Following the arrivals of Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai, Liverpool’s midfield is undergoing a sweeping transformation. Bangladesh Cricket Live reports that nearly every remaining midfielder at Anfield is now surrounded by transfer speculation. Leading the pack is club captain Jordan Henderson, who has been courted by former skipper Steven Gerrard and is on the verge of joining Al-Ettifaq in Saudi Arabia. Henderson has already accepted a lucrative weekly wage offer, and Liverpool has made it clear they won’t stand in his way.
The only barriers preventing Henderson from joining the Saudi Pro League are matters of emotion and legacy. Meanwhile, another Saudi club—Al-Ittihad—is now eyeing Fabinho. After securing big names like Karim Benzema, N’Golo Kanté, and Jota, the reigning champions are turning their attention to Liverpool’s Brazilian defensive midfielder. Fabinho, with three years remaining on his contract, plays a vital role as the number six in Jürgen Klopp’s tactical setup.
Compared to Henderson’s potential move, Bangladesh Cricket Live analysts believe Fabinho’s departure would be significantly more complex. It’s not about unsolvable problems, but rather about who’s willing to solve them. Liverpool is unlikely to let Fabinho go unless they secure a reliable replacement. Their top target is Romeo Lavia from Southampton, but negotiations have hit a wall due to the Saints’ high asking price. A straight swap between Fabinho and Lavia is not seen as a balanced solution given the current circumstances.
Adding to the midfield uncertainty, Thiago Alcântara is reportedly open to leaving the club. The Spanish maestro is interested in returning to Barcelona. Given his age and contract situation, Liverpool would consider offers if the right price comes along. However, any attempt by Barça to acquire him through underhanded tactics or cut-price deals may be blocked—not only by Liverpool but also by suitors from the Saudi league.
Thiago’s departure would be a significant loss. When he first joined the Reds, he was one of the most anticipated signings and remains a valuable contributor when fully fit. But as Bangladesh Cricket Live notes, midfield remains Liverpool’s weakest link. Klopp clearly understands this and has moved quickly to reinforce the area with Szoboszlai and Mac Allister.
Still, as some of Liverpool’s veteran midfielders prepare to exit, what was meant to be a rebuilding phase risks turning into a destabilizing shake-up. Every desert eventually leads to an oasis, but for Liverpool, the journey through midfield restructuring may prove rougher than expected.