Fabrizio Romano confirms Liverpool transfer decision

Fabrizio Romano confirms Liverpool transfer decision Andoni Iraola still has a lot of problem areas among his Liverpool ranks. In fact, some people are even suggesting that, thanks to the sheer number of injuries that the Anfield outfit have suffered that he actually left a better team in Bournemouth than the one he currently has at his disposal in L4. Of course, some rumours have started to emerge about the Reds' next bit of transfer business but, until a deal gets over the line, they're still going to be in the same position. So, now that there's less than a month left of the summer transfer window, it feels like changes need to start being made. Otherwise, Liverpool could actually end up in a worse position than they were last term. Of course, Ronald Araujo's move is expected to be confirmed over the next couple of days and, while it is certainly a step in the right direction, fans won't be fully satisfied until another one or two players are brought in. Fabrizio Romano confirms whether Liverpool will sign another defender after Ronald Araujo As mentioned, Liverpool are on the verge of confirming a deal for Araujo . The Uruguayan centre-back is set to join the Reds on a season-long loan with a €55 million option to buy. The defender covers two of the main areas that Liverpool needed back up in (centre-back and right-back) which is what makes him the perfect signing. Indeed, Liverpool will be spending around £180,000-per-week to have him among their ranks but, just a couple of years ago, he was seen as one of the world's best centre-backs and, obviously that sort of talent doesn't just disappear overnight. However, thanks to his injury history and the lack of games he played last term, fans have questioned whether Liverpool will go into the market again and add another defender to their ranks. Although the answer to that question hadn't emerged yet, a fresh update from Fabrizio Romano has just shared what the Reds' plans are. “For those who were asking me, Ronald Araujo is a centre-back, will they sign also a right-back,” he said . “My understanding is that Liverpool, at least as of today, then let’s see in the next weeks, I never close doors to things in general, because knowing the market, things can always change. “But as of today, Liverpool see Ronald Araujo as a centre-back, of course, but eventually also as a right-back when needed. “Obviously defensive, but also right-back. And so I don’t expect Liverpool to add anything else in that position, at least as of now.” Bet £10, Get £30 in Free Bets Open an account and place a qualifying bet of £10 at min odds of 1/5 (1.2) or greater. 18+New UK/ROI customers. Min £5 deposit. Bet Credits available on settlement of qualifying bets, capped at £10 stake. Min odds 1/5 (1.20). Bet Credits expire in 7 days. Excl. Cashed Out/Free Bets/Boosted odds. T&Cs apply. GambleAware.org £30 FREE CLAIM NOW Liverpool are still risking a lot by only signing Ronald Araujo in defence Obviously, just getting a deal for Araujo over the line is a massive bonus . The 27-year-old has plenty of Champions League experience and, even though Jeremy Jacquet and Giovanni Leoni will have wanted a chance to start alongside Virgil van Dijk , Araujo seems like the best option. One of the main things that a world-class team needs nowadays is a solid defence. And, while the Uruguayan has been described as the Darwin Nunez of defenders, he's still an extremely solid player. But, as mentioned, his injury history is certainly a cause for concern and, since Joe Gomez is the only other versatile defender among Liverpool's ranks, there's a risk that Liverpool could still be left without adequate back-ups. Obviously, there's no knowing what the future has in store but for now, signing Araujo is certainly a step in the right direction.