Liverpool has conceded 2 goals per game in their first three matches this season and urgently needs to speed up by signing English defender Guéhi.

In the second round of the Premier League, Liverpool clinched a 3-2 last-minute win away at Newcastle, a result that was very lucky. Despite a dream start with two straight victories, Liverpool conceded 2 goals in every game and barely won by outscoring their rivals. Furthermore, they drew 2-2 with Crystal Palace in the Community Shield but were defeated on penalties, losing the trophy.

This means Liverpool has let in 6 goals in their first three matches this season, averaging 2 goals conceded per game, making their defense the biggest weakness. Van Dijk has aged another year, Konaté is entering a contract year, and the French center-back might already have his sights set on Madrid. Liverpool has signed seven players this summer, spending a total of €339.68 million. They still aim to sign Newcastle forward Isak and Crystal Palace defender Guéhi.

From a personal perspective, Liverpool’s current recruitment priority should be Guéhi over Isak. A smaller club like Crystal Palace is unlikely to let Guéhi leave on a free transfer when his contract expires next summer, so signing him shouldn’t be too difficult. Strengthening the defense must be Liverpool’s top priority. Isak can perhaps wait until the winter transfer window; the Swedish striker has had a fallout with Newcastle and hasn’t played an official match in a long time. Even if he joins, he will need time to adjust, so it’s better to negotiate in winter. Up front, Ekité has scored in three consecutive games, netting 3 goals in 3 matches, proving to be reliable.