An African Talent Could Be the Next Piece in Liverpool’s Puzzle
8 January 2026
Liverpool eye Senegalese defender Ndiaye as part of a youth-driven rebuild
Liverpool are planning to bolster their squad with a wave of young talents from across the world, aiming to build a new-look side for the future. The club wants a core that can grow with Klopp’s project and the renewed emphasis on nurturing talent is clear evidence of that strategy.
At the top of the list is Mor Ndiaye, a young Senegalese defender plying his trade in the Senegalese league, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.
Romano stated on X that Liverpool have a verbal agreement to sign Ndiaye. He noted that the defender featured in the recent Under-17 World Cup in Qatar, and Liverpool decided to finalize the deal. The signing comes after Liverpool’s previous move for Ivan Ndkoi from Austria Vienna last week.
Liverpool won the Premier League title last season but have struggled this campaign, currently sitting fourth with 34 points in the table.
They are set to face a tough test tonight against league leaders Arsenal (48 points) in the 21st round of the Premier League.
Punchline 1: If Ndiaye settles in, Liverpool’s backline might finally stop inviting attackers to tea. Punchline 2: With a future-facing squad, the trophies might need a warning label: handle with care, contains potential legends.