For Jürgen Klopp’s side, it is the ideal opportunity to make a huge statement in this season’s title race, especially with Manchester City not back in action until after Christmas. If Liverpool can record a victory later today, it could be set up to strengthen further in the January transfer window.

The Reds may well need further additions to sustain a title challenge, although the latest reports suggest they could be about to miss out on one potential target, while another could be back on the table. Here is the Liverpool.com verdict on the transfer gossip to emerge around the Reds today.

André Trindade (Fluminense)

André Trindade looks to be closing in on a move to Fulham, with any possibility of a Liverpool transfer seemingly over. According to Football Insider, the Reds’ Premier League rivals have now stolen a march and are now the firm favorites to sign the Brazilian midfielder when the January transfer window opens.

The report claims Fulham has reached an agreement in principle with Fluminense, and it is now up to André to give the green light for a move.

Liverpool.com says: It was always unlikely that Liverpool would make a move for a midfielder next month. Still, it would have been interesting to see how André would have adapted to life at Anfield. If the move to Fulham happens, he will certainly be a play to keep an eye on in the future.