Liverpool transfer news: Ajax talks opened, Jota theory due to Werner, two exits likely

Liverpool have a squad which is the envy of all but the very richest of football clubs, yet as their meek defeat by Atalanta on Wednesday night displayed, even the top teams can improve on what they have. The Reds are struggling with numerous injuries and have a game every three days at the moment, and the loss to the Serie A side has left fans and pundits wondering if Liverpool need an injection of fresh blood in January. Express Sport has all the latest.
Reds open discussions with Ajax
Liverpool may have suffered only their 12th home defeat in the European Cup or Champions League on Wednesday, but their European fate is still in their hands. They welcome Ajax to Anfield next week, and all eyes will be on their centre-back Perr Schuurs.
There have been rumours that he has captured the Reds’ interest circulating for a while, but Liverpool have now made their interest concrete.
According toCorriere dello Sport negotiations have begun between the clubs as the Reds look to add the 21-year-old to their squad in January.
They have reportedly opened the bidding at around €30m, so let’s see if that’s enough to convince the Dutch side to do business.


