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Liverpool faces full-back challenges ahead of possible double signing

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 5:40 PM

Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Liverpool faces full-back challenges ahead of possible double signing

Summary

Liverpool is poised for a double transfer deal to address full-back deficiencies. Following significant investments in recent transfer windows exceeding £500 million, the team has struggled with depth and performance in critical areas. The current full-back pairing of Jeremie Frimpong and Milos Kerkez seems unsatisfactory, prompting the Reds to consider new signings for next season. An option to sign Ronald Araujo appears likely while the future of Kerkez remains uncertain, leading to speculation about acquiring two new starting full-backs to stabilize the squad.

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Status Watch

•Liverpool spent over £500 million in recent transfer windows.
•Jeremie Frimpong has lost his starting position to Ronald Araujo.
•Milos Kerkez's performances have led to uncertainty about his role.
•Kostas Tsimikas has returned to Liverpool after a disappointing loan.
•Two new full-backs are likely to be signed next season.

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5:40 PMYahoo Sports — It's happening, Unwanted Liverpool double-deal now looks certain

What they're saying

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Liverpool can't escape it. A double deal now looks certain to happen and it's exactly what the Reds didn't want.Liverpool thought they'd solved a few problems in the last two transfer windows. They've...
— Yahoo Sports

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