Feared in attack, light at the back - why Liverpool's transfer window leaves questions
Feared in attack but light at the back? Liverpool have spent more than £200m in the transfer window but questions remain over whether the squad has enough depth.
After months of speculation, the transfer window has finally closed for Liverpool, with the club's confidence in their squad appearing uncertain. Transfer window experts had predicted a summer similar to last year's record-breaking £415m outlay and £188m in sales, but the Reds' actual spend was just under £200m. This includes the purchases of Victor Munoz, Ronald Araujo (on loan), and Bradley Barcola, who cost £123m, making it the club's second-biggest signing of the summer.
Liverpool's defensive lineup has been a concern, with Mohamed Salah, Andy Robertson, and Ibrahima Konate all leaving the club for free, while Curtis Jones moved to Inter Milan for £30m. The team's struggling defense has been evident in their first two Premier League matches, conceding twice each. With Giovanni Leoni and Conor Bradley sidelined with long-term injuries, Liverpool have turned to 27-year-old Uruguayan defender Araujo as a short-term solution, with an option to buy him for £47m next summer.
The club has bolstered their defense by bringing in experienced Belgian goalkeeper Lucca Brughmans from Genk, a potential future option for the 2027-28 season. However, Liverpool's struggling defense remains a worry as they begin their new Champions League campaign on September 10, facing two games per week. The club's hope is that their young defenders and goalkeeper will improve under new manager Andoni Iraola, who they previously worked with at Bournemouth.
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