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Liverpool have identified Milos Kerkez and Martin Zubimendi as their top targets for 2025 and could even make a move for them as early as January, TEAMtalk can reveal.

Liverpool are fully in the hunt for the Premier League title and have been absolutely ruthless under new coach Arne Slot. There is a real possibility that they will win the Premier League in the Dutchman’s first season in charge. We evaluate the squad and determine where they need to strengthen to take advantage of the club’s fantastic position.

They are looking to add more depth and have two key positions in mind for the January window that they believe will help them retain their title. The full-back position, especially the left-back area, and another central midfielder are crucial areas that the club is looking to add numbers to.

They have Andy Robertson as their primary left-back and the Scotland international has rediscovered his form in recent weeks. However, he is entering his 30s and has had niggling injuries that have affected his playing time.

The Anfield side have been keeping an eye on several options and are big fans of Milos Kerkez. as TEAMtalk revealed on October 31. The Bournemouth man is wanted by several top clubs including Manchester United – but Liverpool have identified him as a player who can take the reins from Robertson.

The Cherries don’t like to lose Kerkez However, midway through the season, sources close to Bournemouth believe this is his last season at the club.

A midfielder is also being sought to help the likes of Ryan Gravenberch, who has developed into an integral player. Liverpool would like to add some more quality and as previously reportedhave a desire to bring in Martin Zubimendi.

The Real Soceidad star is a top target for Mikel Arteta and Arsenal, but they face real competition from Liverpool, who are confident they can beat the Gunners with his signature.

The Spain international loves Sociedad and has rejected the option of leaving this summer, but sources in Spain believe he will leave the club in the near future. Indeed, reports in Zubimendi’s home country claim he did so already decided to leave Sociedad for a new challenge.

Zubimendi still has a €60m release clause in his contract and sources are clear Liverpool want to activate it.

The Reds typically don’t overspend in January and only allow a big outlay for the right player, potentially allowing them to move into one of the two key positions.

A new full-back and midfielder are Liverpool’s top priorities, but other positions will also be upgraded at a later stage.

Liverpool are hoping to sign another centre-back and are also looking at strikers in case Mo Salah moves on. The Egyptian winger has admitted that he is ‘more out than in’ at Liverpool at the moment because he has not yet received a final offer to extend his contract.

Sources have told TEAMtalk that West Ham United forward Mohammed Kudus is someone to watch if Salah leaves as Liverpool remain big fans of the 24-year-old.

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Meanwhile, Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold has been warned ‘now or never’ for him to go to Real Madrid.

Alexander-Arnold is currently considering whether to sign a new contract with his boyhood club or try out a new adventure in Madrid – an incredibly difficult decision.

Journalist Kaveh Solhekol believes Madrid will increase the pressure on the England star by telling him they can sign someone else.

In addition to revamping the senior team, Liverpool are also looking at how they can improve their academy rankings.

Reports claim Liverpool has a strong interest in Sunderland star Trey Ogunsuyi.

He is a 17-year-old centre-forward who represents the Belgian U19s at international level.

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