Liverpool sent 10 players out on loan in the summer and are expecting to send out more this month. The Athletic takes a closer look at the progress of those who have already moved and what could happen next.

Such was the underwhelming nature of Liverpool’s attacking resolve, Slot made a triple change with a quarter of the contest left to play. Wirtz was among the three substitutes to make way after a painfully ineffective outing, though any number of figures in red could have been justifiably hooked.

LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 5: Adam Wharton of Crystal Palace and Elliot Anderson of Nottingham Forest during the Premier League match between Crystal Palace FC and Nottingham Forest FC at Selhurst Park on May 5, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Jacques Feeney ...

Recent league wins over Brighton, Tottenham and Wolves papered over the cracks in patchy performances as the champions climbed back into the top four. But against Leeds, there was no hiding place. The new-look Liverpool was supposed to be built for assignments like this.

Liverpool moved into the top four with a nervy 2-1 victory over rock-bottom Wolverhampton Wanderers, who have set the record for the longest winless start to a Premier League season following their latest defeat.

Liverpool took the decison to offload several midfield talents last summer. We saw outgoing deals concluded for James McConnell and Harvey Elliott - who left on loan - while Tyler Morton was sold to