Liverpool experienced a busy summer transfer window, which commenced with the departure of several free-agent players and concluded with the signing of former Bayern Munich midfielder Ryan Gravenberch (as stated on the club’s official website).
Let’s provide an overview of Liverpool’s overall performance in another surprising transfer window.
Incomings: 7/10
Liverpool’s incoming transfers in the summer have grabbed a decent rating. Their midfield overhaul has appeared promising, with Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai settling in well at Anfield.
Wataru Endo’s addition fills a necessary role in the team, and Gravenberch is seen as a wildcard signing with high potential, although it remains to be seen how quickly he can make an impact.
Among these signings, Szoboszlai stands out as a particularly impressive piece of business, having already garnered a huge fan following for his performances.
While the window could have been exceptional had they secured Jude Bellingham and Moises Caicedo, Liverpool can still be happy with the signings they did manage to complete.
Outgoings: 5/10
Liverpool’s outgoings in the summer have not been good on paper. However, they were successful in retaining Mohamed Salah amid interest from Saudi Arabia.
The midfield was in need of significant changes, and departures were expected, but Klopp might not have intended for a complete player sales in a single summer.
The unexpected departures of Jordan Henderson and Fabinho came as surprises, and the Reds missed out on the opportunity to generate funds by allowing players like Roberto Firmino, Naby Keita, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, and James Milner to run down their contracts.
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While this situation might turn out to be beneficial, the manager will require time to integrate his revamped midfield effectively.
Targets Achieved: 4/10
Liverpool received a poor rating in terms of missed transfers during the summer window. They faced significant criticism when they attempted to hijack Caicedo’s move to Chelsea, which ultimately jeopardized their pursuit of Lavia.
Lavia had been Liverpool’s top target throughout the summer, but the club engaged in a drawn-out negotiation process with Southampton, which backfired when the Blues entered the picture officially.
In the end, the Reds missed out on both players, and the situation made them appear unprofessional.
Additionally, their failure to sign another centre-back could potentially cause issues for them during the upcoming season.
Overall: 6/10
Liverpool’s overall performance in the summer transfer window was decent, to say the least. The club has brought in promising players who represent a younger and future-focused direction, contrasting with the departures of several older players over 30.
The signings of Szoboszlai, Mac Allister, and Gravenberch reflect this shift in their ideas. However, the Caicedo-Lavia saga left a negative mark on the club’s summer dealings.
Previously, Liverpool’s transfer activities had been highly regarded during Klopp’s tenure, thanks to individuals like Michael Edwards and Julian Ward.
Their departures seem to have had an impact behind the scenes. Nonetheless, Liverpool have made enough moves this summer to remain competitive at the upper end of the table.
