Liverpool is gearing up to make moves in the transfer market for a versatile defender.
This season, the Reds have faced significant challenges in defense. With Giovanni Leoni injured, manager Arne Slot is left with only three senior, fit center-back options.
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Moreover, Ibrahima Konate’s uncertain contract situation could lead to further limitations in the squad. The right-back position has also become problematic since Trent Alexander-Arnold’s move to Real Madrid.
Conor Bradley secured a long-term deal during the summer, and Jeremie Frimpong was brought in from Bayer Leverkusen.
Liverpool needs depth in both center-back and right-back roles
Unfortunately, both players have struggled with injuries this season and have not been particularly convincing in their performances.
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With Dominik Szoboszlai having to fill in at right-back, the Premier League champions have lost some of their midfield strength.
However, a potential solution for addressing both the right-back and center-back dilemmas might be on the horizon.
Recently, it was reported that Liverpool sent scouts to observe Galatasaray during their Champions League match against Ajax.
Wilfried Singo emerges as a target for Liverpool
Their target is Wilfried Singo.
The Ivory Coast international has been impressive for Galatasaray since his €30 million transfer from Monaco last summer.
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Under contract until 2030, Singo could be on the move next year, with Liverpool emerging as frontrunners for his signature.
He has a €60 million buyout clause in his contract with Gala, as reported by Turkiye Gazetesi, and sporting director Richard Hughes might consider activating it.
Singo’s rising profile
Earlier this season, Liverpool faced Galatasaray in the Champions League, where Singo’s strong defensive performance was noteworthy.
Singo first made his way to Europe from Ivory Coast in 2019 with Serie A club Torino, later moving to Monaco before signing with Galatasaray in the summer of 2025.
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Prior to his move to Istanbul, clubs like Borussia Dortmund, Everton, and Newcastle were all reported to be interested, but it now seems that a transfer to Anfield is a possibility.