The key to Arne Slott's early success as Liverpool manager has been his ability to improve the players already at the club.
The Dutchman was not handed a war chest during his initiation tRANSFER window on Merseyside but has yet to make immediate improvements, with the likes of Ryan Gravenberch, Ibrahima Konate, Curtis Jones and Luis Diaz all clearly developing on his watch.
However, not everyone has enjoyed their time under Slot. Liverpool's stalwart left-back Andy Robertson has not only failed to improve since Jurgen Klopp's departure, but has fallen rapidly. The Scot, who is just 30 years old, has struggled to fit in this season, making individual mistakes at an alarming rate and generally delivering below-par performances.
With Kostas Tsimikas not uprooting trees as his deputy, there is a chance Liverpool explore the left-back market in future windows. Here are four they can target.
Who wouldn't want to add Alphonso Davies to their list of defensive options? The Canada international has long been one of European football's most impressive left-backs, using his incredible speed to provide excellent support in defense and attack.
The list of suitors for the Bayern Munich player is long. Barcelona and in particular Real Madrid have been announced as possible destinations for the 24-year-old, whose contract expires next summer. Davies looks increasingly unlikely to renew with the Bavarians, meaning he will have his choice of Europe's elite at the end of the current season.
It would be remiss if Liverpool did not rate Davies as a genuine candidate to strengthen their left-back wing, but any pursuit could prove irrelevant as Real Madrid are said to close a deal. It wouldn't be the first time the Spanish giants beat the Reds in the transfer market.
Unlike the situation with Davies, Liverpool have been around for a long time one of the main names linked with Fulham's Antonee Robinson. The United States international, who was born in Milton Keynes and came through Everton's academy, has won admirers across the division with his impressive attacking displays for the Cottagers.
In fact, Robinson saved one of his best performances of the current season for Anfield. The left back was man of the match during the ten man Liverpool's last draw 2-2 with Fulham – a game in which Robertson was sent off – and he provided two assists while also keeping Mohamed Salah relatively quiet.
Robinson has been a regular provider for Fulham this season with his lung bursts on the wing and accurate deliveries into the penalty area. He's no slouch defensively either, with his tenacity key in disarming the league's best wingers.
Rayan Ait-Nouri is another attack-minded left-back who has made waves over the past few seasons. The defender of Wolverhampton Wanderers has been linked with the top dogs of the Premier League following consistent high caliber performances in a struggling wing.
The 23-year-old, who has occasionally operated as a winger, scored three goals and provided two assists in all competitions last season – a figure he has already improved on in 2024/25. The Old Gold defender is among the best in the division at his position for goals, assists, shots and successful dribbles.
Even the Algerian has time on his side. At just 23 years old – compared to Robinson who is 27 – he has plenty of room to improve in the years to come, ironing out any kinks and continuing to hone his offensive strengths.
Speaking of full-backs with strong attacking instincts, Milos Kerkez is another of the division's young strikers. The Bournemouth left-back is just 21-years-old and has already racked up an impressive number of appearances for the Cherries since his move from AZ Alkmaar in 2023.
The Hungarian international has adapted quickly to the Premier League despite his tender age and is one of Europe's most exciting talents. Liverpool have previously been linked with Kerkezi and it seems inevitable that one of the country's best players will be gunning for the Bournemouth left-back over the next 18 months.
Kerkez caught the eye in Holland for his attacking displays and he has started to provide goals and assists to match his effort this season. Clean set pieces haven't always been possible in a gung-ho Bournemouth side, with the youngster not the most reliable defensive option. However, he too has time on his side.