FSG are set to open negotiations to sign Liverpool’s Premier League “beast”.

Liverpool lost 18 times this season at the weekend. They were beaten at Old Trafford, which is never fun, but the resignation after beating Kobbie Mainoo in the second half was palpable.

Jurgen Klopp made a name for his Liverpool team back then. They were mental monsters, fueled by power and tempo and brutal intensity. That team is no longer here, and Arne Slot is struggling to even find remnants of the more controlled rhythm of yesteryear.

This is regression, not adaptation. Liverpool can’t be expected to win the Premier League every year, but they must at least challenge, especially after spending a record-breaking summer after lifting the title following such a good year.

At least Liverpool *should* be in the Champions League, but a loss to Chelsea at Anfield next weekend will put a spanner in the works there.

In any case, signing is necessary, not only in the attack but also in the background.

Liverpool are preparing for new talks with the Premier League defender

Liverpool have Jeremy Jacquet set to leave Anfield this summer. The Rennes center has already signed a £60m deal, but he remains in France until the end of the 2025/26 campaign.

Giovanni Leoni is also looking to make a comeback after injuring his ACL against Southampton. A cruel, cruel retreat, and a sad symbol of Liverpool’s woes this year.

However, the Reds could do even more, although Ibrahima Konate is now dependent on a contract extension.

According to reports in Spain, Liverpool are waiting for Bournemouth defender Marcos Senesi, who will leave Vitality on a free transfer this summer.

The Argentine international wants to stay in the Premier League, and while Bournemouth are clearly leading the race, Liverpool are preparing new contacts for one of the most underrated defenders in the division.

That said, they will have to beat Spurs in the race to secure his signature, who have reportedly given terms to the defender.

Why Marcos Senesi would be the perfect Liverpool player

Tottenham may be leading the race for the Senesi, but Liverpool have scored high goals against the Londoners in the past. Luis Diaz was linked with a move to N17 before Liverpool arrived, and before him, Sadio Mane.

According to Tottenham transfer chief David Webb, Tottenham came close to signing the Senegalese legend before he joined Liverpool from Southampton in a £34m deal. Now lightning can strike twice with Senesi who has made a name for himself on the south coast.

The 28-year-old is one of the most talented defenders in the Premier League, although he doesn’t get the recognition he deserves.

Bournemouth writer Ben Pawlowski has gone so far as to say that Senesi is a “beast” of a defender, thanks to his amazing technical grasp and strong defence.

He will make the grade at Liverpool right, not only stylish and efficient on the ball but also wrinkled and confident in the challenge, an average of 5.5 duels per game.

He’s not the youngest defender on the market, but Liverpool have an up-and-coming talent, and Senesi will provide leadership and experience alongside Virgil van Dijk and co.

And while this is not a footballer who offers a stylistic match to Mane, he can enjoy the same kind of transformative effect, mending a porous and imposing back line.

Given that Senesi is available on a free transfer at the end of the season, this is a very good opportunity to leave Liverpool, especially if you think he can weaken a Premier League rival.

The Anfield side could actually do with a winger cut from the same cloth as Mane to fix their problems in attack, but equally, the defenses are leaky and unsure of themselves, and Senesi could prove a smart signing to change the situation, swiping him from Spurs.