Liverpool's dream January transfer window as Ronald Araujo trick repeated and £58m signing made

Liverpool Echo speculates on potential January signings: Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara (£58m) and Chelsea full-back Malo Gusto to address midfield and defensive gaps.

Liverpool sit fourth in the Premier League, nine points behind leaders Arsenal, and some supporters believe January reinforcements are needed to mount a title challenge under Andoni Iraola.

The Echo identifies two potential targets. Monaco's Lamine Camara, 22, ranks among Europe's top midfielders for ball recoveries and tackling. Chelsea were close to signing him for £47m in summer; £58m could now secure him. He would provide the defensive midfield presence lacking when Mac Allister and Szoboszlai pair together, and could unlock Szoboszlai higher up the pitch.

At full-back, Malo Gusto of Bayer Leverkusen is suggested as a solution. The Frenchman has played under 500 minutes this season under Xabi Alonso and is reportedly seeking an exit. Valued at £67m, he could address concerns over Milos Kerkez's form at left-back and potential departure of Jeremie Frimpong at right-back, offering versatility across both positions.