Liverpool targets Goncalo Inacio as part of defensive overhaul
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 12:55 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Liverpool is working on a defensive rebuild this summer under new manager Andoni Iraola. The club has already signed centre back Jeremy Jacquet, who arrives from Rennes for £60 million. With Trent Alexander-Arnold, Ibrahima Konate, and Andy Robertson departing, Liverpool is prioritizing recruitment in defense. Goncalo Inacio of Sporting CP is under consideration and has a reported release clause of £55 million. The club hopes to integrate younger talents like Conor Bradley and Milos Kerkez as part of the new defensive strategy.
- •Liverpool prepares for a defensive overhaul under manager Andoni Iraola.
- •Jeremy Jacquet has joined from Rennes for £60 million.
- •Goncalo Inacio is a primary target with a £55 million release clause.
- •Conor Bradley is expected to challenge for a starting role upon his return.
- •Milos Kerkez may take on increased responsibilities following Andy Robertson's departure.
- 12:55 PMYahoo Sports — Liverpool eyeing move for 24-year-old defender to complete defensive rebuild
"Liverpool Transfer News: How Andoni Iraola Could Shape a New Look DefenceLiverpool’s summer rebuild is gathering momentum and, while much of the focus remains on attacking reinforcements, the founda...
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