Still work to be done for Liverpool in Transfer Window

A Champions League victory over Bundesliga outfit Hoffenheim is something to celebrate for Jürgen Klopp and co. but their long road to success has barely begun.

With a potential nightmare clash a possibility in the Group Stages that feature the likes of Real Madrid, Paris Saint Germain, Juventus, Barcelona, Atletico Madrid and Bayern Munich, the strength in depth and lack there of, should be a cause of concern for The Reds.

Despite the season barely underway, cracks have already shown, despite the management knowing about the safety hazards since the end of last term, with just one major signing in the form of Mohammad Salah, the Liverpool attack has been a lethal force, meanwhile their defensive line are yet to restore faith in fans.

With three goals conceded in their first Premier League fixture against Watford, who finished with just 40-goals last season, the back four is still a key area to be addressed with Klopp's strength in depth lacking compared to other top-four sides.

Anfield's first choice defence came to a grand total of £44m if Alberto Moreno plays at left-back, or £32m with James Milner guarding that portion of the field meanwhile, Manchester City have forked out £123m on a trio of full backs this transfer window alone (Kyle Walker [Tottenham], Benjamin Mendy [Monaco], Danilo [Real Madrid]).

Liverpool have been held to ransom over their first choice targets, with Southampton captain Virgin Van Djik's proposed £50m+ move to Merseyside put on hold, despite a transfer request with the player currently training on his own.

However, despite this unfortunate circumstance with the Saints' board now refusing to sell, no back up targets have emerged, with Klopp maintaining his satisfaction with his current crop, although a number of critics have spoken out against his choice.

With just a week until the transfer window closes on August 31, 23:00, time is running out for recruitment to be added to the reds who will be fighting on four fronts, in the Premier League, FA Cup, League cup and Champions League with a minimum of 46 games to be played across the entire campaign.