious that Liverpool are missing a very specific type of midfielder - someone in the Fabinho mould.

The Reds don’t really have that natural, defence-first No.6 who can drop deep, take the ball from the centre-backs and help get things moving from the back.

Ryan Gravenberch has been asked to do that job, but it’s not really his natural game. His first instinct is usually to pick the ball up and drive forward, rather than sit deep and dictate things. That can become a problem when he’s alongside Dominik Szoboszlai, who also likes to carry the ball forward.

Liverpool need someone who can stay disciplined and give the midfield a proper base. That’s partly why Trey Nyoni has looked so impressive, while Lamine Camara has emerged as another option. But there’s one more name worth keeping an eye on.

Liverpool closing in on move for Marc Bernal

According to journalist Juan Jesus, Liverpool are not ruling out a move for the Barcelona midfielder in the January window with the club 'very' interested in the Spaniard's services.

Bernal wants to play regularly and the Reds have the chance to offer what he cannot be guaranteed at Barcelona.

It is understood Andoni Iraola is a huge fan of the youngster's services. Which all together adds up to Liverpool being very likely to get this deal over the line.

After all, they need a defensive minded midfielder. Bernal is exactly that. On top of that he is available and Barcelona are unlikely to haggle a huge fee for his services. Especially when relations between the two clubs are very solid given the Ronald Araujo loan deal.