League: EPL Sport: Soccer Country: England Category: Scores & Results

Liverpool explores centre-back signing ahead of Premier League season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 8:35 PM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Liverpool explores centre-back signing ahead of Premier League season

Summary

Fabrizio Romano has indicated that Liverpool is considering bringing in a centre-back before the transfer window closes. Currently, the squad is facing injury challenges, especially in defense, with Joe Gomez sidelined and Jeremy Jacquet yet to feature in pre-season. Richard Hughes, overseeing transfer decisions, needs reinforcements to prepare the team for the upcoming season. Liverpool's only senior addition so far is Victor Munoz, but more signings are essential to strengthen the squad. The final weeks of the transfer window will be critical for Hughes and the club's ambitions.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

By the Numbers

•Liverpool is looking for a centre-back to address depth issues.
•Joe Gomez is out with an injury and Jacquet hasn't played yet.
•Victor Munoz is the only senior signing so far this summer.
•Richard Hughes faces a critical time as the transfer window nears its end.
•Injuries are complicating preparations for the season opener against Newcastle United.

Latest Updates

8:35 PMYahoo Sports — Liverpool transfer news: Finally! Fabrizio Romano confirms amazing Reds move

What they're saying

"
Fabrizio Romano has given us the perfect update. The transfer window is entering its final stretch, and for Richard Hughes, the weeks ahead feel defining. There is no escaping it now. This is the mome...
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

Liverpool Newcastle United EPL Soccer