In the realm of Liverpool’s transfer affairs, the latest reports indicate that the Reds have initiated talks regarding a potential acquisition of a teammate of André Trindade. Simultaneously, there’s speculation of an unexpected swap deal making headlines in Spain.

Despite the ongoing international break, the transfer mill continues to churn out rumors. With six weeks remaining until the commencement of the winter transfer window, discussions are intensifying even as club-level competitions take a brief hiatus for international fixtures.

Jürgen Klopp’s Liverpool has typically refrained from major dealings in the January window, although this trend saw some alteration in the last two winter windows. Following Luis Díaz’s signing in 2022, Cody Gakpo joined a year later.

The question of whether Klopp will delve into the market for a third consecutive year remains unanswered. Unlike the previous season, Liverpool currently faces no urgent issues that demand resolution. Moreover, injury concerns have been relatively well-managed in the initial three months of this season compared to the same period last year, reducing the immediate necessity for reinforcements.

However, the absence of pressing needs doesn’t rule out Liverpool’s potential activity if a favorable opportunity arises, similar to the case with Gakpo. Liverpool supporters eagerly await Klopp’s potential addition of another midfielder, keeping a close watch on the transfer gossip surrounding the club. Today’s speculation includes a mention of Raphinha from Barcelona.

Liverpool appears to be preparing for a future without Mohamed Salah, considering the 31-year-old’s significant interest from the Saudi Pro League. A potential move away next summer is plausible for the Egyptian star. In this scenario, Liverpool could turn to Barcelona’s Raphinha as a replacement for Salah. Spanish outlet Fichajes suggests that Liverpool has expressed interest in the Brazilian since the summer of 2022 and might make an attempt to secure his services from financially strained Barcelona next summer.

Adding an intriguing twist to the potential deal, the report proposes the inclusion of Luis Díaz as part of the transfer, potentially serving as a makeweight to bring Raphinha to Anfield. Díaz has recently been linked to Barcelona, with his father expressing that it is his ‘dream’ to play for the Catalan club (via Sport Witness).