Liverpool have established a clear strategy for defensive recruitment in the upcoming summer transfer window, following the departures of Andy Robertson and Ibrahima Konate.
The two first-team defenders are leaving Anfield upon the expiration of their contracts this month, after a season where injuries severely depleted the Reds' backline.
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These exits are partially offset by the scheduled arrival of Jeremy Jacquet from Rennes and the return of Kostas Tsimikas from a loan spell at AS Roma.
Right-Back a Priority
Journalist James Pearce addressed the club's marketplace priorities in a Liverpool Transfer DealSheet for The Athletic.
Pearce noted that right-back is a position "that needs addressing" due to the serious knee injury suffered by Conor Bradley and the concerning fitness record of Jeremie Frimpong.
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However, the Merseyside club is not expected to secure a new left-back this summer despite Robertson's exit.
Tsimikas is "set to provide cover" for first-choice Milos Kerkez.
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Regarding central defense, club sources currently emphasize that they have larger priorities to resolve elsewhere in the squad.
