Before the opening of the transfer window this summer, Liverpool were expected to acquire a string of new attackers and centre-backs, and supporters were excited by the variety of targets.
However, when the lid opened, they only came close to acquiring a goalkeeper, which was low on their priority list, and failed to secure a defensive midfielder.
In the meantime, Belgian outlet Nieuwsblad Sport reported that Liverpool are interested in left-sided specialist, Club Brugge defender Maxim De Cuyper. His main position is left-back, but he can also play in midfield or as a winger.
Andy Robertson is now 30 and Kostas Tsimikas is not getting any younger at 28. Next generation candidates Luke Chambers and Owen Beck have not shown the potential to threaten the regulars and a long-term successor is needed.
The Belgian defender, whose strengths lie in his pace, dribble penetration and crossing accuracy, is only 23 years old and has played in the Europa League and Conference League. In total, he has scored five goals and provided 15 assists in 63 games for his club.
In addition to Spanish clubs Real Betis and Sevilla, Arsenal, Ajax and Marseille are also interested in the versatile side-back, and a battle could develop as the summer transfer window draws to a close.
Will the young Belgian defender start a new story at a new club?