Liverpool faces uncertainty in signing new midfield player this summer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 4:40 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Liverpool's squad improvement efforts continue as the summer transfer window approaches its end. The team has added three new players, including centre-back Jeremy Jacquet, but concerns about their attacking options persist, particularly regarding the absence of a replacement for Mohamed Salah. Journalist David Lynch reports that the chances of signing a new midfielder are close to zero, even if Curtis Jones departs. This situation raises alarms as Liverpool's midfield could remain vulnerable if current players underperform again. Potential targets like Lamine Camara and Adam Wharton are still options, albeit costly.
- •Liverpool has made three signings, including Jeremy Jacquet.
- •Concerns remain over the attack without a replacement for Mohamed Salah.
- •Chances of signing a new midfielder reportedly close to zero.
- •Potential midfield targets include Lamine Camara and Adam Wharton.
- •Curtis Jones's likely departure may create further midfield challenges.
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"Liverpool's first-team squad still needs a lot of work doing to it.At the moment, the three new players that have been brought in so far aren't the most exciting.Admittedly, Jeremy Jacquet does look l...
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