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However, it seems fairly certain that Yoro is heading for Real Madrid instead.

And after reports surfaced on Tuesday, it now seems likely that the 18-year-old is not the only transfer target Liverpool will miss out on.

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Losing out to Madrid for Yoro would not be too much of a problem for Liverpool.

Failing to sign the Frenchman would not alter their transfer plans as it seems he’s seen more as a kind of bonus player.

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Nevertheless, Liverpool do need a centre-back this summer.

Adrian looks set to leave, meaning Liverpool will need a new third choice ‘keeper.

And with Caoimhin Kelleher’s future in huge doubt as well, it feels likely that Slot will need a number two to boot.

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According to reports in May, Liverpool were considering a move for Southampton goalie Alex McCarthy.

But unfortunately for Liverpool, McCarthy is reportedly ‘on the verge’ of signing a new deal to stay at Southampton.

The new head coach is now claimed to have been ‘forced to look at other options’ as McCarthy is off the table.

With Adrian set to go, we’d perhaps argue that Kelleher is now more likely to stay at Liverpool.

There were reports over the weekend that Liverpool have doubled their asking price for Kelleher.

That seems steep.

Regardless of whether the Irishman does leave or not though, Liverpool need a number three.