Winger prepared to reject Liverpool transfer to make Ligue 1 switch

Africa Foot named Liverpool as one of Moussa’s suitors and despite the outlet naming the Reds as “the closest” to completing his signing, it no longer appears that way.

Foot Mercato is now reporting that he prefers a move to Lille over Liverpool and is willing to reject a direct offer from the Premier League side to complete a move to Ligue 1.

Moussa is said to be interested in joining the French side’s Champions League project and appears to be unimpressed with interest from Chelsea as well.

Since Jurgen Klopp breathed new life into Liverpool and restored their competitive edge, the Reds are known for moving on from targets that aren’t 100% interested in making the move.

With Liverpool now very unlikely to make a move for Anis Hadj Moussa, what should they be looking at in the market?

What do Liverpool need in the transfer market?

Time is running out in the January transfer market and unless Liverpool decide to act on a time-sensitive signing, they will complete the rest of the season without any additions to the squad.

Liverpool’s transfer priorities have shifted since the summer window slammed shut.

The season began with loud calls for a new defensive midfielder and despite Liverpool trying their best to sign Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi, the no.6 role is no longer a priority with Ryan Gravenberch making the position his own in a very unique manner.

Now, signing a centre-back and left-back would appear to be more important.

With reports suggesting Liverpool are accelerating talks to sign Jorrel Hato, there is still time for Arne Slot to cover both positions by signing the 18-year-old this month.