Liverpool have decided that they will not entertain any offers to loan out Jarell Quansah in the January transfer window.
A report from Fichajes has claimed that clubs want to sign Jarell Quansah on loan in 2024. But Liverpool have now decided not to send the player out on a temporary move. The Reds are already lacking in depth in the defensive department and letting Quansah leave could prove to be a poor decision.
The Merseyside club needed to bring in defensive reinforcements during the summer transfer window. But they chose to concentrate on bolstering their midfield unit instead. Ibrahima Konate and Virgil van Dijk are the only reliable defenders at the club right now, and the Reds are in desperate need of central defenders.
Meanwhile, Jarell Quansah has managed to force his way into the first-team setup this season, and he could prove to be a useful squad option for Jurgen Klopp for the remainder of the season. Ample first-team action will help the player continue his development as well. Playing alongside the likes of Van Dijk and Konate will accelerate his development.
There is no doubt that the 20-year-old would benefit from regular football but Liverpool cannot afford to weaken their squad right now. They will be desperate to get back into the UEFA Champions League and compete for trophies this season.
Perhaps a loan move would be ideal next summer when Liverpool will have plenty of time to bring in reinforcements. The Reds need to bring in a versatile central defender who can operate as a full-back as well.
They have been linked with players like Piero Hincapie in recent months. Meanwhile, Quansah will be hoping to fulfil his potential and establish himself as a regular starter for Liverpool in the coming seasons.
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The likes of Joel Matip are expected to leave the club soon. He is in his twilight years and the experienced defender has clearly regressed over the past year. If Quansah continues to impress when he gets a chance, there is no reason why he cannot overtake Matip in the pecking order in the coming months.
