Liverpool look set to let another winter transfer window pass with no major permanent incomings, although discussions are ongoing for a loan move for Lutsharel Geertruida.

That move comes after Jeremie Frimpong was the latest to be struck down by the defensive injury curse, picking up a suspected groin complaint just four minutes into the 6-0 hammering of Qarabag at Anfield on Wednesday night (Jan 28).

But Arne Slot has so far stuck to his guns, reaffirming Liverpool's long-term approach under owners FSG. Speaking to the press after the game, Slot said: "We as a club always make smart decisions. We not only look at the short-term but the long-term. That's why we sign young players, who can develop.

"It always depends on if there are players that are available that we think can help us. If they are, can we afford them? And is this to be helpful for the longer-term future, because our players come back from injury as well.

"We have to...