Everyone’s finally caught up to Liverpool’s biggest problem: Except Liverpool

Liverpool is reportedly struggling with a major midfield imbalance following a summer of heavy spending. Despite signing Bradley Barcola, Victor Munoz, and Ronald Araujo on loan, sporting director Richard Hughes did not secure a defensive midfielder. Manager Andoni Iraola is currently attempting to find the right balance within the squad.

All of Liverpool's primary midfield options, including Ryan Gravenberch, Dominik Szoboszlai, and Alexis Mac Allister, are naturally attack-minded players. The departure of Curtis Jones has further reduced the team's central control. There is growing pressure for the club to sign a defensive midfielder in 2027, with Lamine Camara mentioned as a potential target.