The January transfer window closed with Liverpool doing exactly what most people expected they would, namely no further business. The talented Mr Gakpo was a fine addition at the start of the month but it’s fair to question if the funds taken to secure him might have been better invested elsewhere in the squad.
Anyone who has followed the Reds’ business for several years knew there almost certainly wouldn’t be any last minute additions, it’s not the club’s style. There have been deadline day punts like Ozan Kabak, Ben Davies and Arthur Melo in recent times, but with the lack of success they’ve had you can see why Liverpool don’t make a habit of such signings.
Still, many of their supporters were crying out for them to be more aggressive in the market, especially with Chelsea buying every player you’ve ever heard of (and some you haven’t). Being more active doesn’t have to be expensive either, at least in terms of transfer fees.
