Story byLiverpool could have £20m opportunity for midfielder in JanuaryAnfield IndexMon, December 29, 2025 at 2:50 PM UTC·4 min readRuben Neves transfer stance clarified as Liverpool monitor January opportunityLiverpool’s January transfer thinking has been sharpened by fresh clarity around Ruben Neves, following a detailed update from Fabrizio Romano that has subtly reframed the midfielder’s short-term future. While no deal is close and no negotiations are active, the lack of movement elsewhere has left the door ajar for clubs willing to move quickly and decisively, Liverpool included. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementNeves remains contracted to Al-Hilal, but his long-term future in Saudi Arabia is not viewed as settled. A return to European football, particularly the Premier League, is understood to appeal to the player, and that context matters as Liverpool assess whether experience and control are required in midfield during the second half of the season. WOLVERHAMPTON, ENGLAND – Saturday, February 4, 2023: Wolverhampton Wanderers’ captain Rúben Neves celebrates after scoring the third goal during the FA Premier League match between Wolverhampton Wanderers FC and Liverpool FC at Molineux Stadium.
