Michael Edwards working on new Liverpool midfield signing - sources
Liverpool chief executive Michael Edwards is spearheading the club's search for a new number six, sources have told Football Insider.
Speaking on the latest edition of Football Insider's Inside Track podcast, senior correspondent Pete O'Rourke revealed that the club have started planning for the January transfer window and are already aware of where they want to strengthen.
Working alongside sporting director Richard Hughes, the club's recruitment department have already begun assessing their options after missing out on Martin Zubimendi.
However, they will not be drawn into signing players for the sake of it, and will ensure any new arrivals are the right fit for the club.
Ryan Gravenberch has impressed in a new role since the arrival of Arne Slot, but there is a feeling that the squad needs a specialist backup in his position.
Liverpool plotting new midfielder deal after failed move to sign Martin Zubimendi
Edwards has previously been credited for his role in the signings of the likes of Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk who have played key roles in Liverpool's recent success.
His preference for a data-driven system has paid dividends for the club in the past, and his return has sparked a new direction behind the scenes.
A lack of action in the summer transfer window left fans frustrated, but the club have maintained they will not do business unless they feel
Zubimendi was the Reds' first-choice deep-lying midfielder for Slot's system, but his decision to remain at Real Sociedad has forced them to explore other options.
Football Insider revealed in August that conversations had taken place over a possible deal for France international and free agent Adrien Rabiot.
However, no deal materialised as Edwards and his recruitment team moved on to alternative options.
With preparation for the January transfer window underway already, Edwards is providing the driving force behind the club's search for a new number six, with Slot still keen to strengthen his options.
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