Reports from Gregg Evans suggest that Liverpool FC are not planning to sign a right-back this summer — a decision that will raise more than a few eyebrows.
Because on the surface, it doesn’t just feel surprising… it feels risky.
A problem already exposed
Liverpool’s issues at right-back this season have been clear.
The absence of Trent Alexander-Arnold has highlighted just how dependent the team was on his unique skillset — not just defensively, but creatively.
Since then:
- Conor Bradley has struggled with injuries
- Jeremie Frimpong is not a natural right-back
- Joe Gomez has battled fitness issues
At times, Liverpool have even had to play midfielders out of position just to fill the role.
So why not strengthen?
That’s what makes this report so puzzling.
If anything, right-back looks like one of the most obvious areas needing reinforcement:
- Lack of depth
- Lack of reliability
- No like-for-like replacement for Trent
Ignoring that could leave Liverpool exposed again next season.
A huge tactical role
At Liverpool, right-back isn’t just another position.
It’s central to how the team plays:
- Build-up starts there
- Width often comes from there
- Creativity flows through that channel
Without a natural, high-level option, the entire system can suffer.
A gamble that could backfire
Choosing not to sign a right-back would mean trusting:
- Bradley’s fitness
- Frimpong adapting to a deeper role
- Gomez staying available
That’s a lot of uncertainty in one position.
And if injuries hit again, Liverpool could find themselves in the exact same situation — or worse.
Final thought
If the reports are accurate, this would be a bold call.
But bold doesn’t always mean smart.
Because based on everything we’ve seen this season, passing on a right-back signing doesn’t just look questionable — it looks like a gamble Liverpool can’t afford to lose.
Jamie (The Kopite View)
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