Liverpool stand little chance of signing Kalidou Koulibaly or Dayot Upamecano in the January transfer window and should steer clear of centre-half additions altogether, says John Barnes.
The Reds have been exploring their options when it comes to bolstering numbers at the back.
With Virgil van Dijk, Joe Gomez and Joel Matip all spending time on the treatment table, Jurgen Klopp has found himself down to the bare bones.
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Fabinho, Rhys Williams, Nat Phillips and Jordan Henderson have all filled in at times, but a more proven performer was expected to be sought at the next opportunity.