Liverpool want to sign a new central defender in 2026. (Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images)
Liverpool are looking to sign a new centre-back next summer, whether Ibrahima Konate stays or not. Currently, they are targeting two key targets who are also set to be out of contract at the end of the season: Marc Guehi and Dayot Upamecano.
Liverpool have been interested in Guehi for some time, but their desire to sign Upamecano has been evident in recent months. The Bayern Munich and France star would be a great addition to Arne Slot’s squad, although it could be difficult for him to end up at Anfield.
Dayot Upamecano in talks over new contract with Bayern Munich
According to Football Insider, Pete O’Rourke has revealed that Upamecano is in talks with Bayern to sign a new deal, but despite this, his future in Bavaria remains very uncertain.
“I’m sure (Liverpool) hope to be able to sign a player of Upamecano’s caliber on a possible free transfer this summer. Look, he is under contract at the Allianz Arena until the summer and discussions over a new dealer are ongoing between Upamecano’s representatives and Bayern Munich.
“Bayern will be hoping they can persuade the French international to stay, but he will have plenty of options and there is no escaping it. Right now it is probably an open race for the signing as there will be so many clubs willing to sign him on a free transfer if a new deal cannot be agreed. But Bayern are doing everything they can to try and persuade the Frenchman to stay.”
There’s no doubt that Upamecano would be one of Liverpool’s best signings, but for now, it’s still a waiting game to see if they make a move in January.
