The Reds were rocked by the departure of Fabinho to Saudi Arabia in the summer. It made the need for a regeneration of the Liverpool midfield even more important, with the Brazilian having played a vital role at the base of a three-pronged midfield during the most successful period of Klopp’s reign.
Questions have been raised over whether the 30-year-old Endo is the long-term solution in the position. Meanwhile, Gravenberch had his best games for former clubs Ajax and Bayern Munich slightly higher up the pitch.
Liverpool could therefore still target another defensive midfielder, even if that player is not Andre. Klopp will want to continue the positive momentum that has been gained as a result of a successful summer window. That could involve more transfers in January.
