Liverpool news: Arne Slot transfer plans for injury crisis as star is 'waiting to sign'The January transfer window is on the verge of slamming shut and Liverpool are facing pressure to strengthen their defensive options for under pressure Arne SlotView 3 Images Arne Slot's Liverpool have had a quiet January transfer window so far (Image: Offside via Getty Images)The transfer window is poised to close imminently and Liverpool are under mounting pressure to bolster their defensive ranks. Arne Slot also finds himself under scrutiny amid rumours suggesting legendary midfielder Xabi Alonso could replace him in the Anfield hot seat. ‌View 3 Images Liverpool are said to be interested in Dayot Upamecano - who is out of contract in the summer. But my opinion is he's waiting for Liverpool, for Real Madrid. ‌Reds 'monitor promising midfielder'View 3 Images Arne Slot has a defensive injury crisis at Liverpool (Image: Getty Images)Italian publication Tuttomercato claims Liverpool are monitoring gifted Norwegian talent Jens Hjerto-Dahl.