The Anfield Wrap Has Mo Salah Forced Liverpool’s Hand?: The Gutter Podcast
Dec 9, 2025
The discussion dives into Liverpool's pressing transfer needs, sparked by Mohamed Salah's comments. The panel debates squad depth issues and the urgency for attacking signings due to injuries. There's scrutiny on recruitment strategies and whether past choices have compromised the team's future. The possibility of Xabi Alonso's managerial role surfaces, raising questions about replacing current staff. Amidst poor form, the impact on January recruitment is analyzed, with a call for creative solutions and potential player additions.
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Pace And Wide Threat Are Critically Missing
- Liverpool entered the season short on pace and attacking width after losing Luis Díaz and some of Darwin Núñez's impact.
- That lack of wide threat has become urgent with injuries to Gakpo and others, forcing January attacker recruitment talk.
Prioritise An Attacker In January
- Sign at least one attacker in January to cover current shortages and possible departures.
- Be prepared to overpay or be creative because January is harder and selling clubs resist midseason exits.
Centre-Back Pipeline Has Run Dry
- Liverpool haven't signed multiple senior centre-backs since 2018 and that creates vulnerability.
- Squad planning should anticipate needing multiple recruits because not every signing will be a guaranteed hit.