Liverpool were expected to have completed a transfer agreement to sign Andre Trindade by now but there is still nothing to suggest he will make a move to Anfield.
Liverpool went from being in the ‘best’ position to sign the Brazilian, to being behind Fulham in the race for his signature in January, and then went completely cold.
Alexis McAllister has completed that task excellently, but not only is he not allowed to play in the right position, but the entire Liverpool team is suffering as well. When the Red Devils face counter-attacks, McAllister is the most vulnerable. Wataru Endo’s excellent form means that when he returns from the Asian Cup, he will be able to use McAllister in a more natural No. 8 role. It seems unlikely that Liverpool will sign a defensive midfielder this summer, or anyone else for that matter.
Of course, many fans are disappointed, but Jurgen Klopp, his coaching staff and recruitment team know better. The Red Devils have been excellent this season without the necessary reinforcements and hopefully they can continue at this level without signing someone like Andre.
The summer transfer window is likely to see a new No6 arrive at the club despite Endo’s form. The Japanese midfielder is 30 years old and clearly does not represent the future of the Red Devils’ midfield.
However, he is more than capable of putting Liverpool ahead this season.