Liverpool on course to save millions in transfer window as star returns to Anfield

are expected to splash the cash at the end of the season, with hinting last week that his squad is in line for a major overhaul despite their Premier League title success. Reinforcements are being eyed at both ends of the pitch, with major sales on the cards.

Diogo Jota, Luis Diaz and have all been linked with exits from Anfield this summer and therefore attacking replacements will be required if any deals are struck for those trio. Similarly, Jarell Quansah, Joe Gomez and Ibrahima Konate are not short of suitors and could be moved on and replaced.

Slot is also keen to add further depth to his squad. However, unlike last summer, the Dutchman may not need to green-light a marquee midfield signing thanks to the revival of .

The midfielder has improved markedly on Merseyside and made the No. 6 role his own at the club, and instead a midfielder to rotate with the 22-year-old may be required - and Stefan Bajcetic fits the bill.

The Spaniard was loaned out to Red Bull Salzburg last summer but featured just 19 times before being recalled and sent back out to Las Palmas for the remainder of the campaign. The move back to his homeland has proved to be a success, with Bajcetic featuring regularly in the heart of midfield for manager Diego Gomez.

The consistent game time will be benefiting the 20-year-old significantly, especially after suffering an adductor injury which sidelined him for several months two seasons ago, and he could play his way into Liverpool's plans next season.

If the Reds are content with Gravenberch remaining their starting holding midfielder next season then Slot may rule that Bajcetic is capable of stepping up when required rather than bringing in a pricier option. Wataru Endo is also capable of being deployed as a No. 6, though his future is uncertain.

With the funds saved from not bringing in a new midfielder, Liverpool could have a greater budget to go to war with in the transfer window. The Reds have been linked with Alexander Isak in recent weeks and it is widely recognised that will not entertain offers for the striker unless a lofty bid is tabled - which may not truly be out of the question if players like Bajcetic command a role in the squad.