Fowler suggests that Liverpool need a defensive midfielder, similar to Fabinho, who can provide stability and control in midfield. He thinks the current midfield trio of Alexis Mac Allister, Ryan Gravenberch, and Dominik Szoboszlai are talented but sometimes take too many risks and lack discipline.

Fowler believes that Liverpool need to find a balance between attacking and defending, and that a defensive midfielder could help to stabilize the team. However, he notes that Semenyo is not a defensive midfielder, which might limit Liverpool's options if they want to strengthen their midfield.

Bournemouth and Crystal Palace face decisions about whether to sell their players in January, with Semenyo's release clause set to change again in the summer and Guehi's contract expiring in the summer. Liverpool must act quickly if they want to address their defensive and midfield issues, as they may face competition from other top clubs like Bayern Munich, Manchester United, and Arsenal.

The transfer window is a crucial time for Liverpool, and they need to make informed decisions to strengthen their team and compete with the best in the league.