Liverpool Tried to Sign Malo Gusto from Chelsea

Liverpool made a late attempt to secure Malo Gusto on loan from Chelsea, but the deal fell through as Chelsea insisted on a permanent transfer.
Liverpool made headlines on deadline day as they attempted to secure the services of Chelsea defender Malo Gusto. The 23-year-old right-back was seen as a valuable addition to bolster Liverpool's defensive lineup. However, the move did not materialize as Chelsea held firm on their demand for a permanent transfer rather than a loan, leaving Liverpool to explore other options.
In addition to Gusto, Liverpool also had their sights set on other players this summer. They reportedly expressed interest in Chelsea's Alex Scott and Arsenal's Martín Zubimendi, but neither deal came to fruition. Meanwhile, Manchester United is gearing up for significant defensive changes, with several of their key players under scrutiny this season. Luke Shaw, Harry Maguire, Lisandro Martínez, and Matthijs de Ligt are all considered to be on trial as the club looks to strengthen their backline for the future. As the transfer window closed, the focus now shifts to how these clubs will adapt and perform with their current squads for the remainder of the season.
- BBC Sport Football — Top tier source