The news that Fenway Sports Group have put Liverpool up for sale has understandably left supporters concerned about what the future holds.
The American firm have overseen a massively successful 12 years in charge, witnessing the Reds winning the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup and Carabao Cup. But this season has been something of a disappointment, with Jurgen Klopp 's squad appearing to be in desperate need of a refresh.
The Reds signed just three players in the summer transfer window, with only Darwin Nunez being a regular starter. As a result, there remain a number of weaknesses in their squad, particularly in midfield, with the options Klopp has at his disposal aging.
So far, the German has not revealed his plans for the January window, though it was thought unlikely that the Reds will spend big. There is still a large chance that FSG will remain in charge come the opening of the winter window.
After the news broke of their decision to put the Reds up for sale, they quickly insisted that they remain "fully committed" to keeping Liverpool on the path to success. That would appear to open the door to them remaining in place in the Anfield boardroom.
“There have been a number of recent changes of ownership and rumours of changes in ownership at EPL clubs. Inevitably we are asked regularly about Fenway Sports Group’s ownership in Liverpool," an FSG statement said.
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"FSG has frequently received expressions of interest from third parties seeking to become shareholders in Liverpool. FSG has said before that under the right terms and conditions we would consider new shareholders if it was in the best interests of Liverpool as a club. FSG remains fully committed to the success of Liverpool, both on and off the pitch.”
If they do remain at Liverpool, it is unlikely, however, fans will see any big spending in January. They would instead maintain their plans to save money in preparation for a mega-deal for Jude Bellingham next summer.
But if FSG do sell up, in what will be one of the biggest football club sales in history, things could change drastically. Any new owners will likely have substantial financial muscle, giving Klopp the ability to flex it in the winter window.
If that scenario does play out, a move for Bellingham or any of the other targets Klopp has on his shopping list could happen. Despite a disappointing first-half of the season, such a cash injection could help the Reds to turn their campaign around after the World Cup.
Reds fans may well look to Chelsea or Newcastle for examples of how mega-money owners spend in their first transfer windows. Both clubs spent big at the first opportunity after their respective takeovers.
The same thing may well happen at Anfield if FSG sell up, which would certainly excite Reds fans. While FSG have been relatively good owners, they have been restricted financially, something that will likely not impede any group that takes over from the Americans.
