Goalkeeper: Alisson<\/strong><\/p>\n Although an overhaul was needed in other parts of the squad, not much was expected to change between the sticks. There were murmurings early in the window that back-up goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher may look to depart in search of game time, but the Republic of Ireland international stayed put at Anfield instead.<\/p>\n As has Alisson Becker – Liverpool’s 30-year-old Brazilian who has been virtually irreplaceable since signing from AS Roma in 2018. The sturdy stopper is now into his sixth season as Klopp’s first choice and he looks set to continue in that role for the foreseeable future.<\/p>\n Don’t miss… <\/strong> Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag confirms three newbies available for Arsenal clash<\/strong><\/p>\n Defence: Alexander-Arnold, Van Dijk, Colwill<\/span>, Robertson<\/strong><\/p>\n Trent Alexander-Arnold, Virgil van Dijk and Andrew Robertson have been nailed-on members of Klopp’s back-four for what seems like an eternity. Ibrahima Konate has grown into a commanding presence alongside Van Dijk, but fresh competition was almost introduced at centre-back earlier in the summer.<\/p>\n Levi Colwill will have been well aware of Liverpool’s well-reported transfer interest. But with Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino promising a starting spot, the youngster called it an ‘easy decision’ to stay at Stamford Bridge and close the door on a possible move to Anfield.<\/p>\n We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info<\/p>\n Read more… <\/strong> Midfield: Caicedo<\/span>, Lavia<\/span>, Amrabat<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Liverpool have signed three midfielders in Dominik Szoboszlai, Alexis Mac Allister and Wataru Endo, but they could have ended up with a completely different trio.<\/p>\n Undoubtedly the area of the pitch that saw the Reds suffer the most frustration, Sofyan Amrabat was the first to make his intentions clear, with reports suggesting that the Moroccan snubbed a Liverpool transfer approach to sign for Manchester United instead.<\/p>\n Then came the two-punch combination of Moises Caicedo and Romeo Lavia, with both players rejecting the Reds in favour of moves to Chelsea, totalling a combined \u00a3173million.<\/p>\n![](\"https:\/\/cdn.images.express.co.uk\/img\/dynamic\/67\/590x\/secondary\/4938590.jpg?r=1693576684970\")
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