Liverpool's Slot Plans Major Squad Overhaul with Four Stars Facing Exit
Liverpool manager Arne Slot is preparing a significant summer clear-out, with as many as four high-profile players potentially being sold to fund a squad revolution, according to reports from Spanish outlet Fichajes. The Dutch coach is said to be targeting the sales of Cody Gakpo, Joe Gomez, Alexis Mac Allister, and Federico Chiesa to raise substantial transfer funds and reshape his underperforming squad.
This planned overhaul comes amid a disappointing Premier League title defence that sees Liverpool battling merely for Champions League qualification. Following a record spend in 2025, the club's struggles have convinced Slot that dramatic changes are necessary to restore the team to a position where it can challenge Manchester City and Arsenal. The potential exits would follow the already-announced departure of club legend Mohamed Salah at the season's end.
According to the report, the combined Estimated Transfer Value of the quartet exceeds €225 million, which would provide Slot with considerable financial firepower. The most straightforward deal appears to be that of Federico Chiesa. The Italian winger, valued at around €20 million, is reportedly keen on a return to his homeland, with Juventus and Inter Milan showing interest. Chiesa has struggled for consistent minutes under Slot since his arrival.
The potential sale of Alexis Mac Allister is viewed as the most surprising, given his integral role in Liverpool's midfield. However, with an ETV of €116 million, he represents a major asset. The report notes interest from Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain, though both clubs are believed to be prioritizing other targets. Moving the Argentine would signal a dramatic shift in the team's core.
Cody Gakpo's future is also in doubt, though finding a buyer at his €74 million valuation may prove difficult. The Dutch forward has produced inconsistent form, scoring only eight goals in 42 appearances across all competitions this season. A move to the Bundesliga has been speculated, but few German clubs could likely meet Liverpool's asking price for the 26-year-old.
Defender Joe Gomez, whose contract runs until 2027, is another candidate to leave. Now 28, his Anfield career has been hampered by serious injuries, and this summer may represent the club's last opportunity to secure a meaningful fee for him. Furthermore, the futures of Andy Robertson and Ibrahima Konate are clouded, with both defenders out of contract at the end of June and yet to agree on new terms.
The scale of the proposed changes underscores the scale of the rebuild Slot believes is required. After a season of underachievement, the manager is seemingly willing to make tough decisions on established players to create a new-look squad capable of competing at the highest level. The success of this strategy will depend on Liverpool's ability to secure the reported high fees and reinvest them effectively in the transfer market.
