January is not expected to be a mad transfer trolley-dash for Liverpool despite clear weaknesses or lack of depth in defence and holding midfield, but the club - as ever - are alert to opportunities and could make moves if the price is right.
The injury to Joel Matip, an ACL blow likely to end the former Cameroon international's season, has accelerated the desire among fans to sign a centre back.
But Jurgen Klopp dismissed this two weeks ago, saying Liverpool were 'unlikely' to do so.
That being said, Klopp has not completely slammed the door on potential incomings.