The festive fixture list is now upon us with Liverpool currently a point behind league leaders Manchester City in the table.
Liverpool return to action this afternoon when they take on Tottenham Hotspur in the capital - but their recruitment team may be thinking off the field with targets in minds going into the January transfer window.
Jurgen Klopp had a relatively quiet summer, with Ibrahima Konate, a deal agreed before the end of May, the only major acquisition at Anfield.
Could there be more Liverpool moves on the way in the New Year sales? Here’s a round-up of some of the latest speculation from around the web on the tittle-tattle trail.
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Who?
Borussia Dortmund star Jude Bellingham.
Where?
Spanish publication El Nacional.
What?
According to the report, Klopp has told the club that he is desperate to sign the England international and has made him Liverpool's top transfer target ahead of the summer.
The report goes on to claim that Bellingham would cost £85m and the Reds are the most interested in the 18-year-old.
Having moved to Dortmund from Birmingham City in 2020, the midfielder is considered one of the most highly-rated players in world football.
The ECHO has previously reported that although Liverpool have been monitoring Bellingham's development, suggestions of a permanent move are premature.
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Who?
Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong.
Where?
Spanish publication Marca.
What?
Barcelona are now reportedly willing to consider offers for the midfielder - with Liverpool interested.
The Spanish publication claims that Barca are open to selling most of their players as they look to raise cash and have performed a U-turn on their previous transfer stance on De Jong.
It was another Spanish publication, SPORT, that recently started that Liverpool want the former Ajax man.
The Reds already have Fabinho, Thiago, Jordan Henderson, Naby Keita, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Curtis Jones, Harvey Elliott and James Milner as midfield options.
Who?
Liverpool forward Divock Origi.
Where?
The Daily Express.
What?
West Ham United are reportedly ready to meet the asking price for Divock Origi.
According to the report, the Hammers are prepared to pay what is required to secure the signature of the Liverpool forward.
Origi, who is now approaching the final stages of his contract, recently netted in the 1-0 win over Wolves.
