Liverpool’s season was supposed to be a celebration — the defence of a Premier League title, the unveiling of a £450 million super-squad, and the beginning of a new era under Arne Slot. Instead, the champions find themselves fighting chaos, inconsistency and growing panic. And now, in an extraordinary twist, Liverpool are reportedly circling back to the transfer market — this time targeting Real Madrid star Eduardo Camavinga.
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It’s the kind of rumoured pursuit that raises eyebrows: how does a club spend nearly half a billion pounds in one summer, yet still feel incomplete by December?
From Champions to Crisis Mode
Six months ago, Liverpool were flying. Slot’s high-pressing, attack-heavy philosophy clicked quicker than anyone expected. A run of victories delivered the club’s first Premier League crown since 2020, and belief surged through Anfield again.
But the glow of success didn’t last.
Despite investing over £450m, including breaking the British transfer record twice for Florian Wirtz (£116m) and Alexander Isak (£125m), Liverpool’s form collapsed violently.
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What began with a routine Community Shield defeat quickly spiralled into something much darker:
- 9 defeats in 12 matches
- Defensive chaos
- Confidence evaporating
- Fans questioning whether Slot is already losing the dressing room
A 2–0 win over West Ham offered temporary relief, but it did little to silence the murmurs. Liverpool suddenly look like a team without balance, without rhythm, and — most worryingly — without identity.
So now the club may be ready to do the unthinkable: spend big again.
Camavinga: The New Answer to Liverpool’s Midfield Crisis?
According to sources speaking to CaughtOffside, Liverpool are considering a bold move for Eduardo Camavinga, valued at around €60m. Slot reportedly views the French midfielder as a key signing — a player with the dynamism, technique, and versatility his struggling squad currently lacks.
It’s easy to see the appeal.
Camavinga’s mix of ball-winning energy, press resistance, and elite tactical intelligence aligns perfectly with Slot’s midfield demands. He offers what Liverpool has been missing all season: control, aggression, and transitional security.
But there’s an obvious problem.
Real Madrid doesn’t want to sell.
The 23-year-old is tied down until 2029 and remains a central figure in the club’s long-term plans. His injury issues have slowed his rise, but Xabi Alonso has repeatedly spoken of Camavinga’s importance, praising his intelligence and physical gifts.
Yet behind closed doors, there are whispers that Madrid’s hierarchy has at least discussed his long-term status — not because they want to offload him, but because major future signings may require funds. If a huge offer comes, Madrid may be tempted.
And if they are, the queue of suitors will be long.
Alongside Liverpool, clubs such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, PSG, and Bayern Munich have reportedly expressed interest.
This chase would be a heavyweight battle.
Should Liverpool Even Be Spending Again?
This is the real debate.
How can a club invest £450m and still look short in midfield, defence, and up front? Slot’s Liverpool have been exposed repeatedly in transitions, their press looks fractured, and their back line lacks consistency.
The idea of signing Camavinga suggests two things:
- Slot doesn’t fully trust the midfield profile he currently has.
- The club already fears this season could spiral beyond repair.
A €60 million midfielder won’t solve every issue, but Camavinga would give Liverpool structure where there is currently chaos.
A Crucial December Will Define Liverpool’s Direction
Liverpool’s next fixtures could make or break their season:
- Sunderland (H) – the surprise package of the league
- Brighton (A) – always a tactical problem
- Tottenham (H) – high-intensity, unpredictable, dangerous
These games offer no breathing room. Dropping more points could shift Liverpool from “struggling champions” to “full-blown crisis.”
Success would revive belief. Failure might accelerate drastic decisions — including whether to push hard for Camavinga in January.
Final Verdict: Bold Rescue Plan or Desperate Roll of the Dice?
Liverpool targeting Eduardo Camavinga is both ambitious and desperate — a move that acknowledges the squad’s imbalances while exposing how badly the season has unravelled.
If the Reds somehow pull it off, Slot would finally gain the midfield general he’s missing.
If they fail, the pressure will intensify, and Liverpool may spend the rest of the season clinging to fading hopes.
One thing is certain:
A club that spent £450m shouldn’t already be in panic mode — yet here Liverpool are.
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