ESPN FC The Football Reporters: Has a dry January set up a big summer window?
Feb 3, 2026
Beth Lindop, Merseyside reporter on Liverpool and Everton, breaks down Liverpool’s defensive needs and summer planning. Rob Dawson, Manchester correspondent, maps City and United’s likely summer business and midfield targets. James Olley, London-based Arsenal specialist, discusses Arsenal’s title credentials and transfer noise. They debate January calmness and whether it prefaces a blockbuster summer window.
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Salah's Future Hinges On Summer Shifts
- Mohamed Salah could leave Liverpool in the summer depending on manager and squad changes.
- His mixed recent form still yields goals, keeping potential suitors and Reds' plans uncertain.
Why Arsenal Stayed Calm In January
- Arsenal likely had enough depth to sustain their title push without January additions.
- Signing in panic could have disrupted squad balance and risked morale.
Why Cole Palmer Transfers Are Unlikely
- Cole Palmer remains linked with United largely due to personal ties to Manchester, not Chelsea's willingness to sell.
- His long Chelsea contract makes an immediate move unlikely and costly.